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THIS WEEK'S TOPICS:
• Chassidus Applied to Yud Dalet Kislev
o Why were the Rebbe’s parents unable to attend his wedding?
o What is the Torah’s position on marrying cousins?
o Why doesn't the Torah give marriage advice?
o Should a husband see himself as his wife’s mashpia?
• Lessons from Yud Tes Kislev and Vayishlach
o Why would heaven be opposed to the Alter Rebbe teaching Chassidus?
o What lessons does the reunion between Jacob and Esau teach us about Yud Tes Kislev?
o Is there a correlation between the campaign to inspire non-Jews about the Seven Noahide
Laws and the birur of Esau in this week’s Parsha?
• Is there a double standard when it comes to discussing Trump and Biden?
• Covid related:
o How can we rely on authorities when it’s possible that the blind are leading the blind?
o What are your thoughts on the recent Covid-related crackdowns targeting religious Jews?
o Now that some Rabbis are beginning to change their opinions regarding lockdowns, would
civil disobedience be allowed according to halacha?
• Is it appropriate for a wealthy person to live a luxurious life?
• Chassidus question: How could Rochel have violated Yaakov’s trust by giving the signs to Leah?
• MyLife 2020 Chassidus Applied Essay and Creative Contest: 7th Place winners:
o Essay English: Window for Words, Moshe Miller, 65, Chicago, IL, Writing, translating, teaching, guiding. Self-employed, Chicago, IL
o Essay Hebrew (men): קולקטיביזם מודרני ואינדיבידואליזם חסידי, Collectivism and Individualism in
the Teachings of the Rebbe, R’ Chaim Luria, Lod, Israel
o Essay Hebrew (women): מחשבה בריאה, Healthy Thought, Mirav Basari, Tzafarya, Israel
o Creative: Me’odecha: A Niggun (music), Moshe Gordon, 19, Brooklyn, NY, Student, Tomchei
Temimim, Morristown
Ep. 378: Should We Support the New Mayor-Elect Eric Adams?
Ep. 377: What Can Couples Experiencing Difficulties Having Children Learn From Yitzchak and Rivkah?
Ep: 376: How Does One Stay Positive That G-d Has a Bashert for Them, After a Long and Trying Dating Process?
Ep. 375: How Much Should One Invest in Lottery Tickets?
Ep. 374: If We Feel Uninspired, Should We Learn From Abraham and Relocate?
Ep. 373: How Do We Maintain Inspiration After the Holidays?
Ep. 372: A Rebbe Never Leaves: What Can We Learn From Yud Gimmel Tishrei About Life After Gimmel Tammuz?
Ep. 371: Is It Acceptable to Ask Forgiveness via Social Media & Other Intriguing Yom Kippur Questions
Ep. 370: What Can We Learn From the Heavy Rains That Fell as We Prepare For Rosh Hashana?
Ep. 369: Is the Return of Taliban Control a Sign of Evil Making One Last Stand Before Moshiach?
Ep. 368: Did the Rebbe Comment on the Crown Heights Riots 30 Years Ago?
Ep. 367: Why Can Only a Man Initiate a Legal Divorce by Writing and Delivering a Get?
Ep. 366: What Can We Do About the Housing Crisis Facing Our Young Couples Today?
Ep. 365: Traveling to Alma Ata: Sentiments About the Rebbe and His Father
Ep. 364: How Should We React to Ben and Jerry’s Boycott of Israel?
Ep. 363: Will Unconditional Love Reverse the Damage Done by Baseless Hate?
Ep. 362: What can You Say to the Families Grieving the Losses of their Loved Ones in Surfside?
Ep. 361: What Can Chassidus Teach Us About July 4th and Independence?
Ep. 360: How Should We React to the Catastrophic Building Collapse in South Florida?
Ep. 359: Would the Rebbe Be Happy With Weddings Being Made Outside of Crown Heights?
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