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Up to this point, this podcast series discussed what the mitzvah of kisui rosh is, who it applies to, and how and where it applies. In this final episode of the series, we start exploring why? 

What is the mystical meaning behind hair covering? Menucha takes us through a few Chassidic sources that discuss the symbolism of hair in Kabbalah in general and how that sheds light on the obligation for married women in particular to cover their hair. This eye-opening conversation offers a novel perspective that can change the way you approach this mitzvah and your relationship with Torah observance as a whole.

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Covering our hair with more hair seems like a strange concept. What is the halachic basis for wig wearing as a valid form of hair covering? What are some reasons wigs would or wouldn’t be allowed? Why might wigs be preferable over other forms of hair covering?

This episode explores the original source in the mishna that introduces the concept of wigs and its various applications. We also discuss sheitels as a symbol for a general approach to our Judaism that brings together a strong commitment to halacha and an integration of mitzvos into our identity as women in the modern age.

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Torah Ohr Parshas Vayeishev

Life in exile is a lot like a dream; an alternate reality in which contradictory experiences coexist and nothing seems to make sense. But dreaming has another side to it. It’s a time of infinite imagination that transcends the limits of reason and accesses the deepest parts of the psyche. This maamar explores the recurring theme of dreams that appears multiple times at the end of Sefer Bereishis and why Yosef is considered the ultimate dreamer.

ד"ה שיר המעלות

Daf 2 of Maseches Sotah.

Thank you to Marisa Lewitan for sponsoring this episode.

This series is hosted by Hadassah Shemtov and Devorah Silberstein.

Torah Ohr Parshas Vayishlach What was Yaakov trying to achieve in making peace with Eisav? How do we reconcile within our own souls the boundless, unchanneled energy of Eisav with the disciplined, focused approach of Yaakov?

This week’s maamar will retell the story of Yaakov and Eisav’s dramatic reunion on a mystical level and give us profound insight into the internal battle of every Jew.

ד״ה וישלח יעקב מלאכים לפניו

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Join us on this journey through Maseches Sotah, hosted by Devorah Silberstein and Hadassah Shemtov.

Torah Ohr on Megillas Esther Part 4.

Torah Ohr on Megillas Esther Part 3. 

This episode is sponsored by Aliza Gomes, in memory of Gershon Hanoch ben Yosef.

Torah Ohr on Megillas Esther Part 2. 

This podcast is sponsored by Rebecca Ghods in merit of a refuah shleima for Yaffa bas Janet Rivka and all cholim of Am Yisrael.

Torah Ohr on Megillas Esther Part 1. 

This episode is sponsored by Gitty Rappaport in honor of her son, Yitzy's bar mitzvah.