TorahTalk Meaningful Mitzvah Podcast

Religion & Spirituality Podcas

Listen along as Rabbi Menashe Uhr explores the topic of Mitzvos with two special guests - Shlomi and Mellissa. The 3 come very very different Jewish backgrounds, and each bring their own perspectives (and questions!) to the table. The goal is to explore each Mitzvah, and discuss, analyze - and debate - the underlying themes and purpose of the Mitzvah. By understanding what the Mitzvah is really all about we hope to build a personal 'connection' to it, enabling us to perform the Mitzvos of Hashem with passion, excitement, and joy, enriching our lives and connecting us with our Creator. That's the goal, join us for the ride and let's see where this takes us!Send in your questions or comments by going to MitzvahPodcast.com Questions will be featured in special episodes dedicated to answering listener questions at the end of each topic!Please note - this podcast was formally known as the TorahTalk Parsha Podcast - it was changed to the TorahTalk Meaningful Mitzvah Podcast on December 6 when we changed the topic.

Location:

United States

Genres:

Religion & Spirituality Podcas

Description:

Listen along as Rabbi Menashe Uhr explores the topic of Mitzvos with two special guests - Shlomi and Mellissa. The 3 come very very different Jewish backgrounds, and each bring their own perspectives (and questions!) to the table. The goal is to explore each Mitzvah, and discuss, analyze - and debate - the underlying themes and purpose of the Mitzvah. By understanding what the Mitzvah is really all about we hope to build a personal 'connection' to it, enabling us to perform the Mitzvos of Hashem with passion, excitement, and joy, enriching our lives and connecting us with our Creator. That's the goal, join us for the ride and let's see where this takes us!Send in your questions or comments by going to MitzvahPodcast.com Questions will be featured in special episodes dedicated to answering listener questions at the end of each topic!Please note - this podcast was formally known as the TorahTalk Parsha Podcast - it was changed to the TorahTalk Meaningful Mitzvah Podcast on December 6 when we changed the topic.

Language:

English

Website:

https://torahtalkparshapodcast.buzzsprout.com

Episodes

Ep. 23 | Special Episode | Transforming Negative Character Traits Into Spiritual Light

12/13/2023

We want to here from you! Send in your questions or comments by going to MitzvahPodcast.com Questions will be addresses in a special episode for listener feedback at the end of each topic.

Duration:00:29:02

Ep. 22 | The Mitzvah to Light the Menorah on Chanukah

12/6/2023

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Duration:00:35:59

Ep. 21 | Do Not Stand Idle While a Jew's Blood is Being Spilled

11/29/2023

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Duration:00:32:12

Ep. 20 | The Mitzvah to Feel the Pain of Your Fellow Jew

11/15/2023

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Duration:00:33:34

Ep. 19 | The Mitzvah of Prayer

6/13/2023

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Duration:00:34:23

Ep. 18 | The Mitzvah to Study Torah

5/23/2023

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Duration:00:39:26

Ep. 17 | The Mitzvah to Love Your Fellow Jew

5/17/2023

The Mitzvah to Love Your Fellow Jew: ואהבת לרעך כמוך In this episode we will cover the basics of this Mitzvah - and also tackle the following questions: How can you make me love someone? What if I can’t stand them?How can I love someone who wrongs me?How can I love someone who sins and is a bad person?We want to here from you! Send in your questions or comments by going to MitzvahPodcast.com Questions will be addresses in a special episode for listener feedback at the end of each topic.

Duration:00:38:33

Ep. 16 | The Mitzvah of Counting the Omer

5/2/2023

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Duration:00:41:25

Ep. 15 | The Prohibition of Chometz on Passover

3/28/2023

Have you ever wondered why the Torah prohibits leavened bread and all Chometz items on Pesach?Why does this prohibition seem so intense, with many rules about getting rid of chometz and avoiding even a small amount? Why is there a Mitzvah to burn the Chometz before Passover? Why is it even forbidden to have chometz in my possession, even if I won't touch it! We've learned how positive Mitzvos have a lot of depth and meaning beneath the surface. Listen to this episode and discover how even just avoiding the prohibition of Chometz can be incredibly fulfilling and bring you closer to Hashem! We want to here from you! Send in your questions or comments by going to MitzvahPodcast.com Questions will be addresses in a special episode for listener feedback at the end of each topic.

Duration:00:36:17

Ep. 14 | The Mitzvah to Say the Story of the Exodus by the Passover Seder

3/14/2023

Why is it so important to say the story of the exodus every single year - we all know it already! Why is remembering the exodus such a reoccuring theme in Judaism? It seems like every other Mitzvah is done "as a remembrance of the the exodus from Egypt!"What are we REALLY doing on Seder night...We want to here from you! Send in your questions or comments by going to MitzvahPodcast.com Questions will be addresses in a special episode for listener feedback at the end of each topic.

Duration:00:45:04

Ep. 13 | Can / Should a Woman Do a Mitzvah She Is Not Obligated To Do?

2/28/2023

We've established that there are several Mitzvos that women are not obligated to do. What if a women wants to do them anyway, as "Extra Credit?" Is this encouraged, discouraged, or somewhere in between?We want to here from you! Send in your questions or comments by going to MitzvahPodcast.com Questions will be addresses in a special episode for listener feedback at the end of each topic.

Duration:01:09:24

Ep. 12 | Why Women Have Different Mitzvah Obligations

2/21/2023

Why women are exempt from certain Mitzvos Does a women being exempt from certain Mitzvos reflect a discriminatory attitude of the Torah against women? Exploring the Spiritual identity and goals of Jewish women. The Torah's view on Feminism.In this episode we get to the heart of the issue and reach the conclusion of understanding why women are exempt from certain Mitzvos. This is a continuation of the topic that we begin in Episode 10 and 11. It is recommended that the listener first listen to Ep. 10 &11 before 12. However, if you cannot listen to them all listen to this one if you can hear only one:-) We want to here from you! Send in your questions or comments by going to MitzvahPodcast.com Questions will be addresses in a special episode for listener feedback at the end of each topic.

Duration:00:56:24

Ep. 11 | The Spiritual Mission of Women

2/13/2023

Exploring the Spiritual identity and goals of Jewish women. Does the Torah view men and women as equal? The Torah's view on Feminism.We want to here from you! Send in your questions or comments by going to MitzvahPodcast.com Questions will be addresses in a special episode for listener feedback at the end of each topic.

Duration:00:45:47

Ep. 10 | Which Mitzvos Are Women Exempt From?

2/6/2023

Addressing Melissa's question: Why are some Mitzvos only for men?! Which Mitzvos are women exempt from? We want to here from you! Send in your questions or comments by going to MitzvahPodcast.com Questions will be addresses in a special episode for listener feedback at the end of each topic.

Duration:00:39:54

Ep. 9 | Tefillin (Part Two)

2/1/2023

Learn about deeper mystical ideas of how wearing tefillin affects it's wearer and what it represents.ACTION PLAN: How to obtain Kosher Tefillin and wear them properly.PLUS: Melissa's question - Why are Tefillin only a man's Mitzvah? Why aren't women obligated as well?! We want to here from you! Send in your questions or comments by going to MitzvahPodcast.com Questions will be addresses in a special episode for listener feedback at the end of each topic.

Duration:00:24:42

Ep. 8 | Tefillin (Part One)

1/24/2023

What am I really doing when I put on Tefillin?The unique reason for the Mitzvah of Tefillin and why it is unlike any other Mitzvah.Bonus: How to not put on Tefillin like a monkey!Learn how YOU can transform the Mitzvah of Tefillin from a something many people perceive as a symbolic Jewish ritual to something that brings meaning to your day and upgrades your relationship with Hashem. Every day! We want to here from you! Send in your questions or comments by going to MitzvahPodcast.com Questions will be addresses in a special episode for listener feedback at the end of each topic.

Duration:00:35:06

Ep. 7 | Mezuzah (Part Three) Action Plan!

1/17/2023

How to obtain a Kosher MezuzaWhich doors require a Mezuza? Which don't?How to hang up a MezuzaLearn how YOU can transform the Mitzvah of Mezuza from a something many people perceive as a symbolic Jewish ritual to something that brings meaning to your day and upgrades your relationship with Hashem. Every day! We want to here from you! Send in your questions or comments by going to MitzvahPodcast.com Questions will be addresses in a special episode for listener feedback at the end of each topic.

Duration:00:16:16

Ep. 6 | Mezuzah (Part Two)

1/10/2023

Why does a Mezuzah need to be Kosher? Why can't I just print one?How does the Mezuzah actually offer "protection?"Learn how YOU can transform the Mitzvah of Mezuza from a something many people perceive as a symbolic Jewish ritual to something that brings meaning to your day and upgrades your relationship with Hashem. Every day! We want to here from you! Send in your questions or comments by going to MitzvahPodcast.com Questions will be addresses in a special episode for listener feedback at the end of each topic.

Duration:00:47:22

Ep. 5 | Mezuzah (Part One)

1/3/2023

Learn how YOU can transform the Mitzvah of Mezuza from a something many people perceive as a symbolic Jewish ritual to something that brings meaning to your day and upgrades your relationship with Hashem. Every day! We want to here from you! Send in your questions or comments by going to MitzvahPodcast.com Questions will be addresses in a special episode for listener feedback at the end of each topic.

Duration:00:43:26

Ep. 4 | How Mitzvos Can Transform Your Life!

12/27/2022

Why is it important to connect to Mitzvos on a deeper level? Why isn't this topic commonly discussed in Jewish life? Learn about how exploring this topic and finding your personal connection to Mitzvos will transform your life into one of joy and meaning. Guaranteed:-) We want to here from you! Send in your questions or comments by going to MitzvahPodcast.com Questions will be addresses in a special episode for listener feedback at the end of each topic.

Duration:00:43:59