This Parsha Review Podcast (Ep 3.7) by Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe on Parshas Kedoshim offers a refreshing, clear and concise review as he does for each Parsha in the Torah. 00:00 Introduction00:10 Parsha Summary11:36 Important Lessons This Parsha Review Podcast is dedicated in Honor of Scott Asarch and his Chavrusa on the completion of Tractate Makkos. Sponsored by Tom & Bobbi Asarch Download & Print the Parsha Review Notes:...

The 49 days we count between Pesach (Passover) and Shavuot are an exciting time for powerful and impactful change. The Mishna (Avot 6:6) teaches us 48 masterful tools and ways to maximize life and get the most out of each day. In this episode, Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe talks about Way 14: B'Mikrah - With the Written Law, and shares great insights, stories and lessons from the teaching of our sages on this timeless manual for living. You wouldn't travel on any journey without a map or a GPS, why would...

The 49 days we count between Pesach (Passover) and Shavuot are an exciting time for powerful and impactful change. The Mishna (Avot 6:6) teaches us 48 masterful tools and ways to maximize life and get the most out of each day. In this episode, Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe talks about Way 13: B'yishuv - With Peace of Mind, and shares great insights, stories and lessons from the teaching of our sages on the necessity of taking time to clarify things before jumping to conclusion. Acting impetuously can do...

The 49 days we count between Pesach (Passover) and Shavuot are an exciting time for powerful and impactful change. The Mishna (Avot 6:6) teaches us 48 masterful tools and ways to maximize life and get the most out of each day. In this episode, Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe talks about Way 12: B’Pilpul Talmidim - Discussion with your peers, and shares great insights, stories and lessons from the teaching of our sages on the benefits of teaching what you learn. Have a teacher, crystalize the concepts and...

The 49 days we count between Pesach (Passover) and Shavuot are an exciting time for powerful and impactful change. The Mishna (Avot 6:6) teaches us 48 masterful tools and ways to maximize life and get the most out of each day. In this episode, Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe talks about Way 11: Investing in Friendship, and shares great insights, stories and lessons from the teaching of our sages on the importance of having a true good friend. Someone you can trust, and who always has your best interest...

The 49 days we count between Pesach (Passover) and Shavuot are an exciting time for powerful and impactful change. The Mishna (Avot 6:6) teaches us 48 masterful tools and ways to maximize life and get the most out of each day. In this episode, Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe talks about Way 10: Serve the Wise, and shares great insights, stories and lessons from the teaching of our sages on the importance of having a teacher, a mentor to seek guidance from. Living in our own little box can limit our...

In this episode, Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe shares a short & sweet idea of inspiration on the great power of opportunity as we emerge from the holy days of Pesach. The first Shabbos after Pesach, there is an age-old custom to bake a Challah shaped as a key. The particular customs vary, but the KEY of livelihood and success is accessible at this time.  This Jewish Inspiration Podcast by Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe of TORCH (Ep. #179) is dedicated to my daughter Rivka, as we will be celebrating her birth with...

Embark on a journey toward inner purity with us as we traverse the landscape of spiritual sanctity, enlightened by the teachings of the Parsha of Acharei Mos. Discover the profound significance of Yom Kippur, the Yom HaKadosh, and unravel the intricate balance between positive deeds and the conscious avoidance of negative influences. In a world riddled with challenges to our moral compass, especially in the realms of sexual immorality and forbidden relationships, we delve into the wisdom...

The 49 days we count between Pesach (Passover) and Shavuot are an exciting time for powerful and impactful change. The Mishna (Avot 6:6) teaches us 48 masterful tools and ways to maximize life and get the most out of each day. In this episode, Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe talks about Way 9: With Purity, and shares great insights, stories and lessons from the teaching of our sages on the importance of living life with a pristine purity. Purity is when we don't allow outside negative influences to have an...

The 49 days we count between Pesach (Passover) and Shavuot are an exciting time for powerful and impactful change. The Mishna (Avot 6:6) teaches us 48 masterful tools and ways to maximize life and get the most out of each day. In this episode, Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe talks about Way 8: With Happiness, and shares great insights, stories and lessons from the teaching of our sages on the power of living everyday with happiness. Happiness is the prerequisite for a meaningful and productive life. Let's...

This Parsha Review Podcast (Ep 3.6) by Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe on Parshas Acharei Mos offers a refreshing, clear and concise review as he does for each Parsha in the Torah. 00:00 Introduction00:10 Parsha Summary04:10 Important Lessons This Parsha Review Podcast is dedicated in Honor of Scott Asarch and his Chavrusa on the completion of Tractate Makkos. Sponsored by Tom & Bobbi Asarch Download & Print the Parsha Review Notes:...

The 49 days we count between Pesach (Passover) and Shavuot are an exciting time for powerful and impactful change. The Mishna (Avot 6:6) teaches us 48 masterful tools and ways to maximize life and get the most out of each day. In this episode, Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe talks about Way 7: With Humility, and shares great insights, stories and lessons from the teaching of our sages on the power of living a life of Godliness. Humility is knowing and feeling your true place.  **** To listen to other...

Could your own success become your downfall? We traverse the treacherous landscape of arrogance in our latest episode, guided by the timeless wisdom of the Orchos Tzaddikim. The ancient texts of Deuteronomy and Psalms shine a light on this insidious trait, revealing how the illusion of self-made triumph can sever our connection with the Divine. With my great uncle, Reb Chaim Kreiswerth's life as a poignant example, we share how the fickleness of fortune serves as a stark reminder that our...

The 49 days we count between Pesach (Passover) and Shavuot are an exciting time for powerful and impactful change. The Mishna (Avot 6:6) teaches us 48 masterful tools and ways to maximize life and get the most out of each day. In this episode, Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe talks about Way 6: With Fear, and shares great insights, stories and lessons from the teaching of our sages on the power of living with proper perspective. Fear is not what you thought it was. **** To listen to other podcasts by Rabbi...

Embark on a transformative journey to refine your character traits with the timeless wisdom of the "Orchos Tzaddikim," the Book of Traits. Our exploration reveals the essential tools for living a wise and virtuous life, similar to how a tradesman meticulously selects his instruments. Through the powerful analogy of recognizing the true worth of various coins, we uncover the inherent value of noble traits and the dangers of harboring 'contraband' characteristics like arrogance and jealousy. A...

The 49 days we count between Pesach (Passover) and Shavuot are an exciting time for powerful and impactful change. The Mishna (Avot 6:6) teaches us 48 masterful tools and ways to maximize life and get the most out of each day. In this episode, Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe talks about Way 5: With Awe, and shares great insights, stories and lessons from the teaching of our sages on the power of living with awe everyday. Seek out the Aha moments in your life and make them count. **** To listen to other...

The 49 days we count between Pesach (Passover) and Shavuot are an exciting time for powerful and impactful change. The Mishna (Avot 6:6) teaches us 48 masterful tools and ways to maximize life and get the most out of each day. In this episode, Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe talks about Way 4: With Understanding of Heart, and shares great insights, stories and lessons from the teaching of our sages on the importance of blending our Heart and Mind together to produce actions that are filled with intentions...

Remembering the playful antics and fierce tantrums of our younger years can often bring a smile to our face, but little did we realize the profound truth they held about our character. On today's enlightening journey, we're joined by the teachings of Orchos Tzaddikim and the sagely wisdom of Shlomo HaMelech, King Solomon, as we unravel the significance of those childhood behaviors in shaping our adult selves. Can the purity and uprightness of our youth forecast the virtues or challenges we...

The 49 days we count between Pesach (Passover) and Shavuot are an exciting time for powerful and impactful change. The Mishna (Avot 6:6) teaches us 48 masterful tools and ways to maximize life and get the most out of each day. In this episode, Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe talks about Way 3: Speak it out, and shares great insights, stories and lessons from the teaching of our sages on the great impact speech has on our lives and on the success of our goals.  To watch video and/or listen to the podcasts...

Join us as we navigate the treacherous terrain of human traits, where each characteristic has the potential to lead us astray like wild beasts in a desert. In our discussion, we liken the soul to a battleground where vigilance is our only defense against the darker sides of our nature. We emphasize the importance of maintaining the light of truth and our connection to the divine, drawing on the powerful imagery of a person surrounded by predators, each representing a different internal...

The 49 days we count between Pesach (Passover) and Shavuot are an exciting time for powerful and impactful change. The Mishna (Avot 6:6) teaches us 48 masterful tools and ways to maximize life and get the most out of each day. In this episode, Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe talks about Way 2: Hearing and Listening to our messages, and shares great insights, stories and lessons from the teaching of our sages on the great power of listening and applying the messages we receive to our daily lives.  To watch...

Join us as we explore the indispensable nature of Yiras Shomayim, or fear of heaven, in the cultivation of virtuous character traits. We delve into the analogy of a pearl necklace to understand how Yiras Shomayim acts as the clasp that holds the pearls—our positive traits—together. Without this clasp, our virtues risk scattering and being lost. We discuss the wisdom required to turn negative traits into positive ones and caution against allowing even a single detrimental trait, like...

Have you ever considered the precious nature of your own soul, similar to how a silversmith regards a fine metal, requiring careful refinement? That's the journey we embark on in this episode, with insights from the Orchos Tzaddikim directing us toward the diligent work of self-improvement. We tackle the all too familiar foes of laziness and aimlessness, unraveling the processes that can help us replace negative habits with admirable virtues. We share personal experiences and guiding...

The Living Jewishly Podcast is dedicated to learning, understanding and appreciating the greatness of Jewish heritage and the Torah through the simplified, concise study of Halacha, Jewish Law, thereby enhancing our understanding of how Hashem wants us to live our daily lives in a Jewish way. In this Living Jewishly Podcast BONUS episode, Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe discusses the laws of Counting the Omer, Sefiras Haomer and the laws applicable to the counting and the days during "Sefirah" Download...