The Neveh Podcast

Rabbi Fox explores why Pesach uniquely has Yom Tov on both the first and seventh days.

Rabbi Felman analyzes the Torah portion Vayeira, focusing on the grammatical shift from 'Vayera Hashem elav' to 'Vayera elav Hashem.' He explains this reflects Abraham's elevated spiritual status after circumcision.

This episode discusses the spiritual significance of Sferas HaOmer, the 49-day period after Pesach, and explores a question about why the Talmudim of Rabbi Akiva died during this time.

Rabbi Falk discusses the unique nature of the seventh day of Pesach as a Yontif, comparing it to other Jewish holidays like Sukkos and Shmini Yatzeres, and explores its significance in Jewish tradition.

A rabbi explains the significance of using the divine name 'Hamokam' (the place) in the Passover Haggadah, particularly in the section about the four sons, based on insights from Rabbi Yosheber Salveichik's commentary.

Rabbi Felman discusses a historical halachic response from Mahari Asad about the permissibility and quality of machine-made versus hand-made matzah for Passover.

Rabbi Falk explains why the Shabbos before Pesach is called Shabbos HaGadol, focusing on its role in providing spiritual power and influence for the Seder and the year ahead.

This episode explores a subtle linguistic question in the Torah portion Vayeira regarding the word order in phrases describing God's appearance to Abraham, highlighting its theological significance.

This episode explores Rambam's description of Avrohom Ovinu in the context of Pashas Lech Lecha, focusing on his impact on civilization and Jewish thought.

This episode continues a discussion on Shabbos observance, emphasizing the importance of treating Shabbos with care and respect to receive its blessings, and explores a profound question about Adam and the tree from Bereishis.

This episode discusses the transition from Tishrei to Cheshvan, focusing on a piyut by the Arizal and its interpretation in Chassidus and Gemara regarding Shabbos and Yom Tov.

This episode explores the balance between spiritual study (ilm habor) and worldly pursuits (ilm hazer) in Jewish thought, discussing individual differences in needs and the constant test posed by external pressures like Esav.