Jewish Wisdom

Dec 02 2024 10 ep. 6 mins 4

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In the Jewish Wisdom podcast, Rabbi Arnie Singer shares authentic Jewish teachings, insights and advice for better living based on the Torah, Bible, Talmud, Kabbalah and Jewish mysticism. Included in the podcast are episodes on the Parsha, the weekly Torah portion. The insights and lessons you'll get by listening to this podcast will uplift and inspire you, and help you live a happier and more productive life. This podcast is suitable for people of all faiths who are interested in learning Jewish wisdom and concepts in Judaism.

Rabbi Arnie Singer is an Orthodox rabbi, whose teachings are based on traditional Jewish sources and learning methodology. He is the author of several books (available on Amazon) including "Deep Waters: Insights into the Torah and Jewish Holidays", "The Outsider's Guide to Orthodox Judaism", and "Goodbye, Mom: A Memoir of Prayer, Jewish Mourning and Healing".

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Parshat Toldot – The Tears of Angels

Dec 02 2024 6 mins

In Parshat Toldot, we learn that Yitzchak became blind in his old age. Rashi cites three explanations from the Midrash and Talmud as to why this happened. One explanation is that Esav’s wives burned incense to idols, and the smoke from that idolatry caused Yitzchak’s blindness. This great tzaddik could not tolerate such tumah—such impurity. The second explanation is that Yitz

Parshat Tezaveh – The Priestly Garments

Feb 27 2024 8 mins

In Parsha Tetzaveh, the Torah commands us to create clothing, special clothing, for Aaron and his sons, for the Kohanim. And the Torah says the reason for that clothing is l’kavod, for honor, or litifaret, and for beauty. Now, there’s no other mitzvah in the Torah that requires wearing special garments other than the garments of the Kohanim, the priestly garments. So w

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Sep 13 2022 3 mins

A special Chassidic story that teaches us an important lesson in how to prepare ourselves for Rosh Hashanah, the Day of Judgement.

A Life Lesson from Devarim

Aug 18 2022 6 mins

The Book of Devarim teaches us a very important life lesson about overcoming challenges and obstacles. Devarim is different than the other five books of the torah because it is a monologue spoken by Moses during the last few days of his life, while the Jewish People were camped in the Plains of Moab on the eastern side of the Jordan River across of Jericho. In this book Moses expla

Commemorating a Yartzeit [A Brief Insight]

Jul 19 2022 4 mins

A Yartzeit is the yearly anniversary (on the Hebrew calendar) of a person’s death. The day is commemorated by the recitation of the Kaddish prayer by the children of the deceased, and by giving charity, performing good deeds and studying Torah. We commemorate the Yartzeits of parents, spouses, family members and great spiritual leaders. As today, the 18th of Tammuz, is the Ya

Modeh Ani – The Jewish prayer of thanks first thing in the morning

Jul 17 2022 7 mins

The first prayer in the Jewish siddur is recited when we wake up in the morning, while we're still in bed. Here is my translation of the prayer, from the original Hebrew:Thank you, oh living and eternal God, for mercifully returning my soul to me, great is your faithfulness. Let's break down the prayer and dive a bit deeper into its meaning.

Weekly Parsha: Vayakhel [Podcast]

Mar 20 2020 9 mins

In this podcast episode Rabbi Singer discusses the weekly torah portion (parsha) of Vayakhel and explains a couple of major topics discussed in it. You can apply the important lesson you’ll learn from this teaching to your daily life.

Passover Seder: The Meaning of Dayenu [Podcast]

Apr 10 2019 6 mins

In this podcast episode Rabbi Singer discusses the famous song Dayenu that we sing at the Passover Seder and explains the true meaning behind it. You can apply the important lesson you’ll learn from this teaching to your daily life.

The Hidden Lesson of Purim [Podcast]

Mar 19 2019 10 mins

In this podcast episode Rabbi Singer discusses the fundamental theme of the holiday of Purim: Hiddenness. It is reflected in the absence of God’s name in the Book of Esther and the reason we dress up in costumes. You can apply the important lesson you’ll learn from this teaching to your daily life.

Focusing on the Important [Podcast]

Mar 13 2019 6 mins

In this podcast episode Rabbi Singer discusses the idea of focus. Based on a personal story, he explores the tension we all face when our thoughts are torn between focusing on trivial manner and important things like God, family and relationships. You can apply the important lessons you’ll learn from this teaching to your daily life.