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TorahTalk Meaningful Mitzvah Podcast
Listen along as Rabbi Menashe Uhr explores the topic of Mitzvos with two special guests - Shlomi and Mellissa. The 3 come very very different Jewish backgrounds, and each bring their own perspectives (and questions!) to the table. The goal is to explore each Mitzvah, and discuss, analyze - and debate - the underlying themes and purpose of the Mitzvah. By understanding what the Mitzvah is really all about we hope to build a personal 'connection' to it, enabling us to perform the Mitzvos of Hashem with passion, excitement, and joy, enriching our lives and connecting us with our Creator. That's the goal, join us for the ride and let's see where this takes us!Send in your questions or comments by going to MitzvahPodcast.com Questions will be featured in special episodes dedicated to answering listener questions at the end of each topic!Please note - this podcast was formally known as the TorahTalk Parsha Podcast - it was changed to the TorahTalk Meaningful Mitzvah Podcast on December 6 when we changed the topic.
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Ep. 17 | The Mitzvah to Love Your Fellow Jew
The Mitzvah to Love Your Fellow Jew: ואהבת לרעך כמוךIn this episode we will cover the basics of this Mitzvah - and also tackle the following questions:How can you make me love someone? What if I can’t stand th...
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Episode 17
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Ep. 15 | The Prohibition of Chometz on Passover
Have you ever wondered why the Torah prohibits leavened bread and all Chometz items on Pesach?Why does this prohibition seem so intense, with many rules about getting rid of chometz and avoiding ev...
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Episode 15
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Ep. 14 | The Mitzvah to Say the Story of the Exodus by the Passover Seder
Why is it so important to say the story of the exodus every single year - we all know it already! Why is remembering the exodus such a reoccuring theme in Judaism? It seems like every other Mitzvah is d...
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Episode 14
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Ep. 13 | Can / Should a Woman Do a Mitzvah She Is Not Obligated To Do?
We've established that there are several Mitzvos that women are not obligated to do. What if a women wants to do them anyway, as "Extra Credit?" Is this encouraged, discouraged, or somewhere in between?
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Episode 13
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Ep. 12 | Why Women Have Different Mitzvah Obligations
Why women are exempt from certain Mitzvos Does a women being exempt from certain Mitzvos reflect a discriminatory attitude of the Torah against women? Exploring the Spiritu...
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Episode 12
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Ep. 11 | The Spiritual Mission of Women
Exploring the Spiritual identity and goals of Jewish women. Does the Torah view men and women as equal? The Torah's view on Feminism.
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Episode 11
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Ep. 10 | Which Mitzvos Are Women Exempt From?
Addressing Melissa's question: Why are some Mitzvos only for men?! Which Mitzvos are women exempt from?
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Episode 10
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Ep. 9 | Tefillin (Part Two)
Learn about deeper mystical ideas of how wearing tefillin affects it's wearer and what it represents.ACTION PLAN: How to obtain Kosher Tefillin and wear them properly.PLUS: Melissa's...
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Episode 9
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Ep. 8 | Tefillin (Part One)
What am I really doing when I put on Tefillin?The unique reason for the Mitzvah of Tefillin and why it is unlike any other Mitzvah.Bonus: How to not put on Tefillin like a monkey!Le...
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Episode 8
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Ep. 7 | Mezuzah (Part Three) Action Plan!
How to obtain a Kosher MezuzaWhich doors require a Mezuza? Which don't?How to hang up a MezuzaLearn how YOU can transform the Mitzvah of Mezuza from a something many people perceive...
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Episode 7
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Ep. 6 | Mezuzah (Part Two)
Why does a Mezuzah need to be Kosher? Why can't I just print one?How does the Mezuzah actually offer "protection?"Learn how YOU can transform the Mitzvah of Mezuza from a something many people percei...
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Episode 6
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Ep. 5 | Mezuzah (Part One)
Is Mezuzah a "one and done" Mitzvah that is over after I put one on my door? What is the deeper reason for this Mitzvah?Does mezuzah give some kind of physical protection to your home?Learn how YOU can t...
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Episode 5
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Ep. 4 | How Mitzvos Can Transform Your Life!
Why is it important to connect to Mitzvos on a deeper level? Why isn't this topic commonly discussed in Jewish life? Learn about how exploring this topic and finding your p...
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Episode 4
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Ep. 3 | Mitzvah vs. Good Deed
What is a Mitzvah? Why can’t I just be a good person? - Doesn’t God just want me to be a good person? What is the difference - if any - between a Mitzvah and a Good Deed?&n...
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Episode 3
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Ep. 2 | Why Did God Give Us (so many!) Mitzvos?
Why did Hashem give us Mitzvos? Why did Hashem give us sooo many Mitzvos?Why is it important to do a Mitzvah in a precise halachic way?Is there a reward for Mitzvos? What is the reward? When do we get it? Is reward supposed to ...
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Episode 2
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Ep. 1 | Introduction to the Meaningful Mitzvah Podcast with Rabbi Menashe Uhr, Shlomi & Melissa
In this episode you'll get to know Rabbi Uhr, Shlomi, & Melissa, and learn more about the format of this podcast and what our goals are.
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Episode 1
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Important Podcast Update - Exciting Changes Coming Dec. 6th! (Rebranding Alert)
Miss these podcasts? I miss them too! My apologies for not keeping you updated sooner - listen to this 3 minute message for the update, and tune in here on Dec. 6th to this channel for the all new TorahTalk Mitzvah Podcast! A perso...
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