Women's Yom Kippur Class
Apologize Like You Mean It: The Avodah of Yom Kippur
With Rabbi Ari Sollish
Recorded live at The Torah Center ATL on Wednesday, October 9, 2024

This class -- based on Likkutei Sichos, Vol. 24 -- shares two perspectives on the avodah of teshuvah and making amends, making the case for a reckoning that truly shifts our very being.

Women's Yom Kippur Class - Apologize Like You Mean It

Fascinating Facts - Lesson 1
The Story of Your Life
How to Read the Torah
With Rabbi Ari Sollish
Recorded Live at The Torah Center ATL on Wednesday, July 9, 2025

Is “an eye for an eye” meant to be taken literally? Was the fruit of the Tree of Knowledge an apple? Did the Jews actually cross the Red Sea? We leap beyond a Hebrew School comprehension of the Bible, as we explore the deeper significance of its stories and their profound lessons for life.

Fascinating Facts - Lesson 1 - The Story of Your Life | Rabbi Ari Sollish

Kabbalah Café
All for the Sake of Heaven - Part 4
Parasites
With Rabbi Ari Sollish
Recorded live at The Torah Center ATL on Sunday, July 27, 2025

There are energies in the universe that do not shine with their own light. They feed off others.

They consume without giving, exist without serving, and cloak themselves in distortion. The Kabbalists call this kelipah -- a shell that hides truth, a force that masks the Divine.

Where holiness gives and humbles, kelipah takes and inflates. It steals in two ways: from the lowest dregs, or by reaching beyond the veil, into realms too subtle for discernment, where even darkness can disguise itself as light.

In this session of Kabbalah Café we explore the spiritual mechanics behind these parasitic forces, and learn how to guard your light from being drawn into their orbit.

Kabbalah Café: All for the Sake of Heaven - 4 - Parasites | Rabbi Ari Sollish

Fascinating Facts - Lesson 5
It's All Hebrew to Me
An Exploration of the Holy Tongue
With Rabbi Ari Sollish
Recorded Live at The Torah Center ATL on Wednesday, August 6, 2025

From abracadabra to kippa and Yom Kippur, this lesson dives beyond semantics into the depths of Hebrew etymology. We’ll uncover insights into seemingly arbitrary Hebrew names, and discover words that offer perspective into the heart of key Jewish concepts.

Fascinating Facts - Lesson 5 - It's All Hebrew to Me | Rabbi Ari Sollish

High Holiday Boot Camp 5786 - Session 1
Rosh Hashanah: The Silent Connection
With Rabbi Ari Sollish
Recorded live at The Torah Center ATL on September 16, 2025

Rosh Hashanah is more than a new year; it’s a wake-up call to reconnect with G-d. This class reveals how even a mitzvah done on autopilot can spark a profound connection.

High Holiday Boot Camp 5786 - 1 - Rosh Hashanah: The Silent Connection | Rabbi Ari Sollish

The Kabbalah of Meaning - Lesson 1 
The Meaning We Seek 
With Rabbi Ari Sollish
Recorded Live at The Torah Center ATL on Wednesday, October 29th, 2025

When we have it all, we still need something more: purpose. Discover four fundamental human qualities that provide lasting fulfillment.

The Kabbalah of Meaning - Lesson 1 - The Meaning We Seek | Rabbi Ari Sollish

Secrets of the Bible - Lesson 1
The Tree of Knowledge
With Rabbi Ari Sollish
Recorded Live at The Torah Center ATL on Thursday, October 30, 2025

Unraveling the mystery of the "Tree of the Knowledge of Good and Bad" from which Adam and Eve ate illuminates many of the questions we grapple with in our own lives. Why do we desire things that we know are bad for ourselves and for others? Why does everything we achieve require hardship and struggle? How much should we care: Is it better to be objective and true or subjective and engaged?

Secrets of the Bible 2025 - Lesson 1 - The Tree of Knowledge | Rabbi Ari Sollish

The Kabbalah of Meaning - Lesson 2
To Make or Not to Make Meaning
With Rabbi Ari Sollish
Recorded Live at The Torah Center ATL on Wednesday, November 5th, 2025

When life lacks luster, should we invent a more meaningful way of seeing things? Or is there already a purpose hiding in plain sight?

The Kabbalah of Meaning - Lesson 2 - To Make or Not to Make Meaning | Rabbi Ari Sollish

Torah Studies 5786
Class 1: Parshat Noach
Don’t Walk Into the Ark Alone
Giving Up on Others Is Never an Option
Recorded Live at The Torah Center ATL on Tuesday, October 21, 2025

When someone close to us is drifting from a spiritual or moral life, how far are we expected to go to help them? Through the Torah’s complex portrayal of Noach and a powerful debate in the Zohar, this class challenges us to think differently about responsibility, prayer, and the meaning of never giving up.

Torah Studies 5786 - 1 - Noach: Don’t Walk Into the Ark Alone | Rabbi Ari Sollish

Torah Studies 5786
Class 2: Parashat Lech Lecha 
Just Do It
Obedience, Not Inspiration, Is the Heart of Judaism
Recorded Live at The Torah Center ATL on Tuesday, October 28, 2025

Judaism isn’t a system of values or a path to personal growth—it’s a relationship, and G-d defines the terms. Learn how Avraham’s first step wasn’t about what he believed or felt but about simply doing what G-d said.

Torah Studies 5786 - 2 - Lech Lecha: Just Do It | Rabbi Ari Sollish

The Giving Tree: A Jewish Perspective
Lessons from a Children's Classic on Education, Parenting & Leadership
With Rabbi Ari Sollish
Recorded Live at The Torah Center ATL on Tuesday, June 9, 2020

Explore Shel Silverstein's classic "The Giving Tree" from a unique Jewish perspective. You know the story. Here's the rest of the story.

The Giving Tree: A Jewish Perspective | Rabbi Ari Sollish

Torah Studies 5786
Class 3: Parashat Vayeira
Not My Thing? Not the Point.
Stepping Out of Character When the Moment Demands It
Recorded Live at The Torah Center ATL on Tuesday, November 4, 2025

Avraham was the embodiment of kindness, so why did he confront G-d with harshness? Because when a soul is on a mission, comfort doesn’t matter. This class challenges us to rethink what real service looks like, and how far we’re willing to go for it.

Torah Studies 5786 - 3 - Vayeira: Not My Thing? Not the Point | Rabbi Ari Sollish

Secrets of the Bible - Lesson 2
Noah’s Ark
With Rabbi Ari Sollish
Recorded Live at The Torah Center ATL on Thursday, November 6, 2025

Can G-d's plan for His world fail so catastrophically that the Creator regrets its very creation? And if it can, why can't it happen again? How does the rainbow symbolize the new world generated from Noah's Ark? Exploring the answers to these questions reveals the inner dynamics of the relationships that define our lives: the relationships between parent and child, between teacher and student, between employer and employee, and between G-d and us.

Secrets of the Bible 2025 - Lesson 2 - Noah’s Ark | Rabbi Ari Sollish

The Kabbalah of Meaning - Lesson 3
To Make or Not to Make Meaning
With Rabbi Ari Sollish
Recorded Live at The Torah Center ATL on Wednesday, November 12, 2025

Even if it happens every day, daily life needn’t feel ordinary. See how every part of the day can be as significant as your highest aspirations.

The Kabbalah of Meaning - Lesson 3 - Meaning in the Mundane | Rabbi Ari Sollish

The Kabbalah of Meaning - Lesson 4
Meaning in the Rhythms of Time
With Rabbi Ari Sollish
Recorded Live at The Torah Center ATL on Wednesday, November 19, 2025

As time flies by, is it just more of the same? Discover the rich texture of Jewish time, and how attuning ourselves to each moment’s message enables profound spiritual purpose.

The Kabbalah of Meaning - Lesson 4 - Meaning in the Rhythms of Time | Rabbi Ari Sollish

Torah Studies 5786
Class 4: Parashat Chayei Sarah
Buy Local, Reach Global
Judaism Isn’t Just for Jews
Recorded Live at The Torah Center ATL on Tuesday, November 11, 2025

Judaism was always meant to be a global force for good, and why even the Torah’s most private miracles were world events.

Torah Studies 5786 - 4 - Chayei Sarah: Buy Local, Reach Global | Rabbi Ari Sollish

Torah Studies 5786
Class 5: Parashat Toldot
Make It Yours
Finding Your Voice Inside the Tradition
Recorded Live at The Torah Center ATL on Tuesday, November 18, 2025

Does following a tradition mean losing yourself? Not at all. This class unpacks how Judaism doesn’t ask you to silence your individuality—it invites you to channel it. Real authenticity isn’t about walking away from what you’ve inherited but about making it unmistakably your own.

Torah Studies 5786 - 5 - Toldot: Make It Yours | Rabbi Ari Sollish

Secrets of the Bible - Lesson 3
Jacob and Esau
With Rabbi Ari Sollish
Recorded Live at The Torah Center ATL on Thursday, November 13, 2025

The epic struggle between the most famous twins in the Bible assumes many forms: the contest between sword and word, between matter and spirit, between self-realization and self-transcendence. We learn that Creation itself comes in two formats: a powerful yet unstable "World of Chaos," and a moderated and focused "World of Correction." In every area of life, we straddle both realms, and can look to the Jacob-Esau story for guidance in navigating this duality.

Secrets of the Bible 2025 - Lesson 3 - Jacob and Esau | Rabbi Ari Sollish

Secrets of the Bible - Lesson 4
Joseph and His Brothers
With Rabbi Ari Sollish
Recorded Live at The Torah Center ATL on Thursday, November 20, 2025

Our exploration of the deeper significance of the conflict between Joseph and his brothers takes us from a history of Jewish leadership, to the structure of the Holy Temple in Jerusalem, to an enigmatic debate recorded in the Talmud on the question: Which is greater, learning or action? We discover that there are two parallel quests embedded in the human soul, each of which—as well as the tension between them—is essential to our mission in life.

Secrets of the Bible 2025 - Lesson 4 - Joseph and His Brothers | Rabbi Ari Sollish

Demystifying Tanya - Lesson 24
With Rabbi Tzvi Freeman
Recorded live at The Torah Center ATL on Thursday, November 20, 2025

The Tanya is a cornerstone of Jewish spirituality, offering profound insights into the nature of the soul, the struggles of human existence, and the path to a purposeful life. In this new weekly series, Rabbi Tzvi Freeman provides a clear and thoughtful exploration of its core ideas, making the text accessible and relevant for modern seekers.

Guided by Rabbi Freeman’s expertise and his masterful new translation of the text, participants will uncover the Tanya’s teachings on topics such as free will, inner conflict, and spiritual growth. The series blends textual study with practical applications, offering tools for navigating life with clarity and intention.

Demystifying Tanya | Lesson 24 | Rabbi Tzvi Freeman

Torah Studies 5785
Class 38: Parshat Eikev
Missing Piece That Says It All
What a Single Letter Reveals about Torah, Miracles, and Life
Recorded Live at The Torah Center ATL on Tuesday, August 12, 2025

How have the Jewish people remained distinct despite centuries of exile and cultural influence? This class uncovers the deeper force that has preserved Jewish identity—a spiritual resilience implanted by Moses.

Torah Studies 5785 - 38 - Eikev: Missing Piece That Says It All | Rabbi Ari Sollish

Torah Studies 5785
Class 39: Parshat Re'eh
Not Just Me, Myself, and I
Why Your Actions Are Bigger than You
Recorded Live at The Torah Center ATL on Tuesday, August 19, 2025

How have the Jewish people remained distinct despite centuries of exile and cultural influence? This class uncovers the deeper force that has preserved Jewish identity—a spiritual resilience implanted by Moses.

Torah Studies 5785 - 39 - Re'eh: Not Just Me, Myself, and I | Rabbi Ari Sollish

Torah Studies 5785
Class 40: Parshat Shoftim
Wholehearted
Choosing Trust Over Certainty
Recorded Live at The Torah Center ATL on Tuesday, August 26, 2025

What’s wrong with wanting to know what the future holds? This class explores the Torah’s directive to “be sincere with G-d”—to live with wholehearted trust rather than constant calculation.

Torah Studies 5785 - 40 - Shoftim: The Unbreakable Bond | Rabbi Ari Sollish

Torah Studies 5785
Class 41: Parshat Ki Teitzei
Duty Calls
G-d Loves Brute Commitment
Recorded Live at The Torah Center ATL on Tuesday, September 2, 2025

This class explores how fulfilling mitzvot out of duty—without passion—still earns G-d’s favor and brings Divine blessing. Discover the power of simple, committed observance.

Torah Studies 5785 - 41 - Ki Teitzei: Duty Calls | Rabbi Ari Sollish

Torah Studies 5785
Class 42: Parshat Ki Tavo
Motivated by Nature
When Doing the Right Thing Feels Like the Only Thing
Recorded Live at The Torah Center ATL on Tuesday, September 9, 2025

You believe in Judaism—but sometimes it’s hard to follow through. This class explores a surprising Rashi, a mystical take on first fruits, and a powerful truth: You already have all the motivation you need. You just have to tap into it.

Torah Studies 5785 - 42 - Ki Tavo: Motivated by Nature | Rabbi Ari Sollish

Sunday Kolel
Year 3 - Lecture 1
Someone Kept Stealing My Food. So I Poisoned It.
Halachic Boundaries of Defense.
With Rabbi Pinchas Fink
Recorded live at The Torah Center ATL on Sunday, September 7, 2025

Sunday Kolel - Someone Kept Stealing My Food. So I Poisoned It. - Rabbi Pinchas Fink

Sunday Kolel
Year 3 - Lecture 2
The Overturning of Roe v. Wade: A Jewish Perspective
With Rabbi Shlomo Chaim Kesselman
Recorded live at The Torah Center ATL on Sunday, September 14, 2025

Sunday Kolel - Roe v. Wade: A Jewish Perspective - Rabbi Shlomo Chaim Kesselman

Sunday Kolel
Year 3 - Lecture 3
Is Cholov Yisroel Milk Kosher?
With Rabbi Aryeh Holzer
Recorded live at The Torah Center ATL on Sunday, October 26, 2025

Sunday Kolel - Is Cholov Yisroel Milk Kosher? - Rabbi Aryeh Holzer

Sunday Kolel
Year 3 - Lecture 4
Can Torah Get Science Wrong?
With Rabbi Yacov Barber
Recorded live at The Torah Center ATL on Sunday, November 2, 2025

Sunday Kolel - Can Torah Get Science Wrong? - Rabbi Yacov Barber

Sunday Kolel
Year 3 - Lecture 5
Havdalah Hangover
What to Drink When You Don't Want to Drink
With Rabbi Levi Loebenstein
Recorded live at The Torah Center ATL on Sunday, November 9, 2025

Sunday Kolel - Havdalah Hangover. What to Drink When You Don't Want to Drink. - Rabbi Levi Loebenstein

Sunday Kolel
Year 3 - Lecture 6
Can a Doctor Refuse To Treat Terrorists?
With Rabbi Ben Atwood
Recorded live at The Torah Center ATL on Sunday, November 23, 2025

Sunday Kolel - Can a Doctor Refuse To Treat Terrorists? - Rabbi Ben Atwood

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