Hosted by Rabbi Binyomin Bitton
Tzfunot
Making in-depth Torah study accessible, engaging, relevant, and geshmak. Insights from the Talmud, Rogatchover, and the Lubavitcher Rebbe. Available in English • Hebrew • FrenchFeedback: info@tzfunot.comSponsorship opportunities: chabadcitycentre.com/tzfunot
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Aug 25, 2026
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Episodes
Two Dinim in ‘Hechsher Mitzvah’ 03.12.2024 44:10
The Rebbe and the Rogatchover on the concept of ‘hechsher mitzvah’ — if and when does it receives the status of the mitzvah itsef.
3 vs. 4 | Part 3: Various Subjects Related to 3 and 4 01.12.2024 30:48
A collection of various subjects related to numbers 3 and 4 in Talmud, Chakirah and Kabbalah, as explained in the teachings of the Lubavitcher Rebbe.
3 vs. 4 | Part 2: The Rogatchover on Yaakov's Ladder vs. the Menorah 01.12.2024 21:12
The secrets of 3 and 4 in Kabbalah, Chakirah and the teachings of the Rogatchover, as explained by the Lubavitcher Rebbe.
3 vs. 4 | Part 1: Giving and Receiving 01.12.2024 35:57
The secrets of Gimmel and Dalet in the Talmud, Kabbalah and the teachings of the Lubavitcher Rebbe.
Rashi’s Methodology | Ep. 36: References 29.11.2024 9:43
What is unique about Rashi’s commentary to the Torah? What is the meaning of 'Peshuto shel Mikrah' ? What is the Rebbe’s novel method in studying Rashi? A new course exploring the novel approach to Rashi’s methodology on the Torah, as introduced by the Lubavitcher Rebbe. This course will analyze the ‘Klalei Rashi’ (principles and methods of Rashi study), and will guide students on how to apply th...
Rashi’s Methodology | Ep. 35: Rabbi Tanchuma 27.11.2024 10:34
What is unique about Rashi’s commentary to the Torah? What is the meaning of 'Peshuto shel Mikrah' ? What is the Rebbe’s novel method in studying Rashi? A new course exploring the novel approach to Rashi’s methodology on the Torah, as introduced by the Lubavitcher Rebbe. This course will analyze the ‘Klalei Rashi’ (principles and methods of Rashi study), and will guide students on how to apply th...
Rashi’s Methodology | Ep. 34: Cedar wood in the desert 27.11.2024 24:34
What is unique about Rashi’s commentary to the Torah? What is the meaning of 'Peshuto shel Mikrah' ? What is the Rebbe’s novel method in studying Rashi? A new course exploring the novel approach to Rashi’s methodology on the Torah, as introduced by the Lubavitcher Rebbe. This course will analyze the ‘Klalei Rashi’ (principles and methods of Rashi study), and will guide students on how to apply th...
Rabbi Yehuda vs. Antoninus: Yetzer hara in the womb or at birth? 25.11.2024 42:24
Analyzing a reference the Rebbe makes to the debate in tractate Sanhedrin between Rabbi Yehuda and Antoninus, if the yetzer hara’s influence on a person begins in the womb or only at birth, and the ramifications with regards to Esav while still in the womb of Rivka.
Rashi’s Methodology | Ep. 33: Rav vs. Shmuel 20.11.2024 29:53
What is unique about Rashi’s commentary to the Torah? What is the meaning of 'Peshuto shel Mikrah' ? What is the Rebbe’s novel method in studying Rashi? A new course exploring the novel approach to Rashi’s methodology on the Torah, as introduced by the Lubavitcher Rebbe. This course will analyze the ‘Klalei Rashi’ (principles and methods of Rashi study), and will guide students on how to apply th...
Rashi’s Methodology | Ep. 32: ‘Leshitatei’ & Meaning of Names 19.11.2024 19:29
What is unique about Rashi’s commentary to the Torah? What is the meaning of 'Peshuto shel Mikrah' ? What is the Rebbe’s novel method in studying Rashi? A new course exploring the novel approach to Rashi’s methodology on the Torah, as introduced by the Lubavitcher Rebbe. This course will analyze the ‘Klalei Rashi’ (principles and methods of Rashi study), and will guide students on how to apply th...
Did Sarah's Challah really stay fresh from week to week? 17.11.2024 1:23:50
Did Sarah's Challah really stay fresh from week to week? What really happened with Sarah's dough — based on various sources in the Talmud, the Midrash, Rashi and the teachings of the Lubavitcher Rebbe.
Rashi’s Methodology | Ep. 31: Names of Chachamim 11.11.2024 14:25
What is unique about Rashi’s commentary to the Torah? What is the meaning of 'Peshuto shel Mikrah' ? What is the Rebbe’s novel method in studying Rashi? A new course exploring the novel approach to Rashi’s methodology on the Torah, as introduced by the Lubavitcher Rebbe. This course will analyze the ‘Klalei Rashi’ (principles and methods of Rashi study), and will guide students on how to apply th...
Rashi’s Methodology | Ep. 30: Summary of Klalim 5-8 11.11.2024 11:07
What is unique about Rashi’s commentary to the Torah? What is the meaning of 'Peshuto shel Mikrah' ? What is the Rebbe’s novel method in studying Rashi? A new course exploring the novel approach to Rashi’s methodology on the Torah, as introduced by the Lubavitcher Rebbe. This course will analyze the ‘Klalei Rashi’ (principles and methods of Rashi study), and will guide students on how to apply th...
Rashi’s Methodology | Ep. 29: The Messengers of Yaakov 11.11.2024 13:52
What is unique about Rashi’s commentary to the Torah? What is the meaning of 'Peshuto shel Mikrah' ? What is the Rebbe’s novel method in studying Rashi? A new course exploring the novel approach to Rashi’s methodology on the Torah, as introduced by the Lubavitcher Rebbe. This course will analyze the ‘Klalei Rashi’ (principles and methods of Rashi study), and will guide students on how to apply th...
Milah: One-Time or Recurring Mitzvah? | Part 3 10.11.2024 19:02
The Rebbe and the Rogatchover on the concept of “peulah nimshechet” (recurring action), and its ramifications in the Brit Milah of Avraham Avinu, David Hamelech and the Rebbe Rashab.
Milah: One-Time or Recurring Mitzvah? | Part 2 10.11.2024 22:41
The Rebbe and the Rogatchover on the concept of “peulah nimshechet” (recurring action), and its ramifications in the Brit Milah of Avraham Avinu, David Hamelech and the Rebbe Rashab.
Milah: One-Time or Recurring Mitzvah? | Part 1 10.11.2024 1:02:00
The Rebbe and the Rogatchover on the concept of “peulah nimshechet” (recurring action), and its ramifications in the Brit Milah of Avraham Avinu, David Hamelech and the Rebbe Rashab.
Eretz Yisrael: Gift or Inheritance? 03.11.2024 1:21:33
The Rebbe and the Rogatchover on the difference between the terms “matana” and “yerusha” used in Hashem’s promise of Eretz Yisrael to Avraham Avinu, and their connection with the two eras when the Jewish people entered Eretz Yisrael: in the times of Yehoshua and Ezrah Hasofer.
Avraham Avinu: 3, 40 or 48? 30.10.2024 43:45
Deciphering the Rebbe’s and the Rogatchover’s notes on the exact age of Avraham Avinu when he discovered the existence of Hashem — whether it was at age 3, 40 or 48.
The Rebbe and the Rogatchover on Adam Harishon’s ‘Naming Ceremony’ 28.10.2024 57:33
This episode will analyze the meaning behind the story of Adam Harishon giving names to all living creatures, through the lenses of the Lubavitcher Rebbe and the Rogatchover. While being introduced to the Rebbe's sicha on the topic, we will attempt to decipher a reference the Rebbe makes to the Rogatchover. An understanding of the cryptic interpretation of the Rogatchover to the story and the Re...
Rashi’s Methodology | Ep. 28: Thickness of the Kaporet 29.09.2024 16:37
What is unique about Rashi’s commentary to the Torah? What is the meaning of 'Peshuto shel Mikrah' ? What is the Rebbe’s novel method in studying Rashi? A new course exploring the novel approach to Rashi’s methodology on the Torah, as introduced by the Lubavitcher Rebbe. This course will analyze the ‘Klalei Rashi’ (principles and methods of Rashi study), and will guide students on how to apply th...
Rashi’s Methodology | Ep. 27: Pshat of the Drash 27.09.2024 5:13
What is unique about Rashi’s commentary to the Torah? What is the meaning of 'Peshuto shel Mikrah' ? What is the Rebbe’s novel method in studying Rashi? A new course exploring the novel approach to Rashi’s methodology on the Torah, as introduced by the Lubavitcher Rebbe. This course will analyze the ‘Klalei Rashi’ (principles and methods of Rashi study), and will guide students on how to...
Rashi’s Methodology | Ep. 26: Adam not to Remain Alone 19.09.2024 35:49
What is unique about Rashi’s commentary to the Torah? What is the meaning of 'Peshuto shel Mikrah' ? What is the Rebbe’s novel method in studying Rashi? A new course exploring the novel approach to Rashi’s methodology on the Torah, as introduced by the Lubavitcher Rebbe. This course will analyze the ‘Klalei Rashi’ (principles and methods of Rashi study), and will guide students on how to...
Rashi’s Methodology | Ep. 25: 'Tent', 'Sarah', 'Mother' 12.09.2024 40:30
What is unique about Rashi’s commentary to the Torah? What is the meaning of 'Peshuto shel Mikrah' ? What is the Rebbe’s novel method in studying Rashi? A new course exploring the novel approach to Rashi’s methodology on the Torah, as introduced by the Lubavitcher Rebbe. This course will analyze the ‘Klalei Rashi’ (principles and methods of Rashi study), and will guide students on how to...
The Making of Kilayim: Direct or Indirect? 12.09.2024 51:34
Why is swallowing ok for matzah but not for marror? And why do some kilayim require direct involvement of the person and some don’t? The Rebbe and the Rogatchover on the two types of kilayim in animals, and its ramification on how much a person’s involvement is necessary in creating the status of “kilayim”.
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