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Bringing you recent lectures, classes, and programs from the Hadar Institute, Ta Shma is where you get to listen in on the beit midrash. Come and listen on the go, at home, or wherever you are. Hosted by Rabbi Avi Killip of the Hadar Institute.

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The word “vayigash” (“he approached”) opens one of the most dramatic scenes in the Torah: a climactic moment in the tense encounter between Yehudah, the brothers and Yosef, a moment in which the fate of the entire family rests on the words and action... more

For generations our relationship with God has been mediated through texts written almost entirely by men. In these sessions, Rabbi Avi Killip explores a collection of midrashim, written by contemporary Israeli women writers, exploring images of God t... more

Parashat Mikeitz teaches that dreams hold immense power: the power to bring downfall or renewal, life or death, destruction or creation, war or peace. This means that the way we, as human beings, pursue a dream—whether out of spiritual emptiness or f... more

One of the differences between the Hanukkah candles and the other significant candles in our religious practice, the Shabbat candles, is their location. While Shabbat candles are lit inside the house, in the private domain (or, the technical term: re... more

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Recent Guests

Rabbi Tali Adler
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Episode: R. Tali Adler: When Teshuvah Is or Should Be Impossible
Jeremy Tabick
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Episode: R. Micha'el Rosenberg on Purim: Costumes and the Eternal Self
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Episode: R. Micha'el Rosenberg on Tu Bishvat: “The One Who Brings Forth”
Dr. Nurit Hirschfeld-Skupinsky
Israeli scholar and writer who has experienced the horrors of October 7th firsthand.
Episode: R. Avi Strausberg: Midrashim of Destruction
Dena Weiss
Educator and speaker focused on Jewish law and spirituality
Episode: R. Dena Weiss: The Torah is in the Details
Rabbi Shai Held
President and Dean of the Hadar Institute, influential Jewish thinker
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Episode: R. Shai Held: Love, Compassion, and the Future of Jewish Life
Jamie Raskin
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Episode: R. Shai Held: Love, Compassion, and the Future of Jewish Life
Rabbi Avi Strausberg
A Jewish scholar providing insights on Jewish holidays
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Episode: R. Avi Strausberg on Yom HaZikaron/Yom Ha'Atzma’ut: At a Distance

Host

Rabbi Avi Killip
Host of a series of inspiring lectures and discussions on Jewish texts and contemporary issues. Killip engages listeners with thoughtful interpretations and invites a deeper understanding of tradition.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 120 ratings
  • Love this show

    It is refreshing, inspiring, and brief as well. When you need a quick lift in your day listen to Hadar institute

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    amandapix
    United States5 months ago
  • Favorite Jewish podcast

    This is my favorite Jewish podcast. Hadar makes such great content. I grew up in the Reform tradition and drifted away from Judaism as a young adult. Now I’m trying to reconnect and Hadar has been a great resource!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Jron1234
    United States10 months ago
  • Dennis Karpf

    Rabbi Kaunfer’s shiur on Vayigash of Judah’s drawing near to Joseph as a whisper as in the daily Amidah is profound and moving. In drawing near to G-d through our prayer and words of daily Amidah may we achieve achieve a whisper of echad. Well done.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    dennis.karpf
    United States3 years ago
  • Good material but it’s read, not said.

    If the format was a sermon or a shiur it would be far better in my opnion. Hearing an essay being read to me is sub-optimal.

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    RVWinvesting
    United States3 years ago
  • Great podcast

    Love Yitz Greenberg.

    Wish there was more content than once a week.

    Any more Shai Held, Ethan tucker etc?

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    יעקבחיים
    United States5 years ago

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Critiques mention technical issues and a desire for varied presentation formats, indicating some listeners prefer a more sermon-like style.
Overall, there's a strong sentiment of enjoyment and appreciation for the educational value and thought-provoking insights provided.
Many express gratitude for the connection it offers to Jewish learning, particularly praising the quality of the lectures and discussions.
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R. Shai Held on the Jewish Philanthropy Podcast: Judaism is About Love
Q: What is the role philanthropy can play in revitalizing Jewish conversations about God?
Philanthropy can support both retail opportunities for Jews to learn from thinkers in conversation and wholesale solutions to ensure rabbis are trained in Jewish theology to facilitate discussions about God effectively.
Rabbis Yitz Greenberg, Shai Held and Tali Adler: The Triumph of Life, and of Love
Q: What particular lessons from your Torah would you like to hold up in a post-October 7th world?
Rabbi Yitz emphasized the importance of taking power to protect life and responding to tragedy by creating more life and love, while Rabbi Shai highlighted the need to not let external evil diminish our commitment to love and the celebration of life.
R. Ethan Tucker: Covenant, Land, Power, and Responsibility
Q: How can there be a Jewish state that does not favor Jews and treats everyone equally?
You cannot have a state that is recognized as a manifestation of the promise of power to the Jewish people that does not hold itself accountable to caring for everyone under its rule in a basically equal way.
R. Leah Sarna and R. Tali Adler: The Torah of Pregnancy
Q: What was your experience like writing your own Torah for this that didn't exist when you marked that? Was that difficult?
Rabbanit Leah Sarna shared that the experience was incredibly isolating during the pandemic but was ultimately empowering as she realized that Jewish women have historically faced similar challenges, and she sought to connect with that shared experience through her writing.
R. Leah Sarna and R. Tali Adler: The Torah of Pregnancy
Q: Could you speak to us a little bit about where did this essay come from?
Rabbanit Leah Sarna explained that her essay originated from her desire to teach more about women's Torah learning, particularly around pregnancy, after experiencing compelling responses to early teachings she delivered.

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Exploring the intricacies of Jewish thought and tradition, this podcast features a range of lectures and discussions that invite listeners to engage with religious texts in contemporary contexts. Topics often revolve around biblical narratives, traditions, and the intersection of faith with modern life, emphasizing the importance of community, spirituality, and personal growth. Unique in its delivery, the podcast promotes an accessible and inviting atmosphere for learners, catering to those interested in deepening their understanding of Judaism and its teachings, whether they are at home, on the go, or seeking scholarly insight.

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