What does it mean to be a Jew? Join us as we explore the fundamentals of Judaism and our role in the world. This class is the first of a six-part lecture series ... More
What does it mean to be a Jew? Join us as we explore the fundamentals of Judaism and our role in the world. This class is the first of a six-part lecture series titled ‘The Essentials,’ which introduces the foundations of Jewish life and living.
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what IF you were experiencing massive synchronicity, not a few astounding stories, like the kind we read here on line, in one life: stories that cohere following a straight line, that never stop. Of course coincidence means it's all cohesive. We all experience this, but what about the very visible, very obvious presence of a Divine Hand in a life, and record now extant, a gold braid, as in our Challah? A weave that is a story that only G_d could have scribed, a Divine Hand, that is leading us all, through a most cosmic story?
I am seeing that this story is deeply coded within words, and the aleph bet. It would seem to "get this", at the deepest level, would to have the doors opened, and that is up to G_d.
Maybe, the best for last, a deliberate slow opening of this, the "many-petalled" rose.
Dawn/ a/ rose. A dawning consciousness. A story that is about LOVE. A story that dovetails, as dove is to peace, and dovetail is to dove tale. Pieces that fit together. As puzzle to WONDER!
Posted By ruth housman, marshfield hills, ma
Posted: Dec 24, 2011
A light unto the nations.
Rabbi Shlomo Bistritzky, after watching your lecture tonight, I felt a sense of empowerment and purpose that I have not felt in a long time. Thank you for your light.
Posted By Julie Weiss, Chicago, Il
Posted: Apr 3, 2011
Profound
Rabbi Shlomo Bistritzky, your presentation was both profound and touching. It brought tears to my eyes a few times and laughter as well. Thank you. I look forward to the other 5 lectures.
Posted By Aimee, Salt Lake City, UT
Posted: Oct 7, 2010
Study
Have been brought to your door am not a Jew but had a jewish connection through marriage .although I didn't know at the time and have found a possible jewish link through my father's family the Hahnemanns am studying through Chabad...hearing this I wept...thankyou Rabbi....
Posted By Jane Hughes, Ely, UK
Posted: Aug 23, 2010
My Personal Resolve
As a Ger (convert) coming in and joining alongside my Jewish brothers and sisters as we journey together in this world, let be my oath to follow more of the Torah and draw close to G-d. I publicly acknowledge G-d as the true G-d, the Creator of the universe who oversees all things and control every aspect of it, and He has given Torah to mankind at Horev as he connected with His chosen people Yisrael and I join the voice of every Israeli (past, present, and future) to accept and obey the mitzvot found in Torah regardless of the struggle we face in this world.
Posted By Dr. Derrick Whitt
Posted: Aug 23, 2010
Jewish Essentials - Part 1
Rabbi Shlomo Bistritzky i have not forgot about your wise and helpful lectures. The story of how i found interest in such great kindness in the message is just the beginning. Remembering back about two years ago i made the decision to buy a book of the Torah. Before i bought the Chumash i had to ask myself a question. The question i asked myself, i asked to G-d to help me with the answer. The answer was do i (rgr) accept the terms in which the Torah was based on? A second after that i was getting my stuff together to purchase a investment in the Jewish ways and understanding our Creator. i knew it wasn't going to be easy but i had already made the promise to G-d. i really do not like to go back on my word so i always have trusted G-d in these matters and still do.
Posted By Mr. Richard Raff
Posted: Aug 21, 2010
Jewish Essentials Part 1
Rebbi What a wonderful word, I have learned so much from you, Torah is an essential part of a living experience of which i need to partake and to learn. Thank you.
Posted By James, Leeds, UK
Posted: May 19, 2010
G-d, torah,and Jew
Rabbi , your lecture was powerful , it brought back memories of my childhood and the road that i have traveled . thank you for spiritual insight .
Posted By alina carr, roselle park, nj
Posted: May 10, 2010
G-d, Torah and the Jew
I am not a Jew and listening to your teachings makes my heart to feel like this is the food that my soul was longing for. I will be looking forward to studying the Torah from now on.
Posted By Jesus Rodriguez, Dallas, Tx. USA
Posted: Apr 2, 2010
Thanks for the eye opener
just sitting around my computer and listening to you and the message you deliver was heaven on earth for me and i on the other hand will elevate my home, workplace and society by shining brighter. Between you and i, i'm not a Jew but a Christian but seminars like this get me fired up. God bless you and give you the courage to continue preaching His words daily.
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