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The Everyday Judaism Podcast (formerly Living Jewishly Podcast) is dedicated to learning and understanding the laws and basic how-to of daily Jewish living. Presented by Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe in a simple and concise manner, easy for anyone to understand and connect. This Podcast Series is Generously Underwritten by Marshall & Doreen Lerner.TORCH Desarrollo Personal Espiritualidad Judaísmo Éxito Personal
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  • Laws of Reading the Megillah (Siman 141)

    Laws of Reading the Megillah (Siman 141)
    Mar 2 2026
    In this timely episode leading into Purim 5786 (2026), Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe reviews the laws of reading the Megillah from Kitzur Shulchan Aruch Siman 141. He begins with the joy of Adar ("When Adar enters, joy increases"), the four special Parshiyot read in the lead-up (Shekalim, Zachor, Parah, HaChodesh), and the Fast of Esther (Ta'anit Esther) on the 13th of Adar (Monday, March 2, 2026, from dawn to nightfall), which commemorates the fasts in the Purim story and is lenient for those in need (e.g., pregnant/nursing women, the ill). The fast humbles us, recognizing Hashem's aid in times of distress.The focus shifts to Megillah reading: obligations for men, women, and children to hear it both night (after stars out, Monday night March 2) and day (Tuesday, March 3); proper synagogue setting with minyan preferred for greater honor to Hashem; three before-blessings (Al Mikra Megillah, She'asah Nissim, Shehecheyanu—with Shehecheyanu at night for Megillah, daytime for the other mitzvot: mishloach manot, matanot la'evyonim, seudat Purim); after-blessing (Harav Et Riveinu); and key customs like reading the ten sons of Haman in one breath, noise at Haman's name (but carefully to avoid missing words), dressing festively, lighting candles upon return home, and adding Al HaNissim in prayers/meals.Additional details include: half-shekel donation (Machatzit Hashekel) before Megillah; no preparation (Maichin) on Shabbos for post-Shabbos Megillah if Purim Sunday; reading from kosher scroll preferred (Chumash ok without blessing if no scroll); Kavanah (intent) for reader and listeners; special rules for mourners/Onein; and early synagogue attendance on Purim morning with Torah reading of Amalek. He notes current events echoing Persia/Iran parallels and invites questions for the Ask Away segment.The episode concludes with a transition to the Ask Away #35._____________The Everyday Judaism Podcast is dedicated to learning, understanding and appreciating the greatness of Jewish heritage and the Torah through the simplified, concise study of Halacha, Jewish Law, thereby enhancing our understanding of how Hashem wants us to live our daily lives in a Jewish way._____________This Podcast Series is Generously Underwritten by Marshall & Doreen LernerDownload & Print the Everyday Judaism Halacha Notes:https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1RL-PideM42B_LFn6pbrk8MMU5-zqlLG5This episode of the Everyday Judaism Podcast by Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe of TORCH is dedicated to my dearest friends, Marshall & Doreen Lerner! May Hashem bless you and always lovingly accept your prayer for good health, success and true happiness!!!Recorded in the TORCH Centre - Levin Family Studio (B) to a live audience on March 1, 2026, in Houston, Texas.Released as Podcast on March 2, 2026_____________DONATE to TORCH: Please consider supporting the podcasts by making a donation to help fund our Jewish outreach and educational efforts at https://www.torchweb.org/support.php. Thank you!_____________SUBSCRIBE and LISTEN to other podcasts by Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe: NEW!! Hey Rabbi! Podcast: https://heyrabbi.transistor.fm/episodesPrayer Podcast: https://prayerpodcast.transistor.fm/episodesJewish Inspiration Podcast: https://inspiration.transistor.fm/episodesParsha Review Podcast: https://parsha.transistor.fm/episodesLiving Jewishly Podcast: https://jewishly.transistor.fm/episodesThinking Talmudist Podcast: https://talmud.transistor.fm/episodesUnboxing Judaism Podcast: https://unboxing.transistor.fm/episodesRabbi Aryeh Wolbe Podcast Collection: https://collection.transistor.fm/episodesFor a full listing of podcasts available by TORCH at https://www.TORCHpodcasts.com_____________EMAIL your questions, comments, and feedback: awolbe@torchweb.org_____________Please visit www.torchweb.org to see a full listing of our outreach and educational resources available in the Greater Houston area!_____________#Halacha, #Jewishlaw, #Kitzur, #Halacha, #EverydayJudaism, #Purim, #Megillah, #TaanitEsther, #FastOfEsther, #AdarJoy, #AlHaNissim, #Shehecheyanu, #MishloachManot, #MatanotLaEvyonim, #SeudatPurim, #JewishHolidays ★ Support this podcast ★
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  • Ep. 91 - Laws of Blessing for Foods During a Meal (Siman 43)

    Ep. 91 - Laws of Blessing for Foods During a Meal (Siman 43)
    Mar 1 2026
    In this halacha-focused episode, Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe reviews the laws of brachot for items consumed during a bread-based meal (one that begins with netilat yadayim, hamotzi on bread, and ends with Birkat Hamazon). The core principle is that hamotzi on bread exempts all satiating foods eaten during the meal—such as meat, fish, chicken, rice, pancakes, soups, condiments, and most drinks (e.g., water, soda)—from individual brachot before or after, as they are subordinate to the bread, humanity's primary sustenance.Exceptions include wine, which requires its own Borei Pri HaGafen (due to its special status), though wine from Kiddush (before hamotzi) exempts further wine during the meal; a finer wine brought mid-meal may require Hatov Vehametiv. Liquor (e.g., whiskey shots) creates doubt—often resolved by drinking a bit before the meal or on sugar/bread to exempt it. Fruits generally require a before-bracha (e.g., Borei Pri Ha'etz) if eaten alone, as they are not satiating/meal-primary, but no after-bracha (covered by Birkat Hamazon); solutions include eating them with bread (to subordinate them) or careful order to avoid doubt (sfeika berachot lehakel—no bracha in doubt).Special cases: Appetizer fruits/vegetables (e.g., pickled olives, radishes) to stimulate appetite are exempt (part of meal); cooked meal-fruits or designated main-course fruits (eaten with bread) are exempt; baked goods like cake are exempt if satiating but doubtful if dessert-like (intent at hamotzi helps); post-meal coffee (for digestion) requires a bracha (not meal-part), though exempt via sugar. Rabbi Wolbe shares personal/family anecdotes (e.g., his grandfather's vegetarianism and heroic story) to illustrate points.The episode concludes with a transition to the Ask Away #32._____________The Everyday Judaism Podcast is dedicated to learning, understanding and appreciating the greatness of Jewish heritage and the Torah through the simplified, concise study of Halacha, Jewish Law, thereby enhancing our understanding of how Hashem wants us to live our daily lives in a Jewish way._____________This Podcast Series is Generously Underwritten by Marshall & Doreen LernerDownload & Print the Everyday Judaism Halacha Notes:https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1RL-PideM42B_LFn6pbrk8MMU5-zqlLG5This episode of the Everyday Judaism Podcast by Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe of TORCH is dedicated to my dearest friends, Marshall & Doreen Lerner! May Hashem bless you and always lovingly accept your prayer for good health, success and true happiness!!!Recorded in the TORCH Centre - Levin Family Studio (B) to a live audience on February 8, 2026, in Houston, Texas.Released as Podcast on March 1, 2026_____________DONATE to TORCH: Please consider supporting the podcasts by making a donation to help fund our Jewish outreach and educational efforts at https://www.torchweb.org/support.php. Thank you!_____________SUBSCRIBE and LISTEN to other podcasts by Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe: NEW!! Prayer Podcast: https://prayerpodcast.transistor.fm/episodesJewish Inspiration Podcast: https://inspiration.transistor.fm/episodesParsha Review Podcast: https://parsha.transistor.fm/episodesLiving Jewishly Podcast: https://jewishly.transistor.fm/episodesThinking Talmudist Podcast: https://talmud.transistor.fm/episodesUnboxing Judaism Podcast: https://unboxing.transistor.fm/episodesRabbi Aryeh Wolbe Podcast Collection: https://collection.transistor.fm/episodesFor a full listing of podcasts available by TORCH at https://www.TORCHpodcasts.com_____________EMAIL your questions, comments, and feedback: awolbe@torchweb.org_____________Please visit www.torchweb.org to see a full listing of our outreach and educational resources available in the Greater Houston area!_____________#Halacha, #Jewishlaw, #blessings, #Kitzur, #Halacha, #EverydayJudaism, #Brachot, #Hamotzi, #BirkatHamazon, #JewishHalacha, #BrachaRishona ★ Support this podcast ★
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  • Ep. 90 - 🎤 Ask Away! #31: Moshiach, Fiddler on the Roof & Self-Esteem [The Q&A Series]

    Ep. 90 - 🎤 Ask Away! #31: Moshiach, Fiddler on the Roof & Self-Esteem [The Q&A Series]
    Feb 25 2026
    In this interactive Q&A episode, Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe addresses listener questions on a range of Jewish topics, starting with a critique of the musical/film Fiddler on the Roof. He argues it has harmed American Judaism by portraying Jewish observance as mere "tradition" rather than divine Torah commandments, leading to shaky foundations where practices become optional or emotion-based, rather than rooted in absolute truth and commitment to God. He contrasts this with the unbreakable commitment seen in truly Torah-observant individuals (e.g., refusing to desecrate Shabbos for any price) and ties the title's "fiddler on the roof" imagery to instability without Torah's protective "fence" (ma'akeh, the biblical requirement for railings on roofs to prevent falls).Other questions cover practical halacha, such as the sea splitting being on dry land (citing explicit verses in Exodus 14:29 and 15:19, not just midrash), kosher meat preferences (no halachic preference for rare/medium/well-done once kosher; focus on certified kosher and avoiding waste), grace after meals (Birkat Hamazon applies after bread; dessert is part of the meal for Birkat but not satiating, so separate brachot may apply), and the spies' sin (not lying about the land, but lacking self-belief and positive self-view, leading to negativity).The discussion extends to self-esteem as a mitzvah-like belief in oneself (paralleling belief in God), modesty in Torah knowledge, reflections on Schindler's List (a wake-up call against regret for not doing more mitzvos), handling late guests at meals (start reasonably without ruining Shabbos peace), beautifying mitzvos (zeh Eli v'anveihu – seeing God and glorifying Him with the best), Tu B'Shvat as a Rosh Hashanah for trees/produce/Torah growth (a powerful time for prayer on livelihood, learning, and shidduchim), and the era of Moshiach (clarity where the world recognizes Hashem as One, ending confusion/war, with righteous non-Jews welcomed in a house of prayer for all nations).Throughout, Rabbi Wolbe emphasizes intentional Judaism (kavanah), trusting Hashem (Hashem li lo ira – no fear when God is the pilot), avoiding anxiety through emunah, and prioritizing eternal mitzvos over fleeting concerns.Please submit your questions at askaway@torchweb.org_____________The Everyday Judaism Podcast is dedicated to learning, understanding and appreciating the greatness of Jewish heritage and the Torah through the simplified, concise study of Halacha, Jewish Law, thereby enhancing our understanding of how Hashem wants us to live our daily lives in a Jewish way._____________This Podcast Series is Generously Underwritten by Marshall & Doreen LernerDownload & Print the Everyday Judaism Halacha Notes:https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1RL-PideM42B_LFn6pbrk8MMU5-zqlLG5This episode of the Everyday Judaism Podcast by Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe of TORCH is dedicated to my dearest friends, Marshall & Doreen Lerner! May Hashem bless you and always lovingly accept your prayer for good health, success and true happiness!!!Recorded in the TORCH Centre - Levin Family Studio (B) to a live audience on February 1, 2026, in Houston, Texas.Released as Podcast on February 25, 2026_____________Connect with Us:Subscribe to the Everyday Judaism PodcastApple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/everyday-judaism-rabbi-aryeh-wolbe/id1600622789Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3AXCNcyKSVsaOLsLQsCN1CShare your questions at askaway@torchweb.org or visit torchweb.org for more Torah content. _____________About the Host:Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe, Director of TORCH in Houston, brings decades of Torah scholarship to guide listeners in applying Jewish wisdom to daily life. To directly send your questions, comments, and feedback: awolbe@torchweb.org_____________Support Our Mission:Help us share Jewish wisdom globally by sponsoring an episode at torchweb.org. Your support makes a difference!_____________Subscribe and Listen to other podcasts by Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe: NEW!! Hey Rabbi! Podcast: https://heyrabbi.transistor.fm/episodesPrayer Podcast: https://prayerpodcast.transistor.fm/episodesJewish Inspiration Podcast: https://inspiration.transistor.fm/episodesParsha Review Podcast: https://parsha.transistor.fm/episodesLiving Jewishly Podcast: https://jewishly.transistor.fm/episodesThinking Talmudist Podcast: https://talmud.transistor.fm/episodesUnboxing Judaism Podcast: https://unboxing.transistor.fm/episodesRabbi Aryeh Wolbe Podcast Collection: https://collection.transistor.fm/episodesFor a full listing of podcasts available by TORCH at http://podcast.torchweb.org_____________Keywords:#AskAway, #Torah, #Halacha, #Q&A, #Jewish, #Halacha, #FiddlerOnTheRoof, #TraditionVsTorah, #BirkatHamazon, #TuBShvat, #Moshiach, #Emunah, #SelfEsteemInJudaism, #BeautifyMitzvos ★ Support this podcast ★
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