Rabbi Jacobson will discuss the following topics: Chassidus Applied to Post PassoverHow can we ensure that the lessons of Pesach are internalized and last throughout the year? Why do we call one of the four children a “rasha” when the Rebbe would always emphasize the pure soul in every person? Moshiach’s SeudahWhat is the significance of this meal on the last day of Pesach? Can we apply the process of leaving Mitzrayin followed by Moshiach’s Seudah at the end of the Yom tov to our own freedom fr...
Apr 27, 2022•1 hr 8 min
Rabbi Jacobson will discuss the following topics: Chassidus applied to Yud Alef Nissan – 120 YearsWhy are we honoring this day? Why should the Rebbe’s birthday matter to those that never heard of the Rebbe? What is the significance of the Rebbes 120th birthday if Gimmel Tammuz happened 28 years ago? How did the Rebbe change the world and what is his impact on my life today? How to deal with the challenges of the 21st century? What methods did the Rebbe teach in order to prosper without apathy? 1...
Apr 14, 2022•1 hr 8 min
Rabbi Jacobson will discuss the following topics: Lessons from Beis NissanWhat was the most important contribution the Rebbe Rashab made to Chassidus and what can we learn from it to improve our lives? Chassidus applied to MetzoraWhat lessons do we learn from this week’s Torah chapter? Is quarantine the perfect punishment for gossiping? What benefits are there in quarantining? Tazria Follow-up: Isn’t conception tangential to the continuing verses? What do we learn from that? Lessons from Shabbos...
Apr 05, 2022•1 hr 6 min
Submit your question now at https://www.chassidusapplied.com/ask-rabbi-jacobson, or email: info@chassidusapplied.com. WEBSITE: https://www.chassidusapplied.com/ EMAIL US: info@chassidusapplied.com SPONSOR A MYLIFE: CHASSIDUS APPLIED EPISODE, OR EXPLORE OTHER GIVING OPPORTUNITIES: https://www.meaningfullife.com/sponsorships THIS WEEK'S TOPICS: • Chassidus applied to Tazria and HaChodesh o What lessons do we learn from this week’s Torah chapters? 2:02 o Is it possible to achieve renewal in our liv...
Mar 28, 2022•58 min
Rabbi Jacobson will discuss the following topics: How does Purim help us endure and ultimately transform darkness to light? Chassidus applied to Shemini and ParahWhat does the number eight signify and what is its connection to this time of year? Why do we read Parah this week and what is its lesson for us? Why did a continuous fire burn upon the altar; isn’t that a waste of resources? Follow-up: PurimIs there anything to be learned today from the Rebbe declaring “hurrah” Purim 5713? Can we place...
Mar 21, 2022•1 hr 4 min
Rabbi Jacobson will discuss the following topics: Personal thank you Transformation of darkness to light What can Purim teach us about the war in Ukraine today?Is it a sign that Moshiach is coming when nations are at war? Are there similarities between the Jews in Persia and Ukraine? What are we to do when we witness such battles? What did the Rebbe say in 1983 about nations in conflict? How are we to see these events in context of the Rebbe’s words over 30 years ago about the bloodless fall of ...
Mar 14, 2022•1 hr 6 min
Rabbi Jacobson will discuss the following topics: Chassidus Applied to the Book of Shemos and the MishkanWhy is it called the Book of Redemption? What is the connection between the Egyptian Exodus, Sinai and the Sanctuary? If the main purpose of creation is to reveal the divine presence in each of us, why do we need to have a centralized temple in Jerusalem? What were the cherubim on top of the holy ark and what was their purpose? And what replacements do we have for them today? Were the donatio...
Feb 21, 2022•1 hr 15 min
Rabbi Jacobson will discuss the following topics: Chassidus Applied to Ki Tissa What do we learn from this chapter? How do we navigate life’s ups and downs and twists and turns? The Rebbe’s Sicha 30 years ago this week Is there a connection between the golden calf and the giant bull sculpture on Wall Street which symbolizes money and greed? If the 13 attributes of mercy say G-d is slow to anger, why was G-d so quick to anger at when He saw people building and worshipping a golden calf? What is t...
Feb 14, 2022•1 hr 9 min
THIS WEEK'S TOPICS: • Chassidus Applied to Tetzaveh o What do we learn from this chapter? 01:55 o What can we do today as a substitute for the rituals in the temple? 09:39 o What was the tzitz that the kohen gadol wore on his forehead? 13:26 o Is there a connection between the tzitz and tzitzis we wear? 14:45 • Adar/7 Adar 05:20 o Did the Rebbe once say that by increasing in simcha sixty fold during these two months of Adar all negativity will be nullified, batel b'shishim? 17:10 o How do you me...
Feb 08, 2022•1 hr 7 min
Rabbi Jacobson will discuss the following topics: Chassidus Applied to Adar IWhat is the significance of this year being a leap year, with two months of Adar? What do we learn from a leap year? Why is Adar the extra month? Did the Rebbe ever say that a leap year is a propitious time and has more opportunities for Moshiach to come? In this month when it’s favorable to go to a din-Torah, can we take G-d to a din-Torah to bring Moshiach? Lessons from TerumahHow do we build a mishkan in our lives to...
Jan 31, 2022•1 hr 8 min
Rabbi Jacobson will discuss the following topics: Chassidus Applied to 22 ShevatWhat do we learn from this day? What is the deeper meaning and significance of the name “Chaya Mushka”? What changes and new things did the Rebbe institute after 22 Shevat? Is it significant that the Rebbe and Rebbetzin had the same first names as the Tzemach Tzedek and his Rebbetzin? What is the Rebbetzin most famous for, besides being the Rebbe’s wife? Years ago the Rebbe told someone that he would be forever grate...
Jan 24, 2022•1 hr 12 min
Rabbi Jacobson will discuss the following topics: Chassidus Applied to 15 ShevatWhat do we learn from trees? Should we water our plants on the Rosh Hashana of Trees? Lessons from YisroWhat is the relevance of Sinai today? Why was the Torah given in a way that frightened the people? How do we reconcile the Jews accepting the Torah without question, and then trembling when they heard G-d's voice? Did we receive the entire Torah at Sinai or only the Ten Commandments? Is there a connection between Y...
Jan 17, 2022•1 hr 17 min
Rabbi Jacobson will discuss the following topics: Chassidus Applied to Yud ShevatWhat is the primary chiddush in this year's chapter 12 of Basi L’Gani? What does the Rebbe add in his maamorim of 5722 and 5742? What lessons do we learn from this discourse and its chapter 12? What deep hidden treasure is given to us? In the Basi L’Gani maamer is the Frierdiker Rebbe not just hinting but overtly saying that Moshiach will come in the 7th generation? Please explain the concept of shtus d’kedusha What...
Jan 10, 2022•1 hr 18 min
Torah Perspective on Such a TravestyWhat should be our overall response? Why would G-d allow an individual who would commit such heinous crimes to reach such a high position of power and influence within the religious public, and especially over the innocent hearts and minds of children? How do we deal with such a mass betrayal? Who comes first: perpetrator or victim? Can we assume his absolute guilt? Where do you draw the line between assuming someone’s innocence and judging people favorably an...
Jan 04, 2022•1 hr 56 min
Rabbi Jacobson will discuss the following topics: Chassidus applied to VaeirahWhat can we learn from this week’s parsha about our own challenges? Why did G-d reveal the name Havaya to Moshe and not to the Patriarchs? How could Moshe just walk into Pharoah’s palace? Lessons from 24 TevesWhat is the significance of this day and what does it teach us? What did the Alter Rebbe know about the founding of the USA which happened in his time? Why was it important that the Alter Rebbe was a new soul? Why...
Dec 27, 2021•1 hr 14 min
Rabbi Jacobson will discuss the following topics: Chassidus applied to ShemosWhat personal lessons do we learn from the story of the Egyptian exile and redemption? Why do we need to read about all the painful details of the Jews suffering and affliction? How did Moshe find out he was Jewish? Who were the two Jewish men that saw Moshe kill the Egyptian, and why would they report him? Why were some wicked people, like Dasan and Aviram, fortunate to have their names and lineage mentioned in the Tor...
Dec 19, 2021•1 hr 19 min
Rabbi Jacobson will discuss the following topics: Chassidus applied to VayechiWhy is the chapter about Yaakov’s passing called “and Yaakov lived”? Why did Yaakov send Yehuda to Egypt to set up a yeshiva – don’t parents do this for their children, rather than the other way around? If Yaakov was not allowed to reveal the time of Moshiach’s coming, why did the Rebbe reveal it? Why was Yosef not buried in Israel like his father Yaakov? How many tribes are there – twelve or thirteen? Was Yosef superi...
Dec 13, 2021•1 hr 8 min
Rabbi Jacobson will discuss the following topics: Chassidus applied to Zos ChanukahWhy is it called by that name and what is its significance? Since we increase in light each night, why do we stop at eight? What's special about the eighth candle that it's light endures for the entire year? Chanukah discourses compare the dedication of the altar to the extra support we give a child to launch their education. How does this apply to a survivor of childhood abuse and neglect: how can they gather str...
Dec 07, 2021•1 hr 12 min
Rabbi Jacobson will discuss the following topics: Chassidus applied to ChanukahWhy do the Chanukah lights endure, while the Temple Menorah did not? Why do we light eight candles, at night, facing outside, unlike the Temple Menorah? What does Chanukah teach us today? What is the connection with us being lamplighters and Chanukah? Is the oil of Chanukah related to Chassidus? Why do we celebrate the zealotry of the Maccabees? Is there anything wrong with giving Chanukah presents? Is religion stoppi...
Nov 29, 2021•1 hr 20 min
Rabbi Jacobson will discuss the following topics: Chassidus applied to Yud Tes Kislev What is the most important lesson we can learn from the Alter Rebbe’s imprisonment and redemption in our daily lives? Since Chassidus empowers and heals our souls, why was it not given earlier? How could have heavenly angels mistakenly opposed the revelation of Chassidus? How was the Alter Rebbe’s spreading of Chassidus different than that of his predecessors? Why did other Jewish communities see the Alter Rebb...
Nov 22, 2021•1 hr 8 min
Rabbi Jacobson will discuss the following topics: Chassidus applied to Yud Kislev What is the significance of this day and what can we learn from it? How is the geulah of the Mitteler Rebbe different than that of the Alter Rebbe? Lessons from Vayishlach How does the theme of this parsha play itself out in history, and especially in our lives today? What do we learn from Yaakov’s confrontation with Esau? Why did Yaakov prepare for war with Esau and not trust that G-d would protect him? If Yaakov ...
Nov 17, 2021•1 hr 12 min
Rabbi Jacobson will discuss the following topics: Chassidus applied to Tes Kislev What was the unique contribution of the Mitteler Rebbe and what can we learn from it? Where can I find more of your approach on applying the Torah to our personal lives? Lessons from Vayeitzei How do we apply Jacob’s journey to our personal lives? Why were the matriarchs barren? What is the significance of dreams? Why was Jacob’s marriage to Leah valid when it was a result of deception? Why do some people say Yanko...
Nov 14, 2021•1 hr 10 min
Rabbi Jacobson will discuss the following topics: Chassidus applied to Rosh Chodesh Kislev What is the significance of this day and can we learn from it? What is the theme and energy of Kislev? How to grow through setbacks? What was the origin of the Kinus Hashluchim? Lessons from Toldos What can couples experiencing difficulties having children learn from Yitzchak and Rivkah? What do we learn from the battle of Esau and Yaakov in Rivkah’s womb? Why did Yaakov have to dress up as Esau in order t...
Nov 01, 2021•1 hr 19 min
Rabbi Jacobson will discuss the following topics: Chassidus applied to Chof Cheshvan What was unique about the Rebbe Rashab? What do we learn from him and what is his significance to our lives today? Are all the Rebbeim connected? Did the Rebbe Rashab say that Tomchei Temimim would impact its students to live as Chassidim did 100 years back? How do we reconcile the Frierdiker Rebbe saying that we should never expel a student from Tomchei Temimim with Sarah sending away Yishmael? Lessons from Cha...
Oct 25, 2021•1 hr 9 min
Rabbi Jacobson will discuss the following topics: Chassidus applied to Vayeira Why did G-d appear to Abraham and what does that teach us? Why did Abraham turn away from G-d to greet guests? Doesn’t that seem rude? Why would a benevolent G-d ask Abraham to kill his son? And why did Abraham comply without question? Why do we teach our children this violent story? How were the angels able to eat with Abraham when they are spiritual beings that don’t consume physical food? Why did Sarah laugh when s...
Oct 18, 2021•1 hr 11 min
Rabbi Jacobson will discuss the following topics: Chassidus applied to Cheshvan What can I do when I feel down and unmotivated? At what point is it customary to stop wishing people a happy new year? Why is it called Marcheshvan? What is the significance and lesson of Zayin Cheshvan? Thinking about the First Temple being completed this month, I am wondering what is more important – the physical Temple or the temple of our homes? Noach follow-up Why did G-d have to command Noach to leave the ark? ...
Oct 11, 2021•1 hr 3 min
Rabbi Jacobson will discuss the following topics: Chassidus applied to the Post-Holiday Season and Cheshvan How do we maintain the inspiration? Can we bottle the energy of Simchas Torah? Why are there no holidays in Cheshvan? Why is it called Mar Cheshvan? Lessons from Bereishis Why doesn’t the Torah begin with Elokim barah bereshis ? When were angels created? Is a soul a creation, or did souls always exist in the same manner that Torah and Hashem always existed? Why did Adam and Eve cover thems...
Oct 04, 2021•1 hr 14 min
Rabbi Jacobson will discuss the following topics: Lessons from Yud Gimmel Tishrei – 139th yahrzeit of the Rebbe Maharash What should we learn from the Rebbe Maharash? How does his life and leadership impact us? What is the connection between the Tzemech Tzedek being daas and “now let’s travel to father to hear what is doing”? Story: A Rebbe never leaves Chassidus applied to Sukkos What is the spiritual significance of eating in a sukkah? Why is Sukkos not in the spring after Pesach? Is there a c...
Oct 04, 2021•1 hr 9 min
Rabbi Jacobson will discuss the following topics: Lessons from Vov Tishrei Why is respecting parents such a great mitzvah? What is the connection with the Ten Days of Teshuvah? Why did the Rebbe honor his mother by analyzing and explaining Rashi? What can we learn from 9/11?How crumbling structures lead to greater growth Chassidus applied to Yom Kippur Why is it the holiest day of the year? On the high holidays who serves as our lawyer to defend us in the heavenly court? Can we follow a Yom Kipp...
Sep 13, 2021•1 hr 14 min
Rabbi Jacobson will discuss the following topics: What can we learn from the heavy rains that fell as we prepare for Rosh Hashana? Chassidus applied to Rosh Hashana 5782 What are some things the Rebbe did Erev Rosh Hashana to prepare for a new year? Why does a king need to be coronated every year? What’s the best way to pray on Rosh Hashana for financial success and abundant parnassah? What can we learn from the story of the farm boy crying out ku-ko-reeku? What is your favorite Rosh Hashana maa...
Sep 10, 2021•1 hr 6 min
