Podcast
Doing Jewish
Hosted by Rabbi Avi Farkas · EN
Are you wondering if being Jewish is more than just an identity? Do you "do" Jewish but have no idea why you do the things that you do? Do you want to know the answers when your children ask questions about their Judaism?
If you answered yes to any of the above you have come to the right place. Here we discuss the what and the why of Jewish customs and practices. It's not enough to know what or how, one must also understand the meaning of each practice to grasp their significance.
Rabbi Avi Farkas is the director of Ignite757 in Tidewater, the outreach division of the Norfolk Kollel.
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Shabbat, Looking beyond Ourselves
Jul 8, 202400:25:30Tap to summarizePeople tend to think about themselves far more than they think about others. Selfishness is the root cause of all strife and violence. Shabbat offers an alternate way of thinking that enables us to overcome this source of evil as well as have a positive effect on many other areas of our lives.
Transcribe →Unmasking the Miracle of Purim
Mar 22, 202400:40:59Tap to summarizelearn the purpose miracles played in the Bible and Why we don't see any miracles today. There is no better way to understand hidden miracles than taking a closer look at the Purim story.
Transcribe →Shabbat Fundamentals
Feb 28, 202400:23:31Tap to summarizeWhat is Shabbat observance? What is the meaning of "Shabbat is a day of rest" if Shabbat observance is so difficult? Why does G-d care if I turn on the lights or drive a car on Shabbat? Learn the answers to these and many more questions that come up when discussing Shabbat observance.
Transcribe →Is the Talmud Still Relevant?
Feb 12, 202400:09:22Tap to summarizeThe world has evolved since the Talmud was written, and Judaism should also evolve. Is there any reason to still study an ancient text about damaging oxen?
Transcribe →Taking and Baking Challah
Jan 28, 202400:15:34Tap to summarizeEverything you need to know about the origins of challah, the significance it plays in Jewish tradition, and why so many Jewish women stretch themselves every week to bake this special bread. We go through the basics and even get into some of the deeper meanings of the connection between challah and Shabbat.
Transcribe →Connecting with Your Kids
Jan 18, 202400:09:41Tap to summarizeDo you want to connect with your children on an emotional level? Do you forget about your children's needs during your busy week? Learn how the timeless tradition of blessing our children on Friday night pushes us to notice our children and foster a connection that they will remember forever.
Transcribe →Why Kiddush?
Nov 19, 202300:11:22Tap to summarizeA brief overview of the Shabbat Kiddush, the blessing that Jews make over a glass of wine on Friday night. We discuss the deeper meaning behind Kiddush, as well as some basic laws of Kiddush.
Transcribe →Shabbat Candles
Nov 3, 202300:07:33Tap to summarizeA brief overview of why Jews light Shabbat candles Friday afternoon.
Transcribe →Intro to "Doing Jewish"
Nov 3, 202300:01:18Tap to summarizeThe discussion here is all about the "why". I want you to understand the meaning behind Jewish practices so that you can understand what you are doing and have a deeper appreciation for them. Every custom in Judaism has a meaning and a purpose, join me to find out what they are.
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