The Development and Evolution of the Shiur of a Gris
1 Jan 1h 3min
Kitnios - It's origins, inclusivity, and controversy
When did the minhag of Kitnios begin and how did it start? Is it just a minhag or a gezaira? What is included in Kitnios? These are some of the numerous questions which are answered in this special s...
1 Maj 202452min
19th Century German Jewry - The Buildup - Part1
The 18th century was a period of great upheaval as the reigns of ancient monarchies were cast off Europe's growing population. It was at this point that the basic tenants of religion were questioned l...
7 Mars 202436min
Medrashim: Ancient Works or Modern Compilations? Rabbi Hellmann - Achsanya Shel Torah
Medrashim are fundamental texts in Judaism. However, many of these works have unknown or even questionable origins. Are all Medrashim created equal? In this episode, Rabbi Hellmann provides a general ...
15 Feb 202419min
The Eiruv in Schwabach - Rabbi Hellmann - Achsanya Shel Torah
A small city in southern Germany became the topic of discussion due to a shortened pole in the Eiruv. Listen to the incredible history of this city and the surrounding region as well as some of the gr...
25 Jan 202424min
Who Authored Tosfos?
A question everyone who learns Gemara asks: Who Authored Tosfos? Listen to the latest podcast as we explore the origins of the Tosfos Yeshivos, specifically the school of Rabbeinu Yitzchak Hazakein i...
4 Jan 202419min
Dovid Hamelech of Prague
Dovid Hamelech of Prague refers to Rav Dovid Oppenheim who served as the Chief Rabbi of Moravia and later of Prague. Rav Oppenheim amassed one of the largest collections of Jewish books and manuscript...
27 Okt 202322min
Podcast: Kabbala in the Black Mountians
The school of Rebbi Yehuda Hachassid introduced the kabbalistic approach to Southern Germany. Following generations continued to develop these teachings, integrating the ideas of Lurianic Kabbala as w...
8 Sep 202321min
