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Sichos HaRan - Class Trip with Rebbe Nachman of Breslov

Yaakov Klein is a lecturer, musician, and the author of Sparks from Berditchov and The Story of Our Lives (Feldheim). He lives in London with his wife Shira and their two beautiful children, where he serves as the founding director of Eilecha.
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Why Don't Breslovers Talk About Rebbe Nachman's Miracles? (Sichos Haran #186, 187)

In this shiur on Rebbe Nachman's Sichos HaRan, we learn that while Rebbe Nachman was able to do awesome miracles, he discouraged his Chassidim from speaking about them, encouraging them to focus on their own avodas Hashem as individuals and striving to reach deeper levels of closeness with Hashem.

Jan 29, 202656 minEp. 126

Prescriptions from the Soul Doctor (Sichos Haran #182, 183, 184, 185)

In this shiur on Rebbe Nachman's Sichos HaRan, we learn about how Rebbe Nachman's opponents strawmanned him, how the Rebbe knew money was on its way, how he was able to know everything about a person from the moment they met, and about the particularized prescriptions he would give his followers for their eternal rectification.

Jan 12, 202659 minEp. 125

Rebbe Nachman at Sunset (Sichos Haran #176, 177, 178, 179)

In this shiur on Rebbe Nachman's Sichos HaRan, we continue learning about the incredible levels Rebbe Nachman reached - becoming a new person each and every day in his endless quest for closeness with the Infinite One.

Dec 02, 20251 hr 2 minEp. 124

You Can Achieve Greatness! (Sichos Haran #164, 165)

In this shiur on Rebbe Nachman's Sichos HaRan, we address the common misconception that Tzaddikim are somehow "different", that they were "born with elevated souls". Rebbe Nachman reminds us that with the investment of effort and the proper construction of "Baki B'Ratzo" atop our foundation of "Baki B'Shov", we can each achieve the greatness for which our souls were sent to this realm.

Nov 12, 20251 hr 3 minEp. 121

We Found Rebbe Nachman's Hisbodedus Spot! (Sichos Haran #159, #160, #161, #162, #163)

In this shiur on Rebbe Nachman's Sichos HaRan, we explore the Rebbe's "Beginner's mind", and how he kept the balance between the dual expertise of "running and sitting", his intense fasts as a youth, an incredible story about how an all-night melody session sustained him, and about his hisbodedus in the fields and mountains surrounding the cities in which he lived. We even do some detective work to identify one of the specific locations where Rebbe Nachman served Hashem, discovering the surprisi...

Nov 04, 202557 minEp. 120

When a "Dead Rebbe" is More Alive than the Living (Sichos Haran #156, #157, #158)

In this shiur on Rebbe Nachman's Sichos HaRan, we explore the proximity between a Tzaddik's departed soul and our physical world through the lens of an amazing perspective on what it means that this wall is a "prozdor", a hallway, to Olam HaBa. We also learn about the unlikely time when Rebbe Nachman had his Hisbodedus.

Oct 29, 202556 minEp. 119

The Essence of Judaism is Simplicity (Sichos Haran #154, #155)

In this shiur on Rebbe Nachman's Sichos HaRan, we discover the importance of simplicity and prayer, as well as making sure that we are joyous on Shabbos Kodesh, singing beautiful zemiros at the Shabbos Table! Music Credit: "Mevakshei Hashem" by Joey Newcomb From the album Thank You Hashem Healing Melodies #1 All rights reserved to Joey Newcomb and Thank You Hashem Music.

Jul 16, 20251 hrEp. 118

The Sweetness of Tough Conversations (Sichos Haran #142, #143, #144, #145)

In this shiur on Rebbe Nachman's Sichos HaRan, we explore #142, a revelation regarding how to counter the energy of the Yetzer Hara, #143 about the cause of physical and spiritual fever, #144 about the teachings Rebbe Nachman revealed in nature, and #145 regarding the incredible delight we bring Hashem when we turn Torah into Tefillah.

Jun 09, 20251 hrEp. 114

What Does it Mean to Believe in Yourself? (Sichos Haran #140)

In this special shiur on Rebbe Nachman's Sichos HaRan, we explore #140, a remarkable teaching about the importance of believing in ourselves, seen through the prism of ideas from Rav Tzadok HaKohen and the Kedushas Levi.

May 20, 202556 minEp. 112

You Are Always in Hashem's "Place" (Sichos Haran #137, 138, 139)

In this shiur on Rebbe Nachman's Sichos HaRan, we explore #137 where we discover the financial blessings that a daily commitment to Torah study can bring, #138 regarding the power of saying stories about tzaddikim, and #139 about how to a person with a "Jewish heart", there is no 'place' from which it is impossible to serve Hashem.

May 08, 202540 minEp. 111

Why We Should NOT Try To Predict When Moshiach Will Arrive (Sichos HaRan #126, 127, 128, 129)

In this shiur, we explore Sicha 126 where Reb Nosson tells about why Rebbe Nachman did not approve of predicting when Moshiach would arrive and what he said about the time before his coming, 127 about the importance of saying Tikkunei Zohar in Elul, 128 about the Rebbe's special connection with that sefer, and 129 about the relationship between depression and addictive tendencies, learning a very powerful piece from the Tanya on how to respond to depressive thoughts. We also discuss the importan...

Mar 25, 20251 hr 1 minEp. 108

A Factory of Yiddishkeit: The Wondrous Power of Rebbe Nachman's Teachings (Sichos HaRan #124 & 125)

In this shiur, we explore Sicha 124 where Reb Nosson describes the awesome and unique power of Rebbe Nachman's words to inspire every heart to Hashem and 125, where the tzaddik tells the story about how esrogim miraculously appeared in Breslov in erev Succos and the great joy Rebbe Nachman experienced! Sichos HaRan is a primary collection of the wisdom of Rebbe Nachman of Breslov zy"a. Each shiur explores new, standalone teachings, so feel free to enjoy this class even if you haven't been follow...

Mar 20, 20251 hr 10 minEp. 107

Rebbe Nachman's Financial Advice (Sichos HaRan # 121, 122, 123)

In this shiur, we explore Sicha 121 about what it truly means to have kavannah in tefillah, 122 about how a Jew should approach finances and the fundamental shift in consciousness that enables one to contently live within one's means, and 123 about the preciousness and essentiality of even a brief experience of closeness and intimacy with Hashem. Sichos HaRan is a primary collection of the wisdom of Rebbe Nachman of Breslov zy"a. Each shiur explores new, standalone teachings, so feel free to enj...

Feb 17, 202553 minEp. 106

Do You Have Questions on Hashem? (Sichos HaRan # 118, 119, 120)

In this shiur, we explore Sicha 118 which discusses our inability to grasp Hashem's ways, 119, which talks about the appropriate way to view the spiritual efforts of others when we are in a time of spiritual stagnation and descent, and 120, a beautiful reminder that there is always hope for those who never despair, standing strong in their avodah and even encouraging others. Sichos HaRan is a primary collection of the wisdom of Rebbe Nachman of Breslov zy"a. Each shiur explores new, standalone t...

Feb 04, 20251 hr 1 minEp. 105

Finding Hashem When Tragedy Strikes (Sichos HaRan #113, 114, 115)

In this shiur, we explore Sichos 113, 114, and 115, delving into Hashem's intention when people suffer a tragedy like the loss of a close family member R"l, as well as the dynamics of tikkun haBris - the most significant arena for growth in our generation - and its relationship to the lust for wealth. Sichos HaRan is a primary collection of the wisdom of Rebbe Nachman of Breslov zy"a. Each shiur explores new, standalone teachings, so feel free to enjoy this class even if you haven't been followi...

Jan 14, 202558 minEp. 104

Is Today's "Chassidus" What the Baal Shem Tov Intended? (Sichos HaRan #110, 111, 112)

In this shiur, we explore Sichos 110, 111, 112, delving into how sleep can be helpful for strengthening our emunah, what it means to get close to the spiritual path of a true tzaddik, and the inner spiritual dynamics of lending and borrowing. Sichos HaRan is a primary collection of the wisdom of Rebbe Nachman of Breslov zy"a. Each shiur explores new, standalone teachings, so feel free to enjoy this class even if you haven't been following along with the series! We hope you enjoy this shiur! Plea...

Jan 13, 202559 minEp. 103

A Chassidishe Doughnut! (Sichos HaRan #107, 108, 109)

In this shiur, we explore Sichos 107, 107, and 109, delving into the importance of studying Zohar/Penimiyus HaTorah and how Chassidus is intended to help a person elevate the "Kelipas Nogah", coming to see every moment of life - no matter how mundane - as a direct experience of Hashem's Presence. We hope you enjoy this shiur! Please remember to like, subscribe, and leave a comment below! FOR ALL CONTENT, COURSES, AND PRODUCTS: linktr.ee/yaakovklein...

Jan 13, 20251 hrEp. 102

"Drag Him to the Beis Midrash!" (Sichos HaRan #104, 105, 106)

In this shiur, we explore Sichos 104, 105, and 106, delving deep into what it means to "drag the yetzer hara to the Beis Midrash", how opposition helps a tzaddik, and the danger of "religious intellectuals" devoid of faith. We hope you enjoy this shiur! Please remember to like, subscribe, and leave a comment below! FOR ALL CONTENT, COURSES, AND PRODUCTS: https://linktr.ee/yaakovklein

Jan 13, 202555 minEp. 101

"Chayim Tovim": A MASTERCLASS on Emunah! (Sichos HaRan #102b)

In this shiur, we continue exploring Sichos Haran 102, where Rebbe Nachman teaches about the "good life" of faith. We hope you enjoy this shiur! Please remember to like, subscribe, and leave a comment below! FOR ALL CONTENT, COURSES, AND PRODUCTS: https://linktr.ee/yaakovklein

Dec 09, 20241 hr 1 minEp. 99

Hashem is Present in Atheism?! (Sichos HaRan #101,102a)

In this shiur, we explore Sichos HaRan 101 and the beginning of 102, learning about the importance of simplicity in serving Hashem and how it is possible to discover Hashem's Presence in the darkest of places. We hope you enjoy this shiur! Please remember to like, subscribe, and leave a comment below! FOR ALL CONTENT: https://linktr.ee/yaakovklein

Dec 09, 20241 hrEp. 98

Winter Doesn't Exist. (Sichos HaRan 98b)

As we continue our series in sefer Sichos HaRan, we learn an incredible concept about the dual creation of the world in both Tishrei and Nissan and the way in which exile, nighttime, and winter are merely the gestation periods of redemption, daytime, and summer. We hope you enjoy! Please consider liking this track, subscribing to the channel, leaving a comment, and sharing this shiur with family and friends! Let's increase the light of geulah together! Ashreinu! SOURCE SHEETS CAN BE FOUND HERE: ...

Oct 08, 202456 minEp. 96
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