Torah study

Practical guidelines for observing Shavuot based on the rulings of Rabbi Ovadia Yosef

Explore the essential laws for celebrating Shavuot with insights from Rabbi Ovadia Yosef's teachings

Noam, the 25-year-old son of the late Meir Banai, defines himself as secular, yet during the shiva for his father z"l, he shared, "Personally, I feel him here all the time. I don’t feel he left us at all. I'm not talking, of course, about how... the songs are immortalized and they will always remain. I literally mean his physical presence. I feel him here with me very tangibly."

The late Chief Rabbi of Israel, Rabbi Mordechai Eliyahu, explained why the custom of not studying Torah on Christmas should be abolished in Israel: "Certainly, one should not cancel Torah study for this reason."

Why is the Talmud written in Hebrew-Babylonian instead of just Hebrew? And why don't we establish a new Sanhedrin in our generation?

"Rabbi Moshe, pray for me. With all the pain, only the Torah sustains me," said the late Rabbi Ovadia Yosef to Rabbi Moshe Klein, the Rabbi of the 'Hadassah' medical centers. A year and a half after Rabbi Ovadia's passing, Rabbi Klein speaks for the first time. Moments before the surgery, the call before Rosh Hashanah, and the immense dedication while lying down. And also: the story of the brown armchair. First publication.

Aharon Ze'ev Bernstein began studying illustration professionally only after his marriage, when he sought a way to earn a living. On the harmony among ultra-Orthodox illustrators, the feedback and questions he receives, and his clear life priorities: Torah first, then art.

Amir Benayoun in a candid personal interview: about his talented children, the potential in internet albums, mixed feelings about his new album "Storm", and his unwavering commitment to Torah study.

With the Shemitah year approaching, a touching new initiative reveals that over 500 farmers are learning the laws of Shemitah through a unique phone partnership program. Learn how the government both supports and hinders Shemitah observance, and why it represents true sacrifice from farmers.

Exploring the profound influence and heritage of Rabbi Yosef Chaim, the Ben Ish Chai, who passed away on the 13th of Elul.

Blessed initiatives are sprouting one after another in preparation for the Shemitah year. A network of kollels will be established allowing farmers to study Torah. In Bnei Brak, special bins for fruits with Shemitah sanctity will be distributed across 100 locations.

Introducing our new section: Judaism Questionnaire+. Our first guest is Avishai Shitrit, who shares his first Jewish memory, reveals which biblical figure he'd like to meet, and explains why he particularly looks forward to Passover.

In the realm of Jewish thought, no fixed patterns or clear framework have been established. However, one must not view Jewish philosophy as an open field where any opinion can take root...

I have a desire to study Kabbalah, but I understand that it's not permitted for everyone. What are the requirements?

Akiva was initially embarrassed to start studying, as he was at a level that required learning alongside children. However, Rachel encouraged him, and he began learning with his son—starting from scratch.

He was the driving force behind the creation of the Shas party, founded the Haredi newspaper 'Yated Ne'eman', and was deeply involved in pivotal political issues. Yet, he was neither a minister nor a member of the Knesset. Who, then, was Rabbi Elazar Menachem Man Shach zt"l, one of the towering figures of recent generations, whose teachings and leadership continue to resonate through time?