Rabbi Paltiel introduces the fourth book of the Tanya the Iggeres Hakodesh which is a collection of the Alter Rebbe’s letters. The first four letters on themes such as davening (prayer) and tzedaka (charity) are discussed. This class includes a clear explanation of the Alter Rebbe’s powerful ideas on how giving tzedaka can transform the…

This is the last class on Shaar HaYichud V’Emunah and covers chapters 11 and 12. In sum, the Alter Rebbe discussed the concept of Ein Sof and the idea of Sefiros which are lights of the Ein Sof that exist in relation to us. He now continues with a discussion of the letters of creation….

Rabbi Paltiel’s approach to the deep and complex ideas covered in Chapters 8 to 10 of Shaar HaYichud V’Emunah provides clarity for people studying the text of the Tanya and a useful overview of key concepts in Judaism for everyone. The class explores at length the difference between Jewish philosophy and mysticism in regard to…

Chapter 7 of Shaar HaYichud V’Emunah. Philosophy versus Kabbala – answers to the fundamental questions. We will post the handout that is mentioned in this class.

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This is the first class in the Second Book of the Tanya, Shaar Ha’Yichud V’Emunah. The class contains an introduction to the entire book and covers the first three chapters. More extensive description to come. Ready for listening.

on Iggeres HaTeshuvah – Chapters 7 to 12 are covered. Full description coming soon.

This first class on the Iggeres HaTeshuvah introduces the third book of the Tanya, describes teshuva according to the Alter Rebbe’s definition, how teshuvah is related to fasting, and ends with the mystical concept of returning a displaced “hey” (the 5th letter in the Hebrew alphabet) to its correct place through the process of teshuva.

This class covers Chapter 50 and provides a wrap up to the long discussion of the role emotions play in our relationship with Hashem.

if you are looking for a solid and clear introduction to core Kabbalistic concepts, this is the class for you! This class covers Chapters 48 and 49 of the Tanya which are the most Kabbalistic chapters in the first section of the Tanya. These chapters continue to build on the theme of motivating love for…