This podcast is part of the Jewish International Law research project led by Dr. Yehonatan Elazar-DeMota at the Political History Department and Urban Studies Institute at the University of Antwerp. Dr. Elazar-DeMota interviews Dr. Ronit Irshai from the Shalom Hartman Institute in Jerusalem on Jewish law and International Law, as it pertains to the realm of human rights law and the issue of abortion.

Dr. Ronit Irshai on Abortion, the Halakhah, and Human Rights Law

Esther Shemtov, Mayanot Women's Program educator, delves into what a Maamar is and goes on to explore chassidic ideas on the month of Elul, the idea of repentance, our loving relationship with G-d and what self-work is meant for this time of the Jewish year.

Esther Shemtov: Chassidus Making Ourselves Shine Part 1

🎙️ Isur Chadash
A Torah Class with Rabbi Yitzchak Breitowitz | Mayanot Program

In this detailed shiur, Rabbi Breitowitz explores the halachic and spiritual dimensions of Isur Chadash—the prohibition against eating new grain before the Omer offering.

Drawing from classic Torah and halachic sources, he explains how this law connects us to the cycle of growth, renewal, and sanctity, teaching us about timing, patience, and spiritual refinement.

This class is part of Mayanot’s Torah learning initiatives, designed to deepen your understanding of mitzvot and their relevance in our lives today.

✨ Prepare to be inspired and gain fresh insight into this unique mitzvah.

🎧 Listen now on Spotify, YouTube Music, Apple Podcasts, and more.

Rabbi Breitowitz- Chadash

🎙️ Kosher Meat: Halacha & Hashkafah
A Class with Rabbi Yitzchak Breitowitz | Mayanot Women’s Program

Explore the timeless wisdom and stringent standards behind kosher meat—through the lens of Rabbi Breitowitz’s wide-ranging expertise in halacha and ethics.

🔍 In this shiur, Rabbi Breitowitz illuminates:

Whether vegetarianism aligns with—or challenges—kosher philosophy

The halachic nuances behind glatt, chalak Beit Yosef, and modern definitions of "kosher" 

The delicate balance of animal welfare (tza’ar ba’alei chayim) in today’s industrial meat production 
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How evolving kosher standards reflect broader ethical and societal signals

Join Rabbi Breitowitz for a deep and nuanced journey into what makes meat kosher—not just ritually, but spiritually and ethically relevant today.

🎧 Listen now on SoundCloud and gain fresh insight into the intersection of law, compassion, and tradition.

Rabbi Breitowitz- Kosher Meat

🔍 What Does It Really Mean to Keep Kosher?
In this insightful shiur, Rabbi Yitzchak Breitowitz explores the depth, meaning, and halachic foundations of keeping kosher. From the biblical commandments to the practical applications in today’s world, discover how Kashrut connects us to higher consciousness, Jewish identity, and spiritual discipline.

Whether you're new to the concept of kosher or looking to deepen your understanding, this class is for you. Learn how dietary laws are more than restrictions—they are spiritual tools that elevate the physical and refine the soul.

📖 Topics Covered:
✔️ Torah sources behind Kashrut
✔️ The spiritual benefits of keeping kosher
✔️ Navigating modern kashrut issues (certifications, kitchens, and more)
✔️ How kashrut shapes Jewish life and identity

🎧 Available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and all major platforms.
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Rabbi Breitowitz- Keeping Kosher

🍳 Laws of Cooking on Shabbat | Rabbi Breitowitz | Mayanot Halacha Series

Join Rabbi Breitowitz for an in-depth shiur on the halachic principles of bishul b'Shabbat—exploring what is permitted, what is prohibited, and the deeper reasoning behind these laws. Discover how the laws of Shabbat cooking reflect the essence of rest, sanctity, and intentionality in Jewish life.

With clarity, depth, and real-world application, this class brings ancient halacha into focus for today’s kitchens and questions.

🎙️ Recorded live at the Mayanot Women's Program in Jerusalem with Gadol Rabbi Breitowitz.
➡️ Explore Mayanot’s immersive Torah experience: https://www.mayanot.edu
🎧 Listen on SoundCloud, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, YouTube Music, or your favorite platform.

🕯️ Shabbat. Halacha. Insight.

Rabbi Breitowitz- Cooking on Shabbat

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