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Hive mind: Flexibility, Subjectivity, and Diversity in Halakha from 2019-12-13T01:05:59

In this session we discuss the importance of listening to different voices, relying on the common sense of the people, and adjusting halakha to people's needs.

Semikha Shabbat 12: Pikuah Nefesh ch. 328 from 2019-11-20T19:32:20

chapter 328 of Shulhan Arukh Orah Haim - Saving a life on Shabbat

Rosh HaShana laws and practices from 2019-09-27T21:25:59

Semikha Shabbat 11: Siman 306 Spirit of Shabbat from 2019-09-24T13:12:17

Semikha Shabbat 7:261 Lighting Candles from 2019-09-17T14:43:55

Siman 261 in SH. The origin, meaning, and practices of candle lighting

Semikha Shabbat8: 269-272 Kiddush from 2019-09-17T14:43:11

The laws of Kiddush - Shulhan arukh 269-272

Semikha Shabbat 9:273-282 Kiddush to Torah Reading from 2019-09-17T14:41:48

Here we wrap up the laws of Kiddush and continue into the laws of Shabbat prayers.

Semikha 10: 301-302 Tur's Intro from 2019-09-17T14:39:10

In chapter 301 the Tur explains his methodology in presenting the laws in the order he did. He speaks about general concepts of Shabbat. Chapter 302 (as well as parts of 301) is dedicated to the ca...

Semikha Shabbat 6: Food on the Stove and Time issues from 2019-08-13T12:25:38

This episode covers chapters 253-261. We discuss the issue of leaving food on the stove before shabbat and the way to determine the beginning of Shabbat.

Semikha Shabbat 5: 250 - Timers and Delayed action from 2019-08-13T12:24:37

Chapter 250 in Shulhan Arukh is the basis for the discussion of using timers or delayed action on Shabbat. You'd be surprised how many things can be done with the help of timers.
Also, we disc...

Semikha Shabbat 4: Transportation cont'd and rules of Pesikah from 2019-08-13T12:21:13

A continued discussion of transportation before and during Shabbat. Using bicycle.
Also - a discussion of the methodology of the Shulhan Arukh and how to determine on your own what to do in a...

Semikha Shabbat 3: 248 - Transportation and travel from 2019-08-13T12:19:56

Chapter 248: Traveling before Shabbat by boat, train, or plane. What happens if the journey continues into Shabbat?

Semikha Shabbat 2: chapter 243: Lease and Rent from 2019-08-13T12:17:44

Chapter 243 in Shulhan Arukh: Renting or leasing a facility of factory to a non-Jew for use on Shabbat, and related laws of commerce.

Semikha Shabbat 1: Shulhan Arukh 242 from 2019-05-24T10:22:48

chapter 242 in Shulhan Arukh speaks of honoring Shabbat. the parallel chapter in Arokh HaShulhan expands on the 39 melakhot and several important Halakhic concepts which pertain to Shabbat.

Shabbat 39 melakhot part 2 from 2019-05-17T10:13:23

This is the conclusion of our discussion of Melakhot Shabbat, how the list was formed, and its connection to the mishkan.

Shabbat 39 Melakhot, part 1 from 2019-05-15T13:33:37

Introduction to the list of 39 melakhot of Shabbat following the research of Prof. Gilat

The Halakhic Process 2 from 2019-03-29T12:47:41

In this session we continue discussing the methodology of the Halakhic process. Which books and genres to use, electronic databases, and other research methods. We also discuss the importance of di...

The Halakhic Process Part 1 from 2019-03-28T12:44:04

In this session we examine the development of halakha and the process of making halakhic decision, based on questions raised by participants of the Semikha Program of Torah Ve-Ahava

Avelut 13: Final Session from 2019-03-01T14:00:01

In this session we cover the last chapters of Shulhan Arukh on Avelut, from 391 to 403. among the topics discussed: participating in a joyous activity, displaying sorrow on Shabbat, shiva and shlos...

Avelut 12: Shiva and Sheloshim prohibitions from 2019-02-22T11:35:05

In this session we cover chapters 380-390 of Shulhan Arukh Yoreh Deah which speak about the prohibitions during Shiva and Shelohim, including shaving, bathing, washing clothes, working, attending c...

Avelut 11 Kaddish from 2019-02-15T01:00:05

In this session we discuss the Kaddish, which is barely mentioned in Shulhan Arukh. Where did the Kaddish come from? how did it become the piece most associated with mourning? why are such rigid ru...

Avelut 10: Mourning Practices from 2019-02-08T12:56:02

In this session we discuss the custom of washing hands upon leaving the cemetery, and some of the restrictions posed on the mourners.

Avelut 9: Yoreh Deah 375-378 - Funeral and Sitting from 2019-02-01T11:10:41

In this session we discuss chapters 375-378 from the Tur Yoreh Deah. The Tur speaks of the practices at the funeral. The concept of Maamad and how it has changed and evolved over the centuries. we ...

Avelut 8: The Form of Burial/Attending to Non-Jews from 2019-01-18T01:01:42

In this session we cover chapters 359-367 in Shulkhan Arukh Yoreh Deah. We speak about the different practices regarding the presence of women at funerals and in that context, the mystical influenc...

Avelut 7: Tahara, Burial of Objects, Shrouds from 2019-01-11T11:41:59

In this session we discuss Chapters 347-353 of Shulhan Arukh Yoreh De'ah. These short chapters open up an interesting discussion of quasi-pagan practices such as burying one's tools of trade with h...

The authority of the Posek 2 from 2019-01-11T11:41:41

This is the second session of our discussion of the authority of the contemporary posek. We analyze rabbinic sources which illuminate different facets of halakha, from the flexible to the rigid.

The Authority of the Posek 1 from 2018-12-17T10:31:49

This is the first session of a course which will explore the tools at the Posek's disposal. We start with an analysis of Rabbinical sources which show that in every generation, the posek must addre...

Avelut 6: Suicide; Cremation. from 2018-12-06T11:18:10

In this session we conclude the discussion of the proper practices for funeral, shiva, and mourning for a person who has committed suicide. According to R. I.M. Hazzan, all cases which seem to indi...

Avelut 5: Eulogy by women/ suicide from 2018-11-30T03:25:26

In this session we summarize the practices of Keriah- rendering garments. We discuss the evolution of eulogies for and by women (chapter 344 in shulhan arukh) and continue to discuss suicide (ch. 345)

Avelut 4: End of life/Keri’a - tearing garments from 2018-11-21T11:33:37

We wrap up the theme of End of Life and continue to ch. 341 in SHA which speaks of rendering garments.

Avelut 3: Visiting the sick/End of life from 2018-11-16T11:17:17

Shulhan arukh chapters 335-339. Visiting the sick; obligations and rights of doctors; end of life

Avelut 2 from 2018-11-09T08:21:59

Avelut 1 from 2018-11-02T08:15:56

Introduction. Review of related biblical sources.

Semikha 19: historical review of Introductions - recap from 2018-05-11T20:42:37

Semikha 18: ROY3 - Disagreeing with Earlier Sages from 2018-05-03T15:32:53

In this session we discussed the last leg of the introduction of R Ovadia Yosef to his Yabia Omer. He deals with the posek’s authority and his ability to disagree with the rulings of previous gene...

Semikha 17 ROY2: ROY’s Intro to Yabia Omer from 2018-04-27T13:24

in this session we discuss contradictions in the presentation of the methodology of Psak Halakha

Semikha 16 ROY 1: R Ovadia Yosef’s intro to Yabia Omer from 2018-04-19T22:08:58

Semikha 15: Arokh HaShulhan 5 conclusion from 2018-04-12T15:21:15

Final session on R Epstein’s ערוך השלחן - an interesting and challenging presentation on the history of Jewish communities and the formulation of shulhan arukh.

Semikha 14-Arokh HaShulhan 4: Origin of Disputes from 2018-02-08T19:36:06

R. Epstein discusses the phenomenon of disputes and argues they all are the word of One God.

Responsa 2: R. Yosef Megas, Spain 11C from 2018-02-07T14:51:03

R. Yosef Megas was a disciple of R. Yitzhak Alfasi, and the master of Maimonides’ father. Maimonides considered him and R. Alfasi his direct masters.

Semikha 13: Arokh HaShulhan 3: Sacred Talmud and Rashi from 2018-02-01T18:41:23

From the introduction of R Epstein we branch to a discussion of the methodology of studying Talmud.

Responsa 1: RIF - R. Yitzhak Alfasi from 2018-01-31T13:20:45

Seminal responsa of Rabbi Yitzhak Alfasi, 11th C

Semikha 12: Aroch HaShulhan 2 from 2018-01-26T16:33:18

Part 2 of the introduction of Aroch HaShulhan.

Semikha 11: Aroch HaShulhan intro 1 from 2018-01-04T23:02:36

First part of the introduction of Rabbi YM Epstein to his Aroch haShulhan. Insights about the life of Orthodox Jews on Eastern Europe and apparently a dialogue with bible critics.

Semikha 10: Intro of Mishnah Berurah from 2017-12-14T17:28:25

Mishnah Berurah is arguably the most influential halakhic book of modern times. It has shaped the mindset of the orthodox Ashkenazi world, and to an extent, impacted the Sephardic work as well. He...

Advanced Bavli-Yerushalmi on Shabbat from 2017-12-12T21:37:05

In this class we compare the analysis found in the Bavli and Yerushalmi, emphasizing methodological differences.

Semikha 9: BY intro. - R Karo’s methodology explained from 2017-12-07T17:53:22

In the last part of the introduction, Rabbi Karo explains his method of deciding Halakha. It sheds light on some hidden aspects of Shulhan Arukh.

Advanced: Talmud Shabbat - liability for each transgressions from 2017-12-05T18:50:27

Three options are offered to explain why one who committed many transgressions on Shabbat will be liable for each one of them.

Advanced: Bet Yosef Intro 1 from 2017-11-30T17:19:58

Bavli on the origin of 39 works from 2017-11-28T15:43:05

Shabbat 49:2 and 96:1 in the Talmud. Figuring out the origin of the prohibitions on Shabbat

The 39- In depth analysis of Mishnah and Talmud 1 from 2017-11-21T15:32:47

An in depth - iyyun, analysis of the list of 39 works and how it was understood by the Yerushalmi and Babylonian Talmud

Semikha 8: Tur Intro. from 2017-11-16T17:24:35

In his introduction to Arbaa Turim Rabbenu Yaakov explains the rationale and structure.

Mishnah Shabbat: Intro. Ch. 1-2 from 2017-11-09T19:33:31

Introduction to the structure of tractate Shabbat and discussion of chapters 1-2

Mishnah Berakhot ch. 7-9 from 2017-11-08T21:14:10

Mishnah Berakhot ch. 5-6 from 2017-11-06T16:21:25

Chapter 5 of berakhot speaks of the Amidah and chapter 6 of blessings before and after food.

Mishnah Berakhot ch. 1-4 from 2017-11-03T10:35:33

Semikha 7: Maimonides Intro conclusion from 2017-11-01T01:43:14

This discussion concludes the introduction of Maimonides. We have highlighted the original approach and the problems which ensued from it. Also a discussion of theoretical arguments or mental gymna...

Semikha 6B from 2017-10-25T12:53:30

Cont. of Part 6A

Semikha 6A: Maimonides Intro 2 from 2017-10-25T12:52:26

Maimonides’ discussion of post Talmudic period. Is it an accurate historical account?

Semikha 6: Maimonides intro 1 from 2017-10-18T17:44:53

Introduction to the work of Maimonides. The problematic aspects of his own introduction.

Semikha 5: Post Talmud anonymous authors from 2017-10-04T18:04:10

Intro: The development of post Talmudic literature. Editing of the text etc.

Semikha 4: Disputes in Mishnah - uniformity vs. flexibility from 2017-09-20T00:06:44

Semikha 3: Talmud; Hillel of Babel from 2017-09-06T21:10:17

A brief history of the two Talmuds and the story of Hillel the elder.

Semikha 2: Midrash Halakha and Mishnah from 2017-09-06T20:53:16

A brief history of the evolution of Halakha from bible to Talmud

Semikha program1: Rationale and Structure from 2017-08-31T21:37:43

Introduction to the semikha program

1: M. Halakha - interpretation or revelation? from 2017-03-17T18:47:29

Introduction to the oral law and Midrash Halakha- authors, methods, and development. We discuss the essential difference between the school of Rabbi Akiva and the school of Rabbi Ishmael

Semikha 1.13 - Final Tanakh&Halakha Mindset from 2017-03-08T22:42:53

The final session covers the book of Proverbs through Nehemiah

Semikha 1.12 - Tanakh&Halakha Mindset from 2017-03-06T19:13:04

This session covers the later prophets from Hosea to the end of Psalms

Semikha 1.11: Tanakh&Halakhic Mindset: Deut. - Ezekiel from 2017-02-24T16:51:34

In this session we discuss the rest of Deuteronomy and the books of prophets up to Ezekiel.

Semikha 1.10: Tanakh&Halakhic Mindset-adjustment to reality from 2017-02-22T21:29:08

In this session we discuss Deut. 18:9-24:15. Many concepts seem to be irrelevant today but as a matter of fact reveal a hidden layer of the biblical law.

Semikha 1.9: Tanakh&Halakhic Mindset - Num. 11-Deut. 19 from 2017-01-05T01:39:09

The bankruptcy of government and faith crisis in the book of Numbers. The concept of red heifer as therapy. The failure of negative prayer. Idolatrous mourning practices. Eating meat. Rejection of ...

Semikha 1.8: Tanakh&Halakhic Mindset from 2016-12-23T16:13:36

Lev. 19-Num. 11. We examine the intricate system of mitzvoth which guarantees a healthy society by connecting human relationships to religious reverence and devotion. The Golden Rule. Why handicapp...

Semikha 1.7: Tanakh&Halakhic Mindset from 2016-12-20T13:07:06

Lev. 10-18. Among the topics here: The death of the dons of Aaron. Responsibilities and boundaries. Artificial factors in spirituality. Kosher consumption. Niddah. Incestuous relationships. Sexual ...

Semikha 1.6: Tanakh&Halakhic Mindset: Sacrifice&Ritual from 2016-12-16T19:01:06

In this session we start the book of Leviticus. We explain the purpose of sacrifices, the role of religion in society according to evolutionary theory, and the problem with prayers today.
We ...

Semikha 1.5: Tanakh&Halakhic Minset from 2016-12-14T17:59:16

In this episode we review some of the details of the chapters immediately following the Ten Commandments. The Torah emphasizes personal responsibility and caring for others. There is a push towards...

Semikha 1.4: Tanakh&the Halakhic Mindset: Exodus, Ten Commandments, Slavery from 2016-11-28T15:51:21

In this episode we explore the deep message of the Ten Commandments which are truly not Commandments. We learn what should we focus on in our religious life. We review the laws of slavery, vendetta...

Semikha 1.3: Tanakh&Halakhic Mindset - Conclusion of Genesis from 2016-11-25T20:28:43

In this session we wrap up the book of Genesis. We look at the different types of government the Torah considers and rejects. The idea of capital punishment and the responsibility of the human cour...

Semikha 1.2: Tanakh and the Halakhic Mindset: Tree of Knowledge from 2016-11-20T01:53:05

The story of the Tree of Knowledge presents many problems. The solution offered here has fundamental ties to understanding Halakha

Semikha 1.1: Tanakh and the Halakhic Mindset from 2016-11-16T19:22:17

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