In the United States, there is much debate about the separation of government and religion.

A virtuous heroine. A wicked villain. It’s the ancient, true story of Queen Esther, brought vividly to life in a delightfully educational way.

To battle evil, we first must understand its source, and then tread carefully so we are not sucked into the vortex of hate.

A taste of Shazak Parsha, where the weekly Torah portion comes alive! Geared for kids... Great for adults!

Who says puppets are just for kids? Learn the Purim story, plus a life-lesson from an adorable team of animated puppets.

The portion of Teztaveh coincides around the birthday and passing of Moses. The special qualities of Moses’ leadership enable us to discover our very own potential.

Take an exciting trip back in time to the court of King Ahasuerus and his beautiful Jewish wife Queen Esther as you watch the dramatic story of the Jewish victory over Persian persecution. (Please be advised this video may be too graphic for younger kids.)

Over 4,000 Jewish teens gather in New York City in an uplifting display of Jewish pride and unity; featuring a special Havdalah ceremony, meaningful inspiration and an exhilarating concert featuring Tal Vaknin, Lipa, DJ Matt Dubb, and Noam.

Find out why Jono is trying to get persecuted in this week’s Parshah Report.

The natural craving that each person has for recognition from other human beings sometimes swells without bounds into a monstrous desire for fame. The secret essence of fame, however, appears only in the “loneliest” moments with G-d.

Topics include: Kohen, Levi and Israelite as the "core emotional building blocks of the universe," the spiritual reason why there are twelve tribes, and the seven day process of inaugurating the Tabernacle as a culmination of the Seven Days of Creation.

The Joy of Purpose: Why did G-d create me as a lowly being?

The pomegranates and bells on the hem of the High Priest’s robe announces the beauty of a Baal Teshuvah. (Based on Likkutei Sichos vol. 16 Tetzaveh)

How to perform the havdalah ceremony at the conclusion of Shabbat and festivals.

Join the fun as we sing and dance our way through the holiday of Purim.

Experience the miraculous exodus of the Jewish people out of the mighty Egyptian empire—in a unique, fun-filled (and educational) style!

A dramatic story of how an Indian book collector, a Canadian volunteer, a Syrian rabbi, and some secret agents saved priceless treasures of the Jewish people.

Listen to the Boo Boo Haman song and sing along!

When “giving in” can actually help you achieve what you essentially want.

There’s lots of hoopla attached to the Shabbat prior to Purim, as it's host to a special Torah reading said to be biblically mandated. Yet, it's common knowledge that public Torah readings are rabbinically ordained – so how could it possibly be an actual biblical mitzvah? After documenting the earliest sources for this idea; we go on to establish its legal definition and jurisprudence, attaining a better understanding of its unique rhyme and reason. This class provides an understanding of its underlying purpose as an annual reading that is supposed to influence our psyche all year long!

Watch these simple-to-follow instructions on how to do the mitzvah of wearing a Tallis.

How does the Rambam view happiness? Discover how you can implement the Rambam’s ideas for a better and happier life. This powerful lecture is in honor of marking the 44th Siyum HaRambam—completing the study program of Rambam.

When one partner betrays the other, for reconciliation to occur, each must feel that “we are so connected that you mean more to me than whatever it was that you did.”

A taste of Shazak Parsha, where the weekly Torah portion comes alive! Geared for kids... Great for adults!

Gefilte Fish gives an in-depth analysis of the Golden Calf, explains the importance of not worshipping idols, and complains about the lack of Fresca in the IKS studio.

Moses questioned how a compulsory offering could achieve atonement. What he learned changes our basic understanding of human decency.

Topics include: How the half shekel donation rectified the masculine aspect of the soul, why we have ten fingers and ten toes, and Aaron as a reincarnation of Abraham’s brother Haran.

Never write yourself off as a failure and not worthy before G-d.

In response to Moses's request, "Reveal to me Your Glory", G-d shows him His 'back', which Rashi explains to mean the "knot of G-d's tefillin". This class will address the inner meaning of this and the message of hope it conveys for all of us. (Likutei Sichos, vol. 21)

A deeper meaning to why the copper wash-basin in the Temple was made from mirrors used by the Jewish women to beautify themselves throughout their slavery in Egypt.

Two altars -- one inner, one outer; one of gold, one of copper -- as they correspond to two very different versions of our emotional experience of life.

The priests would wash their hands in the laver (“kiyor”) each morning before working in the Temple. What are the laws of the morning handwashing ritual?

The sin of the Golden Calf is from the greatest tragedies in Jewish history. Examining the status of gold in the Torah serves as a model for the proper approach to new discoveries in technology.

In this portion, we read G-d's Thirteen Attributes of Mercy: "G-d, G-d, compassionate G-d and gracious, slow to anger, and abundant in kindness and truth, preserver of kindness for two thousand generations. " In the word "notzar" (preserver of kindness) the letter nun is unusually large. Later in the portion, G-d prohibits the Jews from serving "another god." The letter reish in the word "acher" (other) is also unusually large. What is the meaning of these large letters?

Moses asked G-d "show me Your Glory" to which G-d responded, "No man can see Me and live." Does G-d have a face? What does it mean to see G-d? What did Moses want and what did he end up getting?

Less than forty days after experiencing divine revelation at Sinai, the Jewish people sin in worshiping the golden calf. It seems inexplicable that they completely deny G-d after all they had just experienced.

Study some of the highlights of the weekly Torah portion with insights from various commentaries.

The parsha of Ki Tisa contains 139 verses and the mnemonic for is the name ‘Chananel’. Explore the coded message in the mnemonic and its connection to the general themes of the parshah.

Upon learning of the grave sin of the golden calf, Moses descends the mountain and breaks the tablets. Why the need to break the tablets, instead of simply not giving them to the Jewish people?

The most sacred service in the Holy Temple is the ‘Ketoret’ or incenses. Discover incredible secrets of this strange blend made of assorted aromatic herbs and drugs. How was this mysterious compound of holy hallucinogens created? This class may elevate your consciousness and possibly even shed light on the debate over legalizing marijuana today!

Eyeing the Half-Shekel giving that enables national-census taking, we see Moses being shown a fiery coin; begging the obvious question: why the superfluous visual aid? A full investigation of this conundrum leads us into a passionate place of parallel perspectives. The emergent emphasis on incomplete pieces seems entirely incompatible with characteristic Mitzvah perfection and wholesomeness. Layers of fascinating insight unfold, providing extraordinary clarity and a profoundly inspiring and enriching spiritual message for the ages!

Why weren't the women involved with the sin of the golden calf? And how can even our darkest mistakes uplift us?

As committed Jews in an imperfect world, we’re constantly trying to balance our mundane responsibilities with our spiritual aspirations. We’re even encouraged to engage with the world to transform it into a G-dly place.

The only thing to be done with sinful behavior is to stop it, to repent for it, and never to return to it. As for the power of desire that leads to the sin, it has significantly more positive possibilities.

The sensual aspect of human existence is heavy with potential for impure doings. And yet this same potential holds the secret of the copper laver used by the Kohanim to wash their hands and feet in preparation for their holy services in the Mishkan.

The opening words of this parshah -- "Lift up the head and give..." -- as an instruction to become elevated to a higher state of consciousness by giving to others. Presenter: Rabbi Glass

An examination of Rashi’s commentary on contributing a half shekel and a closer look at some discrepancies between our printed version of Rashi and an ancient manuscript housed in the Bodleian Library, Oxford.

Our Sages explain that the Ten Commandments were stated in the second person singular, rather than the plural, in order to provide Moses with an argument in defense of the Jewish People after they had worshipped the Golden Calf: Moses would be able to, and in fact did, argue that the commandment forbidding idolatry was addressed to him alone and not the people! This class will address this apparently bizarre defense and will shed light on the deeper nature of idolatry and its antidote.

According to Jewish law, one must wash each morning before prayers just like the priests would wash before performing their service in the Holy Temple. What is the difference between washing for holiness and washing for purity? (Based on Likutei Sichos vol. 31, p. 184.)

The priests would wash before performing their service in the Holy Temple. This is the basis for our washing before prayer. We study two applications of this law, one in Maimonides and one in the rulings of R' Shneur Zalman of Liadi.

Join the fun as we sing and dance our way through the holiday of Purim.

Why does the Megillah describe the extravagance of Achashveirosh’s feast in such great detail, which is irrelevant to the miracles or themes of Purim?

Experience the entire story of Purim in this interactive narrated slideshow that takes you through the story as it is written in the Megillah

The story, the customs and the fun!

The holiday of Purim in the eyes of Rabbi Kadoozy, Jono and friends.

Purim is super-Kabbalistic. After all, Purim is all about disguise, secrets and intrigue. And there’s no greater secret than who you really are. Actually, there is. It’s the secret of who is Feivel.

A deeper look at how we relate to our Jewish identity.

Jono talks about the miracle of Jewish survival and the four special mitzvot of Purim.

Mordechai’s and Esther’s different roles in the Purim story, and their influence on the way in which the megillah was ultimately written and canonized as part of the Bible.

There are some who believe that by hiding their Jewishness they will be protected from anti-Semitism. The Megillah teaches us a lesson: When Haman persuaded King Achashverosh to issue the decree against the Jewish people, he argued that...

Rabbi Shmuel Chefer, director of the Beis Rivkah Teachers’ Seminary in Kfar Chabad, Israel, recounts a heartwarming story about what it truly means to be “close” to the Rebbe (1968).

Purim usually coincides with the week in which we read the Torah portion of Tetzave. To find the hidden connection between Purim and Tetzave, we examine the five times the word "Purim" is written in the Megillah and ask why three of those five times it is missing the letter vav.

One of the four special mitzvot to observe on the day of Purim is giving gifts to the poor. Why is this practice termed "gifts" (matanot) to the poor and not "charity" (tzedakah) as we might expect?

What is the difference between Purim, which is celebrated on the 14th day of the month, and Passover and Sukkot which are celebrated on the 15th day of their respective months? The answer lies in the fact that the number fourteen in Hebrew is represented by the letters yud (10) and daled (4), which spell the word "yad" which means "hand."

Portions of the scroll of Esther, read as it is read in the synagogue on Purim. Translated and explained in English. (This video contains highlights from the full-length version available from the producers, DiDan Studio.)

In this portion, we read G-d's Thirteen Attributes of Mercy: "G-d, G-d, compassionate G-d and gracious, slow to anger, and abundant in kindness and truth, preserver of kindness for two thousand generations. " In the word "notzar" (preserver of kindness) the letter nun is unusually large. Later in the portion, G-d prohibits the Jews from serving "another god." The letter reish in the word "acher" (other) is also unusually large. What is the meaning of these large letters?

Prepare for Purim with a quick overview of a) the practical laws (halacha) of Purim, b) the Megillah story, and c) insights into the deeper meaning of the holiday.

This class deeply analyzes various passages where Maimonides describes the parameters for observing three of the special Purim mitzvahs: rejoicing at a feast, sending food gifts to friends, and giving monetary gifts to the poor. (Based on Likutei Sichos vol. 16, pp. 365-372)

The name Purim means "lotteries." The first letter of this word is the letter peh which also means "mouth." The entire story of Purim is really about the various "mouths" that spoke up at various times.

The meaning of the public fast (Fast of Esther) observed on the day before Purim.

Study the daily lesson of Sefer HaMitzvos for day 68 with Rabbi Mendel Kaplan, where he teaches the mitzvah in-depth with added insight and detail.

The Scroll of Antiochus is an account of the Chanukah story written originally in Aramaic. What can we learn about Chanukah by comparing the Scroll of Antiochus to the Purim story written in the Scroll of Esther?

The four special mitzvahs of Purim all start with the letter “mem”: 1) Megillah, 2) Mishloach manot (sending food gifts to friends), 3) Matanot la’evyonim (charity to the poor), and 4) Mishteh (a festive meal). What is the deeper significance of this connection?

A virtuous heroine. A wicked villain. It’s the ancient, true story of Queen Esther, brought vividly to life in a delightfully educational way.

The Megillah recounts how Haman’s evil decree was reversed. Here is how it happened.

What makes Purim unique from all other Jewish holidays?

Study the Purim story from its original text, the Book of Esther, together with the classic commentaries.

The festival of Purim is named after the lots that the wicked Haman casted to determine the “best” date to carry out his evil scheme. In the end, however, the date proved to be propitious for the Jews. What is the connection between a lottery and Jewish survival?

Study the daily lesson of Sefer HaMitzvos for day 69 with Rabbi Mendel Kaplan, where he teaches the mitzvah in-depth with added insight and detail.

V’atah Tetzaveh is the last maamar the Rebbe edited and personally distributed to chassidim. The discourse explains how the Jewish leader assists the Jew in strengthening, nurturing and internalizing the soul’s essential faith.

Why the constant focus on joy, and how do we increase in our joy during the month of Adar? Comparing and contrasting the holidays of Purim and Pesach sheds light on how to serve
G-d with greater joy.

The 7th of Adar, the passing of Moshe, and parsha of Tetzaveh, highlight how a tzadik is exponentially more present after their passing.

Understanding Rashi vs. Rambam’s view on the Efod worn by the Kohen Gadol. Insight into Rashi’s approach shows us how to learn meaningful lessons from even the most untoward situations.

During the pandemic, Ellie Zeiler started posting on TikTok and soon attracted millions of followers. But she knew that there was more to life than that. Today, she observes Shabbat and kosher, shares the beauty of Torah life with her international audien

When to Stop Studying Torah: When to close the books and go do a mitzvah

Is our connection to G-d inherent or developed through Torah? Let's explore the design of the Holy Ark to understand our relationship with G-d.

To battle evil, we first must understand its source, and then tread carefully so we are not sucked into the vortex of hate.

The emergence of a moving story of scientific endeavor in the most challenging of conditions. (Some may find details described to be extremely disturbing. Viewer discretion advised.)

The golden ark in the Mishkan had a cover called the Kapores. Explore the opinions of Rashi and Rambam for two fascinating perspectives on our connection to Hashem: intrinsic or built through observance?

Transforming the mundane to become holy requires two stages of input. A lesson from Rashi’s commentary on building the Mishkan.

Now is the time for us to channel our tears into action—for Shiri, Ariel, and Kfir.

How does the Rambam view happiness? Discover how you can implement the Rambam’s ideas for a better and happier life. This powerful lecture is in honor of marking the 44th Siyum HaRambam—completing the study program of Rambam.

A dramatic story of how an Indian book collector, a Canadian volunteer, a Syrian rabbi, and some secret agents saved priceless treasures of the Jewish people.

A Jewish man from Ukraine never had a Jewish name. Today, after his brit in Netanya, he took the name Kfir Ariel. He's named for the two children Kfir and Ariel Bibas.

The giving of the Torah comprised two major aspects and the key is what we bring to the table.

An in-depth Talmudic analysis of the legal nature of the guarantor on a loan, and its powerful spiritual lesson about the inter-responsibility of each Jew for another. A siyum on tractate Bava Basra.

Coach, don’t instruct. A parenting lesson from our Supernal Father at Sinai.

Learn Rashi’s commentary on the beginning of the ‘Ten Commandments’ where Hashem says that He took us out of Egypt. We’ll see how this tells us to have absolute commitment to Hashem.

The first step in Judaism is to know Hashem well. Learn why Rambam says that the first mitzvah in the “Ten Commandments” is to know Hashem, and not simply to believe in G-d.

My life was collapsing and I was at the edge… Here's how it all turned around for the better.

In the desert, the Jews needed to live with absolute trust in Hashem that He would provide for them Manna from heaven each day. How can we emulate that trust on a daily basis?

Why we have to prioritize connecting Jews who feel disconnected from their Judaism. We learn this from how the Torah relates that at the Exodus, Moshe took Yosef’s remains with them.

Marking 80 years since the liberation of Auschwitz

Timeout isn't enough, we need meaningful breaks. Discover the secret to self-care from the Torah’s directive of Shabbat rest and freedom at Exodus.

Rabbi Dovid Vigler, director at Chabad of Palm Beach Gardens, brings years of experience guiding couples to a meaningful Jewish marriage. Rabbi Vigler is passionate about sharing the beauty and depth of Judaism in a clear and down-to-earth manner. Tune in

Unpacking the powerful message of the monumental Chassidic discourse ‘Basi LeGani’, with a focus on the 15th chapter, which is widely being studied this year in preparation for the 10th of Shevat.

The Rebbe conveyed a life lesson to the famed Chassidic artist Hendel Lieberman: the primary talent of an artist is to see past the externalities of something and capture its inner life—exposing the essence of the thing being portrayed.

At the Exodus, we didn’t just leave Egyption bondage, but we became inherently free people. This we learn from how the Rambam connects this to remembering Shabbos. Sometimes, you have to break the old you to grow.