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We often use the words 'Charity,' 'Prayer,' and 'Repentance' to describe our spiritual life, but what if those translations are actually pointing us in the wrong direction? In this episode, we uncover the true Hebrew roots of Tzedakah, Tefillah, and Teshuvah. We explore why Tzedakah isn't just 'kindness' but an act of Justice; why Tefillah isn't 'begging' but a process of Self-Judgment and connection; and why Teshuvah isn't 'repenting' for the past, but a Return to our truest selves. By correcting our language, we change our entire relationship with the Creator.

This episode is based on the Sicha for the Ten Days of Repentance found in Likutei Sichos, Vol. 2.

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In the final part of our series, we move beyond the 'benefits' of study to the most profound reason of all. We often think of commandments as tasks given to us by a King, but what if the Torah is actually the very fabric of reality—and by extension, the fabric of you? We explore the Chassidic perspective that because the Torah and its Creator are one, the Torah is the truest version of existence. When you learn, you aren’t just studying an external book; you are engaging with your own Source. We look at the unique bond between a father and a son—how a father will go beyond all limits for his child because he sees that child as an extension of his own self. In the same way, when we recognize that we are an extension of the Torah’s truth, we don't just learn because we 'have to'—we learn because it is our most natural, essential state.

This episode concludes our 3-part series on the foundations of Torah study, based on the Chassidic concept of Torah Lishma. Click here to learn more about  Torah L’shma.

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When we talk about learning Torah, we often focus on the 'what'—the laws, the history, and the wisdom. But in this episode, we’re asking a much bigger 'why.' Is the goal of study simply to gain information, or is there a 'paycheck' waiting for us at the end?We explore the profound internal mechanics of what happens to a person’s soul during study. We dive into the idea of a 'two-way unity'—a rare moment where the human mind and the Infinite Creator actually become one. While many look to the afterlife for their reward, we discover that the real reason to learn is something far more immediate and intimate. It turns out that the greatest gift isn't something given to you later; it's the connection that happens within you right now.

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Why learn Torah? When approached with this question, a Jew may give one of many reasons. This episode is the first of a three-part series where we explore the different motivations for study, drawing from both basic religious perspectives and deep Jewish philosophy.In Part 1, we dive into two specific answers that share a single theme: Wisdom. We explore the Torah not just as a spiritual text, but as a formal object of knowledge—covering both the specific Commandments and a broader understanding of the world.

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What is Judaism, and how does it shape a Jewish life? In this episode, we introduce our channel, which explores Judaism’s perspective on life and modern topics, explaining how its values guide daily choices and purpose. This episode sets the stage for everything we’ll explore on this channel.

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Is death an absolute law of nature, or a temporary glitch in the system? This episode investigates the radical concept of the reversal and permanent "undoing" of death.We explore the transition from a world of mortality to a state of eternal existence, analyzing whether resurrection is a biological event, a spiritual shift, or a fundamental change in the laws of physics. Going beyond simple faith, we look at the logical necessity of resurrection as the ultimate goal of the universe and how this ancient blueprint completely changes how we should live our lives right now.

This episode is based on the Chassidic discourse Bila HaMaves LaNetzach from Melukat. Click here for a translated transcript:chabad.org/2299272For a deeper look into these concepts, see the Chabad.org article on the Resurrection of the Dead.( To find us on other platforms and/or to support our work, click here! ⁠https://linktr.ee/JewishLife101⁠ )