Toras Chaim

Join us as we embark on our brand new show: Tanach Uncensored. We believe that if an episode is written in Tanach, there's a lesson to be learned. In this season, we will take a look at misunderstood or overlooked passages and learn them in a mature, in-depth manner. In our inaugural episode, Rabbi Elchonon Cohen teaches about the the tree of knowledge, why death fundamentally changes life, an...

Join us for this week's special Yom Kippur episode on the Haftorah at MIncha of Yom Kippur-The Book of Yonah. In it, we discover what Yonah was really running from, how he tried to run, and what G-d's ultimate message to him was. If you enjoy the Toras Chaim Podcast, please help us spread the word! You can share a link on social media, leave a review or rating on your favorite podcast plat...

Join us for this week's episode about the Haftorah for the first day of Rosh Hashana: the story of Chana and her prayer from the beginning of the book of Shmuel. In it we discuss lessons from the story about the nature of prayer, the deep connection to Rosh Hashana, and how to best utilize our time on these awesome Rosh Hashana days. If you enjoy the Toras Chaim Podcast, please help us spread...

Join us for this week's episode on the Haftorah from the Book of Yeshaya (CH. 61) which describes the ultimate joy that will be experienced in the time of the future redemption. In it, we discuss Sheva Brachos ,Simcha and Sasson, and why the description of the redemption is so graphic. If you enjoy the Toras Chaim Podcast, please help us spread the word! You can share a link on social media, l...

Join us for a look at this week's Haftorah from the book of Yeshaya (Ch. 60): a description of the messianic age. We look at what the concept of salvation means, both personally and nationally, how we partake in this process, and what, if anything, we can do to speed it up. If you enjoy the Toras Chaim Podcast, please help us spread the word! You can share a link on social media, leave a revie...

Join us for this week's episode on the Haftorah of Parshas Ki Seitzei from Ch. 54 of the Book of Yeshaya-one of the 7 haftorahs of Nechama (comfort). In it we look at the theme behind the first several weeks of these Haftorahs, the focused theme of this week's haftorah, and the connection to the upcoming Days of Awe. If you enjoy the Toras Chaim Podcast, please help us spread the word! You...

Join us for a discussion of this week's Haftorah from the book of Yeshayah-the second of the seven Haftorahs of Nechama (comfort). See how it relates to the time of year and specifically the holiday of Tu B'av-the so called "Jewish Valentines Day". If you enjoy the Toras Chaim Podcast, please help us spread the word! You can share a link on social media, leave a review or rating...

In this third (and final) part of this 3 week series, we take a look at Tach V'tat-the pogroms during the Chmielnitsky uprising in 1648 and 1649. We examine the origins of Polish Jewry, understand the geopolitical and economic context of the rebellion, and look at how these tragic experiences changed the Jewish people moving forward. If you enjoy the Toras Chaim Podcast, please help us spread...

In this second episode of the special Three Weeks series, we take a look at Gzeiros Tasnu-The Rhineland Massacres during the First Crusade in the year 1096. We examine the origins of Ashkenazi Jewry, learn about the great cities of Speyer, Worms and Mainz, and see how the memory of these events enters into our weekly prayers and Jewish consciousness. If you enjoy the Toras Chaim Podcast, please he...

Join us for this special episode-part 1 of a 3 part series on the Three Weeks from the 17th of Tammuz to the 9th of Av. This week we look at the Bar Kochba rebellion of the 2nd Century CE. We try to better understand its historical context, what happened, and (as usual with our Toras Chaim theme) what lessons we can draw from the tragedy in Jewish History. If you enjoy the Toras Chaim Podcast, ple...

Join us for this week's episode discussing the special Haftarah for the begining of the Three Weeks: The opening of Sefer Yirmiyahu. In it we look at our life's mission, what almonds have in common with the 3 weeks, and why our suffering can be seen as bittersweet. If you enjoy the Toras Chaim Podcast, please help us spread the word! You can share a link on social media, leave a review or...

Join us (after a short break) as we look at this week's Haftorah from the Book of Michah. In this episode we look G-d's insistence that the Jewish people delve deeply into what is happening behind the scenes in world events and appreciate the great miracles He performs on our behalf. If you enjoy the Toras Chaim Podcast, please help us spread the word! You can share a link on social media,...

Join us as we look at this week's Haftorah from the book of Zecharia: his vision of Yehoshua the Kohen Gadol and the lights of the Menorah. In it we see how "the more things change, the more they stay the same" and uncover some tips about how to deal with an uncertain future. If you enjoy the Toras Chaim Podcast, please help us spread the word! You can share a link on social media, l...

Join us as we look at this week's Haftorah from the book of Shoftim: the story of the birth of Shimshon. In it we discover lessons regarding how to use momentous occasions in life while still remaining balanced. If you enjoy the Toras Chaim Podcast, please help us spread the word! You can share a link on social media, leave a review or rating on your favorite podcast platform, or best of all,...

Join us in examining the special Megilla for Shavuos-the Book of Ruth. We discuss the historical context of the story, what it comes to teach us, how how to properly approach those who are different from us. If you enjoy the Toras Chaim Podcast, please help us spread the word! You can share a link on social media, leave a review or rating on your favorite podcast platform, or best of all, discuss...

Join us for an analysis of this week's special Haftorah from the book of Shmuel-the story of Yehonatan and David's final meeting. We look for a deeper connection to between the story and the concepts of Rosh Chodesh and suggest some perspectives on understanding stories of the great figures in Jewish History. If you enjoy the Toras Chaim Podcast, please help us spread the word! You can sha...

Join us for a look at this week's Haftorah for the book of Yemiyahu. We try to find the deeper connection between this prophecy and our Parsha as well as examine the relationship between health, wealth , and trust. If you enjoy the Toras Chaim Podcast, please help us spread the word! You can share a link on social media, leave a review or rating on your favorite podcast platform, or best of al...

Join us for this week's episode as we examine the haftorah for this week's parsha (Parshas Emor) from the book of Yechezkel. We discuss why the book was nearly banned, how to properly understand those controversial versus, and what this prophecy about priests has to teach all of us. If you enjoy the Toras Chaim Podcast, please help us spread the word! You can share a link on social media, leave a...

Join us for this week's epsidoe as we examine the special Haftorah from the Book of Yeshaya for Shabbos that is Rosh Chodesh. In it, we gain a deeper understanding of the Jewish calendar, hear the prophet's message about worship, and connect more meaningfully with Rosh Chodesh. If you enjoy the Toras Chaim Podcast, please help us spread the word! You can share a link on social media, leave...

Join us as we examine the Haftorah for Shabbos Chol Hamoed Pesach from the Book of Yechezkel-the story of the dry bones. We look at the significance of Techiyas Hameisim (the Resurrection of the Dead) at a person and national level, as well as why the redemption always comes in stages. If you enjoy the Toras Chaim Podcast, please help us spread the word! You can share a link on social media, leave...

Join us as we examine this week's Haftorah from the book of Malachi. In it we discover the source for the name Shabbos Hagadol and we examine how reading about the end of days helps us to properly prepare for Pesach. If you enjoy the Toras Chaim Podcast, please help us spread the word! You can share a link on social media, leave a review or rating on your favorite podcast platform, or best of...

Join us as we examine the Haftorah of this week's parsha from the Book of Yeshaya: Am Zu Yatzarti. In it, we discuss the shifting perspectives on suffering and sacrifice, the joke of idolatry, and why mockery is such a powerful and dangerous tool. If you enjoy the Toras Chaim Podcast, please help us spread the word! You can share a link on social media, leave a review or rating on your favorit...

Join us for an analysis of this week's special Haftara for Parshas Hachodesh from the Book of Yechezkel-The Vision of the Future Temple Service. We discuss the building of a Third Temple, what service in it will look like, and what the prophet teaches us about capitalizing on inspiration. If you enjoy the Toras Chaim Podcast, please help us spread the word! You can share a link on social media...

Join us for this special Purim episode of the Toras Chaim podcast. In keeping with the theme of Season 3, we examine the historical context and significance of the special reading for Purim-Megilas Esther. In doing so we discover that things are not always what they seem and G-d is always working behind the scenes. SPECIAL REQUEST: Our Shul, The Community Shul of Los Angeles, is currently running...

Join us for an analysis of this week's special Haftara for Parshas Zachor from the Book of Shmuel-Shaul's war with Amalek. We examine this difficult and controversial topic, Shaul's failure, and as how we can apply this mitvzah in today's day and age. If you enjoy the Toras Chaim Podcast, please help us spread the word! You can share a link on social media, leave a review or rating...