Class One. This first class on this Ma’amar discusses the Biur (philosophy/ mysticism) of the Ma’amar. Neshamos are called ‘Kol HaNikra BiShmi…’. This means that all of Godliness (anything other than Him) even the highest light, is brought forth by Neshamos. In addition since we emerge as separate beings (as opposed to Torah, which is…

8b. Tahalucha.This class was added in 5781 (2020).The idea of Chazaras Chassidus expanded to include (simply) walking along with the one who does the actual Chazara.This campaign was very near and dear to the Rebbe.He explained how important “serving Hashem (even) with the feet” is.He connected it to Moshiach.

Shofar (Yeshiva, Elul 5780- 5781), Class Nine.Explaining that the reason for the need for בנין המלכות (specifically) is due to seven differences between Malchus and the other Sfiros:1) The difference in the source (RaDlA or Arich)2) It’s Mihus (One point vs nine Sfiros (in hiding))3) The אופן or מציאות of it’s Mihus4) The method of…

Lihavin Inyan Simchas Torah 5738This Ma’amar is a Hemshech to the last one.The idea of “Achas” is continued here. The Rebbe adds that “Achas” is brought forward through Teshuva, which is above all limitations, including the limitations of time. After Tishrei the “Achas” comes down into our daily actions, not only Torah and Mitzvos but…

Breishis 5738.Two ideas:1) Don’t be afraid.2) Ohr Chadash. now the details: This Ma’amar goes on the (Possuk as interpreted by) the Midrash that addresses the question of why the Torah begins with the creation account rather than the Torah and Mitzvos.In short: Torah and Mitzvos reveal the light from before Tzimtzum, but Birurim reveals “Ohr…

Shofar (Yeshiva, Elul 5780- 5781), Class Five.We began the class by further reviewing what the Holy Reb Levi Yitzchok of Barditchov explained about Tekiyas Shofar.We discussed the two types of leader: מושל and מלך.מושל is a leader who imposes his will on others.מלך is all about will: the people want him as their king and…

Shofar (Yeshiva, Elul 5780- 5781), Class One.Introduction: The Sages Unlock the Power and Mystery of the ShofarThis class provides historical background on the Jewish Sages who givethe multiple reasons underlying the use of the shofar at Rosh HaShana.Sages discussed include Reb Sadya Gaon as explained 700 years ago bythe RADA (Reb David Abudraham), the Rambam,…

ROSH HASHANA MESSAGE (5776-7).We did what we were asked. Head leads the entire year in Olom (770), Shana (Rosh Hashana), Nefesh (The Rebbe’s Bracha). (from the) series on the “King in the field”. Here we included the Rosh Hashana classes. Neshei Chabad Inspiration for new year (5781)This talk was given at 770 as an accompaniment…

Class One Hundred and Thirty Six, The Chumash: The “Well of Miriam” Class Three.This class is the first of the new school year (5780-5781/ 2020-2021) and the introduction is therefore necessary.Part 1:  What is slavery? Having no control over oneself means not having the freedom to overcome our weaknesses – that is slavery.  If a…

Ha’azinu, the story of the history of the world through the divine prism (Yeshiva 5781/ 2020).Ha’azinu is a deeply mysterious and powerful part of the Torah – Ha’azinu lays out the history of the Jewish people.  The Sages refer to it as one of the “songs” of the Torah.  The parsha says, Hashem exists and…