Practical Parenting - Self Esteem (Part 2)

Nitzotzos: Thoughts to keep your spark alive

Nitzotzos: Thoughts to keep your spark alive

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At the end of the shiur you ought to be able to answer the following questions clearly and concisely:

If a child anticipates losing, what is driving that belief?
What are some parenting strategies you can employ in order for your child to value the process and not only the result?
Explain how empathy from a parent helps the child develop a strong identity.
What are some of the strategies we can employ to let our child know that we understand them?

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Nitzotzos: Thoughts to keep your spark alive

Practical Parenting - Self Esteem (Part 2)

Nitzotzos: Thoughts to keep your spark alive

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MP3•خانه قسمت

At the end of the shiur you ought to be able to answer the following questions clearly and concisely:

If a child anticipates losing, what is driving that belief?
What are some parenting strategies you can employ in order for your child to value the process and not only the result?
Explain how empathy from a parent helps the child develop a strong identity.
What are some of the strategies we can employ to let our child know that we understand them?

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Nitzotzos: Thoughts to keep your spark alive

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Bamidbar - Creativity and Surrender 30:44

۷ hours پیش30:44

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In this shiur, delivered in Ba'er Miriam, Rav Burg explains the inner meaning of the Maamar Chazal that says that Nadav aneand Avihu sinned because they did not have children. When we have an outlet for our creativity, we have a greater capacity for surrender.

Nitzotzos: Thoughts to keep your spark alive

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Bechukosai - Family Can Always Raid the Fridge 35:50

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In this shiur, delivered in Tomer Devorah, Rav Burg explains the inner connection between Ameilus B'Torah and Shemita.

Nitzotzos: Thoughts to keep your spark alive

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Bechukosai - Worse Than Anger, Apathy 27:51

۶ روز پیش27:51

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In this shiur, delivered in Sharfmans, Rav Burg explains why the ultimate punishment is not for our anger with Hashem but with our apathy.

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Behar - Robbing the Poor of their Dignity (Say Good Morning!) 39:02

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In this shiur, delivered in Ba'er Miriam, Rav Burg explains why when we fail to return someone's greeting we are robbing them of their dignity and sending them on a downwards spiral.

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Shavuos - You're Not Broken 47:06

۸ روز پیش47:06

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In this shiur, delivered in Aish HaTorah to the Chizuk Mission, Rav Burg explains the inner meaning of Matan Torah. At Matan Torah there was no echo because all of the world revealed itself to be an expression of the Dvar Hashem. Though the world reverted back to its previous state, it years to be its authentic self. Our mission is to reveal the true essence of everything in this world. Though the world in its fragmented state clings to us in a way that we feel drags us down, it does so because it yearns to be connected to Hashem. This is true not only of the material world but even of the broken parts of ourselves.…

Nitzotzos: Thoughts to keep your spark alive

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Lag Ba’Omer - The Secret of Beginning Again 13:24

13 روز پیش13:24

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In this shmooze, delivered at the joint Mevaseret/Shaalvim Lag Ba’Omer event, Rav Burg explains how Rav Akiva was able to begin again even after he lost 24000 talmidim. Rav Shimon Bar Yochai reveals that even unimaginable suffering can be a gift when used correctly.

Nitzotzos: Thoughts to keep your spark alive

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Emor/Shavuos - When We Feel So Distant From Hashem 30:34

13 روز پیش30:34

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In this shiur, delivered in Sharfmans, Rav Burg explains the inner meaning of the Kohen Baal Mum. Sometimes we feel like a Kohen, chosen for a greater mission. Sometimes we feel like a Baal Mum, like we are damaged goods. A foreigner, unworthy of doing the Avodah in the Beis HaMikdash. The Kohen Baal Mum asks the question, Hashem why did you make me feel so distant from You?!? The answer to this question lies in the essence of Shavuos.…

Nitzotzos: Thoughts to keep your spark alive

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Emor - Making Space In Yourself For Another 39:30

14 روز پیش39:30

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In this shiur, delivered in Ba'er Miriam, Rav Burg explains the true definition of love. When Hashem created the world, He pulled Himself back to create space for us to exist. In our relationships, we have the opportunity to act like Hashem and pull ourselves back to create space for another. We are often afraid to do so because we lack a deep connection to our infinite Godly souls. When we play the game of life with an infinite amount of "poker chips" we are strong enough to pull back and give ourselves to another.…

Nitzotzos: Thoughts to keep your spark alive

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Sefiras HaOmer - The Inner Essence of Kavod 48:29

24 روز پیش48:29

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In this shiur, delivered in Tomer Devorah, Rav Burg explains the inner meaning of Kavod. Kavod does not mean approval, recognition, appreciation or honor. On one level it means the substance of a person. The awareness of the Godliness that resides within each and every one of us. On a deeper level it means the immeasurable preciousness that the Ribono Shel Olam has for every single Jew.…

Nitzotzos: Thoughts to keep your spark alive

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Tazria-Metzora: Seeing The Complete Person And All Of Their Beauty 48:25

27 روز پیش48:25

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In this shiur, delivered in Tomer Devorah, Rav Burg examines many of the halachos of the Metzora and explains the inner nature of each one. When we take a snapshot of someone, defining them without context by their lowest moments, we fail to capture the full picture of who they are.

Nitzotzos: Thoughts to keep your spark alive

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Sefiras HaOmer: Finding Menucha in Chaotic Times 28:22

27 روز پیش28:22

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In this shmooze, delivered at Mevaseret Mishmar, Rav Burg explains the inner meaning of Sefiras HaOmer and the connection to Shabbos. Only when we find serenity can we dream and only when we can dream can we receive the Torah.

Nitzotzos: Thoughts to keep your spark alive

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Tazria-Metzora: Not Just Being But Becoming Tahor 41:15

27 روز پیش41:15

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In this shiur, delivered in Ba'er Miriam, Rav Burg explains the inner meaning of the Niddah cycle. The halacha of the mother who gives birth to a baby boy and gives her son a Bris represents the Torah of man. We are not meant to live in a state of Tahara but to achieve a state of Tahara. In this way we rectify the sin of Adam HaRishon.…

Nitzotzos: Thoughts to keep your spark alive

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Shemini - When We Are Merciful To The Cruel: Creating Healthy Boundaries 35:17

۵ weeks پیش35:17

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In this shiur, delivered in Ba'er Miriam, Rav Burg explores the inner nature of the Racham bird. In today's day and age it is popular to put things in "context" in order to find compassion for those who commit atrocities. Ultimately this leads to the development of a cruel society. Similarly, in relationships, while there is often value in being compassionate, we must learn to create healthy boundaries when someone is showing up in ways that are inappropriate and make us feel unsafe. The Racham bird may be compassionate, but it's compassionate even to the cruel.…

Nitzotzos: Thoughts to keep your spark alive

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Shemini - Seeing the Godliness in Ourselves Even When We Have Stumbled 27:06

۵ weeks پیش27:06

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In this shmooze, delivered at Mevaseret Mishmar, Rav Burg explores three different Torah’s around the halachos of Kashrus in animals. The Kli Yakar explains that we must be careful about our surrounding influences. Rav Yisrael Salanter teaches that we can never write off another Jew. The Chida explains that we need to define people by their core positivity. And if this is true about how we relate to others, it is certainly the way we need to relate to ourselves.…

Nitzotzos: Thoughts to keep your spark alive

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Shemini - Are We Serving Hashem or Serving Ourselves? 37:00

۵ weeks پیش37:00

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In this shiur, delivered in Sharfmans, Rav Burg explains the inner nature of the sin of Nadav and Avihu. What does it mean that they were drunk? Why is Ahron HaKohen told to communicate the issur about being drunk in the Mishkan for all generations? There is a difference between religious and spiritual. Religion is about serving Hashem the way He wants to be served. Spirituality is about serving Hashem with all of our heart. When we combine being religious and spiritual is when we are truly serving Hashem wholeheartedly.…

Nitzotzos: Thoughts to keep your spark alive

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Pesach - Mashiach: Bnei Ephraim Paves the Way 29:24

۶ weeks پیش29:24

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In this shiur, Rav Burg explains (based on a Torah from the Shvilei Pinchas) the secret of the Bnei Ephraim leaving Mitzrayim 30 years too early. What was their thought process? What was their mistake? Why does Hashem say that He will avenge their blood if they made a mistake?

Nitzotzos: Thoughts to keep your spark alive

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Pesach - Ha Lachma Anya - This Is The Bread of Chesed 52:15

۷ weeks پیش52:15

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In this shiur, delivered in Ba'er Miriam on Erev Pesach, Rav Burg explains the inner meaning of Ha Lachma Anya. Only through pure Chesed will Klal Yisrael ultimately be redeemed.

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Vayikra - Drawing Close to Hashem in the Physical World 25:43

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In this shiur Rav Burg explains the deeper meaning of the small Aleph at the beginning of Vayikra. When we humble ourselves and the world then we reveal the inner essence of Hashem that the material world is rooted in. Only when we harmonize the physical and the spiritual world are we fulfilling the mission for which we were created.…

Nitzotzos: Thoughts to keep your spark alive

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Pesach - Restoring Dignity and Responsibility 41:05

۹ weeks پیش41:05

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In this shiur, delivered in Tomer Devorah, Rav Burg explains why Hashem wanted Klal Yisrael to avoid the Pelishtim as they left Mitzrayim, why the first Mitzvah Klal Yisrael received was freeing slaves and why on the precipice of entering Eretz Yisrael, Moshe Rabbeinu reminds Klal Yisrael of the fears they experienced when they left Mitzrayim. To be a slave in Mitzrayim means to lose all sense of dignity and agency over one's life. The process of taking Klal Yisrael out of Mitzrayim is restoring their dignity and giving them a sense of responsibility for their lives.…

Nitzotzos: Thoughts to keep your spark alive

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Pekudei - Building a Relationship with Hashem 35:43

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In this shiur, delivered in Sharfmans, Rav Burg uses several different aspects of the Mishkan to explore how we can build a relationship with Hashem.

Nitzotzos: Thoughts to keep your spark alive

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Pesach - The Birth of a Nation 33:31

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In this shiur, delivered in Ba'er Miriam, Rav Burg explains the deeper meaning of Yetzias Mitzrayim. More than just Hashem overpowering Pharaoh, Hashem took Klal Yisrael out from the womb of Mitzrayim and birthed us into a nation.

Nitzotzos: Thoughts to keep your spark alive

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Vayakhel - Making Space for the Copper Jews 21:09

10 weeks پیش21:09

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In this shiur, delivered at Mevaseret Mishmar "Unplugged" (last Mishmar of the Zman), Rav Burg shared a Vort from the Noviminsker Rebbe zt"l who explains why in the Mishkan they collected not only gold and silver but even copper. A Yeshiva is a place where even boys who don't obviously shine are a cherished part of the Yeshiva. Only when we value the copper Talmidim can we be considered a true Mishkan.…

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Vayakhel - Turning the Week Into Shabbos 41:57

10 weeks پیش41:57

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In this shiur, delivered in Ba'er Miriam, Rav Burg explains the inner connection between Shabbos and the Mishkan. Our responsibility is to build a vessel and to relinquish control to Hashem that He will fill our vessel with Divine blessings. In this way we let go of the anxiety of taking responsibility for the outcome of Parnasa. At this level even our weekdays take on an element of Shabbos.…

Nitzotzos: Thoughts to keep your spark alive

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Purim - Living Life on Fire 33:03

11 weeks پیش33:03

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In this shiur, delivered in Aish Gesher for Women, Rav Burg explains the inner meaning of why Esther HaMalka insisted that Purim be established as a Yom Tov and Megillas Esther be included in Tanach. When we understand the secret of the Machtzis Hashekel being a coin of fire, that we have a mission for which we are created, that Hashem loves us eternally and that small actions make a big difference, we recognize that we are all writing a Megillah for generations to come.…

Nitzotzos: Thoughts to keep your spark alive

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Purim - Celebrating Purim As The Slaves of Achashverosh (While Still in the Middle of War) 1:06:19

12 weeks پیش1:06:19

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In this shiur, delivered Motzai Shabbos in the Lubat home in Ramat Beit Shemesh, Rav Burg explains the inner meaning Ora, Simcha, Sasson and Yikar and addresses how we can celebrate Purim amidst all of the tragedy that we have faced and while our war is still ongoing.

Nitzotzos: Thoughts to keep your spark alive

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Purim / Hilula of Moshe Rabbeinu - The Secret of Jewish Survival 30:59

12 weeks پیش30:59

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In this shmooze, delivered at the pre-Purim / Hilula of Moshe Rabbeinu Mevaseret Mishmar, Rav Burg explains the significance of the fact that Haman rejoiced over the fact that the lottery fell out in Adar, the month when Moshe Rabbeinu passed away. Haman failed to realize that in Yiddishkeit death is just the beginning of new life.…

Nitzotzos: Thoughts to keep your spark alive

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Tetzaveh - Hashem Wants To Hear From You! 31:59

12 weeks پیش31:59

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In this shiur, delivered in Sharfmans, Rav Burg explains the inner meaning of the noise that the Kohen Gadol's clothing makes upon entering the Beis HaMikdash. There is a difference between guilt and shame. When we feel shame we feel unworthy of love and connection. When we feel guilt we are tapped into our true self which is essentially connected to Hashem. That bond can never be broken and Hashem always wants to hear from us no matter how far we have strayed.…

Nitzotzos: Thoughts to keep your spark alive

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Tetzaveh - Discovering the Spark of Moshe Rabbeinu in Ourselves 35:22

12 weeks پیش35:22

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In this shiur, delivered in Ba'er Miriam, Rav Burg explains (based on a Sicha from the Lubavitcher Rebbe) the inner meaning of why Moshe Rabbeinu's name is missing in this week’s parsha. We all carry within our own souls a spark of Moshe Rabbeinu. When we define ourselves by our essential self we tap into that spark and transform our service of Hashem.…

Nitzotzos: Thoughts to keep your spark alive

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Purim - Discovering Our Light Within The Darkness 50:57

12 weeks پیش50:57

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In this shiur, delivered in Aish HaTorah to the Chizuk Mission, Rav Burg explains the inner meaning of the halachos of how we read the Megillah, how we roll the Megillah and the tenses of the Brachos. Esther is the bechina of the greatest possible concealment, which is where she discovers her truest self.…

Nitzotzos: Thoughts to keep your spark alive

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Hineini - Standing Ready To Do The Impossible 52:32

12 weeks پیش52:32

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In this shiur, delivered to Darchei Binah on the occasion of their 30th day of being social media free, Rav Burg explains the inner meaning of the word Hineini. Hineini means to stand with humility and bravely face the impossible. As we let go of distractions in our lives we become more present in reality and have the capacity to live Hineini lives.…

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Terumah - Transforming The World One Donation At A Time 24:41

13 weeks پیش24:41

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In this shiur, delivered in Sharfmans, Rav Burg explains why this Parsha is named Terumah and not Mishkan. To make a lasting and meaningful change in this world, the transformation needs to come from below. As we become givers, the world becomes a dwelling place for Hashem.

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Terumah - When We Hate the Ones We Love 37:18

13 weeks پیش37:18

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In this shiur, delivered in Tomer Devorah, Rav Burg explains the inner meaning of the Keruvim standing in an intimate embrace as the Beis HaMikdash is being destroyed. The secret of Sinas Chinam is that we only hate because we love.

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Terumah - Discovering the Essence in Every Mitzvah 30:01

13 weeks پیش30:01

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In this shiur, delivered in Ba'er Miriam, Rav Burg explains (based on the Kedushas Levi) why the Aron containing the Luchos is mentioned twice and why the rods in the Aron were not allowed to be removed. The Luchos represent the essence of our relationship with Hashem. Sometimes our Yiddishkeit can feel disjointed. Mitzvos may feel like they stand alone, separate from our mission to be Davek to Hashem. The Aron must be portable, revealing the essence in every single Mitzvah.…

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Purim - Confronting Antisemitism in Modern Times 57:33

13 weeks پیش57:33

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In this shiur, delivered to the Chizuk Mission in Aish HaTorah in Yerushalayim, Rav Burg explores the inner essence of antisemitism and how we claim our Jewish identity in the darkest of times. We have a choice - fulfill the hole we have in ourselves with power or with submission to Hashem. Ultimately, our choice to submit represents a threat to those who seek power.…

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Mishpatim - A Response to the Latest Evil of Hamas 40:59

14 weeks پیش40:59

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In this shiur, delivered at the Ramada Hotel to the Daily Giving Learn a Thon, Rav Burg explains how Klal Yisrael is in its essence a nation of Chesed while our enemies seek out new ways to inflict cruelty upon us.

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Mishpatim - If It Doesn't Include Chesed, It's Not Torah 35:01

14 weeks پیش35:01

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In this shiur, delivered in Ba'er Miriam, Rav Burg explains why in the middle of Kabbalas HaTorah the Torah "interrupts" the narrative to give the civil laws of Parshas Mishpatim. How we engage in our interpersonal relationships is critical to Kabbalas HaTorah and our mission as Jews.

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Yisro - Communicating The Essence 52:43

15 weeks پیش52:43

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In this shiur, delivered at Stern College, Rav Burg explains the inner connection between being misameach a Chasan and a Kallah and meriting the Five Kolos of Torah.

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Raising Children in Turbulent Times 1:03:35

15 weeks پیش1:03:35

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In this shiur, delivered to the Nshei of KBH in North Woodmere, Rav Burg explores the nature of raising children to feel securely attached.

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Shevat - Finding Unity in Diversity 42:31

15 weeks پیش42:31

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In this shiur, delivered in the Hirsch home in Los Angeles to the Chizuk Mission, Rav Burg explains why for the last month kf Moshe Rabbeinu's life, Chodesh Shevat, he translated the Torah into seventy languages.

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Tu B'Shvat - Soul Actualization 32:13

16 weeks پیش32:13

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In this shiur, delivered at the Mashiach home in Chicago, Rav Burg explains the inner connection between man being described as a tree in the field and the egla arufa. Our soul expresses itself most deeply when it does a Mitzvah. Self actualization means not only that we are productive people but that our soul is able to fulfill its purpose.…

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Beshalach - Remembering Amalek 59:52

16 weeks پیش59:52

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In this shiur, delivered in the Valley in Los Angeles, Rav Burg explains the inner workings of how we can leave our personal Mitzrayim and yet still be stuck before we arrive at our personal Har Sinai. Truth can defeat falsehood but it cannot necessarily overcome apathy. When we don't care we have to move beyond logic and tap into the essence of our soul. This movement becomes the vehicle for achieving our own Kabbalas HaTorah.…

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Bo - The Restoration of Hope 32:35

17 weeks پیش32:35

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In this shiur, delivered in Sharfmans, Rav Burg explains why Klal Yisrael prostrated themselves after hearing the Mitzvah of Korban Pesach. Only when Klal Yisrael has their hope for a future restored can they truly be mekabel on themselves to serve Hashem.

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Bo - Slapping Pharaoh in the Face 51:29

17 weeks پیش51:29

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In this shiur, delivered in Mevaseret, Rav Burg explains why only after Makkas Choshech did Pharaoh and Moshe become angry with one another. What was the value in Moshe Rabbeinu slapping Pharaoh in the face? The ten Makkos are meant to rectify the ten dimensions of the soul. In this shiur each Makkah is explored so as to understand why everything changed after Choshech.…

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Bo - Midnight Madness: The Revelation of the Essence 39:47

17 weeks پیش39:47

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In this shiur, delivered in Ba'er Miriam, Rav Burg explains (based on a Sicha from the Lubavitcher Rebbe zt"l) why Makkas Bechoros specifically happens at midnight and why Klal Yisrael needed a special protection during this plague. Hashem chooses Klal Yisrael from the essence of His being. Through the Mitzvah of Bris Mila and Korban Pesach we reveal our own essence thus drawing Hashem's essence into our world.…

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Vaeira - The Wisdom of the Heart 46:37

18 weeks پیش46:37

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In this shiur, delivered in Tomer Devorah, Rav Burg explains (based on a Torah from the Lubavitcher Rebbe zt"l) why Rashi reminds us that Avraham, Yitzchak and Yaakov are the Avos. Moshe Rabbeinu learns that Hashem is trying to communicate His essence to Klal Yisrael and that can only happen as Klal Yisrael discovers their own essence. While the mind will always ask questions, the heart understands what the mind cannot.…

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Vaeira - Introducing Our Ego to Hashem 28:56

18 weeks پیش28:56

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In this shmooze, delivered at Mevaseret Mishmar, Rav Burg explains why Moshe Rabbeinu spoke to to Pharoah despite the fact that Pharaoh could not understand him and Ahron HaKohen would be interpreting. In order to overcome our ego it needs to be introduced to Hashem. Only afterwards can we employ our faculty of reason.…

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Shemos - Tracht Gut! 38:13

19 weeks پیش38:13

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In this shiur, delivered in Tomer Devorah, Rav Burg explains (based on a Sicha from the Lubavitcher Rebbe zt"l) why the Torah tells us that Moshe Rabbeinu was afraid despite the fact that it doesn't seem to advance the narrative of the story in any way. The way we perceive the world becomes the reality we live in. When we think good, when we have Bitachon in Hashem, we create a positive reality.…

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Shemos - Feeling The Pain of Another Jew 25:33

19 weeks پیش25:33

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In this shmooze, delivered at Mevaseret Mishmar, Rav Burg explains the inner connection between the death of Yosef HaTzaddik and the Bracha of Moshe Rabbeinu to Yosef thay references Hashem as dwelling in the Sneh. We enter into Golus when we stop taking responsibility for each other and we leave Golus when we feel the pain of our fellow Jew.…

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Shnayim Mikra: Falling in Love with Torah 23:32

20 weeks پیش23:32

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In this shmooze, delivered in Mevaseret at the Shnayim Mikra Melava Malka Siyum, Rav Burg explains the inner meaning of why we say the pesukim not just once but twice, why there is a special emphasis on completing Shnayim Mikra with the Tzibbur and why it lengthens our lives.

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Asarah B'Teves - A Day That Hangs in the Balance 43:37

20 weeks پیش43:37

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In this shiur, delivered in Tomer Devorah, Rav Burg explains why Asarah B'Teves would obligate us to fast even on Shabbos, the connection between Asarah B'Teves and Yosef HaTzaddik and the inner nature of a siege. On Asarah B'Teves Hashem revisits the decision of whether the churban will continue and how we relate to every other Jew decides our fate.…

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Vayechi - Feeling the Pain of Another 33:46

20 weeks پیش33:46

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In this shiur, delivered in Sharfmans, Rav Burg explains (based on a Torah from Rav Yaakov Kaminetsky zt"l) why Shimon and Levi were assigned to become the Rabbeim and the Sofrim of Klal Yisrael. True, they were criticized by Yaakov Avinu for being overly zealous in killing the inhabitants of Shechem, but they were motivated by the pain they felt for their sister. They needed to be separated to avoid future destruction but they had the makings of great Mechanchim and transmitters of Torah.…

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Vayechi - Finding Our Emotional Footing in Exile 39:41

20 weeks پیش39:41

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In this shiur, delivered in Ba'er Miriam, Rav Burg explains the meaning of the fact that Parshas Vayechi is setumah (a closed parsha). The eyes and heart of Klal Yisrael became closed when Yaakov Avinu passed away beginning the exile in Mitzrayim. Knowing that we are deeply rooted allows us to find our emotional footing and reclaim our vision even in difficult times.…

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Vayigash - A Yeshiva for the Imperfect 28:24

21 weeks پیش28:24

28:24

In this shiur, delivered at the Almuni Mevaseret Mishmar, Rav Burg explains why it was specifically Yehuda who was sent to establish a Yeshiva in Goshen. While Levi was the Rosh Yeshiva, only Yehuda who had a great enough sense of self to be able to admit to his wrongdoings with Tamar, could establish a Yeshiva in Goshen. Only Yehuda could create a Yeshiva built on kindness and compassion.…

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Vayigash - Finding Faith in Exile 38:43

21 weeks پیش38:43

38:43

In this shiur, delivered in Tomer Devorah, Rav Burg explains how the purpose of going into Golus was to bridge the gap between the Avos and Klal Yisrael in order to pass on the pristine emunah that they had achieved.

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Chanukah - The Beauty of Hod: Substance over Surface 50:39

21 weeks پیش50:39

50:39

In this shiur, delivered at the Michlala Chanukah "Culture" Yom Iyun, Rav Burg explains the inner meaning of the word Hod. There is surface beauty that reflects the inner beauty of a person and then there is a beauty that is so awesome that it cannot be captured by the vessel that attempts to contain it. The miracle of Chanukah is that the inner beauty bursts forth and overwhelms the container.…

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Miketz - Standing in Submission to Hashem 32:24

22 weeks پیش32:24

32:24

In this shiur, delivered in Ba'er Miriam, Rav Burg explores the difference between the dreams of Pharoah and the dreams of Yaakov Avinu. Pharaoh dreams that he is standing above the Nile River, Yaakov dreams that Hashem is standing above him. When we dream that we are above God we go back to sleep. When we dream that God is standing above us we are obligated to fulfill the mission for which we were created.…

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Yud Tes Kislev / Vayeishev - Hashem is Obsessed With You 26:55

23 weeks پیش26:55

26:55

In this shiur, delivered at the Mevaseret Yud Tes Kislev Fabrengen, Rav Burg explains how Hashem writes down all of our Mitzvos and has incredible nachas from us. The Baal Shem Tov came down into this world to remind us that each and every Yid is the beloved child of Hashem and how He can't stop talking about even our smallest Mitzvos.…

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Vayeishev - Making Meaningful and Lasting Change 40:41

23 weeks پیش40:41

40:41

In this shiur, delivered in Tomer Devorah, Rav Burg explores the symmetry of the story of Yosef HaTzaddik. When Yosef truly examines his life and does the real work of being in self, not only does his own life change but the lives of his brothers change as well.

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Vayeishev - Uniting the Shevatim 44:03

23 weeks پیش44:03

44:03

In this shiur, delivered in Shenk in Washington Heights, Rav Burg explains the inner nature of Yosef’s dreams. Far from placing himself at the center of the world, Yosef sought to unite the Shevatim by seeing through to the essence that we all share.

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Chanukah - Dreaming in Exile 1:03:17

23 weeks پیش1:03:17

1:03:17

In this shiur, delivered in the Feder home, Rav Burg explores the inner nature of dreams. In our dreams we go beyond our intellectual faculties and touch the essence.

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Chanukah - Shifting Perspective: Seeing Through the Darkness 47:56

23 weeks پیش47:56

47:56

In this shiur, delivered in the Stahler home for the Chizuk Mission, Rav Burg explains why Chanukah is identified with the faculty of sight and how we are meant to see through the darkness.

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Vayishlach - Recovering From Lavan, Struggling With Eisav 39:05

24 weeks پیش39:05

39:05

In this shiur, delivered at the Young Israel of New Rochelle Mishmar, Rav Burg explores Yaakov Avinu's psychological state after surviving Lavan and how he struggles with his inner Eisav to prepare for the battle ahead.

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Vayishlach - Raising Children in Hatred 29:31

24 weeks پیش29:31

29:31

In this shiur, delivered in Ba'er Miriam, Rav Burg explains the difference between how Eisav raises his children in resentment and Yosef raises his children to let go of their trauma and find greatness in their struggles.

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Dating and Marriage From A Deep Place of Self 1:00:01

24 weeks پیش1:00:01

1:00:01

In this shiur, delivered in MMY, Rav Burg explains the definition of marriage, the definition of self and how we date and get married from a deep place of self.

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Vayeitzei - Discovering Your Voice in Exile 24:36

25 weeks پیش24:36

24:36

In this shmooze, delivered at Mevaseret Mishmar, Rav Burg explains the inner meaning of the fact that Yaakov slept on Har HaMoriah and did not learn Torah and at the same time was learning Mishnayos all night long. As we descend deeper into Golus and the truth becomes less and less clear, we discover our own voice and our own contributions to the choir of Torah shebaal Peh.…

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Vayeitzei - The Secret of the Terpahim: Revealing that which is Concealed 27:10

25 weeks پیش27:10

27:10

In this shiur, delivered in Tomer Devorah, Rav Burg explores the inner nature of the Terpahim and why Rachel stole them from Lavan. Rav Burg explains that the nature of Rachel Imeinu is to reveal that which is concealed. Warning: this shiur is very deep.

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Vayeitzei - Davening in the Darkness 33:53

25 weeks پیش33:53

33:53

In this shiur, delivered in Ba'er Miriam, Rav Burg explains the inner connection between Yaakov Avinu skipping the Beis HaMikdash and returning to it through Kefitzas HaDerech, the institution of Maariv and Har HaMoriah. When we daven in our lowest moments we can skip over the normal process and find ourselves at untold spiritual heights.…

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Rosh Chodesh Kislev - The Essence of Darkness 53:29

25 weeks پیش53:29

53:29

In this shiur, delivered in the Lubat home in RBS, Rav Burg explains the darkness of Yavan. When man believes that only that which can be explained in a logical and rational fashion exists he puts himself at the center of the universe. This results in a tyrannical approach to the world. In contrast, Judaism believes that the essence of Hashem is beyond human comprehension and from the perspective of the essence all categories fall away. Darkness and light have one shared Godly essence and as a result we are able to illuminate the darkness.…

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Thanksgiving - The Unity of Gratitude 29:07

26 weeks پیش29:07

29:07

In this shmooze, delivered at the Mevaseret Thanksgiving Fabrengen, Rav Burg explains how gratitude unites every aspect of our being.

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Toldos - Am I a Fraud? 35:07

26 weeks پیش35:07

35:07

In this shiur, delivered in Tomer Devorah, Rav Burg explains how Rivka was confused by her dual nature. On the one hand she had a part of her that was drawn to Kedusha and yet another part was drawn to Tumah. Our conflicted nature is not a bug but a feature as we learn to bring Godliness into every aspect of our lives.…

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Toldos - Impact From the Inside 41:22

26 weeks پیش41:22

41:22

In this shiur, delivered in Ba'er Miriam, Rav Burg explains the difference between the way that Avraham engaged with the world and the way Yitzchak engaged with the world. Avraham was able to have an impact even on the people of Mitzrayim but the effects were not necessarily long lasting. Yitzchak was only able to impact the Pelsihtim but the impact was eternal.…

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Chayei Sarah - Letting Go Of Who You Were To Discover Who You Truly Are 33:54

27 weeks پیش33:54

33:54

In this shiur, delivered in Ba'er Miriam, Rav Burg explains how Avraham Avinu ensured that Yitzchak married a girl who was willing to leave it all behind in order to discover who she really is.

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Vayera - Unifying the Duality of Our Lives 26:16

28 weeks پیش26:16

26:16

In this shiur, delivered at Mevaseret Mishmar, Rav Burg explains how Malachim have a single minded focus. Totally present with whatever they are doing. Human beings can reach an even higher level where we can live in multiple dimensions at once.

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Vayera - Dare to Love 37:21

28 weeks پیش37:21

37:21

In this shiur, delivered in Tomer Devorah, Rav Burg explores the Haftorah that deals with the Isha Shunamis who did not ask Elisha for a bracha to have children despite her barren state. Only when we dare to love, when we have the deep conviction that we are enough even when we gey hurt, can we truly be alive.…

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Vayera - Making the Ultimate Sacrifice 36:31

28 weeks پیش36:31

36:31

In this shiur, delivered in Ba'er Miriam, Rav Burg explains (based on a Sicha from the Lubavitcher Rebbe zt"l) the true nature of Mesiras Nefesh. Anyone can sacrifice their life for a greater cause but in a certain way that can still be self serving. The ultimate sacrifice is the sacrifice of Avraham Avinu - he was ready to sacrifice himself. He was ready to destroy everything that was important to him simply because Hashem asked him to. The sacrifice of Akeidas Yitzchak blazed the trail for all Jews throughout time who have not just given up their lives but given up themselves in the service of Hashem.…

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Lech Lecha - From Soulfulness to Reality 35:02

29 weeks پیش35:02

35:02

In this shiur, delivered in Ba'er Miriam, Rav Burg explains how living from a deep place of soulfulness creates our reality. Hagar received messages from four or five angels when she was told that she was going to give birth to Yishmael. This is a reference to the soul itself and when we are deeply connected to our soul, we can bring ourselves into reality.…

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The Rise of Malchus: Exploring the Role of the Feminine in the Times of Mashiach 52:13

29 weeks پیش52:13

52:13

In this shiur, delivered on zoom for oravsimcha, Rav Burg explains the Chasidic approach to the role of Malchus. On the one hand Malchus is a Mekabel, actualizing the Sefiros above it and yet paradoxically it is also rooted in the Divine Essence, completely above the Sefiros.

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Noach - Olive Trees and Fresh Leaves 23:09

30 weeks پیش23:09

23:09

In this shiur, delivered at Thursday night Mishmar in Mevaseret, Rav Burg explains (based on a sicha from the Lubavitcher Rebbe) how Noach knew that the waters of the flood had receded and that it was safe for him to leave the Teiva. We can leave the Teiva when we know that we are essentially Godly (olive trees) and that we can always grow new leaves (freshly plucked). Only then can we confront the challenges of the outside world.…

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Noach - Davening People Into Greatness 22:31

30 weeks پیش22:31

22:31

In this shiur, delivered in Ba'er Miriam, Rav Burg explains how Noach failed to help even one person do Teshuva because he didn't daven for them. Davening is a form of imagination. It allows us to see the world as Hashem wants it to be. So too when we daven for someone we are seeing their greatness. People are not inspired by education alone. They need to be taught by a Rebbe who davens for them. Only then will they realize their own greatness.…

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Noach - Seeing Only the Good 42:22

30 weeks پیش42:22

42:22

In this shiur, delivered in Tomer Devorah, Rav Burg explains why we praise the Tzaddikim when given the opportunity and why Shem and Yafes did not look at their father when he was uncovered. The way we speak about people and the way we see people has a tremendous impact on them. When we speak/see people negatively we can destroy them. When we see or speak about their beauty we reveal their inner beauty. (Note: Rav Burg asked that it be noted that he forgot to answer why we praise Tzaddikim when given the opportunity. The answer is that when we praise the Tzaddik and speak positively about him we elevate his capacity to fulfill his mission which in turn aids us in fulfilling our mission.)…

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Simchas Torah - Will We Ever Dance Again 37:07

31 weeks پیش37:07

37:07

In this shiur, delivered at the Vayichan program in Yeshivat HaKotel, Rav Burg explains how we can possibly dance and be joyful during Simchas Torah this year. Some generations write their Torah in tears while others are meant to fill in those tears with ink. Our generation has the opportunity to write a Sefer Torah for those who could not finish their own.…

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Hoshana Rabbah /Shemini Atzeres - Bringing Hashem Down to Earth 35:58

31 weeks پیش35:58

35:58

In this shiur, delivered in Yerushalayim at the Ba'er Miriam Simchas Beis HaShoeva, Rav Burg explains (based on a Sicha from the Shvilei Pinchas) the inner meaning of Succos and how we return the Shechina to this world.

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Succos - When The Ushpizin Sit With Us In Our Pain 56:29

32 weeks پیش56:29

56:29

In this shiur, delivered via zoom to the Chizuk Mission, Rav Burg explores the deeper dimension of the Ushpizin in these chaotic times. When the Ushpizin share in our pain then we can know the joy of Succos.

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Aseres Yemei Teshuva - Making Meaningful and Lasting Change 44:05

33 weeks پیش44:05

44:05

In this shiur, delivered in Tomer Devorah, Rav Burg explains (based on a Torah from the Tzemach Tzedek) how we can make meaningful and lasting change. Only when we recognize that the truest version of ourselves never participated in our Aveiros can we deeply regret our mistakes and make real changes.…

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Aseres Yemei Teshuva / Yom Kippur - The Symmetry of Teshuva 41:52

33 weeks پیش41:52

41:52

In this shiur, delivered in Darchei Binah, Rav Burg explains Reb Zusias five aspects of Teshuva and the inner symmetry of Teshuva. To realign with Hashem we must live wholeheartedly, purposefully, lovingly, oriented towards a meaningful destination and with dignity.

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Vayelech - The Torah is NOT in Heaven 28:59

35 weeks پیش28:59

28:59

In this shiur, delivered in Tomer Devorah, Rav Burg explains (based on a Sicha from the Lubavitcher Rebbe) how Hashem relates to us through various channels. Miracles overwhelm us. The natural world reveals Hashem but we remain a distinct entity. Only through Torah can we truly become one with Hashem. Through Torah we can learn the will and wisdom Hashem and at the same time contribute to the conversation.…

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Nitzavim / Rosh Hashanah - The Antidote to Fear: A Deep Sense of Belonging 40:36

35 weeks پیش40:36

40:36

In this shiur, delivered in Ba'er Miriam, Rav Burg explains how Moshe Rabbeinu addresses the fears of Klal Yisrael after they heard the Klalos. When we realize that we are a fundamental part of the Klal, that we each make a unique contribution and that no Jew in truth is higher than any other we gain a deep sense of being firmly planted in the ground. Armed with the knowledge that we are safe and ok we can confront the ups and downs of the upcoming year.…

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Rosh Hashanah / Yom Kippur - I'm Sorry, Can We Go Back to the Way Things Were? 50:08

35 weeks پیش50:08

50:08

In this shiur, delivered in the Lubat home in Neve Shamir, Rav Burg explains the inner nature of Rosh Hashanah and Yom Kippur. We don't just want Hashem to forgive us so we can have a good year, we want Hashem to restore us to the way things were. On Rosh Hashanah every molecule of creation returns to its source, to its purpose. We return to our mission, to the time when we saw through the veneer of this physical world and we saw Hashem. We restore Hashem to His throne and proclaim Him to be King thus fulfilling the purpose of creation.…

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Ki Tavo - True Confessions 24:41

36 weeks پیش24:41

24:41

In this shiur, delivered at Mevaseret Mishmar, Rav Burg explains how Vidui Maaser is the true confession. Only when we know our own greatness can we acknowledge our sins with healthy guilt and not toxic shame.

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Ki Tavo - Grateful For The Dream, Grateful For The Reality 36:39

36 weeks پیش36:39

36:39

In this shiur, the first shiur of the year in Tomer Devorah, Rav Burg explores the Machlokes as to when we begin to be obligated in the Mitzvah of Bikkurim. According to the Gemara it is from the time we settle Eretz Yisrael. According to the Sifri it is from when we first enter the land. Based on a Torah from the Lubavitcher Rebbe zt"l, Rav Burg explains the difference between rational and supra rationale and how they relate to gratitude.…

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Ki Tavo - Building a Personal Relationship With Hashem 36:36

36 weeks پیش36:36

36:36

In this shiur, the first shiur of the year in Ba'er Miriam, Rav Burg explains how Klal Yisrael became a nation on the day that they expressed their frustration with Moshe Rabbeinu for writing a special Sefer Torah for Shevet Levi. When we take personal responsibility for our relationship with Hashem, when we own the mission of Klal Yisrael, we move from being just a family to a nation.…

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Ki Teitzei / Elul - Removing the Garments of Captivity 19:26

37 weeks پیش19:26

19:26

In this shiur, delivered in Mevaseret at the first Mishmar of the year, Rav Burg speaks about Teshuva not as an accounting of our sins but as crying out for a relationship with Hashem. However, in order to do so, we must remove our garments of captivity - a surface orientated way of seeing the world. Only when we live focused on the essence can we connect to Hashem on an essential level.…

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Eikev - Rebuilding The Third Beis HaMikdash With Our Shuls And Our Yeshivas 16:01

40 weeks پیش16:01

16:01

In this short shiur, based on a Torah from the Shvilei Pinchas, Rav Burg explains the inner connection between Yaakov Avinu and the Beis HaMikdash. Through our Torah and Teffilah, we turn our Shuls and Yeshivas into the building blocks of the third Beis HaMikdash.

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Shabbos Nachamu - Golus As An Expression of Unconditional Love 34:16

41 weeks پیش34:16

34:16

In this shiur, delivered at the final Mishmar of NCSY Kollel, Rav Burg explains (based on a Torah from the Lubavitcher Rebbe zt"l) the inner nature of Golus. Once we understand that Hashem has only turned away from us in order to deepen our relationship we can develop our resilience as we journey through the last moments of this painful exile.…

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Tisha B'Av - Searching for the Soul of Destruction 43:06

41 weeks پیش43:06

43:06

In this shiur, delivered worldwide On Tisha B'Av to the Chizzuk Mission, Rav Burg explores the relationship between Shlomo HaMelech, Yirmiyahu and Moshe Rabbeinu. While Shlomo HaMelech and Moshe Rabbeinu were on the 49th level of understanding, through mourning the loss of the Beis HaMikdash Yirmiyahu reveals to us the fiftieth dimension and thus the building of the Beis HaMikdash.…

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Tisha B'Av - From Walls That Protect Us To Walls To Walls That Keep Us Imprisoned 39:18

41 weeks پیش39:18

39:18

In this shiur, delivered on Tisha B'Av in NCSY Kollel, Rav Burg explains the nature of walls. Walls ought designed to protect our dignity. But when we live with a scarcity mentality, a mentality of fear, we build walls that imprison us from ourselves and from others. When we build healthy walls that protect our dignity and invite each other in, then we will merit to rebuild the walls of Yerushalayim Habenuyah.…

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Devarim / Tisha B'Av - The Seventy Languages of Finding God Everywhere 34:20

42 weeks پیش34:20

34:20

In this shiur, delivered in NCSY Kollel (Mishmar), Rav Burg explains how Torah transformed Moshe Rabbeinu's ability to speak. Specifically before Tisha B'Av we must learn the Torah of seventy languages so that we can discover Godliness in exile.

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Matos / Masei - Having the Hard Conversations to Bring Mashiach 37:09

43 weeks پیش37:09

37:09

In this shiur, delivered at Mishmar in NCSY Kollel, Rav Burg explains how the final story of Sefer Bamidbar is the climax of the story of how brothers and sisters make peace. The entire Torah can be seen as a story of avoiding the hard conversations and the strife that follows. If we are going to bring Mashiach we need to put our real feelings on the table and create real peace.…

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Pinchas - The Vulnerability of Desire 37:43

44 weeks پیش37:43

37:43

In this shiur, delivered on NCSY Kollel during Mishmar, Rav Burg explains how Hashem calls out to us through our desires. When we know our desires we know our mission and our talents but will we say Naar Anochi and run away from our mission or will we step up to the task and actualize our potential?

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Three weeks / Shiva Asar B'Tammuz - The Process of Destroying the Beis HaMikdash 1:02:13

44 weeks پیش1:02:13

1:02:13

In this shiur, delivered in Neve Shamir, Rav Burg explains the inner dimension of the five events that occurred on Shiva Asar B'Tammuz and how each event is another stage in the destruction of the Beis HaMikdash. When we understand each stage of destruction, we also understand how we can rebuild.

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Balak - The Transformation We Need To Bring Mashiach 42:38

45 weeks پیش42:38

42:38

In this shiur, delivered in NCSY Michlelet, Rav Burg explains why of all people, it is Bilaam HaRasha who transmits the prophecy about the coming of Mashiach. Only when we bring Hashem into the lowest dimensions of our world, when the world is completely transformed into a Dirah B'Tachtonim will we merit the coming of Mashiach.…

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Chukas - Making Meaningful and Lasting Change 36:21

46 weeks پیش36:21

36:21

In this shiur, delivered to NCSY Kollel for the first Mishmar of the summer, Rav Burg explains how we can make meaning and lasting changes in our lives. When we change our core belief system we change our focus and our narratives which leads to new emotions and new actions.

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Shavuos - Reframing Our Relationship With Hashem 46:09

52 weeks پیش46:09

46:09

In this shiur, delivered in the Feder home in Lawrence, Rav Burg discusses (based on a Torah from the Nesivos Shalom and from the Kedushas Levi) the inner connection between the Omer and Bris Milah and why we don't make a shehecheyanu on the Mitzvah of the Omer. While seeing Hashem in the miraculous can jump start a relationship we have only learned about Hashem, we have not yet built a relationship with Hashem. When we find Hashem in nature, we shift our relationship from one of action to one of presence. On Shavuos, through the Korban Todah we have the best of both worlds.…

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Shavuos - Ladies First (A Lesson in Raising Children) 56:02

52 weeks پیش56:02

56:02

In this shiur, delivered at the first ever Chizzuk Mission shiur in Los Angeles, Rav Burg discusses why the Torah was given first to women and then afterwards to the men. Only when our children are first given the space to discover who they are can they become something even greater. Even when we are acting in a masculine fashion and putting our imprint on our children, there must be a feminine quality to the way in which we allow our children to become who they truly are.…

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Shavuos - Restoring Hashem's Name In This World 57:25

1 year پیش57:25

57:25

In this shiur, delivered in the Valley in Los Angeles, Rav Burg discusses the inner nature of the Mitzvah of Yibum. Our responsibility in this world is to restore the name of Hashem which has been hidden since creation. When Avraham Avinu took on the responsibility of his brother's legacy in a completely selfless fashion he made himself into the person that Hashem could rely upon to restore His legacy in this world. link to sources: www.sefaria.org/sheets/566624…

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Shavuos - The Vulnerability of Change 59:20

1 year پیش59:20

59:20

In this shiur, delivered to the Chizzuk Mission on zoom, Rav Burg explores the true nature of Torah and why the nations of the world were afraid to accept the Torah. With a fixed mindset and the fear of change they were unable to let go of who they were in order to become something more. When we engage Torah it allows us to transform into our truest self and allows our unique individual self to be expressed in this world.…

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Behar - Accepting the Torah With Humility and Pride 28:26

1 year پیش28:26

28:26

In this shiur, delivered in Sharfmans, Rav Burg explains the paradox of accepting the Torah with both humility and pride. The Torah was given on the smallest mountain which indicates that we must accept the Torah with humility and yet the Torah was also given on a mountain which indicates that their must be an element of pride as well. Rav Burg explains how we are meant to live with this paradoxical tension and how both humility and pride are necessary in building a relationship with Hashem.…

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Conversations - Episode 2 - Healthy Attachment, Educating Rebellious Children and More... 39:32

1 year پیش39:32

39:32

On the second episode of “Conversations” in Yeshivat Mevaseret, Akiva Schanzer and Eli Schuckman sat down with Rav Burg to discuss healthy attachment within a home and the community at large. They discussed how to create an environment in the home where a child feels safe, believing that no matter the circumstance every kid deserves a shot, and many more topics. Go listen if you want to hear more about the influence parents have on their children and dealing with a kid “rebelling” within the yeshiva system!…

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Behar - Heter Iska: Building a Relationship With Hashem 34:42

1 year پیش34:42

34:42

In this shiur, delivered in Ba'er Miriam, Rav Burg explains (based on a Sicha from the Lubavitcher Rebbe) the inner nature of a Heter Iska. As mere mortals we cannot create a relationship with Hashem. Hashem must initiate a relationship with us and then we can participate in said relationship. And yet, the relationship must be meaningful not only to us but also to Hashem in order for it to be a meaningful relationship.…

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Behar - Shemita and Yovel: A Rectification of Kayin and Hevel 58:10

1 year پیش58:10

58:10

In this shiur, delivered in Tomer Devorah (last shiur of the year), Rav Burg explains how Shemita and Yovel rectify the sin of Kayin and Hevel. As one journeys through the story of Kayin and Hevel to Lemech and his wives and four children and finally to Shes and his ultimate descendant Noach it becomes clear that the narrative is about the loss of Tzelem Elokim and the dangers of living in an animal society. Ultimately a society that loses its awareness of its own Godliness will destroy itself. Shemita and Yovel bring us back to true freedom and restore our Godly dignity. Link to sources: www.sefaria.org/sheets/565875…

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Shavuos - Kavod HaTorah 50:56

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In this shiur, delivered in Darchei Binah, Rav Burg explains how the nature of Torah is that it changes us. Only through Torah can we move from animal to Godly and therefore Torah must play a central role in our lives. The challenge of Torah is visualizing ourselves at Kabbalas HaTorah. It is difficult to believe that we are truly capable of change. Link for sources: www.sefaria.org/sheets/565776…

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Emor - Complete Submission to Hashem 31:39

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In this shiur, the final shiur of the year in Sharfmans, Rav Burg explores (based on a sicha from the Lubavitcher Rebbe) why the Eved Canaani is able to eat from the Terumah of the Kohen as opposed to the Eved Ivri and how this Halacha relates to our lives. When we are in complete submission to Hashem we are allowed to eat from the fruits of this world and it informs the way we relate to the world around us. Source sheet: www.sefaria.org/sheets/565089…

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Conversations - Episode 1 - Hope, Reality and more... 43:42

1 year پیش43:42

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On the first episode of “Conversations” in Yeshivat Mevaseret, Zev Bosin, Akiva Schanzer, Eli Schuckman sat down with Rav Burg to discuss a variety of topics. Some of the topics discussed on the podcast that stand out are the subjects of Hopefulness vs. Hopelessness, our reality is not THE truth but it’s OUR truth, along with some other fascinating conversations.…

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Emor - Taking Responsibility For Every Jew 32:39

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In this shiur, delivered in Ba'er Miriam, Rav Burg explains (based on a shiur from Rav Moshe Weinberger shlit"a) the inner nature of a Kohen and how we, as a nation of Kohanim, are responsible for ensuring that every Jew is brought to the Chuppah where we can be in a relationship with Hashem. Source sheet: www.sefaria.org/sheets/564430…

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Emor / Pesach / Sefiras HaOmer / Shavuos - Transforming From Animal Into Godly 52:20

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In this shiur, delivered in Tomer Devorah, Rav Burg explains (based on a Sicha from the Lubavitcher Rebbe zt"l) the three step process of moving from Pesach into Sefiras HaOmer and ultimately Shavuos. Each step in the process is another level of engagement with our animal soul. Initially we suppress or animal soul, then we sublimate it and on the highest level it becomes a vehicle for Godliness in this world. Source sheet: www.sefaria.org/sheets/564332…

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Kedoshim - The Patience to be Creative 27:41

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In this shiur, delivered in Sharfmans, Rav Burg explains the inner meaning behind the Halacha of Orla. Adam HaRishon did not wait to eat from the Eitz HaDaas because he prioritized his own creativity over the needs of the relationship with Hashem. Only when we are patient, allowing things to grow of their own accord do we see that our creativity is actually in the service of another. Link to source sheet: www.sefaria.org/sheets/563603…

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Kedoshim - Making Space for Another 33:27

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In this shiur, delivered in Ba'er Miriam, Rav Burg explains the inner nature of what it means to live a life of Kedusha and why ultimately, while we can reach great heights, we can never reach the level of Hashem Himself. Kedusha means transparency which can only be reached through humility and creating space for another. When we life lives of selfless giving to another then we make our world a place where Hashem's presence is transparent.…

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Kedoshim / Pesach / Sefiras HaOmer - Breaking the Cycle of Exile 50:13

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In this exceptionally deep shiur delivered in Tomer Devorah Rav Burg explores the nature of sibling rivalry as it relates to Galus. From Yaakov and Eisav to Yosef and his brothers and ultimately to Rav Akiva's Talmidim, Galus is a product of the wounds we do not heal and the healing words left unsaid. Only through communication will we let go of resentment and choose love. Source sheet can be found at www.sefaria.org/sheets/563324…

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Unlocking Growth and Embracing Vulnerability - Israel Gap Year B'Iyun Podcast 1:00:29

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In this podcast interview with Rabbi Avi Proctor, Rav Burg explores the importance of vulnerability. Discover the value of creating a space where people feel at peace with themselves and others and are comfortable being who they are is crucial for their personal development ane fulfilling their purpose in the world.…

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Pesach - Collecting the Sparks 48:30

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In this shiur, delivered in Ba'er Miriam (over Bein HaZmanim), Rav Burg explains the inner nature of the rechush gadol (great wealth) that Avraham Avinu was promised during the Bris Bein Habesarim. Why do we care about wealth? Why is it stressed over and over again in the story of Yetzias Mitzrayim? We are sent down into this world to collect the 288 sparks that fell down into this world from the Olam HaTohu. When we use this world to serve Hashem we collect the remaining sparks and finish leaving Mitzrayim.…

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Pesach - An IFS Approach to the Four Sons 48:30

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In this shiur, delivered in the Lubat home in Neve Shamir, Rav Burg explains why the Baal Haggadah counted each son with the number one (as Moshe Rabbeinu did). IFS sees a person as a self and parts. Only when we unblend self from parts can parts leave their exiles and become integrated (self led) with the self.…

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Shemini - Humbly Creating Space For Hashem 31:32

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In this shiur, delivered in Sharfmans, Rav Burg explains (based on a piece from Rav Ahron Lopiansky shlit"a) why Ahron HaKohen was afraid to draw close to the Mizbeach and why Moshe told him to "stop" being afraid. It was specifically Ahron, who did not try and "control" Hashem but rather stepped back with humility, that made him the perfect person to invite Hashem to dwell in the Mishkan.…

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Shemini - Living in the Present 32:00

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In this shiur, delivered in Ba'er Miriam, Rav Burg explains the connection between Nadav and Avihu being intoxicated and bringing an Eish Zara, a strange fire. Only when we accept the present moment as it is, without seeking to diminish or enhance it to avoid our own discomfort, can we truly be connected to reality. For this reason Ahron chose stillness as a response to thd death of his sons and as a reward he was able to engage directly with Hashem.…

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Shemini - Jealousy, Resentment, Story Telling and Fear 41:37

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In this shiur, delivered in Tomer Devorah, Rav Burg explains the inner connection between the inauguration of the Mishkan, the Cheit HaEigel and the selling of Yosef down to Mitzrayim. The fear of losing their relationship with their father caused the Shevatim to tell themselves to tell a story about Yosef that led to their own resentment. This resentment led to the jealousy that ultimately resulted in Yosef's sale. This story was passed down for generations and ultimately led to the Cheit HaEigel. In order to inaugurate the Mishkan, Klal Yisrael needed to get to the root of their disunity and rectify the sale of Yosef.…

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Defining Dignity 57:55

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In this shiur (plus questions and answers), Rav and Rebbetzin Burg explain the nature of dignity and how we can lead more dignified lives.

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Tzav - Anchored in the Past, Living in the Present 33:17

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In this shiur, delivered in Ba'er Miriam, Rav Burg explains the inner meaning of the Terumas Hadeshen and the Hotza’as Hadeshen. The Terumas Hadeshen reminds us that our parents and grandparents etc... built the community that we now inhabit. This obligates us to build our community for the next generation just as those who came befoe us did. The Hotza’as Hadeshen teaches us that each days Avodah in the Beis HaMikdash begins anew. We must confront the challenges that we face today and live in the present rathet than getting stuck in the past.…

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Tzav - Keeping Your Fire Aflame 42:46

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In this shiur, delivered in Tomer Devorah, Rav Burg explains why although the Aish on the Mizbeach comes from Hashem, the Kohen had to light the fire in the morning. And athough the fire comes from Hashem, we are instructed to protect it when we travel. The nature of life is engaging with suffering but a Jew is thankful for the suffering they endure because that's how we discover Hashem. It will always rain on our fire but we are assured that our fire can never be extinguished. Our job is to chop the wood and protect the fire.…

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Purim - Letting Go Of The Known 33:27

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In this shiur, delivered in Sharfmans, Rav Burg explains why: 1. We are not Yotzei when we read the Megillah backwards. 2. We are obligated to drink until we don't know the difference between Arur Hama and Baruch Mordechai. Who would read the Megillah backwards? Why would we want to get so drunk that we can't distinguish between a Tzaddik and a Rasha? Only when we let go of using knowledge as power and control do we come to accept reality as it is. And once we accept reality as it is it is quite possible that the exact thing we thought was hurting us was our greatest asset.…

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Vayikra - Korbanos: Giving the Gift of Ourselves to Hashem 33:41

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In this shiur, delivered in Ba'er Miriam, Rav Burg explains (based on a shiur from Rav Ahron Lopiansky shlit"a) the inner nature of a Korban. A Korban is not a sacrifice, it is a gift that we give to Hashem and the gift that Hashem wants from us is not merely our service but our passion.

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Purim - The Anxiety and Faith of Tomorrow 38:38

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In this shiur, delivered in Tomer Devorah, Rav Burg explores our battle with Amalek. Purim is the Yom Tov that remains even after Yemos HaMashiach. Amalek is the battle that we fight in every generation. Esther HaMalka asks Achashverosh to have another Seuda tomorrow. It seem that everything in our battle with Amalek is future oriented. For Amalek there is no tomorrow and for a Jew tomorrow is an expression of our faith in an assured future.…

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Purim - Sleeping Through Our Relationship With Hashem 46:10

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In this shiur, delivered to the Chizzuk Mission in Aish HaTorah, Rav Burg explains the inner connection between sleeping through our performance of the Mitzvos and our connection with each and every Jew. Only when we are deeply connected to the soul of Torah and Mitzvos can we be deeply connected to each other. Only when we are connected to the soul do we merit protection from Hashem.…

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Pikudei - The Power of Desire 40:02

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In this shiur, delivered in Ba'er Miriam, Rav Burg explains how through our desire we discover hidden talents within ourselves. When we have desire Hashem gives us the vessels that we need to be successful.

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Pikudei - Accounting for the Unaccounted Jews 51:14

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In this shiur, delivered in Tomer Devorah, Rav explains the missing 1775 shekalim from the Mishkan. The Mishkan is meant to be a bridge between the spiritual and material world but without an accounting of every single Jew the bridge is incomplete. Why can't we see these missing Jews? Their light is absolutely blinding.…

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Adar: Increasing Joy - Finding Simcha In Pain 43:15

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In this shiur, delivered in Aish HaTorah to the Chizzuk Mission, Rav Burg explores how we can increase joy even in times of great tragedy. Rav Akiva woke up his Talmidim by explaining that Esther HaMalka ruled over 127 countries because Sarah Imeinu lived for 127 years. Al though the years of Sarah's life were far from simple, she found the good in every moment and that is how we survive and thrive even in the darkest moments of our exile.…

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Vayakhel - Inspiring Those Who Feel Unworthy 33:04

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In this shiur, delivered in Sharfmans, Rav Burg explains why Betzalel and Ohaliav were equal with regards to building the Mishkan. Klal Yisrael required divine inspiration to build the Mishkan. A nation of slaves lacked the artisanal skills that would be necessary for building. Betzalel inspired those who felt worthy but Ohaliav, with his simple background, inspired the lowest of Jews.…

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Vayakhel - Uniting Klal Yisrael Through Shnayim Mikra V'echad Targum 19:59

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In honor of the Mevaseret Talmidim who took upon themselves to learn Shnayim Mikra V'echad Targum this year, Rav Glanz and Rav Burg Fabrenged in Mevaseret. (Shiur begins at the 4:30 mark). Rav Burg explains how the sefer of Shemos, which is the Sefer of our redemption, is connected to the notion of Shnayim Mikra V'echad Targum. Only when we see the unity in all of the voices of Torah will we be worthy of rebuilding the Beis HaMikdash.…

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Vayakhel - Rupture and Repair 34:26

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In this week's Parsha the Torah repeats the building of the Mishkan after the Cheit Haeigel. In this shiur, delivered in Ba'er Miriam, Rav Burg explains the various aspects of rupture and repair in our relationships. 1. Build something holy. 2. Rupture and repair is a process that happens over and over again. 3. We may return to places we already thought we repaired and that is normal and expected. 4. Our responsibility is to make peace with this process.…

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Vayakhel - Living a Real and Ideal Life 44:34

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In this shiur, delivered in Tomer Devorah, Rav Burg explains why the Torah spends 400 Pesukim detailing both how the Mishkan was meant to be made and how it was ultimately made. There is an ideal life and a real life. We should not sacrifice our ideals because the reality is different and we can embrace the beauty of of our reality even when is not ideal.…

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Ki Tisa - Inside and Outside Torah 35:55

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In this shiur, delivered in Ba'er Miriam, Rav Burg explains why the Luchos could be read from the inside and the outside. There are two ways of relating to Hashem. Outside Torah is scientific and mathematical. This was the Torah of Avraham Avinu. Inside Torah is discovered from within the relationship itself. We can and should discover Hashem not only from the outside but from within the words of Torah, at our Shabbos tables and in our community.…

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Ki Tisa - A Nation on Fire 50:51

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In this shiur, delivered in Tomer Devorah, Rav Burg explores why although the world is a fragmented place but we crave wholeness. Only when we balance the tension of being an individual within a community do we live in harmony with creation. The Half Shekel on fire teaches us how to strike that balance.…

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Tetzaveh - Ringing the Bells of Greatness 26:06

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In this shiur, delivered in Ba'er Miriam, Rav Burg explains (based on a piece from Rav Shaul Alter shlit"a) the inner connection between the three times it says the word V'nishma in the Torah. We must know that: 1. We have inside of ourselves the capacity to be totally devoted to Hashem. 2. No matter how far we stray from the path, Hashem always us a relationship with us. 3. Every Jew is a Kohen Gadol, worthy of wearing the robes of nobility.…

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Tetzaveh - Illuminating the World With Oneness 41:03

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In this shiur, delivered in Tomer Devorah, Rav Burg explains why Moshe Rabbeinu's name is not mentioned specifically in this weeks Parsha. Moshe Rabbeinu argued with Hashem that if Hashem were to destroy the Jewish People then he may as well erase Moshe's name from the Torah. Moshe had become one with the Torah to the degree that it was no longer necessary to mention his name. He was the Torah and the Torah was him. Klal Yisrael, Hashem and the Torah are one. Moshe was one with all of Bnei Yisrael. To destroy Bnei Yisrael would be to destroy the Torah itself. Only though connecting on this essential level can we illuminate the world.…

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Terumah - Entering the Inner Sanctum 34:50

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In this shiur, delivered in Sharfmans, Rav Burg explores (based on a piece from Rav Moshe Weinberger) how Yiras Shomayim is the outer sanctum and Torah is the inner sanctum. One must enter the outer sanctum first, where we feel the pain of exile, before we enter the inner sanctum, the joy of Torah. Although the Beis HaMikdash has been destroyed we still have our Mikdash Mi'at, our Shuls and Yeshivas where we can access the joy of he inner sanctum.…

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Terumah - Building a Relationship with Hashem 39:04

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In this shiur, delivered in Tomer Devorah, Rav Burg explains how the building of the Mishkan represents three stages in the development of our relationship with Hashem. 1. We live for the Other. 2. Intimacy means exclusivity 3. We give our hearts to the One we love

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Mishpatim - The Prohibition of Milk and Meat: Creating Healthy Boundaries 31:11

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In this shiur, delivered in Sharfman's, Rav Burg explains (based on a sicha from the Lubavitcher Rebbe) why Shaatnez is sometimes permitted, why Kilyaim is never permitted and why we might have thought that milk and meat would be permissible for the eating of Kodshim. Ultimately, in the times of Mashiach, one will be allowed to eat milk and meat together and this represents the perfect balance in our relationships.…

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Mishpatim - Jews that Sparkle 34:16

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In this shiur, delivered in Ba'er Miriam, Rav Burg explains why Parshas Mishpatim, with all of its intricate legal details, follows the giving of the Torah at Har Sinai and not Parshas Terumah, which involves the building of the Mishkan. Halacha is not merely the details of our relationship with Hashem, like the dew on the grass, following Halacha ought to make us sparkle.…

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Mishpatim - Nezikin: A Journey in History, a Journey towards Hashem 41:32

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In this shiur, delivered in Tomer Devorah, Rav Burg explains a very sophisticated concept from the Lubavitcher Rebbe. The three gates of Nezikin (Babba Kamma, Baba Metzia, Baba Basra) are three steps in mans journey throughout history. We move from barbaric to civilized conflict to Godly harmony. Similarly in our journey towards Hashem we begin by conquering our negative forces, then we conquer our more civilized nature and ultimately we partner with Hashem in building the world into a Godly place.…

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Yisro - On Eagles Wings 34:07

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In this shiur, delivered in Sharfmans, Rav Burg shares a Torah from Rav Moshe Weinberger shlit"a on what it means that Hashem took us out of Mitzrayim on eagles wings. Because we have been in Golus for so long we have forgotten that we have the ability to soar like an eagle. When Hashem takes us out of Golus he reveals to us the true nature of who we are and then we can soar.…

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Yisro - Restoring the Radiance of Klal Yisrael 37:18

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In this shiur, delivered at Ba'er Miriam, Rav Burg explains how before Klal Yisrael could receive the Torah they needed to be restored to their glory. Only after Klal Yisrael was healed could they receive the Torah.

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Yisro - Insiders and Outsiders 39:20

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The Medrash tells us that Yisro added on a chapter to the Torah that otherwise would not have been taught. How could this be so? In this shiur, based on a sicha from the Lubavitcher Rebbe zt"l, Rav Burg explains the difference between the approach of Yisro, the ultimate outsider, and Moshe Rabbeinu, the ultimate insider. Should we be our best self or our most authentic self. This is the core of the Machlokes between Moshe Rabbeinu and Yisro.…

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Beshalach - When Pharaoh Converts To Judaism 34:11

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In this shiur, delivered in Sharfmans, Rav Burg explores three dimensions to the story of Pharaoh at the Yam Suf. 1. The simple explanation that Pharaoh was killed. 2. The deeper explanation that Pharaoh was spared and suffered as he watched the devastation of the Egyptian army. 3. Pharaoh did Teshuva, became the King of Ninveh and ultimately converted to Judaism. We all have a Pharaoh part inside of ourselves. Do we destroy our Pharaoh, force our Pharaoh to watch the destruction it causes or convert our Pharaoh to Judaism?…

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Beshalach - The Sea Splits For Those Who Expect The Miraculous 36:29

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In this shiur, delivered at Ba'er Miriam, Rav Burg explains how the miraculous only occurs for those who see themselves as worthy of a miracle. Klal Yisrael at the banks of the Yam Suf saw themselves as idolaters and therefore were unfit for a miracle to occur. Only when they saw the bones of Yosef did they define themselves by their essential selves and not by their worst moments. And then the sea split.…

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Beshalach / Tu B'Shvat - Resurrecting the Hopeless 38:45

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In this shiur, delivered in Tomer Devorah, Rav Burg explores the inner connection between Beshalach and Tu B'Shvat. The Navi Yechezkel spoke about three levels of hopelessness and how through the Ohr of Torah, we can bring the dry bones back to life. So too on Tu B'Shvat the redemption process begins as the sap begins to rise resurrecting the dried out tree.…

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Bo - Pharaoh vs Moshe: Who Will Leave Mitzrayim 40:30

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In this shiur, delivered in Tomer Devorah, Rav Burg explores the Machlokes between Pharaoh and Moshe as to who will leave Mitzrayim. The Pharaohs in our lives teach us that we are unworthy of Kabbalas HaTorah. Moshe Rabbeinu's response teaches us how to confront our inner negativity and take our full selves out of Mitzrayim.…

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Bo - Analyzing the Three Sons 56:25

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Three of the four sons in the Haggadah are mentioned in Parshas Bo. In this shiur, delivered at the Hakshiva Bnei Aliyah program, Rav Burg explores the three sons and what they mean to us as parents and Mechanchim.

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Rosh Chodesh Shvat / Tu B'Shvat - Potential and Becoming 45:34

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In this shiur, delivered to Aish Gesher for Women on their Yom Iyun for fulfilling your potential, Rav Burg explores the Machlokes between Beis Shammai and Beis Hillel regarding when the Rosh Hashana for trees is. Beis Shammai says it is on Rosh Chodesh Shvat and Beis Hillel says it is on Tu B'Shvat. Rav Burg explains the challenge of the word potential and how it can bring about a deep sense of shame. When we understand that potential means that we are already enough then and only then can we begin to truly become who we are meant to be.…

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Vaeira - Four Steps To Leaving Your Personal Mitzrayim 42:35

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In this shiur, delivered in Tomer Devorah, Rav Burg explores the four stages of leaving Mitzrayim and why we drink four cups of wine on Pesach. When we understand the four stages of how Klal Yisrael leaves Mitzrayim, we can understand how we can leave from the personal addictions we suffer from in our own lives.…

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Hashkafa - To Live is to Give 43:32

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In this shiur, delivered to the Shana Bet of Sharfmans, Rav Burg explores an idea from the Alter Rebbe regarding how we receive our life force. Life belongs to Hashem and He gives it to us. Embedded in life itself is giving because that's the nature of how we receive life. Those who use life as it meant to be used receive life in its fullest form. Those that consume life naturally receive less vitality and the nature of the life force that they receive is in exile.…

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Shemos - Yosef HaTzaddik: Authentic Through and Through 37:32

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In this shiur, the final shiur delivered to the Shana Bet of Tomer Devorah, Rav Burg explains (based on a piece from Rav Wolbe zt"l) why Yosef HaTzaddik is singled out as having lived in Mitzrayim. The same Yosef HaTzaddik who was a shepherd for his father, is the same Yosef HaTzaddik who is a king in Mitzrayim. How do we stay authentic irrespective of our environment? In this shiur Rav Burg speaks about how Yaakov lived a broad life while Eisav lived a dual life. Yosef, through his Middah of Seder, was the foil for Eisav and stayed true to himself even in the depths of depravity in Mitzrayim.…

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Shemos - Identifying As Our Exile 38:02

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In this shiur, delivered in Tomer Devorah, Rav Burg explains (based on a piece from Rav Shaul Alter Shlit"a) how the words Pakod Pakadti are the secret message that reveals to Klal Yisrael that Moshe Rabbeinu was in fact the true redeemer of Klal Yisrael. Only the Rebbe that teaches us that while we may be contained within the exile we are not in truth defined by the exile is the one who can take us out of our personal Mitzrayim.…

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Vayechi - Putting Someone Else's Needs Before Our Own 41:43

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In this shiur, delivered at Tomer Devorah, Rav Burg explains why Yaakov felt the need at this specific time to explain to Yosef why he buried Rachel on the side of the road and not in Chevron. Rachel was Mevater and put the needs of her children ahead of her own. This is the secret of redemption. As Hashem sees us putting the needs of others before our own, He in turn puts our needs before His own and redeems us even if we are unworthy.…

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Vayechi - The Journey Towards Mashiach 50:36

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In this shiur, delivered at the Sorotzkin home in Monsey, Rav Burg explores why Yaakov Avinu wanted to reveal the end of days to his children and why in the end he gave them the Berachos that they were destined to receive. Mashiach is not only about the destination but about the journey we discover the redemption within.…

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Vayigash - Rising Above Our Humanity 50:51

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50:51

In this shiur, delivered at the Feder home in the Five Towns, Rav Burg explores the inner nature of why Yosef HaTzaddik asked everyone to leave the room before revealing himself as Yosef to his brothers. Only by rising above our humanity can we recognize that our pain is building us.

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Vayigash - Brotherly Love 28:55

1 year پیش28:55

28:55

In this shiur, delivered to Mevaseret alumni at Lander College for Men, Rav Burg explains why Yehuda said that their brother (Yosef) had died. Rashi teaches that Yehuda lied to avoid having to produce Yosef. On a level of Drush, Rav Burg explains that to impact Yosef, Yehuda knew that he needed to speak words from the heart. In an honest moment Yehuda came to the recognition that Yosef could not have survived Mitzrayim without his brothers.…

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Vayigash - Compassionate and Effective Mussar 47:08

1 year پیش47:08

47:08

In this shiur, delivered in Stern College, Rav Burg explains how Yehuda approaches Yosef by saying he is like Pharaoh. When we give Mussar (including to ourselves) we must begin with the recognition of their greatness and explain how this behavior doesn't align with their greatness. Additionally, we must always remember that people behave the way they do because they come from somewhere and anything that is understandable is ultimately forgivable.…

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Vayigash - The Secret of Exile 59:30

1 year پیش59:30

59:30

In this shiur, delivered in the Valley, Rav Burg explains why Avraham Avinu chose Golus over Gehenom, the inner meaning of the number seventy, why Yocheved was born between the borders and how Golus transforms us.

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Chanukah / Miketz - The Forgetfulness of Menashe 31:50

1 year پیش31:50

31:50

This shiur, delivered to the Shana Bet of Midreshet Moriah at the Rosenblum home, addresses the inner connection between Menashe and Chanukah. In these final moments before Mashiach comes we find ourselves deeply connected to those Jews that have the capacity to help Jews remember even as they've forgotten so much.…

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Chanukah - The Feminine Chinuch of Chanukah 58:20

1 year پیش58:20

58:20

In this shiur, delivered to the Shana Bet of Michlala, Rav Burg explains the difference between Chinuch (masculine) and Chanukah (feminine). On Chanukah we lovingly embrace our children just as they are. Shiur was followed by a question and answer session.

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Vayeshev - Creating a Loving Space For Our Children 50:27

1 year پیش50:27

50:27

In this shiur, delivered in Ramat Beit Shemesh to the Nshei of Torat Moshe, Rav Burg explores the story of Yosef and his brothers. Children are playing charades and our responsibility is to listen to their messages. Every child is looking for connection. We must make sure to hear their cries.

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Vayeshev - I May Be Dreaming But I'm Wide Awake 46:14

1 year پیش46:14

46:14

In this shiur, delivered in Tomer Devorah, Rav Burg explores the differences between the dreams of the Sar HaMashkim and the Sar HaOfim. How did Yosef know that the Sar HaMashkim would live and the Sar HaOfim would die when the dreams are nearly identical? One who is active in their dreams, enjoys the process and imagines themselves improving every day is truly alive.…

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Yud Tes Kislev Fabrengen / Vayeshev - Yosef HaTzaddik: Loyal Shepherd of a Wandering Flock 38:55

1 year پیش38:55

38:55

In this Yud Tes Kislev Fabrengen at Yeshivat Shaarei Mevaseret Tzion Rav Burg shares a Torah from the Ruzhiner Rebbe regarding Yosef HaTzaddik sharing evil reports about his brothers to their father Yaakov . Why would this cause Yaakov to love Yosef? What type of father loves his son who tells evil tales about his children? The Ruzhiner explains that in truth Yosef HaTzaddik was being Melamed Zechus on his brothers and seeing them through the lens of positivity is what brings Hashem the ultimate Nachas. Only when we find the Zechus in each and every Jew (and in ourselves) will we merit the Kesones Pasim.…

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Vayishlach - The Struggles and the Purity of Yaakov 32:21

1 year پیش32:21

32:21

In this shiur, delivered in Sharfmans, Rav Burg explains why although Yaakov has his name changed, he continues to be called Yisrael. Though we may find tranquility in our lives, struggle is an inherent part of the process and is always valued.

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Emunah in Action 57:30

1 year پیش57:30

57:30

This shiur, delivered in Aish HaTorah to the Go Inspire Chizzuk Mission, deals with living a life of Emunah in action. The knowledge that our soul is infinite gives us a deep sense of self, the capacity to show up authentically, loyalty, joy and love.

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Vayishlach (Chanukah) - Finding Sparks in the Lowest Places (Deep Shiur!!!) 40:56

1 year پیش40:56

40:56

In this shiur, delivered in Tomer Devorah, Rav Burg explores the inner connection between the tragic story of Dinah in Shechem and how she extracted the soul of Rav Chanina Ben Tradyon. What are the lessons that are relevant to us? Even when we find ourselves thrown into the lowest places and suffering tremendously we have deep faith that something meaningful is happening behind the scenes.…

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Vayeitzei - Developing a Relationship With Hashem 37:32

۲ years پیش37:32

37:32

In this shiur, delivered in Sharfmans, Rav Burg explains three dimensions of building a relationship with Hashem. 1. Avraham Avinu - Love - Digging Wells 2. Yitzchak Avinu - Fear - Maintaining the Structural Integrity of the Well 3. Yaakov Avinu - Truth - Unplugging the Well

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Vayeitzei - Yearning for Mashiach 40:12

۲ years پیش40:12

40:12

In this shiur, delivered in Tomer Devorah, Rav Burg explained why: 1. Yaakov was attracted to Rachel. 2. Lavan wanted Yaakov to marry Leah first. 3. How Lavan intended to uproot the entire Jewish Nation. We live within the dialectical tension of being ok and yearning for more. On the one hand we need to be ok with our state of Golus so that we can survive. On the other hand we cannot become complacent and stop yearning for Mashiach.…

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Toldos - Educating Eisav 28:44

۲ years پیش28:44

28:44

In this shiur, delivered at Sharfmans, Rav Burg explains the inner nature of the name Yitzchak and why Yitzchak specifically is described as loving Eisav. Yitzchak laughs because while on the one hand he lives within boundaries, he has the capacity to defy all normal expectations. Some people are able to find light beyond the darkness; Yitzchak can find light within the darkness. Only Yitzchak can see beyond the behavior of Eisav and expect the unexpected.…

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Toldos - Where Teffilah Comes From 40:15

۲ years پیش40:15

40:15

In this shiur, delivered at Tomer Devorah, Rav Burg explains why it was Yitzchak's Teffilah and not Rivka's Teffilah that was answered when she was unable to have children. Only when we live with a sense of abundance in our lives are we capable of imagining the world in new ways. When we are defined by our past we have an impoverished mentality and our imagination is more limited.…

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Chanukah - Falling Upwards 57:10

۲ years پیش57:10

57:10

In this shiur, delivered at the Lubat home in Ramat Beit Shemesh, Rav Burg explains the inner meaning behind the Machlokes between Beis Shammai and Beis Hillel as to how we light the Menorah. Even though it appears at times that we are falling, in truth all movements are upwards. On Chanukah the truth of the darkness is revealed.…

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Chayei Sarah - The Blessings of an Integrity Life 31:18

۲ years پیش31:18

31:18

In this shiur, delivered at Sharfmans, Rav Burg gives over an idea from Rav Lopiansky shlit"a that reveals the inner nature of Bracha (blessed) and Arur (cursed) . Why is it that Avraham tells Eliezer that he is Arur? How is it that Hashem sends a message to Eliezer through Lavan that he is blessed?!? One who lives an integrity life becomes a conduit for blessing in this world.…

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Chayei Sarah - The Three Lives of Sarah Imeinu 34:20

۲ years پیش34:20

34:20

In this shiur, delivered in Tomer Devorah, Rav Burg explores the three names of Sarah Imeinu, how each one of the names relates to a different Mitzvah. miracle and a particular Avodah of relating to the reality of the world. Important note from Rav Burg: "In the beginning of the shiur I asked a question about how the return of the miracles consoled Yitzchak but neglected to answer the question. I apologize. The answer is that because Sarah Imeinu was able to discover Godliness on all three levels (disavowal, refinement and sublimation) her impact on this world transcended her death. Until Rivka came onto the scene, her impact was not felt and this was what Yitzchak was grieving. He could not understand how his mothers Avodah was somehow discontinued. When Rivka married Yitzchak she took on the countenance of Sarah Imeinu and in a certain sense, she became her. The miracles were once again brought back into reality and this is how Yitzchak was consoled. Through Rivka he understood how his mothers impact continued to be a part of this world."…

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Vayera - Are You A Bread Person Or A Salt Person (Achdus Event - Tomer Devorah and Sharfmans) 36:14

۲ years پیش36:14

36:14

In this shiur, delivered at the Achdus Event with Tomer Devorah and Sharfmans, Rav Burg explores why Lots wife turns into salt and why we continue to make it a part of our Yiddishkeit today. The difference between drawing towards and drawing from is subtle but the implications are enormous in terms of the way that we treat other people.…

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Vayera - What You Learn When Your Back Is Up Against The Wall 35:24

۲ years پیش35:24

35:24

This shmooze, sponsored by Smilesforthekids.com and delivered in Mevaseret, addresses the Kiruv methodology of Avraham Avinu. Why does Avraham Avinu seemingly coerce people into acknowledging Hashem? Is that helpful? Does it create meaningful and lasting change? In this shiur, based on a sicha from the Lubavitcher Rebbe, Rav Burg speaks about how sometimes we have to face the hard truth in order to unlock who we really are and what we really believe.…

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Lech Lecha - Be Fascinating 35:47

۲ years پیش35:47

35:47

In this shiur, delivered in Tomer Devorah, Rav Burg explores the difference between the generation that built Migdal Bavel and Avraham Avinu. The juxtaposition of the two clearly indicates that the fundamental mission of the Jew is to be uniquely themselves. Only when we serve Hashem according to the unique nature of our soul can we say that we are truly serving Hashem. And when we do we are fascinating people.…

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Achdus Event - (Mevaseret and Aish Gesher) A Torah of Unity 25:53

۲ years پیش25:53

25:53

In a tremendous display of Achdus in these difficult times, Mevaseret and Aish Gesher joined together for a morning seder. Rav Burg addressed both Yeshivas in an opening shmooze on the topic of Rav Chanina ben Tradyon's tragic death. As he is leaving this world, Rav Chanina ben Tradyon reveals the secret of Klal Yisrael's ultimate victory.…

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Noach - Finding an Inner Strength Amidst the Flood 41:16

۲ years پیش41:16

41:16

This shiur, delivered in Yeshivat HaKotel for the newly formed Acheinu program, explores the nature of the world pre-flood and post-flood. Pre-flood the world received its Godliness from Hashem whereas post-flood the world discovered its Godliness from within. This change was brought about through two mechanisms: 1. the flood 2. the Teiva. The flood of life destroys all of our toxic systems and the Teiva is where we discover our inner strength.…

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Noach - Leaving the Teiva, Returning to the Vulnerability of Life 35:49

۲ years پیش35:49

35:49

Noach would not leave the Teiva until the dove returned with an olive leaf in his mouth. But where would a dove get an olive leaf from? The Medrash provides us with two solutions: Gan Eden or Eretz Yisrael. What is the inner meaning of retrieving an olive leaf from these two places? In this shiur, Rav Burg explores how we can return to our lives after the flood of destruction. How do we know that it is safe to leave the Teiva? When we discover that our inner essence is untainted, the essential self that never participated in our lowest moments and even the essence of our lowest parts that did things we are not proud of, it gives us the feeling of safety to return to the vulnerabilities of life.…

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Noach - The Teiva as a model for the Jewish home 51:28

۲ years پیش51:28

51:28

This shiur, delivered in Tomer Devorah, explores the specific dimensions and design of the Teiva as a model for what a Jewish home ought to look like.

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Bereishis - Making Light Out of the Darkness 40:25

۲ years پیش40:25

40:25

In this shiur, delivered in Tomer Devorah, Rav Burg explores the first several pesukim of Bereishis in an effort to understand these difficult times that we are living in.

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Chizzuk in These Difficult Times (bonus: how to talk to your children about the war with Hamas) 53:52

۲ years پیش53:52

53:52

In this shiur, delivered in the Lubat home in RBS Hey and on zoom, Rav Burg provides Divrei Chizzuk for the community. Focusing in on the spiritual nature of what it means to be a Jew, Rav Burg explores why Achdus is of such extreme importance. At the end of the shiur Rav Burg provides a step by step guide as to how to talk with our children about the war with Hamas.…

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Hoshana Rabbah - To Live in a Pleasant World 36:11

۲ years پیش36:11

36:11

This shiur, delivered at the Yeshivat HaKotel Hoshana Rabbah program, begins with three questions: 1. What's the inner nature of Hoshana Rabbah such that it has the capacity to override the psak of Yom Kippur? 2. Why does the war of Gog and Magog take place on Hoshana Rabbah? 3. What's the connection between Dovid HaMelech (the Ushpizin of the night) and Hoshana Rabbah? In this shiur Rav Burg explains how music represents the mergjng of the spiritual and the physical. Though they don't naturally go together, it is possible to synthesize the two. This is the meaning of the pleasantness of Torah and Olam Haba which are both called Noam.…

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Succos - Enjoy the Process 31:30

۲ years پیش31:30

31:30

In this shiur Rav Burg explores the inner essence of the Esrog. In this world there is both process and achievement. In the physical world we only value achievement but in the spiritual world he process is the goal. When we value the process we can achieve complete Simcha.

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Teshuva - It All Comes Down To Me 49:17

۲ years پیش49:17

49:17

This shiur, delivered in Darchei Binah, explores the story of Rav Elazar ben Dudaya, a man who engaged in a completely hedonistic lifestyle but managed to do Teshuva and acquire his portion in the world to come in a moment. Only through taking personal responsibility for what we have done can we become the people we are destined to be.…

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Haazinu - Speaking With the Higher Self 33:18

۲ years پیش33:18

33:18

In this shiur, delivered in Tomer Devorah, Rav Burg explains the difference between Dibur and Amira. Sometimes, when speaking to our lower self doesn't work, we need to speak with the higher self in a strong and direct manner in order to truly inspire.

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Teshuva - Renewal of our Homes 43:35

۲ years پیش43:35

43:35

In this Aseres Yemei Teshuva shiur, delivered at the Chanukas HaBayis of the Lubat family in RBS, Rav Burg explains how Teshuva allows for an expanded relationship which includes our previous misdeeds.

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Teshuva and Tzedaka 30:28

۲ years پیش30:28

30:28

Delivered on Zoom to Tomer Devorah alumni, Rav Burg explores the Mitzvah of Tzedaka and it's essential connection to Teshuva. Tzedaka is not something we give only with our hands but also with our hearts. It is the truest expression of the Godly soul that we have inherited from Avraham Avinu. In tapping into our true essence we also discover the part of ourselves that is forever pure and the pathway to Teshuva.…

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Rosh Hashanah - Reconciling Trembling With Joy 42:06

۲ years پیش42:06

42:06

In this shiur, the first shiur of the year in Tomer Devorah, Rav Burg explores two approaches as to how we can reconcile the seriousness and the joy of Rosh Hashanah. In the first approach the judgement is serious but the judge is our father. In the second approach we can share the seriousness of our judgement with the Judge Himself and it is a joy to have a place of belonging.…

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Teshuva - Building A New Relationship With Hashem 48:56

۲ years پیش48:56

48:56

In this shiur, delivered to Aish Gesher for Women, Rav Burg explains how Teshuva allows us to build a new relationship with Hashem. From within our wrong doings we discover what we truly desire from our relationship with God.

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Teshuva - A Sanctuary in Space 19:58

۲ years پیش19:58

19:58

In this short shiur, delivered to Mevaseret Alumni, Rav Bug explains why the Rabbeinu Yonah calls Teshuva a sanctuary. Teshuva is not just something we do but a place where we live. Only through Teshuva can we build a home for Hashem in this world.

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Nitzavim - Make Good Choices 36:27

۲ years پیش36:27

36:27

In this shiur, delivered in Sharfman's, Rav Burg explains why we need to be told by Moshe Rabbeinu not to choose death. How many of us choose a path that leads to death because of poor solutions that create further problems?

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Ki Tavo - Collect Your Fruits 37:28

۲ years پیش37:28

37:28

In this shiur, the inaugural shiur Sharfmans, Rav Burg explores the inner meaning of the seven species and why we must deliver them in a basket to the Kohen.

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Elul - Meeting the King in the Field 43:15

۲ years پیش43:15

43:15

The Alter Rebbe teaches us that the King comes out to the field to meet with us during Elul. What is the inner depth of this Mashal? Why does the King take this stroll? In this shiur, delivered at the first guest shiur in MMY, Rav Burg explains why Teshuva feels inorganic even though it is our most natural state of being.…

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Reeh - The Fate of the Many Lies in the Hands of the Individual 26:14

۲ years پیش26:14

26:14

In this week's Parsha shiur, delivered at the final NCSY Kollel Mishmar of the summer, Rav Burg analyzes the first pasuk in Parshas Reeh. The lessons explored include: 1. The fate of the many lies in the hands of the individual 2. The world will be a bracha or a klala depending on what we choose. 3. To be a human being means to be someone who exercises conscious free will. Choose your highest self. 4. Choice always happens in the now. If you want to know how you ended up at your destination simply look at the choices you made consistently over time.…

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Great Debates - Should a Rebbe Know What His Talmid is Doing on a Saturday Night 49:44

۲ years پیش49:44

49:44

NCSY Kollel ran a program called Great Debates. In this debate, featuring Rav Yosef Hirschel vs Rav Burg, the topic debated was should a Rebbe know what his talmid is doing on a Saturday night. Rav Hirschel argued the affirmative and Rav Burg argued the negative. At its core the issue being debated was, what is the role of a Rebbe.…

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A Beautiful Story of Chesed 29:54

۲ years پیش29:54

29:54

In this shiur, delivered at NCSY Kollel Mishmar, Rav Burg told over an exceptional story of Chesed in Beit Shemesh involving a family that is struggling with a rare genetic disease. With Chesed like this happening in our community how is it that Mashiach hasn't come yet?

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Finding the Sweetness in Torah 42:18

۲ years پیش42:18

42:18

In this shiur, delivered at NCSY Michlelet, Rav Burg explores the bracha of V'haarev Na. Only through finding the sweetness of Torah can we ensure transmission of the Jewish mission to the next generation.

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Tisha B'Av - Feeling Hashem's Pain 23:39

۲ years پیش23:39

23:39

In this shiur, delivered at NCSY Kollel on Tisha B'Av, Rav Burg explains how we are all very busy trying to tap into our own loss on Tisha B'Av but what about feeling Hashem's Pain for His loss. It's His house that was destroyed and only through feeling the pain of another will we merit to rebuild the Beis HaMikdash.…

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Tisha B'Av - The Five Stages of Destruction 32:29

۲ years پیش32:29

32:29

In this shiur, delivered at NCSY Michlelet to both TJJ and Michlelet girls, Rav Burg explains how each one of the five tragedies that occurred on Tisha B'Av further our destruction until we are completely annihilated. But, at the point of complete annihilation, we discover that we have not been destroyed we have been planted and we are in the process of growing.…

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Devarim - Choosing a Godly Life 27:52

۲ years پیش27:52

27:52

In this shiur, delivered in NCSY Kollel at Mishmar, Rav Burg explains (based on a sicha from the Lubavitcher Rebbe) why Hashem allowed Klal to make the totally free choice to send Meraglim to spy out Eretz Canaan. We are naturally pulled to do a Mitzvah but when given an option we are totally free to do as we please. In this way we can truly invite Hashem into our lives.…

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Nine Days - Discovering The Simcha That Comes From Aveilus 47:58

۲ years پیش47:58

47:58

Chazal teach us that anyone who mourns the destruction of the Beis HaMikdash will merit to see it in it's state of Simcha. In this shiur, delivered to the Nshei of Neve Shamir, Rav Burg explores the vulnerability of Aveilus - the physical loss and the geographical disorientation, and how only through a true mourning process can we come to discover the completion that exists within our state of incompleteness.…

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Matos - Making His Ratzon Our Ratzon 31:16

۲ years پیش31:16

31:16

In this shiur, delivered at NCSY Kollel Mishmar, Rav Burg (quoting from Rav Lopiansky shlit"a) explains why the last battle that Moshe Rabbeinu fought was specifically with Midyan and Bilaam. Why was this a condition for Moshe to move on to the next world? Furthermore, what was the significance of the Tzitz in the battle with Midyan? Are we serving Hashem or serving ourselves? Do we learn Torah in order to pervert the Torah or to do Hashem's will in this world?…

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Matos Masei - Hard Enough to Survive and Complete the Journey (Staff Training With NCSY Next Step) 59:59

۲ years پیش59:59

59:59

In this shiur Rav Burg explains, based on a sicha from the Lubavitcher Rebbe, the connection between the Masei and the reason why these Parshios are read during the three weeks. We must live with the paradox of becoming hard enough to survive Galus, drawing from wellsprings of faith that we did not know existed, and at the same time understand that this all taking us to Eretz Yisrael, a time of Geula. The shiur was followed by a Question and Answer with the advisors of NCSY Next Step.…

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Parshas Shelach - You Are Not Fallen, You're in Process 15:00

۲ years پیش15:00

15:00

In this short shiur, delivered at the grand banquet of Mevaseret, Rav Burg addresses the Talmidim for the final time of the year. In this shiur he defines the difference between a Malach who is an Omed and a human being who is a Mehaleich. An Omed can be defined by his fall but a human being who is in process can never be defined by what he does.…

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Behaalosecha - Swimming Against the Stream of Life 43:26

۲ years پیش43:26

43:26

In this shiur, the last of the year in Tomer Devorah, Rav Burg addresses the inverted nuns that we find in this weeks Parsha. What are they doing in this week Parsha? Why a Nun? Why inverted? Why do we recite these pesukim at least three times a week? A Jew is called upon to swim upstream in life. To go against the current. And as we rebound for our state of Nefillah we climb higher than ever before, to a place that is even beyond our capacity to achieve.…

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Shavuos - To Be A Part Of God's Nation 46:24

۲ years پیش46:24

46:24

In this shiur, delivered in Michlala, Rav Burg explains (based on the Torah of the Nachlas Yosef) the first several Pesukim of Megillas Rus. Understanding the inner story of how Naomi came to be in Moav allows us to understand the heroism of her return to return to Eretz Yisrael. Indeed from her return comes Dovid HaMelech and ultimately Melech HaMashiach.…

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Shavuos - Finding Hashem in the Torah 36:56

۲ years پیش36:56

36:56

In this shiur, delivered in Tomer Devorah, Rav Burg explores the topic of seeing the sounds by Har Sinai. The Zohar HaKadosh takes this literally. The inner message of this teaching is that Yiddishkeit needs to be something visible and visceral. We cannot teach the menu of Shabbos without teaching the majesty of Shabbos. If we are going to be Hashem's loyal servants, when the mountain of Har Sinai is held over our heads and a deep hester panim has set in, we must be able to draw from the strength of our relationship with Hashem.…

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Shavuos - When You Thought I Wasn't Looking 44:55

۲ years پیش44:55

44:55

When we know deeply that we matter, that our actions matter, we are capable of doing incredible things. The Medrash teaches us that had Boaz known that his actions were being recorded he would have served Rus a fleishigs seuda. This was not because Boaz wanted to look good for eternity but because he did not know that his actions mattered eternally.…

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Shavuos - To Be a Part of God's Nation 53:36

۲ years پیش53:36

53:36

In this shiur, delivered to the Nshei of Rechavia, Rav Burg explains (based on the Torah of the Nachlas Yosef) the first several Pesukim of Megillas Rus. Understanding the inner story of how Naomi came to be in Moav allows us to understand the heroism of her return to return to Eretz Yisrael. Indeed from her return comes Dovid HaMelech and ultimately Melech HaMashiach.…

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Shavuos - The Value of the Birchas HaTorah 49:12

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In this shiur, delivered to the Nshei of Neve Shamir in Ramat Beit Shemesh, Rav Burg explores the concept of Chazal's explanation thatthe destruction of the Beis HaMidash was destroyed because of the fact that they did not make a Birchas HaTorah before davening. Could it be that they did not make a Birchas HaTorah before learning? Even if it did happen, is that something worthy of the destruction of the Beis HaMikdash? Wasn't the Beis HaMikdash destroye because of the big three aveiros? Examining these questions and several more, Rav Burg addresses the topic of finding Hashem in the Torah and now allowing it to become an intellectual pursuit. Only through an authentic relationship with Hashem can we pass on our heritage to the next generation.…

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Shavuos - Essence of Polarities (followed by a Q&A with Rav and Rebbetzin Burg) 53:32

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In this shiur, delivered in Aish HaTorah to the Chizzuk Mission led by Barrie Feld, Rav Burg addresses how the physical and spiritual can be fused with each other only from the perspective of the essence. This concept can be used to understand how men and women can find each other in relationships. At the end of the shiur there is a question and answer from Rav and Rebbetzin Burg.…

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NCSY Staff Training 53:58

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In this shiur, delivered in the Jerusalem Gold Hotel in Yerushalayim to NCSY Summer advisors, Rav Burg addresses the topic of Chinuch and how it is an expression of our Avodas Hashem. The shiur was followed by a question and answer session about practical topics regarding dealing with NCSY'ers in the summer.…

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Bamidbar - Ask Not What Hashem Can Do For You But What You Can Do For Hashem 52:43

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In a consumeristic culture we have lost sight of what our relationship with Hashem is all about. In this shiur Rav Burg explains how we tend to "sell" Judaism to our youth rather than teach them that they have obligations and reponsibilities to participate in our relationship with Hashem. Each of us has a unique Godly soul and we are meant to contribute to this world.…

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Dignity in Focus Challenge (Tomer Devorah Awards Dinner) - Rav and Rebbetzin Burg (shiur plus Q&A) 57:09

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For several years Tomer Devorah runs a DIF (Dignity in Focus) challenge that culminates with a dinner for the winners. The dinner is highlighted by a short shiur from Rav and Rebbetzin Burg on the topic of dignity and is followed by a Q&A on the topic of dignity. Rav Burg spoke about dignity as a shemira and Rebbetzin Burg spoke about Tznius as creating space for another.…

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Behar - Restored to Factory Settings 53:05

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In this shiur, delivered in Tomer Devorah, Rav Burg explores the Mitzvah of Shemitta. Why does the Torah indicate that Shemitta was to be kept immediately upon entering Eretz Yisrael when in fact it was only kept seven years later? What is the inner connection between Matan Torah and Har Sinai? Why does the Torah record the question of those Jews who wondered what they would eat after the Shemitta year rather just giving the answer as the Torah generally does? Rav Burg explains the difference between a scarcity mentality and an abundance mentality and how the Mitzvah of Shemitta restores us to our original settings on an even higher level.…

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Lag Ba’Omer and the Scent of Torah (full) 1:50:57

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This episode contains the full shiurim of Rav Aryeh Cohen and Rav Burg (previous uploads are missing a couple of minutes of Rav Burgs shiur) shiurim as well as a question and answer on a variety of topics.

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Lag Ba'omer & The Scent Of Torah - A Woman's Calling in Torah (Rav Aryeh Cohen and Rav Burg) Pt. 2 50:28

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Part 2 of the shiurim on exploring a woman's role in Torah as we draw close to Shavuos and a question and answer with Rav Cohen and Rav Burg on a variety of topics.

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Lag Ba'omer & The Scent Of Torah - A Woman's Calling in Torah (Rav Aryeh Cohen and Rav Burg) Pt. 1 58:21

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These shiurim, delivered in Aish Kodesh in Woodmere, was a night of Chizzuk to explore the role of women as we draw close to Shavuos and Matan Torah. A special thank you to all sponsors. Shiur begins from Rav Cohen and is followed by Rav Burg at 41:30.

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Emor - Loving Those Who Curse God 36:18

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In this shiur, delivered on the NCSY staff training Shabbaton, Rav Burg explains the secret story behind the Mekalel and what led him to curse Hashem and scoff at the Lechem HaPanim. It is imperative for us to ensure that our children feel that they have a deep sense of belonging which leads them to see Hashem as a warm and safe place. The opposite Chas V'shalom can lead to cursing Hashem.…

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Lag Ba’Omer - True Achdus 52:27

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In this shiur, delivered in Monsey, Rav Burg explains how Rav Shimon Bar Yochai, and the inner Torah which connects to the essence of all things, brings true Shalom to the world.

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Emor - Structured for Success (Dealing With Real Life After Sem) 37:55

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In this shiur, based on a Sicha from the Lubavitcher Rebbe zt"l, Rav Burg highlights the needs for structure in order to be successful. In the Beis HaMikdash the Kohanim were vigilant because the environment was permeated with Kedusha. Outside of the Beis HaMikdash, Moshe Rabbeinu ensured that they were overseen by the Beis Din in oder to ensure their continued vigilance in the area of Kedusha. While we have created wonderful structures for women today, we must do more to ensure their continued success after seminary. Rav Burg gives several practical ideas for women who want to structure themselves for success.…

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Sefiras HaOmer - Redeeming Jews From the Fitieth Level of Tumah 39:35

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In this shiur, delivered in Mevaseret at the start of Kayitz Zman, Rav Burg explains how Moshe Rabbeinu wanted Rav Akiva to take the Jews out of Mitzrayim. Because Rav Akiva achieved understanding of the fiftieth level of Binah he was able to see through to the essence of even someone who had fallen into the lowest level of Tumah and to redeem them. Rav Burg explains how when we learn Torah we have to see not only the words of Torah but the crowns, the essence, that is within those words. True Torah must draw us closer to every other Jew.…

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Parshas Tazria/Metzorah - Tahor, Tahor 47:19

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In this shiur, based on a sicha from the Lubavitcher Rebbe zt"l, Rav Burg explains the concepts of Ratzo and Shov, three perspectives as to how Hashem relates to creation and how Rabbah Bar Nachmeini was able to see the purity in every single Jew, even those who were persecuting him.

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Pesach - Arrogance: Confronting the Essence of Pharaoh 55:58

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In this shiur, delivered to the Nshei of Neve Shamir, Rav Burg explains the Zohar HaKadosh which speaks about Moshe Rabbeinu confronting the inner essence of Pharaoh, namely arrogance. Arrogance is built on the impoverished mentality that we are not enough and allows us to do despicable things to uphold this false notion of self. On a deeper level, even our arrogance comes from the Divine but it is a misappropriation. Once we realize that everything comes from Hashem, even our arrogance, redemption occurs.…

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Vayikra - The Essential Ingredient for Shalom Bayis - Humility 47:47

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Question - If Rebbe were to give shiur about things to keep in mind and be conscious of when building a home of shalom bayis what would be the number one thing that Rebbe would speak about? What is that one factor that will create a strong home of Shalom Bayis? In this shiur, Rav Burg answers this question by examining the enlarged Beis in the word Bereishis and the small Aleph in the word Vayikra. True humility means stepping up to the call of the mission for which we were created (to sustain the world) and stepping back to create space for another in our lives.…

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Vayikra - Bringing Out the Essence of the Animal Soul 47:03

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Every single korban has salt in it but none are allowed to have yeast or honey (with the exception of the shtei halachem on Shavuos). The Rambam explains that the Torah did not allow honey or yeast because that is what the baalei avodah zarah used for their sacrifices. What does this mean for us? In this shiur (delivered at Stern College) Rav Burg explains the inner meaning of sacrifice and how through salting the korban we bring out the inner essence of the animal soul - the desire for Godliness.…

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Pesach - Mapping a Course to Freedom 57:19

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As the beginning of Maggid, Ha Lachma Anya contains within it all of Maggid. And yet it is a section of the Haggadah that makes very little sense. In contrast to the rest of the Haggadah it is written in Aramaic. Why? Ha Lachma Anya does not seem to have anything to do with Maggid. Why is it placed there? This is not the bread that our forefathers ate in Mitzrayim, it's the food that they ate when they left Mitzrayim? The Magen Avraham says that we ought to say "This is "like" the food that they ate..." but the Mogen Avraham says lo hifsid if we say it according to our current girsa. Why doesn't the Magen Avraham mandate that we say "like"? Why does he allow the current girsa? He even makes it sound like it is correct and that we have lost nothing by saying the current girsa? This is obviously not an invitation - that should have happened in Shul. At the very least before Kiddush so that the person being invited could have had the first cup of wine. The door is not even opened! What's the difference between those who are hungry and those who are needy? What does it mean to invite some to celebrate Pesach with us? They can't join us in the Korban Pesach, it's too late! They have to be included before the Korban was shechted. What's the difference between now we are here and now we are slaves? What's the connection between all three of these things? In this shiur, delivered in Monsey, Rav Burg explains how we are still in Egypt and the process of leaving Mitzrayim is the story of our entire history. Ha Lachma Anya is a road map for how we leave Mitzrayim. 1 - We recognize our state of being in Mitzrayim. 2 - We realize that we are part of something larger than ourselves. We contribute to those who are in need. We recognize how we are needed in the world. 3 - We hold on to the hope and vision of redemption being both physical and essential.…

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Parshas Vayakel - Mirror Mirror 33:20

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The washstand in the Mishkan was made of the hand mirrors that the women used in Mitzrayim to ensure the continuity of Klal Yisrael. Moshe Rabbeinu was reluctant to use these mirrors but Hashem said they were most precious to Him. What was the machlokes between Moshe and Hashem. Why were these mirrors so precious? In this shiur Rav Burg explains how the way we we look at things is what makes them last. It influences the way we act in this world. Only when the Kohanim washed their hands and feet in the kiyor made from these mirrors could they bring atonement to Klal Yisrael.…

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Parshas Tetzaveh - Pomegranate Jews: The Beauty of Imperfection 45:25

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Based on a sicha from the Lubavitcher Rebbe zt"l, Rav Burg explains the inner meaning of bells and pomegranates on the hem of the clothing of the Kohen Gadol. True leaders know that they cannot be safe in the Kodesh Hakedoshim if they do not represent every single Jew, including those who make a lot of noise. The pomegranates stand alone (according to Rashi) to show that even in our state of imperfection there is beauty in our struggle.…

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Purim - The Joy of Incompletion 58:14

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In this shiur, delivered to the Chizzuk Mission in Aish HaTorah, Rav Burg explains how even though we remained servants of Achashverosh (which is why we don't say Hallel), we still celebrate Purim because we found the joy within our state of incompleteness. True joy comes from finding the completion within the incompletion. But there is great vulnerability in admitting that we are incomplete and that takes a tremendous amount of honesty and courage.…

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Parshas Terumah - Holy Foolishness: Achieving the Impossible 42:05

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Yaakov Avinu took with him the Atzei Shitim from Eretz Canaan to Mitzrayim in order the Klal Yisrael should have the wood in order to build the Mishkan and the Aron. Why did he not just instruct them to take the Atzei Shitim from Mitzrayim? Or better yet, just take them from the Midbar and not have to carry them throughout the desert? In this shiur Rav Burg explores the part of us that is foolish. On the one hand we can fall into the foolishness of sin and on the other hand we can be so foolish as to believe in and achieve the impossible. A Jew must take the Atzei Shitim, tress of folly, from Eretz Yisrael so that they may have hope in Mitzrayim and build a dwelling place for Hashem down below.…

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Parshas Yisro - Excitement vs Inspiration 33:26

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When Yisro joins Moshe Rabbeinu in the desert, Moshe relays all of the happenings that occurred to Klal Yisrael. This despite the fact that the passuk already tells us that Yisro had heard everything. Why did Moshe tell Yisro what he already knew? What was being added? Rashi tells us that Yisro heard about the splitting of the sea and the war with Amalek. This is difficult to understand since the passuk tells us that Yisro heard everything that happened. Why do Chazal highlight these two events? In this shiur Rav Burg explains that difference between excitement and inspiration. Excitement does not last but true inspiration which comes from relevant education lasts a life time.…

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Parshas Yisro - Rational vs Suprarational Education 50:02

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In order to marry Tzipporah, Moshe Rabbeinu makes a deal with Yisro to give his first born child to Avodah Zara. How couold Moshe have done this? Are we not obligated to give our lives in order to avoid serving idols? Not only does this go against the Torah but it is against the Sheva Mitzvos Bnei Noach as well! In this shiur, Rav Burg explains two methods of raising our children: Rational - exposing our children to everything and showing them the logical truth of Judaism vs Suprarational - raising our children to believe that there is a truth that transcends logic, a truth that goes beyond our rational minds.…

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Aish Kodesh - Bo 33:20

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Parshas Beshalach - Singing Yiddishkeit Back to Life 46:07

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Rav Burg began this shiur by asking four questions: 1. We sang Shira in the zechus of our Emunah. What is the connection between our emunah and singing? 2. Az Yashir is the source for techias hameisim in the Torah. What is the connection between techias hameisim and singing? 3. Every morning we sing Az Yashir in Pesukei D'zimra. P"D is about praise and thanksgiving for the greatness of Hashem. Az Yashir does not fit this theme. 4. The Gemara in Megillah (16b) teaches that the sections of the Torah involving Shirah need to be written “ariach al gabei leveinah” the script of the line above is written over the empty space of the line below it, in a bricklaying pattern. Rashi comments that there is actually more empty space than words in the Shirah – more blanks than writing. What is the inner significance of this format? Rav Burg explains that Judaism has a body and a soul. The halacha is the body but emunah is the soul. Through our connection to the soul of Yiddishkeit, not only can we survive in Golus but we can even sing.…

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Parshas Beshalach - Transforming Pharaoh 47:42

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Why is the name of the Parsha Beshalach when there are so many aspects of the Parsha (Krias Yam Suf, the descent of the Mann and Milchemes Amalek) that seem to be more important? Why is it that Pharaoh needs to compel us to leave Mitzrayim? In this shiur, Rav Burg explains how we are brought down into this world to transform the Pharaoh in our lives. Additionally, only through being absolutely compelled to leave Mitzrayim have we truly gone free.…

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NCSY Staff Chizuk Shabbaton - Q&A with Rav Burg 53:05

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Q&A at Stern College

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Bo - Darkness 29:20

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Parshas Bo - Becoming a Shliach for Hashem 30:34

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The Halachos of Shlucho Shel Adam Kamoso is learned out from the Parsha of Korban Pesach. Why specifically this Parsha? Moshe Rabbeinu is the ultimate Shliach of Hashem and yet he is at first hesitant to accept the mission. Why? In this shiur, Rav Burg explains how if we want to leave the Mitzrayims of our lives and experience true redemption we must transcend our own ego and nullify ourselves to Hashem. In this way we become true emissaries of Hashem in this world.…

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Parshas Vaera - Your Ego is Trying to Kill You 33:55

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Each of the ten Makkos that destroyed Mitzrayim taught invaluable lessons about the dysfunctionality of Mitzrayim. In this shiur, based on a sicha from the Lubavitcher Rebbe, Rav Burg explores the Makka of Barad, hail. The unique nature of the hail in Mitzrayim was that it was fire covered in ice. Why did Hashem create the hail in this fashion? We must make sure in life not just to engage the cold exterior but to rectify the fire of the ego that burns within the coldness of a person.…

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Aish Kodesh 11 (Vayechi and Vaeira) 44:35

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In this shiur Rav Burg gave over two pieces from the Aish Kodesh. Vayechi - In this piece the Aish Kodesh teaches us how Yaakov Avinu being "blocked off" from revealing the end of days to his children was actually a sign of the redemption itself. When the damage of Golus reaches cosmic levels Hashem will surely bring the Geula. Vaeira - In this piece the Aish Kodesh teaches us the difference between chein, chesed and rachamim. Chein and Chesed have nothing to do with being judged. We find grace in Hashem's eyes not because we are worthy or unworthy but simply because. Similarly, Hashem does Chesed for us because he is the ultimate Baal Chesed, not because we are deserving. When it comes to Rachamim, mercy, we are in a state of judgement and Hashem finds something within us that we can be deserving of His mercy. Moshe Rabbeinu is commanded to treat Klal Yisrael gently because Pharaoh was working Klal Yisrael to death. In such a state they needed chein and chesed, not rachamim.…

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Shemos - Becoming a Faithful Shepherd 38:48

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Moshe Rabbeinu wonders about the reason Klal Yisrael has not left Mitzrayim. Initially he believes that Klal Yisrael needs a warrior to teach them their strength but ultimately he learns that the reason Klal Yisrael has not left Mitzrayim is because of their lack of Achdus. To redeem Klal Yisrael Moshe Rabbeinu must learn to become a shepherd, taking care of the young sheep that has strayed from the rest of the flock. In this shiur Rav Burg explains the three lessons that Moshe Rabbeinu learned as a shepherd and how we can bring redemption in our generation by employing these very same lessons.…

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Shemos - Holy Chutzpah 34:35

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There are various opinions regarding the origin of Moshe Rabbeinu's name. There are those that maintain that it is a Hebrew name while others maintain that it is an Egyptian name. If Klal Yisrael is redeemed in the merit of not changing their names, how could Moshe Rabbeinu himself have an Egyptian name? In this shiur Rav Burg explains the true nature of golus. A light descends into the darkness of golus to emerge greater than before. The Chutzpah of Pharaoh gives rise to an even greater and holier Chutzpah from the daughter of Pharaoh. It is that holy Chutzpah that Moshe Rabbeinu embodies as he redeems us from Mitzrayim.…

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Parshas Vayechi - The History of the World in 12 Steps 36:24

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Based on brilliant and novel insight the Lubavitcher Rebbe zt'l, Rav Burg explains how each name of the parshios of Bereishis represents another stage in the development of the history of the world.

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Vayechi - We Are Not Our Lowest Moments 34:04

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The challenge of parenting in today's generation may feel enormous. Yosef HaTzaddik teaches us that even in the most difficult circumstances we are all capable of raising children like Menashe and Ephraim. Our children have two parts: Menashe - the parts they would like to forget and Ephraim - the parts they value. In this shiur, based on the Degel Machaneh Ephraim, Rav Burg explains how we must parent our children to know that the Menashe part of them is not who they truly are. And rather than feeling deeply ashamed of these parts we must understand that we will become great because of them.…

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Parshas Vayigash - A Father's Love 40:55

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Yosef HaTzaddik reveals himself to his brothers and asks "Is my father still alive?" Of course he is alive! The brothers have been talking about Yaakov throughout their entire time in Mitzrayim. The journey of life can be terrifying. How do we maintain our strength and resolve? The loving words of a parent can stay with us for a lifetime.…

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Parshas Vayigash - You Are Enough 32:45

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Yehuda tells Yosef do not get angry for you are like Pharaoh himself. The worst way to get someone to calm down is to tell them to calm down. Why would Yehuda tell Yosef not to get angry? In this shiur Rav Burg explains the difference between an abundance mentality and an impoverished mentality as it relates to parenting and relationships with our spouses. Yehudas words give us insight into how we can be enough for ourselves.…

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Aish Kodesh - 10 (Mikeitz) 34:05

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Yaakov blesses his children that the Egyptian ruler should have mercy on them. The Aish Kodesh asks, why doesn't he bless them that no harm should befall them. Just as Hashem creates an expanding universe and tells it to stop expanding so too there are different types of salvations. Sometimes salvation comes from an expanding process. You go to the doctor who diagnoses an illness, procure the medicine etc... Sometimes, if there is no time for an expanding process, Hashem says enough to the expansion. The salvation must come immediately. This is the deeper meaning of Hashem creating the world with middas harachamim before middas hadin. The mercy of Hashem bring a salvation immediately without any process needing to unfold.…

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Chanukah - Purity in our Judaism 24:01

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Delivered to the Shana Bet in Mevaseret for Erev Shabbos Mussar, Rav Burg discusses why the Mitzvah of Ner Chanuka is on the home, the reason for the precedence of Ner Shabbos over Ner Chanukah and the last zman for Ner Chanukah is when the tarmudai would come home from the Shuk. The outside influences of immorality have made an impact on our community. In order to transmit Yiddishkeit it needs to be pure through and through. Our homes need to be places where Yiddishkeit is pristine. Only when we are ensconced in Torah and Mitzvos can we successfully combat the rebellion of the Shuk.…

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Yud Tes Kislev Fabrengen in Shaalvim (Vayishlach/Vayeshev) 1:25:09

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Delivered in Shaalvim, Rav Burg discusses Dinah going out into Shechem to reveal the hidden spark of Rav Akiva and Yosef losing his begadim in order to discover himself. The second part of Ra Burg's shmooze begins at the 44 minute mark.

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Parshas Vayeshev - Finding Connection Within 39:00

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Chazal tells us that Yosef HaTzaddik would tell Yaakov Avinu about all of the misdeeds of the shevatim. If there was anything to tell, he would run to his father to share with him the bad news. Why? In this shiur, Rav Burg explains that lonely children will push away the very people they want to connect with. The journey of Yosef HaTzaddik is our journey. It is about finding connection within and then being able to connect to others. Rather than push away those who seem to be pushing us way, we ought to see through their actions to the pain underneath.…

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Yud Tes Kislev Fabrengen - (Parshas Vayeshev) Finding Hashem in Our Loneliness 52:16

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Delivered to the women of Nishei Neve Shamir, in this shiur Rav Burg explains how the story of Yosef and Eishes Potiphar, the story of Rachav and Yehoshua and the story of the talmid of Rav Chiya and the Zonah are all one story. Not only are they all the same soul, it is a story about people, who from a deep place of loneliness seek out counterfeit connection. And, it is also a story about how that very same loneliness becomes the pathway for true belonging.…

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Parshas Vayishlach - The Rising Sun 32:45

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In the middle of the meat market, while purchasing meat for the wedding of Rabban Gamliel's son, Rav Akiva turns to Rabban Gamliel and Rav Yehoshua and asks them what it meant by the passuk that the sun rose for him (Yaakov Avinu). Does the sun not rise for everyone. Rav Akiva answers that the sun that set for Yaakov Avinu when he left his father's home now rose for him as well. In this shiur Rav Burg explains how we can cope with the turbulent and chaotic times in our life. The sun that sets for us ultimately rises for us. We must have faith that the sun will rise once again and though it may be dark times, the dawn is certainly coming.…

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Parshas Vayishlach - The Vulnerability of Life, and Those Who Love Us Through It 39:12

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Everything the Torah tells us is to impart cosmic and timeless lessons. It is therefore all the more surprising that the Torah, seemingly out of nowhere, tells us about the death of Devorah, the wet nurse of Rivka. Why do we need to know about this? What is the significance of her being buried beneath a tree and the name of that place? In this shiur, delivered in Stern College, Rav Burg explains how we are all loved into being. The people that love us into being give us the courage to face life's vulnerabilities and show up authentically.…

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Parshas Vayishlach - Eisav's Kiss 46:20

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The story of Yaakov and Eisav's reunion is meant to guide us through our own confrontations with the Eisav's in our life. Rashi changes the order of the pesukim and tells us that Yaakov sent gifts, davened and prepared for war resulting in a genuine hug but a less than genuine kiss. In this shiur Rav Burg explains how we can treat ourselves with kindness and compassion, align ourselves with Hashem and always know that we are never defeated as we battle our inner Eisav. Even if we are not yet completely victorious we are on the way.…

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Parshas Vayeitzei - Though I Am Sleeping I Am Wide Awake 42:21

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In this week's Parsha Yaakov Avinu fell asleep at the Makom Hamikdash and dreamt of Malachim going up and down a ladder. Chazal tell us that Hashem had to protect Yaakov from these Malachim who wanted to kill him. The Ksav Sofer explains that they wanted to kill Yaakov because he fell asleep at such a holy place. The Gemara tells us that Hashem made the sun set early so that Yaakov Avinu would go to sleep. If that's the case then why would the Malachim want to kill him? He was simply doing what Hashem wanted!?! And is sleeping in the Makom Hamikdash worthy of the death penalty??? In this shiur, delivered in California, Rav Burg explains how we are meant to build a dwelling place for Hashem in our world. We are meant to confront the notion of death and introduce Hashem even into the lowest of our physical realities. For those who feel like they have died a little bit, that they're Judaism has become sleepy so to speak, this shiur is for you!…

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Toldos - Digging Wells - Seeing Beneath the Surface 34:15

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What is the inner significance of digging wells? Why did Hashem create the world by first covering the world with water and then aggregating the water into one place so that dry land would appear? Why did Hashem create man by adding water to the soil and kneading us (like bread) into being? In this shiur, Rav Burg explains how we are called upon to see the Godliness beneath existence, how we can reveal the Godliness that inheres within creation and see the Godliness in every single Jew!…

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Chayei Sarah - A Nose Ring and Two Bracelets - Codependent No More 38:06

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1. The story of Eliezer finding a shidduch for Yitzchak comprises 67 pesukim in the Torah! Normally the Torah is concise but here Hashem sees fit to tell us the story in great detail. Why? 2. Eliezer gives Rivka a golden nose ring worth half a shekel and two bracelets each worth ten gold shekel. Rashi teaches that the nose ring is an allusion to the half a shekel that would one day be donated to the Mishkan and the bracelets are an allusion to the aseres hadibros. What does this have to do with marriage? Why does Eliezer see fit to bring these concepts to mind now? 3. The half shekel was a tikkun for the cheit haegel. Hashem showed Moshe a half shekel on fire because he could not understand how half a shekel could bring an atonement for such a terrible aveira. How does the fiery coin answer Moshe's question. In this shiur Rav Burg explains how these two gifts teach Rivka about having a healthy, non codependent relationship. Like the half shekel she is missing her other half but like the bracelets she is already whole. Being one half of a whole allows us to apologize and to forgive our spouse. Being whole means we allow our spouse to share their lives with us and we in turn share our lives with them.…

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Aish Kodesh - 9 (Vayeshev) 37:32

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In this exceptionally stirring shiur the Aish Kodesh asks why Hashem won't allow the tzaddikim to have serenity in this world. The Rebbe distinguishes between those who are silent because they choose not to speak and those who are mute because they have loss all capacity to process their trauma and give language to their pain. Still, even in this state, the mute person can gesture and communicate somewhat. Deeper still is the person whose pain is so exceptional that they cannot communicate their pain on any level. Their muteness is absolute. The Tzaddik who finds himself in such a state finds a way to cry out to Hashem and raise others up with him. The Tzaddik cannot be serene in such a state. He cannot accept his own pain and live a muted life. As he rises up he brings others with him. The Aish Kodesh had suffered heavy losses in his own life and in this shiur we gain insight into how to Aish Kodesh overcame his own pain and raised others with him.…

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Chayei Sarah - The Humble Servant Makes The Shidduch 52:31

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Eliezer is the ultimate servant of Avraham Avinu and yet despite his exceptional dedication Avraham Avinu does not see fit to make a shidduch with the daughter of Eliezer. Why then does he trust Eliezer to find a shidduch for Yitzchak? If Eliezer is trustworthy enough to make a shidduch, why is his daughter not a good match for Yitzchak? In this shiur, delivered in MMY, Rav Burg explains how exceptional humility is the fertile soil for love to occur but absolute humility does not make a good partner.…

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Parshas Vayera - Grounded in the Chaos of Life 41:07

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‘And Avraham arose early in the morning to the place where he had stood before Hashem’ (Bereshis 19:27). From this passuk we learn that Avraham Avinu instituted Shacharis and that one ought to have a makom kavua, a set place, for davening. The Gemara in Brachos teacehs that one who has a makom kavua is an anav, a chasid and a talmid of Avraham Avinu. They have a greater level of siyata dishmaya in their teffilos. What is the significance of a makom kavua? In this shiur, Rav Burg explains how through Teffillah we stay grounded in a chaotic world.…

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Lech Lecha - Leaving Your Home To Find Yourself 41:54

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Avraham Avinu was told lech lecha, go to yourself. But could it be that we are supposed to leave our countries, our communities and our homes - these wonderful places that loved us into being - in order to find ourselves? How could that be the message of the Torah?!? In this shiur Rav Burg explains who is the real you and how we are meant to journey to self discovery.…

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Aish Kodesh - 8 (Vayishlach) 37:06

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In this shiur the Aish Kodesh asks two questions: 1. Why does Yaakov Avinu insist on being blessed by the Malach of Eisav when he had already been blessed by Hashem? 2. Why does the Malach ask Yaakov Avinu his name? The Rebbe explains that it is not enough simply to leave our state of pain. True redemption only occurs when we have gained something fundamental from our pain. Our pain brings a whole new level of salvation. Furthermore, we rule over ourselves under all circumstances.…

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Parshas Noach - Rooted in the Past, Securely Attached in the Present 40:02

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The story of Migdal Bavel is a perplexing one. What is the connection between this story and the story of the flood? What exactly were they attempting to do by building a tower? Why is it a fitting consequence to babel their language? In this shiur, Rav Burg explains how being firmly rooted in the stories of our past gives us the capacity to handle what life throws at us in the present. Those who are rooted in their origin stories have an abundance mentality that allows for true expressions of their individuality rather than fake conformity.…

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Bereishis - Begin Again 34:46

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Bereishis means in the beginning. The word Bereishis can also be understood as Beis Reishis, two beginnings. But Hashem only created the world once. Why does the Torah allude to a second beginning? In this shiur Rav Burg explains how every story has not one but two beginnings. It is up to us to choose to begin again.…

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Hoshana Rabbah - There is Nothing Simple About Simple Jews 33:10

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Delivered at Yeshivat HaKotel's Vayichan program on Hoshana Rabbah, based on a sicha from the Lubavitcher Rebbe, Rav Burg explains how it is the simple Jews that reflect Hashem's essence in this world. Complexity hides Hashem's simple presence in creation. The greater the complexity, the greater the concealment. The simple Jew who serves Hashem simply because they're Jewish lacks the concealment of more complex Jews. The Aravos of Hoshana Rabbah are different than the aravos of the dalet minim. Though they both represent the simple Jews, the aravos of Hoshana Rabbah are not impacted in any way by the sophistication of the other minim. In that way, Hoshana Rabbah highlights the beauty of the simple Jews.…

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Aish Kodesh - 7 (Vayeitzei) 35:57

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As Yaakov Avinu is sleeping and dreaming of the malachim going up and down the ladder, Rashi explains that it is Hashem who is guarding over him. The Aish Kodesh asks, why is it Hashem guarding over Yaakov and not a malach? Why does it repeat that he is being guarded twice? The Malachim of the ladder represent the nations of the world who are at war with each other. When they are fighting, Klal Yisrael is in danger. In these times we need the special shemira of Hashem Himself. When we have no zechusim of our own, we are still the children of the Avos and Hashem watches over us in their merit. The Rebbe explains that there is a difference between that which is written and that which is spoken. That which is spoken does not last but that which is written can be taken with us. The Rebbe calls upon us, in times of great struggle, to write our inspiration on our hearts so we can take it with us.…

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Parshas Nitzavim - Growing Up, Choosing Hashem 39:09

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In this week's Parsha, Moshe Rabbeinu, for the first time in history, renews the Bris between Klal Yisrael and Hashem. Up until now it was always Hashem that made a Bris with humanity/Klal Yisrael. Why the change? Based on an essay from Rabbi Jonathan Sacks ob"m, Rav Burg explains that truly inspired Judaism comes from choosing to participate in a relationship with Hashem.…

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Aish Kodesh - 6 (Toldos) 34:15

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In this shiur the Aish Kodesh explains two different types of giving. 1. Hashem simply gives because He is giving, not because we are deserving. 2. Hashem pays back a "debt" so to speak and gives us what we are owed for the performance of our Mitzvos. The Rebbe teaches that there are two types of Jews, those who are lost and those are completely unrecognizable. In 1939 the Rebbe addresses those Jews that have completely lost their sense of self because of the persecution of the Nazi's. The Rebbe speaks to how Hashem will restore these Jews to their previous pristine state.…

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Aish Kodesh - 5 (Chayei Sarah) 52:07

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In this shiur the Aish Kodesh explains that while it is true that suffering purifies it is also true that suffering too much can be too much to bear. In this exceptional piece we learn how Sarah Imeinu opened up her heart to all of the pain of the Akeida so that the pain would teach Hashem (us and the world at large) how even a great tzadekes like Sarah could not live in the face of such suffering.…

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Tisha B'Av - Eli Tzion (kinnah 45) - Grief is Unexpressed Love 15:50

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This kinnah, the last of the kinnos, is a kinnah of hope. It speaks about the pain of a woman in labor and the pain of a young bride who lost her husband. The cry of labor is a cry that understands that while this may be exceptionally painful it is for an ultimate purpose. The cry of a young bride is a cry that speaks to the absolute chaos of this world. In her grief, as she refuses to let go of her husband who has passed on, she is giving language to her eternal love and the hope that she will one day be reunited with her husband. We are tasked to live within the tension of both cries, both of which give us an infinite sense of hope. (This kinnah was given over in NCSY Kollel)…

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Tisha B'Av - Feeling Hashem's Pain 57:36

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The challenge of Tisha B'Av is that we are being called upon to feel the pain of the loss of the Beis HaMikdash when we have never experienced the Beis HaMikdash. What we can feel is the pain of the shechina who longs to have a place in our world once again. Feeling the pain of another requires a strong sense of self which can only come from tapping in to the Godly soul that dwells within each of us. In this shiur, delivered at NCSY Kollel on Tisha B'Av, Rav Burg takes us through three stories, the story of Kamtza and Bar Kamtza, the story of Tur Malka, and the story of Beitar, amd shows how in each of these stories a lack of self expressed itself in the lack of feeling for another.…

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Tisha B'Av - Yearning for Yearning 30:11

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Tisha B'Av is a challenging time. We are asked to mourn for a Beis HaMikdash we have never seen. We say kinnos that are difficult to understand and that contain references with which we are unfamiliar. We live in an age where we are so blessed to have so much. The pain of losing the Beis HaMikdash is difficult to tap into. In this shiur, delivered at NCSY Kollel (introducing Kinnos) Rav Burg explains how our failure to yearn gives birth to the greatest yearning.…

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Parshas Masei - Creating A City Of Refuge For Those Who Want To Return 34:47

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The Ir Miklat was a city of refuge for those who murdered accidentally. According to the sefarim hakedoshim the sinner who cuts himself off from Hashem in some ways can be considered like a murderer. The sinners desire to run to the Ir Miklat is an expression of the desire to do Teshuva and be saved from the goel hadam, the Satan who is chasing after him. In this shiur, delivered at NCSY Kollel Mishmar, Rav Burg explores the various halachos of the Ir Miklat and the relevance to us in our life.…

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Parshas Masei - The Flowers Remind Us Of The Beauty Of The Rain 44:27

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In this shiur, delivered in NCSY Michlelet, Rav Burg analyzes why at the end of Klal Yisrael's journey through the midbar Moshe Rabbeinu reminds Klal Yisrael of all of the times that they angered Hashem. Shouldn't we have ended on a positive note? In truth, at the end of the journey, we are in a perfect position to finally understand that even the "downs" were a necessary part of the process.…

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Parshas Matos - Passionate Judaism 37:33

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Three times in the Torah לה is spelled without a mapik hey (a dot in the middle of the hey). The final passuk in this week's Parsha is one of those times. Rashi, quoting Rav Moshe HaDarshan explains that without the mapik hey the word can also be read לא. In this context it would indicate that while Novach did conquer Knas and name it after himself, ultimately the name of the city did not last. The question is, why is this an important idea for the Torah to convey? What is the eternal message being communicated to us? In this shiur (delivered on NCSY KOLLEL during Mishmar) Rav Burg explores why Torah is compared to fire, the importance of serving Hashem with love, how we can develop true passion for Torah and why only through passion is our Yidishkeit sustained.…

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Aish Kodesh - 4 (Shabbos Shuva) 48:46

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In this shiur the Aish Kodesh presents a daring exploration of how Hashem fulfills the entire Torah, including the mitzvah of teshuva. How can Hashem do teshuva if he can't sin? How can Hashem regret something if He is perfect? The Aish Kodesh explains that Hashem regrets, so to speak, the pain that he has caused Klal Yisrael. Full Teshuva is not only limited to causing Klal Yisrael no more tzaros but a full restoration to our destiny. Furthermore, the Aish Kodesh explains that we are obligated to do teshuva in the same fashion. It is not enough to stop sinning, we must become growth oriented people. In so doing the movement down below creates an awakening from above and will bring salvation to Klal Yisrael.…

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Parshas Pinchas - Do we matter? Yes. Infinitely. 35:32

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In this week's Parsha we find the mitzvah of the korban tamid. The Medrash says that this mitzvah captures the essence of the Torah. Why? Furthermore, why is this mitzvah juxtaposed to the appointment of Yehoshua bin Nun. Rashi explains that it comes to teach us that while Moshe was concerned about the future leadership of Klal Yisrael, Hashem asks Moshe, who will take care of me when you are gone? This is a shocking Rashi! Is Hashem lacking? Why is Hashem concerned for Himself so to speak? In this shiur, quoting the Lubavitcher Rebbe, Rav Burg explores the topic of Hashem's perfection and how each and every Jew infinitely matters.…

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Aish Kodesh - 3 (Rosh Hashana) 44:58

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In this final segment of the derasha on Rosh Hashanah the Aish Kodesh addresses the issue of the prosecuting angels that challenge the veracity of our teffilos and teshuva. Are we really crying out to connect to Hashem or are we just trying to solve our pain? Are we doing Teshuva because we really mean it, or are we doing teshuva because that's what Yidden do at this time of the year? The Aish Kodesh assures us that when we sincerely cry out to Hashem from a place of yishuv hadaas, Hashem silences the prosecuting angels and returns us to Him. In that context even our personal requests to be removed from our state of pain are considered a praise to Hashem.…

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Parshas Korach - Don't Let Yourself Be Swallowed Alive - Living in a Toxic Relationship 55:36

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This week's Parsha is a master class on how to respond when you find yourself in a chaotic relationship. Korach is the archetypal narcissist who seeks to control others. While he appears to have a noble mission, in truth it is just a way of elevating himself. Moshe Rabbeinu's response teaches us how we ought to behave when we find ourselves in similar situations. In this shiur Rav Burg explains how we develop a healthy sense of self, the repercussions of falling out of self, and how to engage in an appropriate fashion when interacting with someone who tries to subsume you within their being.…

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Aish Kodesh - 2 (Rosh Hashana) 42:59

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In this shiur the Aish Kodesh explains how even asking Hashem for our personal needs is an expression of Hashem's revelation in this world and our acceptance of kabalas ol malchus shomayim. When we have the abundance mentality that comes with knowing that Hashem is forgiving we can truly participate in the relationship and take ownership of our sins.…

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Aish Kodesh - 1 (Rosh Hashana) 51:18

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In this shiur the Aish Kodesh explains the difference in yiras shomayim between those with the impoverished mentality which comes from sitting in the filth of their own sins and those who have an abundance mentality. The former have yiras haonesh, fear of punishment, while the latter experience the grandeur and majesty of the Master of the World.…

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Parshas Bamidbar - Communicating an Encounter with the Divine 38:12

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Chazal teach us that Moshe Rabbeinu was treated as a father to Aaron's children because he taught them Torah. But the Lubavitcher Rebbe zt"l (with a careful reading of Rashi) shows that we are meant not only to teach our children Torah but to give our encounter with the Divine.

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Lag Ba’Omer - Bringing the Future into the Present 42:03

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This shiur, dedicated lilui nishmas the 45 kedoshim who passed away in Meron last year, explains how Rebbe Shimon lived an Olam Haba life while in this world. In such a world, there is no death. These insights help us negotiate a complex tension of celebrating Lag Ba’Omer even while still feeling deeply the tragedy of last year.…

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Sefiras HaOmer/Shavuos - Moving From Matzah to Chametz - Developing Healthy Relationships 44:36

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In this shiur Rav Burg explains why on Pesach we begin our journey with only Matzah and yet as soon as Pesach is over we return to Chametz. If Chametz is so bad why do we ever allow Chametz to be eaten? Furthermore, on Shavuos, not only do we allow for Chametz, we celebrate Chametz with the bringing of the shtei halechem. Rav Burg explains that Pesach, Sefiras Haomer and Shavuos represent the development of a healthy relationship with Hashem. Accordingly Chametz is asur at the beginning and celebrated at the end. (Fundamental insights into the nature of building our personal relationships are expressed as well.)…

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Dignity in Focus (DIF) 2022 - Q&A with Rav and Rebbetzin Burg on the topic of Dignity 56:27

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Speaking at the siyum of the Tomer Devorah DIF challenge, Rav and Rebbetzin Burg sat on a panel and reflected on various aspects of the topic of dignity.

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24,000 Opportunities to Transform Disgrace into Dignity 49:48

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The Megaleh Amukos connects the death of the 24000 talmidim of Rav Akiva to the 24000 that died in the plague after Klal Yisrael were mezaneh with the Bnos Moav and worshipped Baal Peor. The Arizal connects their death to the 24000 people of Shechem that Shimon and Levi killed in the aftermath of Dina being violated by Shechem. What is the connection between these events? At first glance it seems that the only connection is the fact that there were 24000 deaths. In this shiur Rav Burg explains how these events are connected and how each moment of our lives is designed for us to to transform disgrace into dignity.…

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Pesach - Kings vs. Priests: Doing and Being to bring redemption. 43:23

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In this shiur Rav Burg explains why we begin the seder with an invitation to others when we are already home and no one will hear our invitation. There are two ways to participate in a relationship: 1. Doing what the other wants 2. Creating a safe space for them to "be". Which comes first? This is the subject of a dispute between Rabban Gamliel and Rav Elazar ben Azaryah.…

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Tazria - Plugging In To Hashem 33:26

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In this shiur Rav Burg explains the inner meaning behind why tzaras is white, why we go to a Kohen to be diagnosed and why that Kohen must be in the Beis HaMikdash. The world is created with speech and through the medium of speech we can tap in or break off from our connection to Hashem.

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Pesach - Fifteen Steps to Freedom 1:04:49

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The Haggadah begins with the order of the seder. This order (Kadesh Urchatz etc...) contains fifteen steps. This not simply a table of contents but a roadmap to freedom. Pesach/Nissan is not only a time of national redemption but of our individual redemption as well. In this shiur, Rav Burg explores each of the fifteen steps and how we can free ourselves from ourselves.…

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Parshas Shmini - A Lifetime of Learning (Hesped of Rav Chaim Kanievsky zt"l) 42:17

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In this shiur Rav Burg explains how the inner essence of Torah is to become an insatiably curious person. Sar HaTorah Rav Chaim zt" was such a person as Rav Burg shares many stories and lessons we can learn from the life of this great Tzaddik.

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(2/2) If I am I because I am I... 37:11

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In this shiur Rav Burg explains how believing the soul means believing in a unique self.

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(1/2) If I am I because I am I... 31:59

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In this shiur Rav Burg explores the social nature of mankind and how we are impacted by our surroundings.

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Parshas Vayikra - A Covenant of Salt 33:33

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In this week's parsha the Torah places serious emphasis on the role of salting the korbanos. What is the inner meaning of salt? Why is it so central to our service of Hashem? In this shiur Rav Burg teaches how salt teaches us three fundamental lessons in building our relationship with Hashem.

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Purim - Experiencing Joy By Connecting to Absence 45:43

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In this shiur Rav Burg explores how true completion can only emerge from the lack of completion. How grief is unexpressed love. How we can discover wholeness only within the lack. This is the path to true joy and connection to Hashem.

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Purim - The 50th Gate, Going Beyond Knowing 35:11

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In this inspiring shiur, Rav Burg explains how on Purim we have the capacity to reach the highest level of understanding Hashem, the 50th level of Binah.

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It's Not The Bite Of The Snake That Kills You, It's The Venom ~ Baal Shem Tov (Part 2) 40:07

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In this shiur Rav Burg teaches us how if we stay in healthy regret and away from shame our failures can help us become our best self.

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It's Not The Bite Of The Snake That Kills You, It's The Venom. ~ Baal Shem Tov (Part 1) 41:02

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In this shiur Rav Burg explores the difference between shame and guilt as it relates to the aveiros that we have done.

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Parshas Pekudei - Furnish Your Home or House Your Furniture 32:30

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Moshe Rabbeinu instructs Betzalel to build the keilim of the Mishkan before building the Mishkan itself. Betzalel argues with Moshe that before we can furnish the house surely we must build the house itself. What was their disagreement? How does this machlokes inform our own avodas Hashem? In this shiur, Rav Burg explores the difference between what creates a relationship and the relationship itself.…

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Parshas Vayakhel - Built a Golden Calf? Build a Mishkan! 47:15

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The Torah repeats the building of the Mishkan. First we are told the blue prints of the Mishkan and then we are told how it is actually built. Why does the Torah need to tell us both? In between the blue prints and the building was the sin of the Golden Calf. The building of the Mishkan is a response to this terrible aveira. In this shiur Rav Burg explores three fundamental lessons we can learn from the building of the Mishkan and how we can respond to the aveiros in our own lives.…

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There Is Nothing More Whole Than A Broken Heart - Part 3 47:40

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There Is Nothing More Whole Than A Broken Heart - Part 2 47:36

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In this shiur Rav Burg explores the nature of wholeness and brokenness. Why did the soul need to come down to this world only to return to Hashem? Why not simply stay in shomayim to begin with? Why did Adam and Chava need to be separated if they were just going to be told to become one flesh? It seems that there is something missing in our initial state of wholeness. Something that needs to be broken in order to become whole.…

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Parshas Mishpatim - Know Your Enemy 38:35

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When confronting our enemies donkey that is being crushed under its burden we are commanded to help unload the donkey. The lessons of the Torah are timeless. What is the inner teaching of this halacha? How does it impact our every day lives? In this shiur Rav Burg teaches us foundational ideas from the Baal Shem Tov about how we confront the material world. Knowing that the physical world is not our enemy fundamentally changes the way we interact with ourselves and the world around us.…

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Parshas Beshalach - Raising Children in Exile 34:47

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Chazal tell us that it was the children who recognized Hashem at Kerias Yam Suf and declared זה אלי ואנויהו, this is my God and I will glorify him. How did the children recognize Hashem? In this shiur Rav Burg explores the Gemara (Sotah 11b) in depth giving us amazing educational insights into how we can raise our children not only to survive but even to thrive in Golus.…

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Parshas Vaeira - Leading With Dominant Humility 43:10

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Moshe's parents were Amram and Yocheved. In addition to being the wife of Amram, Yocheved was also Amram's aunt! Post Matan Torah this relationship would be prohibited but because the Torah had not yet been given there was no issur in their relationship. The question is, why was this unique union necessary? How did it impact the future development of Moshe Rabbeinu? In this shiur (based on the approach of the Maor Vashemesh) Rav Burg explores the inner nature of masculinity and femininity and how Moshe Rabbeinu developed dominant, female humility.…

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Making a Rebbe, Making Decisions 4:54

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Question - To what extent should a person rely on themselves to deal with problems in their lives? Is it wrong to try to work on yourself on your own if you don’t feel connected to any particular Rav/Rebbetzin/ figure to turn to? Is it even better to because then anything you do really comes from yourself and you come out of a difficult situation even stronger?…

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Forgiveness and Resentment 4:51

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Question - What do I do if a friend wronged me several time and I feel that I have a right to be upset with her? I know that anger is a bad middah and I recently learned that a person should actually be grateful to those who offend him because this pain atones for our sins. Should I completely forgive the friend? It is hard to forgive the friend b’emes when I still feel so hurt by her insensitivity.…

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Building a Bayis Neeman B'Yisrael Q&A - Not Your Husband's Mashgiach 4:48

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Question: Rav burg recently discussed The idea that one should not be a mashgiach for their husband. I struggle to find the balance because I married someone that holds himself to a specific standard in yiddishkeit and hashkafa and it’s something that’s top priority to me. I struggle when people say that I shouldn’t be involved or checking in, because if he were to become more lax in certain areas, I believe that it affects us as a family and impacts our future. I also understand that it’s not healthy to keep tabs because it won’t be good for our relationship so I struggle to find the balance. Thank you!…

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Building a Bayis Neeman B'Yisrael Q&A - The Little Things 4:27

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This week's Question - Most of the times I find myself struggling with Shalom Bayis it is with the "little things", when I become frustrated with my husband about disagreement of timing or general miscommunications. I find it hard to remain calm and speak nicely and kindly when I find the miscommunications very upsetting. What is your advice to help this?…

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Building a Bayis Neeman B'Yisrael Q&A - Where is the Line? 4:27

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This weeks question- Before I got married I would listen to shiurim online and hear Rabbeim tell their talmidim that if their wife wants something then that's it! He should do it for shalom bayis! While I appreciate the strong emphasis that is being placed on shalom bayis, I was wondering what my role is as "the wife". When do I tell my husband he needs to go to a different minyan? He can't go to seder? I once heard a Rav say that he had a long beard and it was a big part of his avodas Hashem and his wife didn't like it so he cut it. I don't want to abuse my power as "the wife" but I just don't know where the line is and what my mindset should be towards it all. Thank you…

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Yat Kislev Fabrengen in Mevaseret 5780 with Rav Burg, Rav Yaakov Klein and Rav Daniel Glanz 1:38:45

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Yat Kislev is the yahrtzeit of the Maggid of Mezritch and the day that the Alter Rebbe was freed from jail after he was imprisoned by the Czar. It is considered to be the Rosh Hashana of Chassidus. Come celebrate Yat Kislev with Rav Burg who Fabrenged in Mevaseret deep into the night. Rav Burg speaks at the 17 minute mark. Rav Yaakov Klein speaks at the 48 minute mark. Rav Daniel Glanz speaks at the one hour and eleven minute mark.…

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