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Rabbi Yakov Bronsteyn - Parsha Classes

Yakov Bronsteyn

Rabbi Bronsteyn is the West Coast Kashrus Administrator for the world renowned Star-K Kosher Certification. Rabbi Bronsteyn is one of the four "Founding Fathers” of the Phoenix Community Kollel. He was raised in Lawrence, New York. While studying in both the US & Israel, he earned a Bachelors in Economics from Queens College & was ordained at Yeshiva Mercaz Hatorah in Jerusalem. As a well seasoned senior lecturer, he offers popular public classes in the community & other venues in the

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00:54:08

340. Pesach - Kitniyos & Minhag Version 2

Rabbi Yakov Bronsteyn - Parsha Classes ·

2023/03/27

**Throwback Episode** This class was given at Ahavas Torah of Scottsdale on 3/25/09

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00:40:19

339. Vayikra - Torah's Existence Before Existence

Rabbi Yakov Bronsteyn - Parsha Classes ·

2023/03/23

We read the first article in the Lev Eliahu who explains the concept of the Universe’s creation in accordance with the Torah that preceded it. We also add some insights into what was written in the Torah prior to Creation. This class was given in the Phoenix Community Kollel on 2/22/23.

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00:31:33

338. Vayikra - The Sotah & Golden Calf

Rabbi Yakov Bronsteyn - Parsha Classes ·

2023/03/20

**Throwback Episode** Moshe ground up the Golden Calf and mixed it with water. Then he made it compulsory to drink this mixture. This is analogous to the Sotah drinking her water in the Beis Hamikdash. We discuss the lesson of this comparison.

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00:36:49

337. Pekudei - Tabernacle in the Image of Man

Rabbi Yakov Bronsteyn - Parsha Classes ·

2023/03/16

We discuss how the Tabernacle was meant for us to use as an example of how to sanctify ourselves. We read the Nefesh HaChaim and add some novel insights using his perspectives.

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00:38:12

336. Pekudei - Mitzvos & Oneness of the Jewish People

Rabbi Yakov Bronsteyn - Parsha Classes ·

2023/03/13

**Throwback Episode** We read the Ohr Hachaim on various topics. This class was given at the Phoenix Community Kollel on 2/27/11.

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00:49:53

335. Ki Sisa - Danger On Shabbos

Rabbi Yakov Bronsteyn - Parsha Classes ·

2023/03/13

**Throwback Episode**. This class was given at Ahavas Torah Congregation on 3/4/10.

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00:31:39

334. Tetzaveh - Fix Yourself First

Rabbi Yakov Bronsteyn - Parsha Classes ·

2023/03/13

We present an insight by R’ Akiva Sofer into the Parsha which is also relevant to Purim. We relate another insight of the שב שמתתא regarding what it means to be truly alive. This class was given at a private residence on 3/1/23.

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00:08:50

333. Sheva Brachos - Birthday Significance

Rabbi Yakov Bronsteyn - Parsha Classes ·

2023/02/27

We discuss the significance of one’s birthday and the impact that one can have during that time. This speech was given at our house in honor of the Sheva Brachos for the Shoshan’s daughter and son-in-law on 2/19/23.

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00:48:55

332. Ohr HaChaim Truma - Ark & the Beis Hamikdash

Rabbi Yakov Bronsteyn - Parsha Classes ·

2023/02/20

**Throwback Episode** This class was given at the Phoenix Community Kollel 1/30/11

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00:52:52

331. Mishpatim - Me Bear a Grudge? Who said?

Rabbi Yakov Bronsteyn - Parsha Classes ·

2023/02/14

**Throwback Episode** We discuss how it is important for good character to be especially friendly to those that one does not like. This class was given at the Phoenix Community Kollel on 9/1/05.

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00:40:28

330. Yisro - Tanya Introduction Part 1

Rabbi Yakov Bronsteyn - Parsha Classes ·

2023/02/09

We read the introduction of the Tanya discussing why it’s better to learn directly from the teacher rather to read from a book and mention that this idea was part of Moshe’s frustration with the people’s reluctance to hear the Torah directly from Hashem. This class was given at the Phoenix Community Kollel on 2/7/23.

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00:54:38

329. Yisro - Cars, Trains, & The Ailing on Shabbos

Rabbi Yakov Bronsteyn - Parsha Classes ·

2023/02/06

**Throwback Episode** We deal with three Halachic questions regarding getting into various vehicles where one isn’t a driver on Shabbos. This class was given at Ahavas Torah of Scottsdale on 2/4/10.

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00:47:22

328. Beshalach - The Ultimate Medicine

Rabbi Yakov Bronsteyn - Parsha Classes ·

2023/02/02

We discuss the Alter of Kelm’s perspective on lessons learned from difficult situations and how we all are essential good. This class was given at the Phoenix Community Kollel on 2/1/2023.

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00:52:27

327. Beshalach - How To Cut Shabbos Challah

Rabbi Yakov Bronsteyn - Parsha Classes ·

2023/01/30

**Throwback Episode** We discuss how many loaves should one eat, how to cut them, which one to eat first, and when to say the bracha. This class was given at the Phoenix Community Kollel on 2005.

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00:42:35

326. Bo - What Does the Word Teshuva Mean?

Rabbi Yakov Bronsteyn - Parsha Classes ·

2023/01/26

We read the perspective of the Alter of Kelm regarding Teshuva. Where does a person return if they were never there in the first place? This class was given at the Phoenix Community Kollel on 1/25/23.

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01:00:42

325. Bo - Shmura Matzah for the Seder

Rabbi Yakov Bronsteyn - Parsha Classes ·

2023/01/23

**Throwback Episode** We discuss the specific question of whether machine Shmura Matzah can be used for Seder. What is the difference between matzah made by a machine and by hand? What is the difference Seder night and the rest of Pesach? This class was given at the Phoenix Community Kollel on 1/20/10.

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01:00:22

324. Vaeira - Magic Shows in Jewish Law

Rabbi Yakov Bronsteyn - Parsha Classes ·

2023/01/18

**Throwback Episode** We survey the Halachic literature on this topic and suggest the contemporary practice gievn R’ Moshe Feinstein’s position in the matter. This class was given at the Phoenix Community Kollel on 1/13/09

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00:12:39

323. Shemos - The Ultimate Gratitude

Rabbi Yakov Bronsteyn - Parsha Classes ·

2023/01/18

This speech was given at Shearim Torah High School of Arizona at a community Sheva Brachos for our beloved son and daughter-in-law Doniel and Chevy on 1/17/23. We explain what was the special nature of the name Moshe and why was Leah to first to thank Hashem in a unique way.

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00:41:37

322. Vayigash - The Curiosity of Yaakov’s Old Age

Rabbi Yakov Bronsteyn - Parsha Classes ·

2022/12/27

**Throwback Episode** We site a novel source to Shamai’s statement in Pirkei Avos (Chapter 1) that one should greet everyone with a smile. We also discuss that our attitudes largely determine how we feel and our reality.

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00:43:10

321. Chanukah - The Silver Menorah

Rabbi Yakov Bronsteyn - Parsha Classes ·

2022/12/19

**Throwback Episode** We discuss what sorts of materials are best for a Chanukah Menorah. We also discuss the Halachic question of whether using glass inserts automatically renders the entire Menorah to be glass regardless of there material that it’s made of.

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