The 49 days we count between Pesach (Passover) and Shavuot are an exciting time for powerful and impactful change. The Mishna (Avot 6:6) teaches us 48 masterful tools and ways to maximize life and get the most out of each day. In this episode, Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe talks about Way 15: B'Mishnah - With the Oral Law , and shares great insights, stories and lessons from the teaching of our sages on the explanations of everything that is in the Written Law, The Torah. The Torah can easily be misundersto...
Apr 28, 2025•16 min
In this episode, Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe shares a short & sweet idea of inspiration on the power of the month of Iyar, the month of Ohr - light and spiritual blossoming. This Jewish Inspiration Podcast by Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe of TORCH (Ep. #182) is dedicated my dearest friends, Peter Botvin and his incredible wife, Becky! May Hashem bless you and your beautiful family with good health, success and true Yiddish Nachas!!! ***** To listen to other podcasts by Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe: https://linktr.ee/ariwol ...
Apr 27, 2025•21 min
What hidden layers of meaning lie within the traditions of the Pesach Seder? Join us on the Everyday Judaism Podcast to unpack the rich tapestry of Jewish customs and rituals. From the special blessings recited over Matzah to the challenges of keeping a log cabin warm on Shabbat without kindling a fire, we explore the practical and spiritual dimensions of these observances. We offer profound insights into the significance of the Kittel—a garment symbolizing mortality—and the reasons behind weari...
Apr 27, 2025•14 min
Unlock the secrets of ancient prayers as we explore "La'olam Yehei Adam Yirei Shomayim," a powerful beacon of faith crafted during times of persecution. Discover how this prayer served as a lifeline, allowing Jews to maintain their connection with God when the recitation of the Shema was forbidden. We journey through its historical roots and the layers of meaning that encourage truthfulness and steadfast faith, regardless of external circumstances. This episode delves into the diverse interpreta...
Apr 27, 2025•46 min
The 49 days we count between Pesach (Passover) and Shavuot are an exciting time for powerful and impactful change. The Mishna (Avot 6:6) teaches us 48 masterful tools and ways to maximize life and get the most out of each day. In this episode, Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe talks about Way 14: B'Mikrah - With the Written Law , and shares great insights, stories and lessons from the teaching of our sages on this timeless manual for living. You wouldn't travel on any journey without a map or a GPS, why would y...
Apr 27, 2025•16 min
The 49 days we count between Pesach (Passover) and Shavuot are an exciting time for powerful and impactful change. The Mishna (Avot 6:6) teaches us 48 masterful tools and ways to maximize life and get the most out of each day. In this episode, Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe talks about Way 13: B'yishuv - With Peace of Mind, and shares great insights, stories and lessons from the teaching of our sages on the necessity of taking time to clarify things before jumping to conclusion. Acting impetuously can do mor...
Apr 27, 2025•9 min
The 49 days we count between Pesach (Passover) and Shavuot are an exciting time for powerful and impactful change. The Mishna (Avot 6:6) teaches us 48 masterful tools and ways to maximize life and get the most out of each day. In this episode, Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe talks about Way 12: B’Pilpul Talmidim - Discussion with your peers , and shares great insights, stories and lessons from the teaching of our sages on the benefits of teaching what you learn. Have a teacher, crystalize the concepts and you...
Apr 25, 2025•13 min
In this episode, Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe shares a short & sweet idea of inspiration on the great power of opportunity as we emerge from the holy days of Pesach. The first Shabbos after Pesach, there is an age-old custom to bake a Challah shaped as a key. The particular customs vary, but the KEY of livelihood and success is accessible at this time. This Jewish Inspiration Podcast by Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe of TORCH (Ep. #179) is dedicated to my daughter Rivka, as we will be celebrating her birth with a K...
Apr 24, 2025•7 min
The 49 days we count between Pesach (Passover) and Shavuot are an exciting time for powerful and impactful change. The Mishna (Avot 6:6) teaches us 48 masterful tools and ways to maximize life and get the most out of each day. In this episode, Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe talks about Way 11: Investing in Friendship, and shares great insights, stories and lessons from the teaching of our sages on the importance of having a true good friend. Someone you can trust, and who always has your best interest while ...
Apr 24, 2025•8 min
Unlock the profound wisdom of performing mitzvahs as we explore the teachings of Parsha Shemini. Discover the powerful story of Dama Ben-Nesina, a Gentile whose unwavering respect for his father demonstrates the true essence of fulfilling commandments for their own sake. This episode will challenge you to reconsider the role of reward and reason in religious practice, diving into the debate over the Sefer HaChinuch and its implications for understanding mitzvahs. Prepare to be inspired by the me...
Apr 23, 2025•26 min
The 49 days we count between Pesach (Passover) and Shavuot are an exciting time for powerful and impactful change. The Mishna (Avot 6:6) teaches us 48 masterful tools and ways to maximize life and get the most out of each day. In this episode, Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe talks about Way 10: Serve the Wise, and shares great insights, stories and lessons from the teaching of our sages on the importance of having a teacher, a mentor to seek guidance from. Living in our own little box can limit our greatness ...
Apr 23, 2025•14 min
Embark on a spiritual journey through tradition and the pursuit of holiness and delve into the intersection of kosher dietary laws and personal growth. This episode is a deep reflection on Parsha Shemini and its profound implications on our lives, especially during this leap year as we approach Pesach. We'll uncover the metaphorical significance of chametz and matzah, and their role in guiding us from the arrogance of leaven towards the humility and divinity of unleavened bread. Join us as we na...
Apr 22, 2025•31 min
The 49 days we count between Pesach (Passover) and Shavuot are an exciting time for powerful and impactful change. The Mishna (Avot 6:6) teaches us 48 masterful tools and ways to maximize life and get the most out of each day. In this episode, Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe talks about Way 9: With Purity, and shares great insights, stories and lessons from the teaching of our sages on the importance of living life with a pristine purity. Purity is when we don't allow outside negative influences to have an im...
Apr 22, 2025•14 min
This Parsha Review Podcast (Ep 3.3) by Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe on Parshas Shemini offers a refreshing, clear and concise review as he does for each Parsha in the Torah. 00:10 - Parsha Summary 08:50 - Important Lessons Segment This Parsha Review Podcast is dedicated to the Speedy and complete Refuah of Perl-Leah bas Sara Esther . Download & Print the Parsha Review Notes: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1ncaRyoH5iJmGGoMZs9y82Hz2ofViVouv?usp=sharing ***** To listen to other podcasts by Rabbi A...
Apr 21, 2025•30 min
The 49 days we count between Pesach (Passover) and Shavuot are an exciting time for powerful and impactful change. The Mishna (Avot 6:6) teaches us 48 masterful tools and ways to maximize life and get the most out of each day. In this episode, Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe talks about Way 8: With Happiness, and shares great insights, stories and lessons from the teaching of our sages on the power of living everyday with happiness. Happiness is the prerequisite for a meaningful and productive life. Let's inv...
Apr 21, 2025•10 min
The 49 days we count between Pesach (Passover) and Shavuot are an exciting time for powerful and impactful change. The Mishna (Avot 6:6) teaches us 48 masterful tools and ways to maximize life and get the most out of each day. In this episode, Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe talks about Way 7: With Humility, and shares great insights, stories and lessons from the teaching of our sages on the power of living a life of Godliness. Humility is knowing and feeling your true place. **** To listen to other podcasts ...
Apr 20, 2025•19 min
The 49 days we count between Pesach (Passover) and Shavuot are an exciting time for powerful and impactful change. The Mishna (Avot 6:6) teaches us 48 masterful tools and ways to maximize life and get the most out of each day. In this episode, Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe talks about Way 6: With Fear, and shares great insights, stories and lessons from the teaching of our sages on the power of living with proper perspective. Fear is not what you thought it was. **** To listen to other podcasts by Rabbi Ary...
Apr 20, 2025•16 min
The 49 days we count between Pesach (Passover) and Shavuot are an exciting time for powerful and impactful change. The Mishna (Avot 6:6) teaches us 48 masterful tools and ways to maximize life and get the most out of each day. In this episode, Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe talks about Way 5: With Awe, and shares great insights, stories and lessons from the teaching of our sages on the power of living with awe everyday. Seek out the Aha moments in your life and make them count. **** To listen to other podcas...
Apr 18, 2025•9 min
The 49 days we count between Pesach (Passover) and Shavuot are an exciting time for powerful and impactful change. The Mishna (Avot 6:6) teaches us 48 masterful tools and ways to maximize life and get the most out of each day. In this episode, Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe talks about Way 4: With Understanding of Heart, and shares great insights, stories and lessons from the teaching of our sages on the importance of blending our Heart and Mind together to produce actions that are filled with intentions and...
Apr 17, 2025•12 min
The Living Jewishly Podcast is dedicated to learning, understanding and appreciating the greatness of Jewish heritage and the Torah through the simplified, concise study of Halacha, Jewish Law, thereby enhancing our understanding of how Hashem wants us to live our daily lives in a Jewish way. In this Living Jewishly Podcast BONUS episode, Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe discusses the laws of Counting the Omer, Sefiras Haomer and the laws applicable to the counting and the days during "Sefirah" Download & ...
Apr 16, 2025•13 min
The 49 days we count between Pesach (Passover) and Shavuot are an exciting time for powerful and impactful change. The Mishna (Avot 6:6) teaches us 48 masterful tools and ways to maximize life and get the most out of each day. In this episode, Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe talks about Way 3: Speak it out, and shares great insights, stories and lessons from the teaching of our sages on the great impact speech has on our lives and on the success of our goals. To watch video and/or listen to the podcasts of Ra...
Apr 16, 2025•10 min
The 49 days we count between Pesach (Passover) and Shavuot are an exciting time for powerful and impactful change. The Mishna (Avot 6:6) teaches us 48 masterful tools and ways to maximize life and get the most out of each day. In this episode, Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe talks about Way 2: Hearing and Listening to our messages, and shares great insights, stories and lessons from the teaching of our sages on the great power of listening and applying the messages we receive to our daily lives. To watch vide...
Apr 15, 2025•18 min
The 49 days we count between Pesach (Passover) and Shavuot are an exciting time for powerful and impactful change. The Mishna (Avot 6:6) teaches us 48 masterful tools and ways to maximize life and get the most out of each day. In this episode, Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe talks about Way 1: With Study, and shares great insights, stories and lessons from the teaching of our sages on utilizing life as an opportunity for learning. Keep learning and keep taking each life experience as teachable moment. To watc...
Apr 15, 2025•14 min
In this episode, Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe shares a short & sweet idea of inspiration on the power of the Shabbos Hagadol - The Great Shabbos. A Shabbos that is infused with so much opportunity and greatness. Throughout our history we've experienced great miracles on this Shabbos. It is a time for us to connect with our own greatness and find the power and inspiration within it. This Jewish Inspiration Podcast by Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe of TORCH (Ep. #178) is dedicated my dearest friends, Peter Botvin and...
Apr 11, 2025•13 min
Unlock the profound spiritual essence of the Pesach Seder as we embark on a journey through its intricate laws and timeless customs. Together, we'll uncover the symbolic depth behind Marror, or bitter herbs, which poignantly connect us to the historical hardships of the Jewish people in Egypt. Learn about the specific forms and quantities of Maror, and how these traditions continue to resonate today, even in the absence of the Pesach offering. As we explore the dual themes of slavery and freedom...
Apr 10, 2025•36 min
Unlock the secrets of spiritual transformation and atonement as we journey through the timeless teachings of Parshas Tzav from Leviticus. What if the spiritual cleansing once achieved through ancient offerings could be attained today? Explore this intriguing possibility as we delve into Torah study, prayer, and reading about the offerings, revealing how these practices can lead to profound personal change and spiritual growth. Join us as we offer insights from the Midrash and Talmud on achieving...
Apr 10, 2025•22 min
What makes the Pesach Seder so integral to Jewish tradition? Join us as we seek answers sharing profound insights on this sacred night. Together, we navigate the 15-step progression of the Seder, from Kadesh to Nirtzah, unraveling the intricacies and highlighting the unique customs that vary from one Jewish household to another. Whether you are well-versed in these traditions or curious to learn, you're invited to explore the connections these rituals forge with our collective heritage. Our jour...
Apr 09, 2025•54 min
Discover the timeless wisdom of ethical business practices rooted in the teachings of Parsha Vayikra from the book of Leviticus. We unpack the profound significance of honesty and integrity, drawing from captivating stories and Talmudic insights. Hear the compelling tale of a wagon driver and the Chofetz Chaim, underscoring the importance of being truthful even when no one is watching, for God sees all. This episode not only explores the necessity of having witnesses and contracts in business de...
Apr 09, 2025•19 min
A few short thoughts on the Haggadah and special days of Pesach! Have a great Pesach! Recorded on March 24, 2021, in Studio B at the TORCH Centre in Houston, Texas. _____________ DONATE to TORCH: Please consider supporting the podcasts by making a donation to help fund our Jewish outreach and educational efforts at https://www.torchweb.org/support.php . Thank you! _____________ SUBSCRIBE and LISTEN to other podcasts by Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe : NEW!! Prayer Podcast: https://prayerpodcast.transistor.fm...
Apr 09, 2025•19 min
In this episode Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe discusses the unbelievable gift of Pesach and the Emunah it can instill in our lives for the entire year to come. Jewish Inspiration Podcast by Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe of TORCH (Ep. #176) is dedicated in honor of two great friends of TORCH, Moshe & Allison Butler. May Hashem continue to bless you with magnificent health, happiness and success in all your endeavors. Recorded in the TORCH Centre - Studio B to a live audience on March 28, 2023, in Houston, Texas. Rel...
Apr 08, 2025•1 hr 9 min
