Thoughts on spirituality, Kabbalah, Jewish thought, Judaism and Relationships. Rabbi Yisroel Bernath is the Senior Rabbi at Rohr Chabad of NDG and the Jewish Chaplain at Concordia University in Montreal, Canada. Cherished for his incredible warmth and non-judgmental personality, this hipster is not your typical rabbi. In 2012, Rabbi Bernath founded the smashing success JMatchmaking International, a network of Jewish dating sites. He has made 104 matches (that he knows of) to date! In additio ...
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Inspiration, Conception, Attraction & Competition - The Inspirational Sefirot | Thursday Kabbalah with Rabbi Yisroel Bernath
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Parshat Shmini | What's More Important Motive or Deed?
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Silencing Inner Pharaohs: The Power of Untranslated Truths
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24:42Navigating the choppy waters of our inner Nile, where the Pharaoh of Negative Thought reigns supreme, Rabbi Bernath offers a sage map for the modern soul's Exodus. Picture this: an inner Pharaoh, all ego and no ear, refusing the logic we offer as liberally as matzah at Pesach. It's an ancient tale, yet as current as our latest tweet. Enter Moshe, o…
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No Dialogue, Just Endless Love: A Pre-Passover Journey into the Soul of the Seder
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40:56In this transformative pre-Passover class, Rabbi Yisroel Bernath invites us to reimagine one of the most perplexing passages of the Haggadah—the confrontation with the so-called “wicked” child. At first glance, it seems to suggest aggression. But look again. Beneath the surface lies a profound truth about love, empathy, and the infinite potential w…
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Reclaiming Passover as a Value | Live Class @ Federation CJA in Montreal
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1:01:31Reclaiming Passover as a Value | Live Class @ Federation CJA in Montreal Support the show Got your own question for Rabbi Bernath? He can be reached at [email protected] or http://www.theloverabbi.com Single? You can make a profile on www.JMontreal.com and Rabbi Bernath will help you find that special someone. Donate and support Rabbi Bernath’s w…
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Passover | Why Did G-d have to Kill the Firstborn?
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The Living Memory of Passover: Insights for your Seder Table with Rabbi Yisroel Bernath
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31:02Welcome to our special Passover episode, where we explore the profound layers of the Passover Seder, a ceremony that beautifully encapsulates over three millennia of Jewish history and identity. In this episode, we discuss the fifteen steps of the Seder, from Kiddush to the festive meal, and delve into the powerful narratives and symbols that conne…
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Passover | What Frogs can teach us about Values
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5:18Learn More About Passover http://www.jewishndg.com/passover Chabad NDG Passover 2024 http://www.jewishndg.com/seder You can sponsor a needy person or family this Passover. They need your support, it goes a long way! https://ndg.chabadsuite.net/civicrm/contribute/transact?reset=1&id=9 I made a special Haggadah that will help you go through the Seder…
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Invite Yourself to Freedom: Five Life-Changing Insights from the Seder
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34:35The Passover Seder isn’t just a tradition....it’s an invitation. Not just for guests around your table, but for you. An invitation to show up emotionally, spiritually, and vulnerably. This class explores five Seder moments that, when fully embraced, can transform your night from ritual to revolution. We’ll journey from the cracked matzah to the hum…
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Passover | Four Questions are Really Four Answers
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6:36Learn More About Passover http://www.jewishndg.com/passover Chabad NDG Passover 2024 http://www.jewishndg.com/seder You can sponsor a needy person or family this Passover. They need your support, it goes a long way! https://ndg.chabadsuite.net/civicrm/contribute/transact?reset=1&id=9 I made a special Haggadah that will help you go through the Seder…
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Fire, Ice, and the Narcissist King: A Lesson in Humility and Empathy
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32:18In the story of the seventh plague, hail, Pharaoh finally admits he was wrong after seeing hail mixed with fire from the sky—a strange and powerful miracle. This moment shows us that even someone as stubborn and self-centered as Pharaoh can have a moment of realization. The mix of fire and ice in the hail represents Pharaoh's personality: cold and …
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Passover | Matzah - What was the Rush About?
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4:47Learn More About Passover http://www.jewishndg.com/passover Chabad NDG Passover 2024 http://www.jewishndg.com/seder You can sponsor a needy person or family this Passover. They need your support, it goes a long way! https://ndg.chabadsuite.net/civicrm/contribute/transact?reset=1&id=9 I made a special Haggadah that will help you go through the Seder…
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Moses Didn’t Just Free Slaves... He Changed Humanity’s Vocabulary
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29:58The Exodus from Egypt was not just a historical event—it was a revolution in human consciousness. Moses didn’t only break the physical chains of slavery; he shattered the psychological and spiritual limitations that kept humanity in bondage. This class explores how the Exodus introduced the language of freedom, inspiring revolutions, civil rights m…
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Parshat Pekudei | The Journey of our Lives
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Finding Truth in an Imperfect World: Plato vs. Kabbalah.
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31:14Plato argued that reality is found in perfect, unchanging ideals, while the physical world is merely a flawed reflection. Chassidic thought challenges this notion, asserting that G-d’s presence is found precisely in the imperfect, physical world. Through the lens of this debate, we explored how this idea impacts our relationships, personal growth, …
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Parshat Vayakhel | A Family Type of Community
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The Purim Story & Understanding the Uniqueness of Anti-Semitism and the Jewish Response
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48:39Anti-Semitism is not merely another form of bigotry or racial hatred—it is unique in its universality, its persistence throughout history, and its deep, irrational roots. From Pharaoh to Hitler, from ancient Persia to modern-day university campuses, the Jew has been targeted with a singular, unparalleled intensity. Why? What makes this hatred diffe…
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Rebroadcast: The Brief Story of Purim with Rabbi Yisroel Bernath
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29:46The Setting: After the destruction of the Holy Temple in Jerusalem, the Jewish people are subjects under King Ahasuerus of Persia. The story begins with the king throwing a grand party, during which Queen Vashti is banished for her refusal to display her beauty to the guests. Esther's Rise to Queen: Seeking a new queen, Ahasuerus holds a beauty con…
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Parshat Ki Tisa: The Cards are in the obvious place.
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The Foolish Bird and the Eternal People: Understanding Haman’s Failed Strategy
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38:34The Midrash compares Haman’s plot against the Jews to a foolish bird attempting to drain the sea, beakful by beakful. At first glance, this fable highlights the impossibility of eradicating the Jewish people. But upon deeper examination, it reveals the secret of Jewish survival, the core reason for antisemitism, and the unbreakable bond between the…
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Echoes of the Unseen: Finding Meaning in What's Missing | Rabbi Bernath's on Parshat Tetzavah
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19:15In this week’s Torah portion, Tetzaveh, we embark on a journey of absence that paradoxically illuminates presence, a mystical dance where what is not seen or heard whispers louder than the clamor of what is. Welcome to "Echoes of the Unseen," an episode that delves into the human penchant for fixating on the missing pieces, rather than the mosaic o…
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Parshat Tetzaveh | What is True Leadership?
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Whispering Cedars: The Trees That Carried a Nation’s Hope
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27:39This week’s Torah portion, Terumah, describes the construction of the Mishkan (Tabernacle) using cedarwood (atzei shitim). But why did Jacob plant these cedars in Egypt 210 years before they were needed? The Midrash, quoted by Rashi, tells us that Jacob foresaw the need for them and instructed his children to take them along when they left Egypt. T…
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Parshat Teruma | Am I just Blindly Following the Crowd?
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Acts of Love: From Question to Action with Rabbi Yisroel Bernath
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15:45This episode dances around the age-old question, "What is Love?", the exploration begins with a universal quandary: the reason we question love's essence often stems from feelings of deficiency—either doubting the love from someone special or facing accusations of insufficient love ourselves. It suggests a poignant truth: we are most inclined to ph…
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Celebrating Tu B'Shvat: Healing the World with Every Bite!
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22:11Dive into the profound spiritual significance of Tu B'Shvat, the Jewish 'New Year for Trees.' This class unravels how this ancient day, once focused on tithing fruits as per Talmudic teachings, evolved into a powerful tool for cosmic repair, as revealed by Kabbalistic wisdom. Discover how the simple act of eating fruits during the Tu B'Shvat feast …
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Rebroadcast: Positive Jewish Identity | Rabbi Bernath's Weekly Sermon 2024
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18:20This week’s sermon reflects on the resilience and unity of our community. The book 'Buried by the Times' sheds light on a past where the Holocaust's truth struggled to find its rightful place in public consciousness, hidden away in the back pages of history's draft. Yet, this story isn't just about what was buried; it's a call to unearth our collec…
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"I Have Come to My Garden" – The Chassidic Discourse that Defines Our Generation
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41:05This class explores the seminal Chassidic discourse Basi LeGani, first written by the sixth Lubavitcher Rebbe, Rabbi Yosef Yitzchak Schneersohn, and later expanded upon annually by his successor, the Rebbe, Rabbi Menachem M. Schneerson. This discourse outlines the purpose of creation: transforming the world into G‑d’s garden, a place of divine pres…
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Empowering Every Human: The Rebbe's Revolutionary Vision of Leadership and Redemption
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25:02On Yud Shevat 5711 (1951), the Lubavitcher Rebbe, Rabbi MM Schneerson, revolutionized Jewish leadership. He declared a bold vision, not merely to anticipate Moshiach in a distant future, but to actively work towards this era in our lifetime. This audacious goal was set against the backdrop of post-Holocaust Jewish reality, challenging every Jew to …
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The Plague of Darkness: The Battle Between Conscience and Corruption
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28:51This class does a deep dive into the psychological and mystical significance of Pharaoh’s final confrontation with Moses before the tenth plague. Throughout the first nine plagues, Pharaoh displayed a surprising level of tolerance towards Moses, despite the devastation he brought upon Egypt. But after the plague of darkness, something shifted—Phara…
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The Thief Within: Unmasking the Ten Plagues of the Soul
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40:53This lecture explores the profound parable of The Thief by Rabbi Nachman of Breslov, who teaches that every soul contends with an inner thief—an inclination that robs us of our divine light. Drawing parallels between this concept and the Ten Plagues, Rabbi Bernath delves into how each plague symbolizes a distortion of the ten faculties of the soul,…
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"What is Love?" Love is redefined beyond the conventional understanding of a mere emotion or a passive state of being. We emphasized that love is an obligation and a directive, as illustrated in Leviticus 19:18, which commands to "love your fellow as yourself." This idea suggests that love is not just a spontaneous feeling but an active choice and …
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What Would Moses Do? The Courage to Confront Injustice
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23:54In today's class Rabbi Yisroel Bernath explores the qualities that made Moses the ultimate leader of the Jewish people, as demonstrated in three defining episodes from his early life. Moses' unwavering commitment to confronting injustice, even at great personal risk, offers timeless lessons on leadership and moral responsibility. As we face the ter…
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The Fast of the 10th of Tevet and Joseph: Recognizing the Beginnings of Redemption
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46:47The fast of Asarah B'Tevet marks the siege of Jerusalem—a moment that appears subtle in its immediacy but significant in its consequences. Similarly, the story of Joseph reveals how the most painful events in life can lead to profound growth and redemption. By examining the parallels between Joseph’s journey and the lessons of Asarah B'Tevet, we un…
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Parshat Vayechi | Buried In Egypt | What Gives Us Strength?
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What if I am disappointed with humanity as a whole?
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29:03In a world that often feels overwhelming and disappointing, Rabbi Yisroel Bernath brings this thought-provoking episode of "Kabbalah for Everyone." Addressing the deep-seated feeling of disillusionment with humanity, Rabbi Bernath delves into the ancient wisdom of Kabbalah to offer a fresh perspective. This episode guides listeners through understa…
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The Paradox of Joseph’s Greatness | Rabbi Bernath’s Class on Parshat Vayigash
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30:32The dramatic moment when Joseph reveals his identity to his brothers, after decades of separation and pain, holds timeless lessons for our lives. This Torah episode is more than a reunion; it is a profound exploration of identity, resilience, and divine purpose. Through Joseph's words, "I am Joseph," we are invited to uncover the paradoxical power …
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