Simply Deep
Elie FederAlthough the words of the Torah, Chazal, and Rishonim may at times seem simple, they are deeply layered with profound insights and lessons. This podcast explores the hidden depths beneath seemingly straightforward statements in Rashi, Aggadata, and other Torah sources.
| Publishes | Twice weekly | Episodes | 367 | Founded | 4 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | JudaismReligion & Spirituality | |||
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Parshas Shelach: After the sin of the spies, Moshe begged Hashem to make His strength great, as He had previously said, “Hashem, who is slow to anger…” Rashi (Bamidbar 14:17-18) explains that this tefilla was based on a previous dialogue between Mosh... more
Rashi (Bamidbar 12:4) explains how Hashem miraculously simultaneously spoke to Moshe, Aharon, and Miriam in order to rebuke Aharon and Miriam for speaking against Moshe. Because they hadn’t been Tahor from being with their spouses, they couldn’t hand... more
The Gemara in Sanhedrin 92a-b discusses nine different approaches to understanding the Dry Bones Nevuah of Yechezkel 37, including whether it was literal or metaphorical, and who the resurrected people were.
Parshas Naso: We follow Rashi’s path (Bamidbar 5:15-17) in explaining the details of the Minchas Sotah, the sacrifice brought by the suspected adulteress. We derive relevant lessons about the allure of sexual sins and how to avoid them.
The Gemara in Shabbos 88b discusses a lengthy argument between Moshe and the Malachim whether man was fitting to receive the Torah.
The Gemara in Sanhedrin 100a tells a story of Rav Yochanan claiming that in the future, the gates of Yerushalayim will be massive pearls (30x30 Amos) that are hollowed out. When a student mocked this claim, he ended up seeing angels actually hollowin... more
When quoting your parent after their death, the Gemara in kiddushin 31b says that it’s kavod for you to say “I should be an atonement for their bed.” What does this mean? Rashi says that you’re asking for the punishment for their sins to come upon yo... more
The Gemara in Menachos 68b discusses a question Rav Tarfon asked in the Beis Midrash: why is a korban brought before the Omer passul while one brought before the shtei halechem, while not allowed, is kasher. After Yehuda bar Nechemia gave the correct... more
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The show examines the deeper layers beneath seemingly straightforward Torah statements, using sources like Rashi, Aggadata, and various Rishonim to reveal how classical texts convey nuanced meanings. Episodes span topics from the pedagogy of study, the balance between textual analysis and practical application, to the interplay of Chazal interpretations with later medieval and modern perspectives. A defining strength is the methodical, dialectical approach: guests and hosts challenge assumptions, debate interpretations, and connect ancient arguments to contemporary learning and teaching contexts. This combative yet respectful discourse—grounded in traditional sources—offers listeners a structured path to sharpen their own Torah study and cr... more
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