The Master Gardener of the universe takes pride in everything about you.

Speech Connections: How our words trigger an energy flow into G-d’s words

The daughter of Bondi hero Reuven Morrison, Sheina Gutnick tells about her miraculous birth, how her father lived with joy and faith, and how she's become a fearless warrior against antisemitism and misinformation.

Torah is replete with references about the special connection of the Jewish people to the Land of Israel. Yet Rashi, the foremost commentator of Torah, sees it in the very first words of the book of Genesis: “In the beginning G-d created the heavens and the Earth.”

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

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

A virtuous heroine. A wicked villain. It’s the ancient, true story of Queen Esther, brought vividly to life in a delightfully educational way.

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

Eli and Ezzy wonder what life would be like if they were still slaves in Egypt.

Take an exciting trip back in time to the court of King Ahasuerus and his beautiful Jewish wife Queen Esther as you watch the dramatic story of the Jewish victory over Persian persecution. (Please be advised this video may be too graphic for younger kids.)

Study the daily lesson of Sefer HaMitzvos for day 251 with Rabbi Mendel Kaplan, where he teaches the mitzvah in-depth with added insight and detail.

A fascinating look at the passage in Pirkei Avot on why Hashem spoke ten sentences to create the world, instead of just one. The mishnah’s explanation seems mysteriously negative. Also, why no mention of the Ten Commandments in the list of special tens.

A young bride and groom...A noble spirit...A show of true love...And acts of absolute beauty. How do you define "beauty"?

How to perform the havdalah ceremony at the conclusion of Shabbat and festivals.

Experience the story of Chanukah as it comes alive in this real life presentation. This production from the Jewish Children’s Museum was performed live on Chanukah in 2006.

Topics include: Noah's reincarnation as Moses, the Tower of Babel, Abraham and Sarah as the source of the souls of future converts.

While Jono is looking for a new adventure, Itche realizes that his Synagogue is deteriorating. Hilarity ensues.

The famous story from the Midrash about how Abraham destroyed the idols in his father's shop. An excerpt from the full DVD “Young Abraham”.

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

Get the quick version of the parshah with a touch of commentary and a dash of humor.

Understanding the process of Jewish conversion on five levels.

Too cute for words. Watch a group of 5 year-olds re-enact this drama of struggle and redemption, the story of Chanukah.

Learn the mystical dimension of the Jewish month embedded in its Hebrew name, mazal, tribe, attribute and more. The Hebrew zodiac for Cheshvan is “akrav” (scorpion), a.k.a. Scorpio.

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

How do rainbows work, and how do you get to be one?

Ever wonder what a rainbow really is? Here's what the rainbow teaches us about making our world a better, more colorful place.

Topics include: Noah's reincarnation as Moses, the Tower of Babel, Abraham and Sarah as the source of the souls of future converts.

How to build a sanctum of time and space to protect you from the floodwaters of an overwhelming life.

Get the quick version of the parshah with a touch of commentary and a dash of humor.

With the Great Flood the Almighty returned the world to its original state when "the spirit of God hovered above the waters". In analyzing a fascinating passage from the Midrash (Bereishis Rabbah 5:1) that speaks of 'mute inhabitants' and 'intellectual inhabitants', this class addresses one of life's big questions and offers a surprisingly refreshing answer. (Based on the Maamor Bereishis Boro 5727)

This commandment was addressed to both Adam and again to Noah and his offspring. More than just a repetition of a previous obligation, G-d reveals to Noah the extraordinary virtue of bearing many children. An analysis of Maimonides' treatment of the obligation to populate the world. (Likutei Sichos vol. 30)

Some of the sages say that “Noah was righteous in his generation” means that if Noah had lived in another generation, he would not have been considered so righteous. The Zohar compares the generation of Noah to those of Abraham, Moses and King David.

The life of Noah raises questions of how to address the moral failings of others, from zealous extremism on one hand to insularism and apathy on the other.

Rabbi Gordon shares inspirational Torah insights on the weekly Torah portion with practical life lessons.

The words "order the animals to leave the Ark" (Genesis 8:17) are written as if pronounced "forcibly remove the animals from the Ark." Why was it so difficult to leave the Ark and what can we learn from this about bringing holiness into our daily lives?

Why G-d wanted Noah to make a public spectacle by building an ark all by himself. Understanding the verse "Make for yourself an ark..." (Genesis 6:14) and how Noah, as righteous as he was, failed as a spiritual leader.

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

The parsha of Noach contains 153 verses and the mnemonic are the names Bezalel and Avi Yiskah Lot. Explore the coded message in the mnemonic and its connection to the general themes of the parshah.

A deeper analysis of the Torah narrative of the animals being saved with Noach and his family in the ark offers a fascinating discovery into the mysterious phenomena of the phoenix bird.

Opening with fascinating messaging and deeper symbolism, this colourful rumination on the heavenly arc, moves on to address fundamental questions, like how a natural phenomenon is construed as paranormal. A vibrant spectrum of diverse opinions and teachings why the rainbow can serve as G-d’s eternal symbol are presented, clarifying how it confirmed G-d’s covenant with humanity and opening a broader prism of understanding about the proverbial flood’s purpose and ultimate impact.

Discover the mystical dimension of the Great Flood and the story of Noach from the teachings of Chassidus.

A closer look at the two interpretations of Rashi on the lighting in the Ark. (Likutei Sichos vol. 10, Noach sicha 1)

Following the great flood, G-d showed a rainbow as a sign that He won’t drown the world again with a flood. Is the beautiful rainbow a positive or negative symbol?

When life is rushing by leaving you with an endless to do list, when you feel swamped with the demands of life, how can you cope?

The Hebrew term for the flood, Mabul, is related to the word bilbul, which means confusion. The story of Noach shows us how to confront challenging confusion in our lives.

Imagine yourself witnessing the moral decay of the world around you. Do you try to save the world against all odds, or do you save yourself? Who was Noah? Was he simply a decent man relative to the corrupt society in which he lived or a great man in his own right? Why was it necessary to wipe out everything, and why would a merciful G-d destroy the world He created? And why with a flood when He could have just made it all disappear? The answers will lead us to discover what makes a healthy civilization tick, and how to use that wisdom to uplift ourselves and humanity as a whole.

In the ark, Noah focused entirely on serving his Creator. After the great flood, G-d commanded Noah, “Go out from the Teivah—the ark.” He was commanded to leave this ideal environment and reenter the world.

Our lives are full of problems and challenges. How do we respond? We can point out the problem, better yet, offer a solution; or be one of those rare people who takes responsibility and works the solution. Gain insight and motivation into becoming a solver, learning why we already have the ability inside us.

Why G-d praises Noah specifically right before the flood.

A nation that can mourn together is a nation that can celebrate together. A lesson from Noah’s family life in the Ark.

Watch a reenactment of the Chanukah (Hanukkah) story, visit a candle making factory, learn how to fry latkes and so much more…

Too cute for words. Watch a group of 5 year-olds re-enact this drama of struggle and redemption, the story of Chanukah.

Rabbi Kadoozy and friends are ready for the menorah lighting. But when Jono decides to become a super hero, they may be in for the funniest Chanukah ever...

The Chanukah battle and victory were immortalized by the Sages. The candles evoke the memory of the small group of Jews who fought those who had opposed the Torah. Today, we each battle our own evil inclination as well. Our victories, as well, will be eternally remembered. Our current mission and battle is for the coming of Moshiach, as we request three times a day during prayer. Although we only request his coming three times a day, we yearn for him “all day”!

A morning sun rises in fiery splendor; a newborn baby enters the world. We witness miracles everyday and may sometimes take them for granted.

A brief review of the story and practices of the festival of Chanukah

Jono enters a donut eating contest, Gefilte Fish orders two thousand plastic dreidels from China and Rabbi Kadoozy gets a permit for a menorah lighting.

A rabbi, a college student, and a gefilte fish share their feelings about chanukah.

Rabbi Kadoozy works on finding a way out of prison, Jono trains for his donut eating contest, and Gefilte Fish tries to sell his exploding dreidels to the government.

The action packed conclusion of the Itche Kadoozy Show Chanukah Mini-Series! Hilarity Ensues.

A little light chases away a lot of darkness.

Discover the importance of the menorah and how, when and where to light it.

A short overview of the story of Chanukah and its special traditions.

When a Jew celebrates Chanukah, he may be confronted: “You Jews are so few compared to the nations of the world. Yet you hold fast to your customs and commandments, ignoring what the billions of non-Jews around you think and do… Wherein lies your strength to stand in the face of such odds?”

The story of the stubborn little flame that refused to be extinguished. And the story of you and I . . .

It was the phrase that kept our hopes alive during history's harshest times...

Live coverage of the breaking news story of Chanukah as it unfolds minute by minute.

Inspirational speaker, Charlie Harary, shares his personal take on one of the lessons to be learned from the story of Chanukah.

Chanukah reminds every Jew that it is G-d’s eternal mandate to carry the torch of His “Mitzvah-candle and Torah-light.” With most Mitzvos, the “candle” and “light” are not physically visible. But with the Chanukah candles we see how fulfilling the Mitzvah creates actual physical light that illuminates all one’s surroundings.

Simple-to-follow instructions on how to do the mitzvah of lighting the menorah on Chanukah.

The name Chanukah itself contains many hints to the deeper meaning of the festival.

The Jews' devotion to maintaining their spiritual freedom can only be described as supernatural. What gives us this miraculous strength?

How rabbinical commandments -- like lighting the Chanukah menorah -- derive their power from the Biblical injunction (Deuteronomy 17:11) "According to the law they [the Sages] instruct you... you shall not divert... either right or left."

In the verse "Pharaoh dreamed..." (Genesis 41:1) the word "dreamed" (cholem) can also be read as the name of the Hebrew vowel cholem or rearranged to spell the word "salt" (melach). What is the connection between dreams and Chanukah?

The House of Shammai says: “On the first day of Chanukah, one lights eight lights; from here on, one progressively decreases.” The House of Hillel says: “On the first day, one lights a single light; from here on, one progressively increases.” (Talmud, Shabbat 21b)

The first letter of the word Chanukah is the eighth letter of the Hebrew alphabet "chet." What secrets are contained within the shape and numerical value of the letter "chet" that can teach us about the meaning of Chanukah?

Children participate in a hands-on demonstration of how to make olive oil to light the menorah on Chanukah. A workshop by Rabbi Michoel Albukerk from Tzivos Hashem Crafts Workshops

Among the early Talmudic commentaries, there are two opinions about the chronology of events commemorated on Chanukah. One says that the war was won on the 24th of Kislev and that the first day of Chanukah, the 25th of Kislev, is the anniversary of the first day of peace. The other says that on one day, the 25th of Kislev, the Maccabees both won the war and rededicated the Temple.

Abuse drove Danit to the edge. A bad relationship led her to a Passover Seder, where she discovered Judaism and a healthy relationship with G-d and herself.

Why don't we celebrate Simchas Torah at the time the Torah was given? Where do we see the special message of Simchas Torah in the parsha of VeZos HaBerachah?

Did Hashem create the world with wicked people in mind? Examine the Mishnah on why the world was created with ten utterances.

A fascinating look at the passage in Pirkei Avot on why Hashem spoke ten sentences to create the world, instead of just one. The mishnah’s explanation seems mysteriously negative. Also, why no mention of the Ten Commandments in the list of special tens.

Did Hashem create the world complete or are we meant to perfect it. There are two conflicting Midrashim on this question, learn a profound insight that beautifully reconciles them.

Chabad chassidim are very careful in observing mitzvahs and even customs, as evident with eating in the sukkah, yet we don’t sleep in a sukkah.

A cute overview of the holiday of Sukkot, a joyous festival where we sit in the Sukkah and take the Lulav and Etrog.

A cute overview of the holiest day of the year, Yom Kippur, the Day of Atonement.

Does Yom Kippur require teshuvah to achieve atonement? Explore Rambam’s distinction between the goat sent to Azazel and the 'essence of the day.

Five days after Yom Kippur, we shift gear and go outside to be in a flimsy hut called a sukkah—characterized by a state of complete joy. Learn all about the holiday of Sukkot.

If you feel spiritually inadequate, the Aseres Yemei Teshuvah are for you.

How seeing a vision of the Beis Hamikdash before Tisha B'Av can fundamentally change how we connect to Hashem. A closer look at the metaphor of a garment to represent the home of Hashem.

Anyone who chooses can attain the crown of Torah. Analyze the words of Rambam on the superiority of the crown of Torah to discover what it’s really about.

Once a year, Jews stop everything: no eating, no drinking, no work and no worldly distractions. The day can feel very serious, and yet, Yom Kippur has an element of joy. Learn all about this holy Jewish holiday.

Uncovering the story behind Moshe’s special donkey, the same one used by Avraham and eventually Moshiach himself.

To understand the secret of prayer, we must take a close look at the Tefillah of Chanah. The power of prayer is that it creates radically new realities.

A short and sweet video on how to do Rosh Hashanah, the Jewish New Year.

You may know what the last two mitzvos of the Torah are, but do you know why they were chosen to be the last two?

We serve Hashem in two distinct ways, both encapsulated in the essence of Rosh Hashanah. These two models are reflected in Nitzavim and Vayelech.

Join us for a special lecture by Rabbi Yaakov Raskin of Chabad of Jamaica, who will masterfully introduce us to the unique Jewish year of 5787 with Rosh Hashanah being on Shabbat. Prepare to be inspired, and most importantly, be ready to celebrate the new

The Master Gardener of the universe takes pride in everything about you.

Watch a cute video and see what a mezuzah is all about.

John Corre details the biographies of Benjamin Disraeli and Sir Moses Montefiore and notes some overlaps and similarities in their respective stories.

Ferziger discusses modern Israel's land scarcity issue with regards to burial and a proposed solution called likkut atzamot which echos ancient Jewish burial customs.

Dr. Sher discusses the history of the Rylands library, the various collections of Jewish documents contained there, and iconic jewish manuscripts that can be found there.

Do we know how to fully give gratitude? We can learn it from the mitzvah of Bikurim, the first fruit. Unpack the view of the Sifri vs. the approach of the Talmud. There are two ways to show gratitude to Hashem.

Why even the tiniest crack in a stone of the Beis Hamikdash is a massive problem. A detailed analysis of Rambam on these laws of the Beis Hamikdash.

Celebrating the Jewish children of Australia and their incredible Torah knowledge!

Compare and contrast the various types of forbidden mixtures, and discover how and why Shatnez is different.

Is Hashem in breach of his own mitzvah of paying your workers as soon as they complete their work? When we do a mitzvah should we be rewarded immediately?