Torah Studies 5785

Torah Studies 5785
Class 1: Parshas Noach
Rashi: An Introduction
A Primer for a New Year of Torah Studies
With Rabbi Ari Sollish
Recorded live at The Torah Center ATL on Tuesday, October 29, 2024

Rabbi Shlomo Yitzchaki, known as Rashi, a celebrated eleventh-century sage, authored the most authoritative commentary on the Torah. This lesson introduces students to the rich world of scholarship dedicated to his work. This year, embark on a fascinating journey into Rashi's profound insights and timeless wisdom.

Torah Studies 5785 - 1 - Noach: Rashi, An Introduction | Rabbi Ari Sollish

Torah Studies 5785
Class 2: Parshas Lech Lecha
Global Reach, Local Concern
Never Too Big to Care for Those Closest to You
With Rabbi Ari Sollish
Recorded live at The Torah Center ATL on Tuesday, November 5, 2024

It's a common trap: achieving global influence while forgetting family and friends. Avraham's name change associated with his promotion from local chieftain to world leader teaches us to avoid this pitfall and remember the importance of those nearest to us.

Torah Studies 5785 - 2 - Lech Lecha: Global Reach, Local Concern | Rabbi Ari Sollish

Torah Studies 5785
Class 3: Parshas Vayeira
A Jewish Take on Hospitality
Inviting Guests: Greater than Seeing G-d Himself
With Rabbi Ari Sollish
Recorded live at The Torah Center ATL on Tuesday, November 12, 2024

Judaism places immense value on hospitality. The Torah recounts how Avraham paused his Divine encounter to welcome travelers. Explore the logic behind this seemingly exaggerated graciousness and its profound implications.

Torah Studies 5785 - 3 - Vayeira: A Jewish Take on Hospitality | Rabbi Ari Sollish

Torah Studies 5785
Class 4: Parshas Chayei Sarah
What Do You Love about Israel?
It’s More than Falafel and the IDF
With Rabbi Ari Sollish
Recorded live at The Torah Center ATL on Tuesday, November 19, 2024

Polls show Jews worldwide love the Holy Land, but what makes it so special? A close analysis of Rashi’s comments on Abraham’s conversation with his butler reveals a critical, often overlooked idea about the love for Israel.

Torah Studies 5785 - 4 - Chayei Sarah: What Do You Love about Israel? | Rabbi Ari Sollish

Torah Studies 5785
Class 5: Parshas Toldot
It’s Not So Good to Be a Goodie-Goodie
The Beauty of ‘The Struggle’
With Rabbi Ari Sollish
Recorded live at The Torah Center ATL on Tuesday, November 26, 2024

Would you choose to be free of all negative temptation? A close study of two sets of twins in Genesis—Jacob and Esau, along with Peretz and Zerach—argues that the answer should be "No!" Discover the value of struggling against temptation.

Torah Studies 5785 - 5 - Toldot: It’s Not So Good to Be a Goodie-Goodie | Rabbi Ari Sollish

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