Vaeira Exile and Redemption (091) In contrast to the convention that there are two successive stages to the Pharaoh’s stubbornness; one where he is stubborn on his own and another where Hashem makes him stubborn. The Rebbe proves that: 1) The two levels of the Pharaoh’s stubbornness are simultaneous and last for the duration of…

The question of philosophy and Kabbalah (as it relates to RaMBaM) was resolved over the years. In Kabbalah but especially in Chassidus the unity between RaMBaM and Chassidus becomes wholesome. In our generation the Rebbe has formed an absolute synthesis between the two systems making them absolutely one.

A talk on how ‘regular’ and available the RaMbaM was, but above all else, his dedication to others.

A two part class on the Rambam’s humility and wisdom based on how he dealt with his critics. Part One. Part Two.

SIYUM HARAMBAM (5772/2012).The 30th siyum HaRambam, introduction, end then beginning of the Rambam. This particular Siyum Harambam occured on Chof (20) Av Siyum HaRaMbaM 17 Tamuz 5780A few minutes on the 4 fasts, including שבעה עשר בתמוזSiyum HaRaMbaM: The RaMbaM starts and ends with Knowing G-d, but they are very different.The next cycle begins higher…

Likutei Sichos – Vol 18 p 187 ff

Likutei Sichos – Vol 18 p 187 ff Class One.This is the introduction to a sicha on the rebellion led by Korach in the midbar. This class covers the story of the rebellion in detail.

Likutei Sichos Vol 16 p 139 ff 1) Halacha, The fear of erring takes all the delight out of determining an Halacha and makes the Rov into a “Ben SheNaase Eved”. 2) Mitzvos, Action is the main thing, this is how we are close to Him, not His light. 3) Youth, The Frierdike Rebbe’s letter…

Class Four. page 196-9. Confused Souls: a story and its lesson. When people end up doing the wrong jobs, everybody loses. The story of the rich man pulling a wagon and the poor man hosting guests. Each must do what he is capable in doing.

Class Three. Page 195-6. Raising money for the institutions that bear the Previous Rebbe’s name in North Africa, Israel etc. Giving generously. Singing to go out of limitations.