Jewish holiday

TJS S6 Interlude – Purim Epistemology

Just a little touch of pre-Purim madness! Rav Mike Feuer discusses the Jewish holiday of Purim, the Book of Esther (Megillah) and how it relates to us today.

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The Jewish Story: Interlude – Hanukkah: Who Knows Eight?

Have you ever wondered why exactly Hanukkah lasts eight days? You may be familiar with the ‘jar of oil’ answer, but this interlude will give you a lot more to think about. Tune in to Rav Mike’s annual class on Hanukkah in honor of the yarzheit of his father, Charles Feuer, obm.

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TJS S5 Interlude – Sukkot 5782 Seeking joy

Sometimes its seems that joy is the most desirable and least available aspect of human experience. In this episode Rav Mike seeks out some insights from Sukkot, the festival of joy, on how we can enhance this aspect of our lives.

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TJS S4 Interlude Hanukkah 5781: Letting the light out

Rav Mike’s annual shiur in honor of the yartzheit of his father, Charles M. Feuer, ob”m. Gratitude is one of the keys to happiness, especially in dark times. Join Rav Mike as he explores the connection between the Jewish holiday of Hanukkah candles and our ability to give thanks, and helps us let the light…

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TJS S4 Interlude: Sukkot

If you feel a bit like the world might be falling apart, then look to the sukkah for how to hold it together. Here are a few thoughts for the Jewish holiday of Sukkot on faith, joy and how to build a better world. Chag sameach!

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