Reb Shaya Guttman
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Reb Shaya Guttman, founder of Nekudah Institute Inc, mashpiah and lecturer in Tzfat, Israel, speaks on a variety of topics centering on living the Jewish experience in its totality, 24/7 and 360 degrees, with the totality of our being. In addition to his lectures, Reb Shaya is also recognized as an inspiring musician and composer, having produced 4 CDs of traditional Jewish music and his own.
Reb Shaya Guttman
3d ago
Who is the master of whom, and what does it mean to be a servant of Hashem? How is it different than being a slave of Paroh? Learn what true liberation means after all ..read more
Reb Shaya Guttman
1w ago
Is the book of Vayikra only meaningful for Kohanim, or can all of us learn important lessons from it for our daily lives? We discuss the amazing concept of how Hashem renews the Creation every moment through our ability to unify the physical and spiritual aspects of reality using out the principle of male/female oneness ..read more
Reb Shaya Guttman
2w ago
What is the relationship of the Parshios of Vayakhel and Pekudei have to do with Parshas Hachodesh and the renewal of the moon through its monthly cycles. Find out the deep secret this tells us about how to bring growth and renewal into our own lives, and how it has shaped the destiny of the Jewish people throughout history. ..read more
Reb Shaya Guttman
3w ago
How are Purim, Pesach, the Golden Calf, and the Red Heifer connected? Find out in this fascinating discussion of the paradox of self-consciousness and humility. Is it possible to strive for higher levels and still avoid becoming arrogant ..read more
Reb Shaya Guttman
1M ago
In the first of several parshios devoted to the building of the Mishkan, we explore the fascinating subject of bringing G-d's presence into space, time and ourselves, truly making a home for Hashem in this world. This is essential to understanding our role, and the whole tachlis of creation itself ..read more
Reb Shaya Guttman
1M ago
Why was it necessary to give the first Luchos with such 'fanfare' if they would ultimately be broken anyway? Why not give the 2nd set quietly? In general, why does Hashem do things that seem not to end up as He originally intended them? Why does the Galus have to be so long ..read more
Reb Shaya Guttman
2M ago
This episode was sponsored by BJ Goldman in memory of her father Sholom bn Chanoch Henach, a'h, Yahrzeit 12th Shevat (5th Yahrzeit). What does the Shiras Hayam mean for our daily avodah? Find out now ..read more
Reb Shaya Guttman
2M ago
Extending the concept of bringing potential into reality, we explore the importance of open mindedness in discovering the options that are really available, and how we can take advantage of daily experiences to escape the inertia confront Hashem's reality on a regular basis ..read more
Reb Shaya Guttman
2M ago
This Parsha explores the very important subjects of Potential to Reality in relation to the Redemption from Egypt, and how it relates to our own lives. We learn that Hashem has created Good and Evil in order to give us the choice to participate in Hashem's vision, thus becoming a true partner with Hashem in creating a new Reality ..read more
Reb Shaya Guttman
2M ago
This Parsha begins a new focus: instead of dwelling on the lives of the Avos, we switch to the relationship between the Leader and Klal Yisroel, and his efforts to bring them, as individuals and as a whole, to fulfilling their destiny, the plan Hashem his in place for them ..read more