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Almost Daily Jewish Wisdom at Beit Hamidrash of Woodland Hills

Beit Hamidrash
Torah
Judaism
Lashon Harah
Beit Hamidrash Of Woodland Hills
Shabbat
Hashem
Tzitzit
Hanukkah
Tefillin
Moshe
Yaakov
Chanukah
Yom Kippur
Rosh Hashanah
Prayer
Jewish Community
Halacha
God
Mishkan
Jewish Prayer

The d'var Torah, also known as a "drash," is recorded almost daily at the minyanim at Beit Hamidrash of Woodland Hills, CA.

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Rav Asher Weiss
Rabbi and renowned Torah scholar
Rabbinic leadership in the Jewish community (LA)
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Rav Purkowski
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Episode: Last Day Candles
Yehuda Price
An individual who served time in prison and later converted to Judaism, known for his inspirational story.
Episode: Why Chofetz Chaim Wrote His Magnum Opus
Eliyahu Oron
A resident of Jerusalem seeking help for his family's medical issues.
Episode: Blessings on Beauty
Rabbi Royd
A Rabbi from the traveling Hasidim who promotes community unity.
Traveling Hasidim
Episode: Unity is Golden

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5.0 out of 5 stars from 4 ratings
  • Fantastic d'var Torah

    The level of erudition found in this small shul in Woodland Hills, CA speaks to the future of the Jewish people. Needless to say, the future is bright. Kol hakavod to all the rabbis and lay leaders.

    Apple Podcasts
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    Ed_Scissorhands
    United States12 years ago

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Audience appreciates the tight community focus and relatable anecdotes
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Praise for erudite, accessible Torah teaching and reverent delivery

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Ruthless
Q: Was Naomi's husband Moabite or Vogelit?
The host raises questions about Naomi's husband's background to frame Ruth's narrative and the broader question of identity in the Ruth story.
Omer Explained - R' Yaakov Joelson
Q: Is there a quick answer to this about why Hashem wants us to be spiritual in a physical world?
Yes—God desired a dwelling place in the lowest worlds, and our job is to reveal God's presence everywhere, which makes physical life compatible with spiritual growth.
Making the Omer Count
Q: So why is it that we don't say the Ebraha during the day, and then why do we say the Ebraha the following night?
Ultimately the explanation is that the counting of Svirat HaOmer is anchored to the beginning of each Jewish day, and maintaining the sequence is essential; the bracha on the count is only applicable when the mitzvah is being observed in sequence, which can require a daytime count to preserve continuity for the next night.
Va'Era: The Storm Before the Calm
Q: Is that the way people should look at negative things in their life? Is that that's clearing something? That's God's making space for advancement?
Yes, difficult situations provide an opportunity for growth and learning.
How to Tell If You Bought a Lemon
Q: Is it a sin to use it for food?
Eating it is absolutely a beautiful thing to do, such as making lemon tea.

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This show features concise, devotional Torah teachings delivered almost daily from a Woodland Hills minyan, with a steady focus on parsha-based lessons, Jewish ethics, and community action. Episodes commonly blend storytelling, midrashic insights, and practical guidance for everyday life, emphasizing unity, humility, and faith-based living. Noteworthy are the recurring themes of counting, Shavuot preparation, Shemitah observance, and personal growth within a close-knit religious community, making it a valuable listen for those seeking spiritual motivation alongside actionable Jewish practice.

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