We say Tehillim (Psalms) all the time—as part of daily prayer, in moments of joy, or when we need comfort. But have you ever wondered what makes these words so special? You're not alone. And his podcast is here to help. "Tehillim Unveiled" takes the most familiar chapters and peels them back layer by layer to reveal the beauty, emotions, and timeless messages that have made these ancient poems resonate across generations. Support us on Patreon: patreon.com/TehillimUnveiled Sign up, so you ...
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Shavuot w/ R’ Alex Israel: How the Torah Changed Everything (Tehillim 19)
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30:53We are back with a new episode just in time for Shavuot! We had the honor of welcoming the amazing Rabbi Alex Israel to talk about my all time favorite mizmor, Tehillim 19 (הַשָּׁמַיִם מְסַפְּרִים כְּבוֹד אֵל), and the unique lens it shines on our relationship with Torah and the natural world. This is the perfect episode to prepare to re-receive th…
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Yom Yerushalayim (Jerusalem Day) Through the Lens of Tehillim 122
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36:36Why did David choose Jerusalem as the eternal capital, and why is are we still celebrating it today? Join us as we uncover the heart of Jerusalem through Psalms 122. Please consider supporting us by joining our Patreon. We want to hear from YOU at [email protected].
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Dr. Yosefa (Fogel) Wruble: תְּפִלָּה לְעָנִי and the 2005 Disengagement from Gush Katif (Psalm 102)
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36:43In this episode Dr. Yosefa (Fogel) Wruble—renowned scholar, teacher and host of Matan’s weekly parsha podcast—joins us to discuss Tehillim 102 (תְּפִלָּה לְעָנִי כִי יַעֲטֹף) and how the song set to those words defined a generational trauma of Israel's disengagement from Gaza and the evacuation of Gush Katif in 2005. We also discuss the relevance o…
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Something’s Missing from Tehillim 93! (יְהֹוָה מָלָךְ גֵּאוּת לָבֵשׁ)
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34:48The final mizmor of Kabbalat Shabbat may be brief—just five verses—yet it is message is incredibly profound. How does it manage to convey so much in just 45 words? In this episode, we explore how Tehillim can sometimes say even more through what it doesn’t say than through what it does. Join us as we peel back the layers of this mizmor and discuss …
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R’ David Fohrman: Shir Hamaalot and the Captives of Bereishit
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56:53“Shir Hamaalot B’Shuv H’ Et Shivat Tzion” might be one of the most well known psalms. What does it have to do with this week’s Parsha? Join Ari and our first ever guest, Rabbi David Fohrman, for an eye opening discussion. Rabbi Fohrman’s video on the second half of the chapter: alephbeta.org/playlist/shir-hamaalot-planting-with-tears-israel Please …
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Who IS This God-Fearing Person, Really? (Tehillim 128)
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30:32Often recited before bed, Psalms 128 ("Ashrei Ish") paints a beautiful picture of the blessings that come to those who fear God. But is that all there is to it? In this episode, we explore the possibility that our chapter is actually inspired by one particular God-fearing individual, whose life story brings a whole new layer of meaning to the words…
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After a brief break, Tehillim Unveiled is back with an especially timely and powerful episode. This month, we're diving into Tehillim 20 "לַמְנַצֵּחַ מִזְמוֹר לְדָוִד"— the chapter written to a soldier on the frontlines. Follow along in the chart of this perek. Support us on Patreon. Join our newsletter.…
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Did David's Parents Really Abandon Him? (Tehillim 27: Part 3)
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35:54Just in time for Yom Kippur, we compare our mizmor with a familiar story that may have been David's source of strength and inspiration in the face of dissapointment. Support us on Patreon. Join our newsletter. Listen to Yonatan Razel's song "David".
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Tehillim 27: "L'David Hashem Ori" (Part 2)
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46:08In this second installment of our series on Tehillim 27, we dive into the Book of Samuel to uncover the deeper meaning behind David's "one request from God." The story we discovered was darker than anticipated, yet it ultimately casts new light on David's hopeful conclusion: "Had I not believed to see the goodness of the Lord..." Support us on Pat…
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Tehillim 27: "L'David Hashem Ori" (Part 1)
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55:04Tehillim 27 is the anthem of the season. Beginning on the first of Elul (September 4, 2024), it is traditionally recited twice daily through the end of Sukkot, totalling just over 100 recitations over nearly two months. This psalm contains some truly beautiful verses and has likely inspired more songs than any other chapter in Tanach. But how well …
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In this introduction to our new podcast we discuss our approach to finding profound meaning in Tehillim, as well as why we see this book as unique among the books of Tanach. Support us on Patreon: patreon.com/TehillimUnveiled Join our newsletter: form.jotform.com/arilevisohn/email-list Don't forget to subscribe, rate and review!…
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