When a person is involved in Torah study, he need not be cautioned to avoid unholy preoccupations, his Torah protects him – he is in the “Holy Land”. But when it comes to a Jew’s mundane affairs, he must know that Torah draws a line of distinction:

Simple-to-follow instructions on the mitzvah of separating the “challah” portion from a batch of dough.

When Moses sent spies to scout the land of Israel, they saw giant grapes, got scared, and ran away. In this edition of the Week in Rejew, Jono interviews one of them (one of the giant grapes, that is).

A taste of Shazak Parsha, where the weekly Torah portion comes alive! Geared for kids... Great for adults!

Why the mitzvah of separating challah is integral to bringing G‑d into our lives.

Bake your own traditional braided loaves of challah for Shabbat.

How to perform the havdalah ceremony at the conclusion of Shabbat and festivals.

Q&A with Rabbi Simon Jacobson on the Jewish perspective on relationships and marriage, from an event hosted by [email protected], which educates and facilitates dating and marriage with Jewish values for young Jews.

Study the daily lesson of Sefer HaMitzvos for day 38 with Rabbi Mendel Kaplan, where he teaches the mitzvah in-depth with added insight and detail.

Watch these simple-to-follow instructions on how to do the mitzvah of wearing a Tallis.

The bond between Moses and his disciple Caleb was not always known to all—even to Caleb himself.

If life is a mission, then everything depends on keeping one’s eyes on the objective.

Ever wonder why children are better at technology than adults? Psychologists think it’s because children approach problem solving differently…

Experience the miraculous exodus of the Jewish people out of the mighty Egyptian empire—in a unique, fun-filled (and educational) style!

This introductory class to Talmud explores the rich history of the Oral Tradition, explains the structure of the Talmud, introduces some of its famed personalities and presents the layout of the Talmud page.

The commandment to attach fringes to the corners of our garments. What it means, and how it is done.

Sarah and Avi, with help from Mitzvah Bird, return a little lost challah to his home.

Moses selects scouts to inspect the Promised Land, and excite the people about their new home. Sadly most chose unwarranted negative reportage instead, dissuading the nation from journeying onward to Eretz Yisrael. To bolster their case, they harvest the land’s outlandishly huge and bizarre fruit using them to instill fear and despair into the hearts of the people. These insightful teachings shed sweet light on the sour grapes of this infamous story.

A taste of Shazak Parsha, where the weekly Torah portion comes alive! Geared for kids... Great for adults!

Jono writes, directs, stage manages, and performs two roles in a one-act play depicting a debate between Moses and Korach, a man who challenged the Leadership of Moses and Aaron

Why were the sinful pans of rebellious mutineers transformed into a holy altar? Perhaps to teach us how to transform our perspective on how we view each other.

How one man’s wife saved him from a dismal fate, and the lesson for us all.

Understanding the fallacy in Korach’s argument of rejection of leadership in Judaism.

Our Sages declare that Korach and his followers are the symbol of divisiveness that "will not ultimately endure"; whereas the dissenting views of Hillel and Shamai represent a virtuous difference of opinion "that will ultimately endure". But why would argument of any kind, especially one that endures forever, be considered a virtue?! In answering this question, this class traces the origins of all conflicts and reveals the ultimate resolution to them all. (Based on the Maamar Vayikach Korach 5767)

This class presents three views on the relationship between the principal and the agent, and draws an illuminating parallel to our spiritual service of G-d. (Based on Likutei Sichos vol. 33 parshas Korach)

Korach’s audacious claim that Moses and Aaron self-appointed themselves to positions of leadership was put to the test with an invitation to offer the sacred incense together with Aaron. Moses then petitions G-d not to accept their offering. But why would Moses make such a request if he knew with absolute certainty that Aaron’s appointment would be vindicated by G-d? The answer lies in a deeper understanding of the interplay between the individual and community. (Likutei Sichos , volume 33)

How Korach, who championed equality, became the symbol of divisiveness. And how the Divine punishments visited upon Korach and his band are the natural consequences of their failed rebellion. (Likutei Sichos vol. 18, Sicha 3)

Korach led a mutiny to usurp the position of kohen gadol (high priest) for himself. What did Korach understand—and misunderstand—about the greatness of serving G‑d as the high priest?

The Sages tell us that the argument of Korach in this week's portion was doomed to fail because it was "an argument that was not for the sake of heaven." What is an argument that is for the sake of heaven?

The parshah of Korach contains 95 verses, and the mnemonic for it is the name Daniel. Explore the coded message in this Masoretic note and its connection to the general themes of the Parshah.

Moses assumed an unusually aggressive position when faced with the mutiny led by the wealthy, arrogant scoundrel Korach. This profound analysis of the classical sources explains why all the drama. The anti-Moses mob’s bitter-end came sooner than expected—as a “ground-breaking” event swiftly swallowed the rebels. This class concludes with the story of”the men who returned from hell” and other little-known fascinating facts and incredible insights that brilliantly illuminate the shadowy abyss into which those rabble-rousers disappeared.

Learn the profound connections between the weekly parsha and its related Haftorah.

A profound mystical exploration of the three Hebrew letters in the word Korach, which constitute a corrupted form of the holy letter Hei, and how this all relates to the fallacy of Korach’s argument.

Our to-do lists are filled with mundane and important chores, little and big things that all require our immediate attention. It can be difficult to keep our eyes on the big picture. Surprisingly, Korach teaches us an important lesson in how to keep our priorities in order.

Am I loving you, G-d, the way you want to be loved?

The devastation befallen Korach and his minions took on two different forms. This can be symbolic of the two challenges we face as a people.

We are not to perpetuate the memory of the wicked, as the Book of Proverbs says (10:7), “The name of the evil person shall rot.” So why is the Torah portion of Korach named for an evil person? It is because of the positive lesson we can learn from Korach. But in order to do so, we must understand the three letters of his name.

Can anything grow from a wooden staff? Learn about the miraculous test that proved the legitimacy of Aaron's priestly status.

After the debacle of Korach’s rebellion against Moses, G-d instructs the Jews to give various gifts to the kohanim. Rashi explains how this law reinforces the position of Aaron and his sons.

A closer look at the mysterious three sons of Korach who composed beautiful songs and psalms that were later sung in the Holy Temple.

Exploring the weekly reading from the Prophets and its connection the Torah portion of the week.

This class begins with a history of the three-week period of mourning for the Destruction of the Holy Temple and continues with an analysis of a prophecy of Jeremiah that hints to the future transformation of "bitterness into sweetness."

During the three weeks between the 17th of Tammuz and the 9th of Av, we mourn the loss of both Holy Temples in Jerusalem. The Torah tells us, however, that when we study the laws of the Temple’s construction, we are already rebuilding it.

In the first of the “Trilogy of Tribulations,” Jeremiah describes his inauguration as prophet. Although his first prophecy is one of impending doom, it contains within it a hidden message about the power to transform mourning into joy.

With destruction also comes the opportunity for renewal and growth. During this time, we can focus on the potential within our relationship with G-d, with others, and with our world.

The saddest period in the Jewish calendar, when we mourn the destruction of the Holy Temple – amongst a litany of other national tragedies – is commonly referred to as 'The Three Weeks'. Yet, our Sages referred to this period as '21 Days'? The answer to this innocuous question reveals an astounding new depth to both the mourning period and its inevitable resolution. (Based on Sefer Hasichos 5750)

Why it is illogical to say that the destruction of the Holy Temple in Jerusalem, and the subsequent exile, came about as a punishment for the Jewish people.

In the second haftorah of the “Trilogy of Tribulations” we learn how the prophet Jeremiah’s rebuke of his contemporaries can teach us today how to turn criticism into a powerful catalyst for change.

A preparation for prayer; a consciousness of a great presence.

Explore the special connection between Yaakov and the Third Holy Temple.

Jewish perspectives on how to stay positive amidst challenges and trying times.

The Sages of the Talmud differ as to the positioning of the Menorah in the Holy Temple, whether east to west (along the width of the temple) or north to south (along the temple’s length). This class reveals the spiritual underpinnings of this discussion and the relevance to our daily lives. (Based on Reshimas HaMenorah)

The teachings of chassidus look beyond the surface of the terrible destruction of the Holy Temple and the subsequent exile, which we mourn during the 3 weeks, and finds the hidden good embedded inside—offering insight into why they’ll ultimately be transformed into joyous holidays in the times of Moshiach.

Join the Jewish community in Montreal in this live webcast on Sunday July 30th, and learn powerful and relevant Torah insights from a line-up of rabbinic scholars—in merit of Israel’s safety.

Our sages teach that the Holy Temple was destroyed because of the baseless hatred that Jews harbored towards one another. It follows then, that rectifying that problem will be the catalyst for rebuilding it. And Speedily.

The three sections in the Holy Temple represent three levels of reality. Explore components of the Beit Hamikdash and their mirroring mystical attributes.

In analyzing Maimonides' description of the future transformation of the current fast days into days of celebration in the Messianic era, this class sheds new light on the nature of things to come. (Likutei Sichos volume 15, p. 412)

Learn the laws and customs for the mourning period of the “Three Weeks,” which begin with the fast of 17 Tammuz, and culminates with the fast of Tisha B’Av.

"Pinchas...has turned My anger away from the children of Israel by his zealously avenging Me... therefore I hereby give him My covenant of peace." (Numbers 25:11-12) In this verse, the letter 'vav' of the word 'shalom' (peace) is written like two separate letters, a 'yud' above and a small 'vav' below. What does this teach us about how to make true peace?

G-d tells Moses, “A thousand for each tribe, a thousand from each tribe, from all the tribes of Israel you shall send into the army [to battle the Midianites].” (Numbers 31:4) The Hebrew word for thousand is “elef,” which is spelled the same as “alef.” What is the connection between the battle against Midian, the letter alef, and the Three Weeks of mourning over the destruction of the Temple?

The mystical secrets hinted at by the numbers in the dates associated with the destruction of the Holy Temple in Jerusalem—the 17th day of Tammuz, the 9th day of Av, and the three weeks or twenty-one days between them.

The conclusion of tractate Tomid discusses the Levites' song in the Holy Temple.

The conclusion of tractate Tomid discusses the Levites' song in the Holy Temple.

Filmed during the Russia-Ukraine War's opening days, this documentary tells the story of how the woman and children of Chabad Odesa miraculously escaped the invasion to the safety of Berlin. The film features firsthand stories and footage from refugees, C

A live broadcast of the Chanukat HaBayit, the ribbon-cutting ceremony and celebration of the new Chabad center in Bangkok, Thailand.

An evening of tribute to honor the two holy Torah Scrolls burned in a devastating fire at the Chabad campus in Tallahassee, Florida. Join in for this special event of inspiration, music, resilience and rebuilding.

The Rebbe recites the annulment of vows, traditionally done on the eve of Rosh Hashanah.

Q&A with Rabbi Simon Jacobson on the Jewish perspective on relationships and marriage, from an event hosted by [email protected], which educates and facilitates dating and marriage with Jewish values for young Jews.

One month into marriage, Rabbi Ariel Margulies was suffering from depression and anxiety. Today, he and his wife Chana have built a beautiful, strong marriage and authored a book together called, "Thank You For Being You." They share insights into their r

What must a Jew believe?

The maidens' Tu b'Av song

Glimpses into the lost world of Judeo-Arabic thought and literature.

Can a religious individual take a case to the secular courts?

The value of silence.

Meet Luiz Fernando and Amanda Chimanovitch: Though they don't consider themselves "religious", this couple wants to share the beauty of the mitzvah of mikvah.

Professor Schiffman showcases a variety of items that showcase the historical accuracy of the Hebrew Bible.

A taste of Shazak Parsha, where the weekly Torah portion comes alive! Geared for kids... Great for adults!

Oftentimes, taking on more religious actions and worrying about reward and punishment fill the contemporary Jewish rhetoric. But there are fundamentals that run deeper and embolden our unique personal value, self-development, and loving bond with G-d. In

'It is I, and none other’ in the Haggadah text through the eyes of Rabbi Jacob Emden, Rabbi Schneur Zalman o Liadi, and Rabbi Shalom Dovber Schneersohn.

The Budapest House: A true story of a family caught up in the Hungarian Holocaust and the traumatic aftermath.

What is the status of an individual forcibly converted to Islam according to Maimonides?

As the daughter of Max Azria of the BCBG fashion empire, Joyce's life revolved around the pursuit of materialism until she began her own spiritual journey--to a life imbued with the beauty of Shabbat, mitzvot, and faith in G-d.