יום שישי, כ״ד אב תשפ״וFriday, August 7, 2026
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Jeremy discovers that Achashverosh is quite a realistic character, after all.
Yishai and Malkah Fleisher laugh at the state of affairs in Israel and discuss Biden's State of the Union address in the US. Then, Yishai spars with a CBS journalist about the "settlements". Also, PM Netanyahu dishes it it out on FOX News. And finally, Ben Bresky on the Gulf War which ended on Purim.
By Moshe Herman
Rebbetzin Bracha Leeds is the Chabad emissary at the University of California in Berkeley. She talks to us about the middah (character trait) of tznius (modesty) as a mindset. It's not about the clothes we wear, it's about "What does Hashem want from us in this moment?" She emphasizes that we are not exempt from stepping forward when we are needed. That is such a powerful statement! We all have something to contribute and none of us are allowed to withhold the gifts that Hashem gave us to share in this world.
Regarding tznius, Rebbetzin Bracha encourages us to look at it from these points of view:
1. Tznius is yiras shamayim--fear of Hashem. It's an awareness of Hashem's presence. Know before whom you stand.
2. Determine what parts of the body really need to be covered. We want to draw only appropriate attention to us.
3. Don't follow the ways of the other nations. We are Jews and we are unique in our ways.
4. Women shouldn't wear men's clothing and men shouldn't wear women's clothing.
5. Men and women are on the same team--we should support each other by not putting a stumbling block in front of the blind. Men are given the mitzvah of not looking at women in a desirous manner. By wearing clothing that is modest and not revealing, we remove that pressure from men when they look at us.
Contact: atrebbetzins@gmail.com
By Vera Kessler
If you want to learn a mind blowing short & powerful class on Purim before the Holiday, Tehila delivers again!
Why do we celebrate Purim on 2 different days? And how the ancient laws of Purim answer the question of how Israel should deal with Gaza.
By Moshe Herman
By Moshe Herman
Rebbetzin Raizel Rosenfeld is the rebbetzin of Chabad of Portugal, located in Lisbon. She talks about accepting ourselves just as we are, imperfections and all. Accepting ourselves makes it easier to accept others. No one is perfect; only Hashem is perfect. You just need to try your best, and if you fail, just pick yourself up again. Hashem wants us to use the talents that He gave to us. We need to focus on cultivating and refining our own talents, and not worry about keeping up with what others are doing. Rebbetzin Raizel also offers some concrete tips on preparing for Pesach without going crazy. Remember: dust is not chametz and our children are not the korban.
Contact: atrebbetzins@gmail.com
By Vera Kessler
By Moshe Herman
Words have power! Words create worlds! Change your words, change your life! Words create our reality!
Prolific author and journalist, Rosally Saltsman speaks to us about the power of positive speech. She explains how we can use words to build and also to destroy.
We talk about the power of speech when it comes to parenting children. Children build their identity based on what we say to them and how we speak to them. When we speak, we need to be less critical and less jugemental. Instead, we need to focus on the positive aspects of the child (or adult), and use our words to express that positivity. The positive words that we use in our home have the power to uplift and lighten up the atmosphere, making life more enjoyable for all. Conversely, we have the power to traumatize children (and adults too) with the words that we use. We need to be aware of the fact that our words have a very powerful affect on others.
Rosally and I also spoke about the effect of positive and negative self-talk. The way we speak to ourselves is just as important as the way we speak to others. We will get more out of ourselves if we speak to ourselves in a loving way.
Rosally shared a beautiful story about how she was able to transform a grumpy janitor into a happy, vibrant person, simply using her words--it's a great story!
Rosally has a wonderful What's App group with daily inspiration in Shemirat Halashon (the laws of speech.) I personally am part of the group and enjoy it very much. If you would like to be part of our group, please click here: https://chat.whatsapp.com/GyPSFXJCB0N...
Contact: atrebbetzins@gmail.com
By Vera Kessler
After reports that US President Joe Biden is working behind Israel's back to force a "Palestinian Terror state" on Israel within the Land of Israel - Blinken overturns Mike Pompeo 's doctrine and declared Jews living in Judea illegal.
America is at a crossroads of Biblical Proportions.
By Moshe Herman
As Jewish parents, we want to instill a love of Judaism in our children that will last them throughout their lives, into adulthood. Rebbetzin Dvorah Lea Raichman, co-director of Chabad Manaus, in the Amazon region of Brazil, speaks to us about how to cultivate in our children a love of mitzvot (commandments) and a love of serving G-d (Hashem.)
Rebbetzin Dvorah Lea believes in parenting with calmness and a personal love for and connection to Hashem. She educates her children in the mitzvot with a feeling of love. Once children know what the right thing is to do, and what they should be doing, she does not police them. Don't police your kids. You can gently remind then what they should be doing, but don't stand over them watching them until they obey. By arming your children with knowledge, given over in a loving way, and giving them gentle reminders now and then, you empower your children by allowing them to make the ultimate choice about their actions. Once kids feel like they have the power to choose right from wrong, their ultimate choice is between them and Hashem.
We also have to teach children according to their way. Children are all different; they learn differently and they have different inclinations. Learn to see past a child (or adult's) exterior, and focus on their true essence; their soul. Just because a child (or adult) doesn't dress a certain way or keep all the mitzvot, doesn't mean that they are not a spiritual human being with a deep connection to Hashem. It is this connection that is most precious to Hashem, and we shouldn't put people down or judge them according to how they present externally, rather we need to focus on they type of person they are internally.
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By Vera Kessler
Jeremy Gimpel, Ari Abramowitz and Rabbi Manis Friedman discuss truth, Galus, Geulah and who the ultimate Jews should be in this world - Torat Eretz Yisrael vs. Torah Chutz L'Aretz.
Jonathan Pollard talks about antisemitism in the USA and a warning to American Jewry.
By Josh Wander
By Moshe Herman
Jewish women in leadership is a very important aspect of our community life. Rebbetzin Lisa Septimus talks about the role of women in various leadership positions within the shul and the community. She also discusses various ways to make women feel more comfortable coming to shul. Rebbetzin Lisa is the Yoetzet Halacha of the Five Towns. She is also the Rebbetzin of Young Israel of North Woodmere, and a Judaic Studies Teacher at North Shore Hebrew Academy High School in Great Neck, New York. She talks about the responsibilities of a Yoetzet Halacha, and how having a woman in this position is helpful for other women in the community. Lastly, Rebbetzin Lisa addresses ways that women can meet each other and make friends as adults. (It's a lot easier to make friends when you are a kid, but this interview has some creative ways to connect to others as an adult.)
Contact: atrebbetzins@gmail.com
By Vera Kessler
Yishai Fleisher speaks with Zehut party chairman Moshe Feiglin about the challenges leading to victory including some old entrenched thinking. Russian-speaking superstar Simeon Grafman on whether all Gazans are culpable. Master fighter David Haliva on Krav Maga in this war. And Ben Bresky on the history of Sacher Park in Jerusalem.
By Moshe Herman
Rebbetzin Simone Broide of the Boca Raton Synagogue discusses a variety of chesed activities that can be done by people of all ages. She also talks about family chesed projects. There are so many ways that people can get involved in acts of kindness and touch the lives of others, affecting then in a positive way. Acts of kindness benefit the giver as well as the receiver.
Contact: atrebettzins@gmail.com
By Vera Kessler
By Moshe Herman
Rebbetzin Abby Fink, the rebbetzin of Young Israel of New Rochelle, talks about the importance of being part of the Jewish community. She discusses the significance of every single Jew in the community and also talks about how each person has their own unique talents that they can contribute to make the community strong and vibrant. Rebbetzin Fink also talks about the delicate subject of what a person can do if they feel that another congregant hurt them or wronged them. It's a great perspective on why Jewish community is so vital to Jewish life and how each Jew is special and needed.
Contact: atrebbetzins@gmail.com
By Vera Kessler
By Moshe Herman
By Moshe Herman
Rebbetzin Zelly Refson helps us shape the way we look at gratitude. Rebbetzin Zelly shows us how to curate our consciousness so that we learn to look for our blessings instead of what we are lacking. We choose our attitude to focus on our blessings. What we think about is our choice. Our thoughts are one of the only things that we really have control over. She also talks about the struggle she faced when giving birth to her second child, and how she managed to change her perspective about subsequent births. She mentions the organization, Bonei Olam, which has a campaign for women to light candles each shabbat, give $1 to charity, and pray for a couple who is struggling with infertility. To learn more about Bonei Olam, please visit https://www.boneiolam.org/
Contact: atrebbetzins@gmail.com
By Vera Kessler
American policies are an attempt to prevent Israel from winning and ending the conflict.
100 Days have passed since October 7th. Please take a moment and watch and listen to this music video.
Take a moment a to see the faces of innocent souls that were kidnapped and taken hostage by the Hamas and join the people around the world who are demonstrating and praying for them.
It's hard to imagine that 100 days have passed. Please share this prayer with others today.
Song by: Abie Rotenberg
Produced by: David Lifshitz
Filmed by: Yehoshua Fleisher
Edited by: Noya Mashraky Buchine
By Moshe Herman
Rebbetzin Chaya Sarah Silberberg of the Chabad Torah Center in West Bloomfield, Michigan, shares words of wisdom on elevating shabbos, and making every day holy and special--hint: it's not hard! She also talks about the power of Jewish femininity and making the most out of life.
Contact: atrebbetzins@gmail.com
By Vera Kessler
August 7, 2026 
