The Simple Soul: The essence of the soul vs. the soul’s faculties

Unpack layers of Biblical and rabbinic text to understand the inner mechanics of this sometimes-overlooked but super-important holiday.

Rabbi Kravits shares how he almost fell prey to missionaries in college and how he devoted his life's work to equipping Jews with the knowledge and confidence they need to stand up for their faith.

Miri and Meni embark on an after-bedtime journey through the universe to discover that there is only G-d.

Some parts of Torah cannot be explained. This helps explain the insatiable desire to study more and more Torah.

Experience the miraculous exodus of the Jewish people out of the mighty Egyptian empire—in a unique, fun-filled (and educational) style!

When we realize the importance of our individual roles, we are empowered to tackle and transform our personal wildnerness.

A taste of Shazak Parsha, where the weekly Torah portion comes alive! Geared for kids... Great for adults!

Ever feel like you don’t know enough Torah to teach anyone? Rabban Yochanan ben Zakkai saw it differently: If you know even one line more than someone else, you already have something the world needs. Through his dramatic escape from Jerusalem and his vision of Jewish survival, this class reframes Torah learning as a responsibility, not a personal achievement. Teaching even a little becomes an act of courage, continuity, and spiritual rescue.

Study the daily lesson of Sefer HaMitzvos for day 98 with Rabbi Mendel Kaplan, where he teaches the mitzvah in-depth with added insight and detail.

Join Eli, Ezzy and Dina on a quest around the universe

Sarah and Avi find a letter “mem,” and help him find a mitzvah that starts with the letter “mem.”

Topics include: How the census of the Jewish people teaches us about the power of speech, the commandment for the Levites to guard the Holy Temple, why Torah was given in a barren desert.

There are so many things to do on Passover and Rabbi B wants to know what you like best. The Matzah? Grape Juice? Four Questions? Come along with Rabbi B and lets see how many things we love about Pesach.

Learn how to turn a roll of duct tape into a beautiful rose for the holiday of Shavuot.

Itche and Jono ride through the desert on goats. Why? Watch the video and find out . . .

Discover how Torah classes given more than a decade ago continue to enrich lives and touch souls.

The Torah addresses the logical question of how will we have food, if we observe Shemitah and don’t work or harvest the field that year. What’s curious is where in the Torah this question is raised.

Feel the rhythm…hear the beat….and let your spirit get you jumping on your feet! Get ready to sing, dance and exercise together with Mendy and his friends in this exhilarating animated workout video for the whole family.

Learn the basics of which foods are kosher, how to shop for kosher foods and keep a kosher kitchen, and why this mitzvah is so important.

In May 1939 the cruise ship S.S. St Louis sailed from Hamburg for Cuba with some 980 Jewish passengers fleeing from Nazi persecution. When Cuba refused them entry the ship went on to Florida, but the US government too refused them entry.

When we realize the importance of our individual roles, we are empowered to tackle and transform our personal wildnerness.

A taste of Shazak Parsha, where the weekly Torah portion comes alive! Geared for kids... Great for adults!

Itche and Jono ride through the desert on goats. Why? Watch the video and find out . . .

The obvious coefficient of Jewish identity is peoplehood. And yet the Jewish people cannot be defined without reference to the family.

Most of us like to express our individuality. And yet, when given autonomy, many of us feel a need to belong. How can we reconcile both these needs?

Topics include: How the census of the Jewish people teaches us about the power of speech, the commandment for the Levites to guard the Holy Temple, why Torah was given in a barren desert.

How to tackle times of emotional or spiritual desolation.

In this portion, Moses takes a census of the Jewish people without directly counting any of them. Why do we not count each other directly and what are the practical applications for this mitzvah today?

You may already know that the giving of the Torah -- which we celebrate on the holiday of Shavuot -- took place at Sinai. But what is Sinai? The Torah speaks of a wilderness called Sinai as well as a mountain by the same name. What is the difference between the desert and the mountain? And how does that shape our understanding of what happened there years ago?

In the census of the Jewish people, Moses counted all men eligible for military conscription, that is all who were twenty years of age and older. Why then did a separate census of the Tribe of Levi include even babies from 30 days and up?

Learn the profound connections between the weekly parsha and its related Haftorah.

Unlike the beginnings of other religions, the giving of the Torah at Mount Sinai was experience by an entire people.

The name of the fourth book of thhe Torah is Bamidbar, which means ‘desert’. Why such a peculiar name?

The counting of the Levites teaches us a powerful lesson in parenting.

After the general census of the Jewish people, Moses takes a separate census of the tribe of Levi, including the family of Aaron the high priest. In the verse (Numbers 3:39) “All the countings of the Levites that Moses and Aaron counted,” the word “ve-Aharon” (and Aaron) has five dots above it. One explanation of these dots is that they tell us that Aaron himself was not counted in the census of the rest of his tribe. What makes Aaron unique?

Study some of the highlights of the weekly Torah portion with insights from various commentaries.

In the desert, G-d tells the Jewish people to camp around the Mishkan sanctuary – not too close, but not too far. This carries an important lesson about how a Jew should live his or her life.

Rashi identifies two key roles that the tribe of Levi played in the Sanctuary. The Rebbe extracts an empowering life-lesson for us from this teaching. Learning Likutei Sichos vol. 13, Bamidbar (sicha 2)

The formation of the twelve tribes, divided into four camps surrounding the Tabernacle, represent the four keys for balanced living.

By examining Rashi’s interpretation of the Kohen’s responsibility to safeguard his Kehunah (priesthood), we discover how spiritual health requires appropriate boundaries.

Understanding Rashi’s commentary on the participation of the tribal leaders in counting the nation. A lesson on how each of us has unique qualities, and how that's what makes our nation whole.

Rashi offers insight into how Aharon’s sons are considered Moshe’s children. Discover the power of teaching, how you become someone's spiritual parent.

The Leviim were charged with ensuring the boundaries were kept so no Israelite enters the Sanctuary. Learn two dimensions to this responsibility, and how healthy boundaries produce healthy societies.

In interpreting the verse in the Song of Songs, "If only you would be to me a brother", our Sages differ as to whether our request of G-d is to treat us as Yosef treated his brothers who had sold him or as Yosef treated his innocent younger brother Binyamin. This class will reconcile the two views and in so doing will address the contrasting virtues of the righteous (tzadik) and the penitent (baal teshuvah) and where they ultimately converge. (Based on the maamar "Kedoshim Tiheyu" Sefer Mamorim Toras Menachem vol. 3 p. 249)

Be inspired with these exciting videos on Shavuot and the Giving of the Torah

The historical completion of the first sefer Torah ever written -- in its entirety -- in the state of Florida ...with a personal statement from Governor Jeb Bush of Florida

The Torah is more than a history book. It is G-d’s instructions to humanity. It tells us how to maximize our potential on this earth.

“G-d desired to bring merit upon the Jewish people; therefore He gave them Torah and Mitzvos in abundance.” G-d is certain that we will use the great opportunity He offers us to make Him proud. Thus laden with a treasure-load of good deeds, good words and good thoughts, we prepare ourselves to receive the Torah—in all its richness—on Shavuos.

A short overview of the customs and meaning of the holiday of Shavuot, celebrating the giving of the Torah.

The Mitzvah ATM is about to dispense the Torah in honor of the holiday of Shavuot. One snag, though: It wants trustworthy guarantors...

Jono speaks to the American people about his "Moses '08" presidential campaign, which was first introduced in the Tzivos Hashem Kids! Magazine.

Join Eli, Ezzy and Dina on a quest around the universe

You may already know that the giving of the Torah -- which we celebrate on the holiday of Shavuot -- took place at Sinai. But what is Sinai? The Torah speaks of a wilderness called Sinai as well as a mountain by the same name. What is the difference between the desert and the mountain? And how does that shape our understanding of what happened there years ago?

An overview of some the unique customs associated with the holiday of Shavuot, along with their practical reasons and spiritual explanations.

You may already know that the giving of the Torah -- which we celebrate on the holiday of Shavuot -- took place at Sinai. But what is Sinai? The Torah speaks of a wilderness called Sinai as well as a mountain by the same name. What is the difference between the desert and the mountain? And how does that shape our understanding of what happened there years ago?

A lively discussion of what happened at Mount Sinai when G-d gave the Torah to the Jews. In American Sign Language.

Ask any child what we celebrate on Shavuot, and the obvious answer is the giving of the Torah at Sinai; yet the Torah makes no mention of it. How do we make sense of this glaring omission?

Study the daily lesson of Sefer HaMitzvos for day 52 with Rabbi Mendel Kaplan, where he teaches the mitzvah in-depth with added insight and detail.

The Jewish people studied Torah and observed its precepts long before they actually became obligated in them at Sinai. Moreover, the Ten Commandments were composed largely of laws already commanded to the non-Jewish world. What, then, was so important about the giving of the Torah at Sinai?

In the Talmud, there is a dispute between the sages as to what date the Torah was given at Sinai. According to one opinion, Moses added an extra day of preparation before the giving of the Torah. How could Moses depart from G-d's timeline?

At the Giving of the Torah, G-d’s voice was heard throughout all of creation proclaiming, “I am the L-rd your G-d Who took you out of Egypt.” Is this really G-d’s greatest accomplishment? Why didn’t He say, “I have created heaven and earth?”

“On the second day Netanel Ben Tzuar, the prince of Yissachar, offered. He offered his sacrifice ." (Numbers 7:18-19) Why is the word "offered" (hikriv) written twice? Also, why in the second time it's written is it missing a yud? Discover the connection between the missing yud and the holiday of Shavuot which celebrates the giving of the Torah.

Why Ezekiel’s vision of the “divine chariot” is the chosen haftorah reading on Shavuos, when it would appear that other scriptural passages that refer directly to the giving of the Torah would make a more appropriate choice, inasmuch as Ezekiel makes no such reference at all! (Based on Likkutei Sichos, vol. 33, p. 18.)

Study some of the highlights of the weekly Torah portion with insights from various commentaries.

Shavuos celebrates the Giving of the Torah at Sinai. Jews in every generation gather to hear the reading of the Ten Commandments, for on this day they receive renewed strength in their mission to brighten G-d’s world.

Many claim to know what happened millions of years ago. Yet regarding what took place only over 3320 years ago, the giving of the Torah by G‑d, doubt is raised. If you’re in doubt, here’s something to consider.

Study some of the highlights of the weekly Torah portion with insights from various commentaries.

A series of classes on the “Ten Commandments” that were given to the Jewish people at Sinai. Each class focuses on one of the “Ten Commandments.”

The Torah was given to us through Moshe, G-d's most faithful servant. And every single Jew, boy or girl, inherits the torah for himself or herself. Whether they have studied Torah for years, or only know a very little bit, it is their inheritance - to learn and to keep, the very nicest present that G-d gave.

Torah tells our parents: "Daddy, Mommy teach ME to your children! I want them to know MY holy words!" We should tell our parents too: "Daddy, Mommy, wouldn't you like to do the greatest and best thing of all for me? Then please teach me Torah.

Rabbi Kravits shares how he almost fell prey to missionaries in college and how he devoted his life's work to equipping Jews with the knowledge and confidence they need to stand up for their faith.

The Torah addresses the logical question of how will we have food, if we observe Shemitah and don’t work or harvest the field that year. What’s curious is where in the Torah this question is raised.

Miri and Meni embark on an after-bedtime journey through the universe to discover that there is only G-d.

Watch this cute short on the basics of Lag B’Omer.

Explaining three paradigms behind a law concerning using the new crop for a Mincha offering, teaches that you can't move ahead spiritually before you discipline your inner animal, and yet as we mature in our spiritual development the prerequisites shift.

People mean well. That doesn't mean their advice is right.

A deeper look at why the Rambam in sefer Zemanim deviates from the chronological order of the festival, sheds light on how Yom Tov is relevant and powerful every day, not only on the date it appears on the calendar.

Rabbi Glauberman discusses various complications in determining the weekly Parsha in the Persian period.

Rabbi Brackman presents a talk of the Lubavitcher Rebbe explaining Rashi’s commentary on a verse in Proverbs 15:15.

What is the Torah’s message in ‘Emor’, which simply means to say and speak? It sounds quite generic, yet the instruction is powerful.

Rabbi Reiss provides fascinating background and insight into the famous Purim poem, "Shoshanat Yakov".

The Rambam teaches that honesty in weights and measures is associated with acknowledging the Exodus from Egypt. Don't let your standards slip, even if you think it won't harm anyone else.

Rashi teaches us that bad advice isn't what you think. Here's how to avoid it.

What separates casual dating from a relationship built for marriage? In this episode, we sit down with Mrs. Manya Lazaroff, Co-Director of Chabad TAMU (Texas A&M University) and a public speaker on sober intentional dating, to explore how to evaluate pote

Three things have to happen for food to become impure. They teach us three things about keeping ourselves spiritually safe.

You'd think the more religious you are, the more spiritually protected you are. It's not that simple. Learn the conditions for both susceptibility to impure negative forces and the proper protection against them. (Based on Likkutei Sichos vol. 27, Shemini

The month of Iyar is a time of extraordinary healing both materially and spiritually.

Watch this cute short on the very basics of the holiday of Passover.

Why does the Torah detail tzaraas of houses separately from the other types of tzaraas, namely those on the body and clothing? Uncover how the darkest impurity holds the key to the highest blessings.

Analysis of the Rambam’s rulings regarding the rich or poor pledging another’s metzora sacrifice. This will demonstrate how when you stretch yourself to help someone else, your whole reality is upgraded.

Is tzaraas on the head of fundamentally different from tzaraas on the skin? Two perspectives on what spiritual maladies can cause tzaraas.

Rabbi Steinberg presents an extensive overview of the ethical and halachic considerations with regards to euthanasia and physician assisted suicide. He concludes with the proposal to differentiate between allowing the withholding of treatment for terminal

You might think this additional prayer during Nissan is tokenism. It's actually one of the most profound Jewish teachings/experiences.

A closer look at Rashi’s commentary that Moshe served wearing a white cloak, during the seven days of inaugurating the Mishkan.

In this episode of Torah Unboxed, we’re diving into the Passover Haggadah, the book that guides the Seder night. We’ll explore what the Haggadah is and look at several English editions that can help bring the story of the Exodus and its message of freedom

There’s a juxtaposition between the constant flame of the altar and of the menorah. The way these different flames complement each other, provides insight into the interplay of spiritual inspiration and practical actions.

Watch a live broadcast of the CKids JewQ Championship, a celebration of Jewish children and the Torah, where finalists of Chabad Hebrew Schools from around the globe will face off to test their mastery of Jewish knowledge in a game show.