Episodes
Thursday May 18, 2023
Thursday May 18, 2023
Learn about the Vilna Gaon and his trip to Berlin! Included is a fascinating discussion about the Vilna Gaon's interaction with early reformers.
Wednesday May 03, 2023
Wednesday May 03, 2023
Learn about Rav Aron Fuld, the last of the illustrious dayanim of Frankfurt. Take a dive into the fascinating story of the judicial system of that city.
Wednesday Feb 15, 2023
Wednesday Feb 15, 2023
Rav Yedidya Tia Weil, son of Rav Nesanel Weil (author of Korban Nesanel), was one of the leading Torah luminaries in the second part of the 18th century. He authored more than half a dozen works, many still remaining in manuscript form to this day. Listen to a clear overview of his life and legacy!
Thursday Jan 19, 2023
Thursday Jan 19, 2023
Rav Mendel Rosenbaum was one of the leaders of Orthodox Jewry in Germany during the nineteenth century.
Gain a unique perspective of Bavarian Jewry.
Learn about the personalities of Rav Mendel Rosenbaum, his son Rav Yona, and his son-in-law Rav Eliezer Bergmann.
Tuesday Nov 15, 2022
Tuesday Nov 15, 2022
Rabbi Dovid Tzvi Hoffmann was one of the last Torah leaders and poskim of German Jewry. He authored a commentary on Chumash and responsa titled Melamed L'hoil.
Sunday Nov 13, 2022
Sunday Nov 13, 2022
Tevilas Ezra is a interesting topic which has become integrated into practice more and more in this generation. Was this practiced back in Ashkenaz? Did it stop due to Reform influences?
Learn about the German Jewish approach to kabbalah in general and personal exercises in mystical areas. A short talk to give a glimpse into a giant topic!