Emuna Beams

The Tents of the Righteous: Psalms 118-119

Wed, 18 Dec 2024 23:02:53 +0200

A wayfarer encounters an encampment of tents. He immediately knows that these are the tents of the righteous. How? The sound of jubilant music and singing echoes across the valley…

Clinging: Likutei Moharan, Torah 99

Thu, 12 Dec 2024 22:15:34 +0200

A person needs something badly. Despite looking for all kinds of solutions, he knows in his heart that only Hashem can grant his request. But he doesn't feel like praying. Yet, he knows that even if he does pray, it won't be fervent or sincere. What should he do?

Eyes That Don't See: Psalms 115-117

Wed, 11 Dec 2024 22:53:33 +0200

Who bows down to idols anymore? Sadly enough, most of the world does. They devote their lives to serving futility, endeavors of no consequence that cannot help a person in times of trouble.

The Heavenly Heart: Likutei Moharan, Torah 142

Thu, 05 Dec 2024 23:41:36 +0200

There are people with upright hearts. They have the desire to perform an important commandment, but for some reason, they are unable to. This desire stimulates the Heavenly heart, which personally comes to the aid of such individuals.

Alone Against the World: Psalms 110-114

Wed, 04 Dec 2024 22:04:34 +0200

King David pays tribute to our patriarch Abraham, who stood alone against the whole world. Abraham's life is a shining example for King David and for all subsequent generations until Moshiach. It's also the template...

Gideon's Holy Commandos

Tue, 03 Dec 2024 23:07:47 +0200

Draft the Haredim? Don't draft the Haredim? First, Israel must decide what type of army they want. A conventional army sometimes wins, sometimes not. An army like Gideon's adheres to one set of rules only, and they're neither conventional nor politically correct.

Tefillin for Lev L'Achim

Sun, 01 Dec 2024 10:53:28 +0200

My cherished friend Rabbi Uri Zohar zatza"l, left an awesome legacy, the "Lev L'achim" organization, which does humongous Torah outreach all over Israel. As a team player, I love cooperating with them. Lev L'achim has a waiting list of soldiers and young people who need and want tefillin but can't afford them. Most of the time, they get donations of old tefillin that are seldom reliably kosher. As part of our Emuna Beams Tefillin Project, we donated 5 brand new pairs of tefillin to Lev L'Achim. I wanted to make sure that our the soldiers and young people who get them are well-protected, so I personally oversaw the production of these tefillin. If you're worried about the situation in the world, don't. Five new tefillin-wearing warriors are now in Hashem's army, so whatever happens will be successful. Am Yisrael Chai!

Rhythm of the Reeds: Likutei Moharan II, Torah 11

Thu, 28 Nov 2024 22:39:47 +0200

"Perek Shira", the "Song of Creation" teaches us that every creation sings its own unique song of praise to the Almighty. Rebbe Nachman adds that when a person prays in the field, all of creation joins in…

Downfall of the Evil: Psalms 108-109

Wed, 27 Nov 2024 22:25:36 +0200

David's suffering became a template of Jewish history until the arrival of Moshiach. His prayers for salvation and rescue from enemies are therefore relevant to every generation, especially ours. Doeg the Edomite symbolizes our national nemesis, the offspring of Esau, from the Romans to Haman to the Nazis. Ultimately, they all disappear.

The Other Guy's Son

Sun, 24 Nov 2024 16:18:40 +0200

Someone notifies you that your son has been badly wounded, rushed by helicopter from the battlefield to the hospital. Nearly berserk, you get in the car and drive as fast as you can to the hospital too...

The most urgent item on our national agenda is not Iran - it's eradicating baseless hate and urgently accepting the mitzva of Ahavat Yisrael. In memory of Rabbi Tzvi Kogan Hy"d, see this 4-minute clip and share it with others. It's a must for our security.

Tefillin for Assuta Hospital

Sat, 23 Nov 2024 21:45:05 +0200

The Assuta Hospital in Ashdod does fabulous work. They've treated many of our injured soldiers that were injured in Gaza. When Rabbi Tzvi Goodman, the Rabbi of the Bet Chabad at the hospital told me that they lacked Rabbenu Tam tefillin, we took it upon ourselves to provide a brand new, super "mehudar" set. We presented it to them on Thursday, Nov. 21, 2024.

Fantasy World: Likutei Moharan, Torah 72, Lesson 4

Thu, 21 Nov 2024 22:29:05 +0200

Lewd, evil and idolatrous thoughts all come from Fantasy World. This is a domain under the exclusive control of the evil inclination. It shows a person illusions of extreme pleasure which are none other than dark-side spirits to lower the victim to the depths of depression. Here's how to avoid it.

Survivors' Song

Wed, 20 Nov 2024 22:25:04 +0200

Psalm 107 is the psalm of thanksgiving, especially obligating a person who survives a dangerous situation. The psalm mentions four cycles of peril and deliverance. These constitute the four groups who are particularly required to thank Hashem for rescuing them.

Miraculous Mosquitoes

Fri, 15 Nov 2024 12:24:37 +0200

An interviewer once asked me what I most like about Lebanon. I answered: the cedar trees. He asked me what else. I answered: the mosquitoes, between JabJennine and Sultan Yacoub. In 1982, they saved my life. Here's the story.

Purification: Likutei Moharan I:72, Part 3

Thu, 14 Nov 2024 22:08:46 +0200

The evil inclination with its three layers resembles an almond. On the outside, there's a course shell. Once you break through that, there's a thin husk that clings to the meat of the nut. Yet on the inside, there's a fine biochemical – glycoside – that's dangerous, because the body breaks it down into cyanide. That's a metaphorical insight into the angelic evil inclination that wants us to do premature things that ultimately cause damage. They must be mitigated and purified.

The Whine-O: Psalm 106

Wed, 13 Nov 2024 23:14:38 +0200

Imagine that a rich man is cruising on his yacht. He's a billionaire with every amenity in life. Yet, he's always complaining. That's the "whine-o", addicted to whining and the biggest ingrate imaginable. On a national level, such behavior is catastrophic…

David vs. Angel: Likutei Moharan, Torah 72, Part 2

Thu, 07 Nov 2024 22:51:05 +0200

As a person moves up the ladder of spiritual awareness, his or her evil inclination is no longer down at the level of coarse lust and animal-urge temptation. People on high levels of emuna and observance of Torah rise to a level where their evil inclination is a holy angel. On a very high level, we find lofty type of angel that fought with Jacob. A similar angel pounced on King David, in the episode of BatSheva.

Water from a Rock: Psalm 105

Wed, 06 Nov 2024 22:46:34 +0200

King David reviews the magnificent miracles that Hashem did for the Jewish Nation since the dawn of its history. Psalm 105 is also the certificate of birthright that Hashem grants His chosen people – the deed to the Land of Israel.

The Opposition: Likutei Moharan I:72

Thu, 31 Oct 2024 22:29:54 +0200

There are times when a person suddenly contemplates a desire to get closer to Hashem. At that cherished moment, he becomes an upright individual. Don't ignore such a magnificent gift from Above.

My Soul Sings: Psalms 103-104

Wed, 30 Oct 2024 22:18:51 +0200

Today's Psalms are a cure for body and soul and especially cogent for healing the sick. A mere superficial look at the beauty of the Almighty's creations is sufficient to gratify the soul. A closer look makes the soul break out in joyous song. Let's take a moment to contemplate Hashem's glory and pay attention to the remarkable favors He does for each of us, just like King David did all day long.

Haven of the Wholehearted

Mon, 21 Oct 2024 22:03:43 +0200

The body is responsible for natural functions whereas the soul is responsible for spiritual functions. Both fight for control of the emotions as we'll soon see. When the soul prevails, emotions gravitate to the right side of the heart but when the body prevails, the soul gravitates to the left. Wholeheartedness is perfect harmony between body and soul. The special day of Shmini Atzeret is conducive for just that.

A Week with Hashem

Mon, 14 Oct 2024 21:28:29 +0200

Hashem is always with us, wherever we are. But there's a chance - once a year during Succoth - to be with Him. What's the difference? It's tremendously different when Hashem is with us in our domain than when we're with Him in His domain...

First to Forgive

Fri, 11 Oct 2024 03:26:00 +0200

Forgiveness brings up some sticky questions: "How can I forgive someone who’s done me wrong when part of me doesn’t want to forgive?" When you don't forgive, the wound of whatever damage someone did to you festers, and turns into negativity that ruins your day, or even your life. Don't go there, for your own benefit...

The Best Day of the Year

Mon, 07 Oct 2024 21:27:32 +0200

The thought of Yom Kippur doesn't usually bring joy to people's hearts. Why? They see it as a day of torture, deprived of drinking, eating and fun. They're right. It is a day of torture, for the evil inclination...

Express Checkout

Sun, 06 Oct 2024 06:59:00 +0200

The mere idea of Yom Kippur is enough to raise the anxiety level of many people; that's because no one ever explained to them how Yom Kippur is the happiest day in the Jewish calendar. For real? Hear this.

The Call of the Shofar

Sun, 29 Sep 2024 21:55:28 +0200

The call of the shofar is the hallmark of the most important events in Jewish history, from our ancient past to the future. Happy is the nation that knows the call of the shofar. Today's lesson explains the significance of blowing the shofar on Rosh Hashana. We also see a dramatic repeat of ancient history unravelling this very day.

Guarding our Emuna: Likutei Moharan I:35, Part 3

Thu, 26 Sep 2024 22:44:23 +0200

Once a person attains more emuna, he or she must be careful. They have succeeded in learning more Torah or purified the way they conduct their business affairs or both. Now, they have more Divine illumination. Just as ants in the kitchen are attracted to sugary substances, the dark-side forces will try to attach themselves to, feed off of and hijack our emuna. We therefore must guard our emuna like the royal guard in Buckingham Palace guards the Hope Diamond.

The Desert Owl: Psalms 100-102

Wed, 25 Sep 2024 22:19:56 +0200

In my old army days, I was on a lone navigational maneuver at night deep in the Negev Desert. No one was around. I suddenly heart a scream in the night, like a young person in dire distress. It was unnerving, to say the least. Then I saw the rustling in the branches of a lone acacia tree not far away…

One Crucial Choice

Sun, 22 Sep 2024 13:01:56 +0200

Imagine that during Rosh Hashanah of last year, an angel world would suddenly appear and reveal everything that would happen this year. What would you do if you had advanced knowledge of the Hamas onslaught on Simchat Torah, the hostages and the impending war?

Renewing the Brain: Likutei Moharan, Torah 35, Part 2

Thu, 19 Sep 2024 23:19:06 +0200

It's not enough to guard our brains from so-called intellectual disciplines that are outside the realm of holiness. We must renew our intellect constantly. Rebbe Nachman shows us how.

A New Song: Psalms 96-99

Wed, 18 Sep 2024 22:59:12 +0200

Imagine the age of Moshiach and the Holy Temple. After He subdues Amalek and triumphs over Gog and Magog, Hashem will no longer hide His countenance. In the presence of His power and majesty, all the earth will be singing a new song.

Rucking: The Dream Exercise

Sun, 15 Sep 2024 10:35:45 +0200

Rucking is the dream exercise that combines both cardio and resistance training. People of any age can ruck. It even appeals to people who don't like exercising. Just take a walk on your favorite riverside or wooded path with a weighted rucksack on your back. Here's more about this great activity:

Etz Chaim: The Tree of Life

Fri, 13 Sep 2024 11:59:37 +0200

We recite the "Etz Chaim" prayer after reading the Torah portion, when we return the Torah scroll to the ark. I love trees and the imagery that our Torah is a tree of life. Before I became a rabbi, I was a tree-fruit farmer. Even the symbol of my old IDF unit is a very famous Israeli oak tree that overlooks the Sea of Galilee. With that in mind, I composed this melody, which I hope you will find soothing and inspiring. In this recording, I am playing the native-Israel flutes. Yosef Karduner and Guy Tzvi Mintz are playing guitars and singing. Enjoy this.

A Clean Brain: Likutei Moharan I, Torah 35, Part 1

Thu, 12 Sep 2024 22:00:27 +0200

The human brain is quite similar to the hard disc of a computer. Just as your computer has a certain memory capacity, so does your brain. Professionals are careful in protecting their computers from needless files and programs that waste memory space. All the more so, people must protect their computers from worms and viruses. The same goes for the brain.

Voice of the Big Breakers: Psalms 93-95

Wed, 11 Sep 2024 22:01:25 +0200

The forty-foot-high waves crashing down on the Pacific Coast are a tiny testament of Hashem's power and glory. The power and glory of the Creator is His royal garment, which no one possesses but the King Himself.

Stay Young!

Fri, 06 Sep 2024 12:56:21 +0200

For busy people, here's an important message in 28 seconds; here's how to stay young until 120.

The Power to Persevere: Likutei Moharan, Torah 155

Thu, 05 Sep 2024 22:05:43 +0200

A lack of motivation leads to laziness. That's only the beginning of the downward spiral because laziness leads to sadness. If a person lacks the power to persevere in any endeavor, he or she can forget about success. Perseverance requires motivation. So where do we acquire motivation, especially in spiritual endeavors? Rebbe Nachman provides the answer.

The Protective Force: Psalms 90-92

Wed, 04 Sep 2024 22:13:16 +0200

Star Wars is nothing compared to the battles that a soul must endure. If people had completely spiritual eyes, they couldn't live long. They'd faint in fright. The atmosphere is full of toxic enemy and lethal forces, both physical and spiritual. The "Protective Force" is our only safeguard.

"Hashem is with Me": Inspirational Talk with the Maglan Commandos of the IDF

Tue, 03 Sep 2024 22:16:07 +0200

The Maglan* commandos of the IDF are one of Israel's most elite units. They're far from the limelight and few people know what these quiet yet powerful heroes do. Rabbi Lazer Brody was their guest yesterday; here is a 6-minute segment of the inspirational talk he delivered there. It's especially timely for the month of Elul. The talk is in Hebrew, with English subtitles.

*Hebrew for "Ibis", a quietly determined bird

Tasting the Love: Likutei Moharan I:33, Part 4

Thu, 29 Aug 2024 22:14:12 +0200

There are two types of love. One is based bodily-oriented. It's therefore finite like the body and often is as brief as last night's dinner. But the other, which stems from the soul, is a lasting love that also brings a person to inner peace.

Preserving the Fine Wine

Thu, 29 Aug 2024 12:14:41 +0200

Caesar's daughter couldn't understand how the great Rebbe Yehoshua ben Chanania was so scholarly yet so unsightly. He answered with an interesting comparison, as told here (based on the Gemara, Tractate Nedarim 50b)...

Sound of the Shofar: Psalm 89

Wed, 28 Aug 2024 22:21:22 +0200

The sound of the Shofar invokes unfathomable Divine compassion. As such we blow the shofar and Rosh Hashanah. But that's not all. The shofar heralds the arrival of Moshiach and the reestablishment of David's kingdom, our prayer in Psalm 89.

Proper Breathing Technique for Stress Release

Tue, 27 Aug 2024 15:26:00 +0200

Shavua Tov! Everyone knows how to breathe, right? Wrong! See this:

The Wolf and the Lamb: Likutei Moharan I:33, Part 3

Thu, 22 Aug 2024 22:31:54 +0200

With emuna, a person peels away the layers of concealment that block Divine illumination. The more Hashem's presence becomes apparent in the world, the greater the peace in the world. As such, when the whole world learns emuna; even the wolf and the lamb will be able to dwell together in peace.

Reflections of Justice: Psalms 85-88

Wed, 21 Aug 2024 22:24:56 +0200

In our prayer for Redemption, we plead with Hashem to uplift us from the pit of exile. We yearn for our holy homeland. Where the Torah is observed on earth, truth permeates the land. Where there is truth below, justice reflects from above.

The 10 Commandments of Accountability

Tue, 20 Aug 2024 22:10:10 +0200

A lack of responsibility leads to a breakdown of any relationship or society. The backbone of responsibility is accountability. With that in mind, here are the "10 Commandments of Accountability," all firmly grounded in Torah sources. Fulfilling them is crucial for a healthy relationship.

Torn Soles

Tue, 20 Aug 2024 10:41:14 +0200

Doubters ask how there could possibly be a loving Divine Creator in the world, especially with all the strife and sorrow in the world. Here is our 3-minute answer.

Every Day Happy

Mon, 19 Aug 2024 11:36:00 +0200

Imagine that every gift in life that we take for granted would disappear. How miserable we'd be! Shouldn't we rejoice when we do enjoy all of life's gifts, especially the spiritual ones? Enjoy these empowering 4 minutes.

The Old Brick Oven

Fri, 16 Aug 2024 07:46:00 +0200

Where's the attack from Iran and Hezbolla? Someone, somewhere, did something really special. One good deed of altruism with no fanfare or ulterior motives can potentially save a person, his family, an entire city, or even an entire world. Our acts of compassion invoke measure-for-measure for ourselves, our families and our communities. A shining example from the Talmud is the story of the old brick oven...

Good Days, Bad Days: Likutei Moharan I:33, Part 2

Thu, 15 Aug 2024 22:42:09 +0200

Emuna teaches that everything is from Hashem and His glory fills the world. The more a person has emuna, the more he or she knows that Hashem is everywhere. The more a person has emuna, the closer he or she gets to Hashem. The closer a soul is to Hashem, the more it feels at peace, like a baby in its mother's arms. So with emuna, no matter what Hashem does, we're at peace with it.

The Bird's Nest: Psalms 82-84

Wed, 14 Aug 2024 22:09:27 +0200

In our prayer for Redemption, we remind Hashem that a bird will always return to its nest. Despite nearly 2,000 years of exile, we, the indigenous people of the Holy Land, yearn to return to our true nest. May Hashem in His mercy, terminate the exile and return us to our rebuilt Holy Temple in Jerusalem, soon.

The Heart of Israel

Mon, 12 Aug 2024 13:57:27 +0200

A Ukrainian villager had a pain in his hand. Three visits to the country doctor didn't help at all. He finally traveled to the big city and scheduled an appointment with the big professor... This is an old Chassidic parable that explains Tisha B'av and exile.

At Peace with Yourself: Likutei Moharan I:33, Part 1

Thu, 08 Aug 2024 22:22:19 +0200

Until people discover how to find peace within themselves, all the amenities in the world won't make them happy. Rabbi Nachman teaches us how to find the inner tranquility that we all dream of.

Marauders: Psalms 79-81

Wed, 07 Aug 2024 23:20:06 +0200

In every generation, marauders – like a pack of hungry wolves - attempt to devour us alive. Only Hashem can redeem us. In His mercy, He will, soon.

Israel Braces for Attack

Tue, 06 Aug 2024 21:58:28 +0200

Today's Emuna News analysis shows where the current conflict is rooted in history and how it repeats itself today. Strategy and military defense are only a small determining factor in the outcome of the war. The political and military leadership of Israel are so far clueless to the spiritual efforts the country should be making, especially in light of the Nine Days that lead up to Tisha B'Av. Here's what we must do.

Building the Synagogue in Kibbutz Be'eri

Sun, 04 Aug 2024 14:19:12 +0200

During these 9 days, Hashem's Holy Temple was destroyed. Let's invoke Divine compassion and build a sanctuary for Hashem in Kibbutz Be'eri, which was also destroyed. The synagogue is a stone's throw from the Gaza border, meant to serve the kibbutz, neighboring villages and the IDF in Gaza. We want to turn the the temporary prefab cabin-like structure into a permanent building that can meet the growing needs. With our help, both will be rebuilt soon, G-d willing. Donate here: https://my.israelgives.org/en/members/23853

Wildflowers: Likutei Moharan I:65, Part 5

Thu, 01 Aug 2024 22:03:38 +0200

When a soul prays properly, it strolls through a supernal garden of wildflowers. Every word of prayer is itself a rare wildflower. The entire prayer is a most exquisite and aromatic bouquet, the soul's gift to its Creator. Today's lesson concludes and summarizes Torah 65.

Waters of Compassion: Psalm 78

Wed, 31 Jul 2024 22:15:55 +0200

Despite the repeated times when the nation strayed from faith and became entangled in worldly lust, the Almighty shows endless mercy and compassion. All we have to do is to remember His wondrous acts.

Strengthening the Soul

Wed, 31 Jul 2024 15:02:51 +0200

When your throat is parched, you drink. Negative emotions are a sign that the soul is parched. It feels weak. Here's how to quench its thirst.

Rebbe Eliezer ben Yaacov: Overcoming the Enemy

Tue, 30 Jul 2024 22:27:22 +0200

From the holy gravesite of Rebbe Eliezer ben Yaacov in a cave near Meron, here is a timely message about our enemies and how to defeat them.

The Thirsty Soul: Likutei Moharan I:65, Part 4

Thu, 25 Jul 2024 22:15:10 +0200

Rebbe Nachman teaches us how to train our minds to remain positive in any circumstance. A suffering soul is a thirsty soul. Focusing on the physical world heightens tribulations and suffering. On the other hand, a person who focuses on life's ultimate purpose experiences much less pain, if none at all.

Midnight Melody: Psalms 75-77

Wed, 24 Jul 2024 22:47:01 +0200

King David foresees the seemingly endless exile, where it appears as though there is no longer Divine mercy. Then he remembers the melodies that he would always play at midnight and his soul finds meaning.

The Migunit Massacre, Oct. 7, 2023

Wed, 24 Jul 2024 13:58:25 +0200

Fleeing from the horrific Hamas Nukba-force assault on the Nova festival in Re'im forest, 16 young people took refuge in the "Migunit" at the adjacent bus station. A "migunit" is a small above-ground concrete shelter that shields people from missile attacks. 16 young people crowded into this small space. Hamas terrorists logged grenades inside, but a young hero - Aner Shapira - picked them up and threw them back. He succeeded 7 times, but the 8th grenade killed him. You can see the concrete migunit full of shrapnel holes. The inside walls are covered with graffiti, messages loved ones to their holy martyrs.

The Holy Idra

Tue, 23 Jul 2024 11:22:20 +0200

The holy Idra is the semicircular cave where Rebbe Shimon bar Yochai would teach the secrets of the esoteric Torah to his disciples. In the northern Galilee not far from the Lebanese border, its surroundings bear witness to the current conflict with Hezbolla.

The Ultimate Good: Likutei Moharan I:65, Part 3

Thu, 18 Jul 2024 22:03:53 +0200

In one of Rebbe Nachman most uplifting teachings, he explains that suffering comes from Hashem, like everything else in life. Therefore, when a person experiences difficulties in life, he or she should focus on the ultimate purpose. Since the ultimate purpose is Hashem's will and intention, it's all good. So, by focusing on Hashem, one's suffering becomes much lighter. Indeed, he or she will feel joy as a result of the abundant good that comes from connecting with Hashem. That's the ultimate good.

The Crooks in the Cadillac: Psalms 73-74

Wed, 17 Jul 2024 22:01:11 +0200

Since the dawn of history, even the great tzaddikim had near breakdowns of emuna. Moses couldn't understand why the evil had great lives while the righteous were suffering. King David had difficulty in grasping why the wicked succeed when the upright have so many setbacks. So many good people limp along while the crooks ride in Cadillacs…

Your Own Special Mission

Tue, 16 Jul 2024 15:40:48 +0200

Instead of all the news that brings you down, listen to this 84-second message that will lift you up. In short, don't look at anyone else and concentrate on performing your own special mission in life.

A Prayer from the Gaza Border

Mon, 15 Jul 2024 22:02:49 +0200

Seeing the grassroots spiritual arousal of our soldiers on the Gaza border is heartwarming. Their morale is phenomenally high. What's more, there's unity down here, and emuna too. They are my people and my country. I bless them all day long. Regards from the Gaza border.

Fruit-Bearing Souls: Likutei Moharan I:65, Part 2

Thu, 11 Jul 2024 22:47:54 +0200

Rebbe Nachman describes an exquisite field full of exotic and indescribably beautiful plants and trees. There is a Master Gardener who tends to this field, giving each plant and tree what it needs. When they bear fruit, his eyesight is far-reaching. But, if they don't bear fruit, his eyes become dim. The secrets of prayer...

My Rock: Psalms 71-72

Wed, 10 Jul 2024 22:50:28 +0200

Sometimes, a person looks around and simply cannot find a single friend, ally or anyone else to depend on. Yet, that's really a blessing in disguise. Alone, with no friend or allie and on the verge of certain death, King David had no one to turn to but the Almighty, his Rock and Redeemer.

The Debt Collector (Video)

Wed, 10 Jul 2024 11:14:22 +0200

Imagine that a stranger knocks on your front door. You look through the peephole to see who it is, and before you know – without your permission – he walks right through the door as if it were thin air. Right away you understand that this is no human. It's an angel. He identifies himself: the head debt-collection angel from the Heavenly bank and he looks serious. Here's how to avoid situations like this...

The Debt Collector (Audio)

Wed, 10 Jul 2024 11:00:48 +0200

Surviving the Be'eri Massacre

Sun, 07 Jul 2024 19:08:56 +0200

Imagine that 40 Nakba special-ops Hamas terrorists are occupying your home. You are locked in the house bomb-shelter and they know it. Explosions, screaming, shouting in Arabic, a raging battle outside - and you are living this nightmare. Hear the first-hand story of Racheli Fricker, who miraculously survived the Be'eri massacre of Simchat Torah, October 7, 2023. See how the merit of charity, Sabbath observance and building the synagogue at Be'eri all stood as a protective force for Racheli and her family.

Scars of the South: The Car Graveyard from Oct. 7, 2023

Fri, 05 Jul 2024 12:02:11 +0200

We visit a grueling reminder of the atrocities from October 7, 2023 Hamas attack against the south of Israel. Outside of Tekuma, near the Gaza border, is a car graveyard. Yet it's different from any other car graveyard. Here, all the cars are covered with bullet holes, broken glass and ripped metal. People tragically went to their deaths in these cars. This is a painful reminder why we are at war. It's an existential war, fighting for our lives and our homeland.

Garden of the Souls: Likutei Moharan I:65, Part 1

Thu, 04 Jul 2024 22:44:22 +0200

Rebbe Nachman tells of a field where exquisitely beautiful trees and plants grow. The splendor of this field is indescribable. Where is it?

Diamond Amongst the Ashes

Thu, 04 Jul 2024 13:18:43 +0200

With the sounds of war in the background, Rabbi Lazer interviews Racheli Fricker, who built and founded the synagogue at Be'eri. A totally secular kibbutz right on the Gaza border, Be'eri lost 101 of its residents on October 7, 2023, victims of the Hamas onslaught and atrocities. The terrorist abducted another 30 residents and took them to Gaza as hostages. 150 homes were burned and destroyed. In the middle of this devastation, the synagogue remained unscathed. Here is the amazing story.

Rescue from the Deep: Psalms 69-70

Wed, 03 Jul 2024 22:51:01 +0200

When we feel that the floodwaters of tribulations are about to drown us, we turn to Psalm 69. And when we can no longer withstand the fierce currents of life's raging rivers, we call for immediate help in Psalm 70.

Song of the Birds: Likutei Moharan I:3, Part 2

Thu, 27 Jun 2024 22:49:44 +0200

Rebbe Nachman teaches that the melody of an upright singer or musician inspires people to better their service of Hashem. Yet, there are few kosher musicians around. So, how does one correct the detrimental effects of hearing music from a less than upright source?

The Rain's Song: Psalm 68

Wed, 26 Jun 2024 22:04:57 +0200

Psalm 68 describes Hashem's magnificent reign over creation. King David prophetically describes how in the end of days, Hashem will bring Moshiach, subdue His enemies and establish His holy Sanctuary in Jerusalem.

Lazer Brody Meets the Lubavitcher Rebbe osb”m

Wed, 26 Jun 2024 08:20:00 +0200

This is the amazing story of how a newly observant IDF war veteran - Lazer Brody - spent four days with the Lubavitcher Rebbe of saintly and blessed memory. The story begins with the First Lebanon War of 1982 and then moves to 770 in Crown Heights, Parshat Korach, 5747/ June 25-28, 1987. The Rebbe's unforgettable eyes...

What's Emuna?

Sun, 23 Jun 2024 11:03:54 +0200

Emuna is not at all blind faith. It's about actively choosing to trust in God and rely on Him, even when things don't make sense. It's like having a friend who always has your back, no matter what. So, next time you're feeling lost or overwhelmed, let emuna be your guide. It's your GPS...

Zaidie's Hand

Fri, 21 Jun 2024 09:34:00 +0200

Boris lost his leg in a fierce battle in Gaza City ten weeks ago, but he came out alive. His other crew members lost their lives. Yesterday, while visiting the Rehabilitaion Center of the Tel Hashomer Hospital outside of Tel Aviv, Boris shared his miraculous story with me. Is there really intervention from the upper worlds?

Holy Music: Likutei Moharan I, Torah 3

Thu, 20 Jun 2024 22:05:15 +0200

Everything our soul ingests affects our spirituality. We pay much attention to the kashruth of food because of its effect on the soul. Music penetrates our souls much faster than food does. For that reason, Rebbe Nachman stresses that a person must listen to music of upright musicians.

The Menorah: Psalms 66-67

Wed, 19 Jun 2024 22:44:27 +0200

Psalm 67 resembles the 7-branched menorah of the Holy Temple. When we recite it, we kindle our souls. King Solomon said, "Hashem's candle is the human soul" (Proverbs 20:27). Therefore, kindling our souls is tantamount to lighting the actual menorah of the Holy Temple. This is only one of the many spiritual powers of these two psalms, which King David wrote for all of mankind.

Human or Horse?

Mon, 17 Jun 2024 06:28:00 +0200

Don't let society tell you that the important things in life are the curves in your figure or your six-pack abs. Health is important, but a healthy body is not everything. Most horses are much healthier than we are and stronger too. So what makes us any better than a horse?

Ruth and the Secret of Moshiach

Sun, 09 Jun 2024 09:48:00 +0200

The "Dark Side" does everything in its power to prevent the coming of Moshiach. The Book of Ruth shows the extent that Hashem outmanuevers the forces of evil. Moshiach will come suddenly, in the most surprising of circumstances.

Your Own Melody: "Azamra", Likutei Moharan 282

Thu, 06 Jun 2024 22:40:02 +0200

Each good point within you, every mitzva and good deed you do is like a musical note. These notes come together to created exquisite niggunim, your own beautiful melodies. Today's lesson is a time-tested lifesaver from sadness and depression. In positive terms, it's Rebbe Nachman's master key to happiness.

The Thirsty Soul: Psalms 63-65

Wed, 05 Jun 2024 22:12:17 +0200

In the face of peril, King David yearns to be constantly closer to Hashem. He delights in the thought of the Holy Temple and foresees the future of his offspring. He sees that his descendent, the Prophet Daniel, will be facing identical dangers that he faced. King David not only prays for Daniel, but for each of us as well.

Azamra: Likutei Moharan I:282

Thu, 30 May 2024 22:07:52 +0200

The Torah commands us to judge everyone fairly. Even if a person is seemingly evil, we can always find some good quality if we look hard enough. Likewise, we must search for the good points within ourselves. Our good points are like musical notes. When they come together, they create beautiful melodies.

The Tranquil Soul: Psalms 60-62

Wed, 29 May 2024 22:20:19 +0200

Despite no respite from both internal and external enemies, King David succeeds in maintaining a tranquil soul. What is his secret?

Hashem Loves You

Wed, 29 May 2024 04:12:00 +0200

Did you ever stop and ponder Hashem's magnificent creation of Planet Earth, with all its wonders like the Northern Lights, the Grand Canyon, Niagara Falls and much more? That vast Planet Earth of ours is only a miniscule part of the solar system, and only one-millionth the size of the sun. Yet, our entire solar system is like a grain of sand within the Milky Way Galaxy, which in turn is like a fleck of dust within the vast super-galaxies that extend beyond our imagination. Now stop and think: Hashem momentarily turns aside from His entire vast universe to create a rain drop, make a flower blossom and help a newborn chick hatch out of the egg. Imagine what He does to perfectly direct every tiny facet of our lives in mind-boggling Divine Providence. Why? Because He loves you so very much, more than you can ever imagine.

The Power of Rebbe Shimon

Sun, 26 May 2024 05:38:00 +0200

The first 32 days of the Omer obligate us to curtail joy and joyous occasions. Then comes the 33rd day, 18 Iyar, the anniversary (yahrtzeit) of Rebbe Shimon Bar Yochai's departure from the physical world. Everything turns completely around with singing, dancing, rejoicing and festive meals. What's behind all this?

Clean Green

Fri, 24 May 2024 02:00:00 +0200

An adequate income doesn't depend on how much money you make; it depends on the quality of the money you make. Today's podcast is the key to all the money you need.

Learning to Walk: Likutei Moharan II, Torah 48

Thu, 23 May 2024 22:00:40 +0200

When newcomers enter in to the service of Hashem, it looks like Hashem is pushing them away. They're hit with all kinds of problems that they never had before? Why?

Escape from Darkness: Psalms 57-59

Wed, 22 May 2024 22:47:09 +0200

King David suffered unspeakable emotional and physical hardships. These included imminent death in captivity on more occasions than one. Prophetically, he felt our pain and wrote these Psalms for us too.

Purifying the Heart - Likutei Moharan I:156

Thu, 16 May 2024 22:26:31 +0200

The heart has a spiritual self-cleaning mechanism that is capable of cleansing it from all forms of impurity. Rebbe Nachman teaches us how to activate it.

Wings of a Dove: Psalms 54-56

Wed, 15 May 2024 22:35:50 +0200

Sometimes our troubles are so tormenting that we'd be happy to sprout wings like a dove and just fly away to a place of peace. King David felt exactly like that when he had no rest from enemies, both foreign and domestic. Prophetically, he felt our pain and wrote these Psalms for us too.

The Gaza War: No End in Sight?

Tue, 14 May 2024 21:26:29 +0200

There are those who claim, and seemingly rightfully so, that the Gaza War would have been over in 8 weeks, were it not for the interference of the Biden administration. Biden and Blinken forced Israel to enable the so-called "humanitarian aid" that enabled Hamas to recover from a near knockout. That may sound logical, but it contradicts the truth of emuna. Emuna tells us that everything is from Hashem, and that includes the Biden administration and Hamas. As such, today's broadcast helps us understand the emuna message of current events.

The Beauty of Simplicity: Likutei Moharan II, Torah 19

Thu, 09 May 2024 22:54:30 +0200

The closest distance between two points is a straight line. In spirituality, straightness means simplicity and honest innocence. The two traits, which are really one, makes a person beautiful. They also create the closest distance between the person and the Creator.

Renewal of the Spirit: Psalms 51-53

Wed, 08 May 2024 22:13:24 +0200

Confessing one's wrongdoings to the Almighty does more than merely cleansing one's soul. It rejuvenates the spirit. A rejuvenated spirit is a healthy spirit, and a healthy spirit is a happy spirit.