Torah Cafe
Zalman GordonA discussion on a topic from the week's Parsha covering many important parts of Judaism that are not regularly addressed.
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 400 | Founded | 7 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | Religion & SpiritualityJudaism | |||
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Sometimes, fulfilling one Torah commandment requires violating another. For example, if a baby is born on Shabbat, then the eighth day will be the following Shabbat. Circumcising the child violates the prohibition against drawing blood on Shabbat. Wh... more
The Torah prohibits us from eating or even owning Chametz, leavened grain products on Passover. However Ashkenazic Jews are careful not to eat any beans or legumes on the holiday. How did this custom begin? What is the reason for it? Why do many Saph... more
As people age, they tend to slow down. In today's culture, people work for decades towards retirement when they can stop working altogether and just relax.
The Rebbe, took a very different approach. He believed that as long as we are alive and have... more
Salt is a crucial mineral for human health and for nature. Salt also plays a prominent role in Judaism. We salt meat with salt. Salt was widely used in sacrifices at the Temple in Jerusalem. We dip our bread in salt. And the priestly covenant with G-... more
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- Absolutely love the lessons!
Rabbi Zalman Gordon is very gifted, his teachings and lessons are true gems. Thank you!
Apple Podcasts5Ktol77
United States3 years ago - Best Jewish podcast on iTunes
I listen to a significant number of podcasts, especially on Judaism, and this is hands down the most educative and entertaining of all I’ve come across. A plus is that the rabbi presents unbiased approach to Halacha, which is difficult to find nowadays.
Apple Podcasts5loriannervUnited States5 years ago - Absolutely love the lessons!
Rabbi Zalman is very gifted, his teachings and lessons are true gems. Thank you!
Apple Podcasts5Ktol77United States6 years ago - Great life lessons!
Each episode is a wealth of knowledge. Thank you.
Apple Podcasts51MarkAntonioUnited States7 years ago
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Apple Podcasts | #195 | United States/Religion & Spirituality/Judaism |
Apple Podcasts | #165 |  Germany/Religion & Spirituality/Judaism |
Apple Podcasts | #7 |  Ireland/Religion & Spirituality/Judaism |
Apple Podcasts | #19 |  India/Religion & Spirituality/Judaism |
Apple Podcasts | #41 |  Austria/Religion & Spirituality/Judaism |
Apple Podcasts | #92 |  Netherlands/Religion & Spirituality/Judaism |
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What is Torah Cafe about and what kind of topics does it cover?
A thoughtful, history-forward discussion of Jewish texts, history, and practice, with episodes ranging from the Lost Tribes narratives to the rituals and laws that shape daily Jewish life. The show blends scholarly context with storytelling, drawing on midrash, medieval history, and contemporary questions in Halacha and tradition. Guests tend to be historians, rabbis, and scholars who illuminate obscure topics (like ancient temple history, the Cairo Geniza, or Shabbat rituals) while linking them to modern observance. Listeners likely enjoy rigorous exploration of Jewish ideas, practical takeaways for living Jewishly, and a reverent curiosity about how past narratives influence present identity. A notable strength is its ability to pair hist... more
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Recent guests on Torah Cafe include:
1. Eldad Haddani
2. Rav Tzemach Gaon
3. Hasdai ibn Shaprut
4. Joseph (King of Kusar)
5. Meir Chazen
6. Menashe ben Israel
7. Antonio de Montesinos
8. David Haruveni
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