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Shabbos Malkesa

Rabbi Ari Klapper

Transform your Shabbos from routine observance to divine encounter. Rabbi Ari Klapper explores mystical and philosophical teachings about Shabbos as the weekly manifestation of Hashem"s kingship. Deep dive into Gemora analysis, Kabbalistic concepts, and practical spirituality. Learn what Shabbos is supposed to be and how to truly feel the Shechina. Graduate-level spiritual development for serious practitioners seeking authentic connection.

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Ep. 34 - Recharging our True Batteries

Shabbos Malkesa ·

2025/03/20

What Really Recharges You?We talk about "recharging our batteries" all the time—but what does that really mean? Is it just getting more sleep, taking a break, or disconnecting from work? If so, why does Shabbos Menucha feel different than any other kind of rest?Shabbos isn’t just a day off—it’s a return to our true power source. Rabbi Klapper unpacks the deep connection between Menucha and Ruchniyus, showing how stepping away from Gashmiyus isn’t just about stopping work—it’s about

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Ep. 33 - What is Menucha?

Shabbos Malkesa ·

2025/03/13

Are You Really Resting on Shabbos?When we think of Menucha, we imagine a nap, a break from work, or finally slowing down. But is that what Shabbos rest really means? If so, why does the tefillah of Atah Echad speak of Menucha as something deeper—Menuchas Ahava, Menuchas Emes Ve’emuna?This episode challenges everything we assume about Menucha. True rest isn’t about stopping work—it’s about reconnecting to the source of life. When we exhaust ourselves in physicality, we become disconnected from our

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Ep. 32 - Welcoming in Shabbos

Shabbos Malkesa ·

2025/03/06

We don’t welcome Pesach. We don’t welcome Tefillin. So why do we welcome Shabbos? Why do we sing to it, escort it, and refer to it as a guest? What makes Shabbos so fundamentally different from any other mitzvah?Shabbos isn’t just a mitzvah—it’s an encounter with the Shechina. Rabbi Klapper unpacks the depth behind Kabbalas Shabbos, showing how it mirrors Matan Torah, where Klal Yisrael insisted, “We want to see our King!” Just like at Har Sinai, where we had to prepare, dress properly, and stand

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Ep. 31 - Erev Shabbos Nap

Shabbos Malkesa ·

2025/02/27

The Secret to a True ShabbosIf Shabbos is a time of unparalleled Kedusha, why do so many people feel disconnected when it finally arrives? You’ve set the table, the candles are ready, the food is prepared—but is that enough? The answer lies not just in what we do before Shabbos, but in how we prepare ourselves to truly receive it.In this episode, Rabbi Klapper unpacks the deep significance of Erev Shabbos preparations—not just as physical tasks, but as a spiritual avodah. Unlike other mitzvos, where

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Ep. 30 - Importance of Preparing for Shabbos

Shabbos Malkesa ·

2025/02/20

Why does the Torah emphasize preparing for Shabbos when Shabbos itself is a gift?In this episode, Rabbi Klapper uncovers the profound significance of Erev Shabbos preparations, teaching us how the effort we invest before Shabbos shapes our connection to its Kedusha. Drawing from classic Torah sources, we’ll explore the deeper meaning behind “Mi she’meichin b’Erev Shabbos, yochal b’Shabbos,” showing how our physical and spiritual preparations pave the way to experiencing Shabbos as a taste of Olam

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Trailer S2 Shemiras Einayim

Shabbos Malkesa ·

2025/02/18

COMING SOON: The battle for your eyes is real. The power to choose is yours.https://realjudaism.org/ShemirasEinayimShemiras Einayim with Rabbi Ari Klapper returns for Series 2 – diving deeper than ever into the raw challenges of guarding your eyes in today's digital age. No apologetics. No judgment. Just honest, practical wisdom for real-life struggles.From smartphones to street encounters. From internal battles to external pressures. We're tackling the questions you're afraid to ask and

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Ep. 29 - Accept the Gift

Shabbos Malkesa ·

2025/02/13

If Shabbos is a gift from Hashem, do we really need to do anything—or should we just sit back and receive it?Shabbos is unlike any other day. While Yom Tov’s holiness comes from our mitzvos—our ability to bring down kedusha through action—Shabbos is entirely different. The kedusha of Shabbos comes directly from Hashem. It exists whether or not we recognize it. So what, then, is our role? Do we simply stand by, passive observers of Hashem’s great gift? In this episode, Rabbi Klapper explores the

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Ep. 28 - The Holiness of Shabbos

Shabbos Malkesa ·

2025/02/08

What if holiness wasn’t something you had to create—but something that simply arrived, overwhelming everything in its path?Every Yom Tov, every kedusha we experience throughout the year, is something we bring into the world through our actions. Eating matzah on Pesach, sitting in a sukkah, hearing the shofar—each mitzvah brings down the kedusha of the day. But Shabbos is entirely different. Shabbos is not something we make holy—it is holiness itself. It doesn’t wait for us to sanctify it; it simply

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Ep. 27 - Build up the Connection

Shabbos Malkesa ·

2025/01/30

How do you make a meaningful request to someone you barely know?Shabbos is a time when Hashem invites us into His home—a day to strengthen our connection with the Creator. Yet, instead of asking for our personal needs during Shabbos Tefillos, we focus on praising Hashem and recognizing His greatness. Why is that? Rabbi Klapper shares a fascinating insight into the deeper purpose of Shabbos prayers, using the analogy of a fundraiser who builds a friendship before making a request. Through compelling

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Ep. 26 - Power of Prayer to Change the World

Shabbos Malkesa ·

2025/01/23

Why don’t we ask for personal needs in the Shabbos Tefillos—when it’s the most powerful day to change our fate?Tefillah is rooted in the belief that Hashem can change the unchangeable. Yet, on Shabbos, when we stand at the pinnacle of divine connection, we don’t make requests for health, parnassah, or personal salvation. Why is that? Rabbi Klapper takes us on a deep dive into the essence of Tefillah and its relationship to Shabbos. We’ll explore how Tefillah affirms our belief in Yesh

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Ep. 25 - Connection of Love

Shabbos Malkesa ·

2025/01/16

What if you received the most precious gift… and had no idea how to use it?Shabbos is more than just halachos and dinim—it’s a bris ahava, a covenant of love between Hashem and Klal Yisrael. But like any gift, its true value is only felt when we recognize what it means. Rabbi Klapper explores the deep symbolism behind Shabbos, showing how it’s not just about keeping rules but about embracing a relationship. Through stories of Avraham Avinu, Nimrod, and the unique connection of Shabbos as a private

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Ep. 24 - Connecting to Hashem with Our Body

Shabbos Malkesa ·

2025/01/09

Why does Shabbos remain an exclusive treasure, gifted solely to Klal Yisrael? From the river Sambation to the cosmic secrets of Yesh Me’ayin, this episode unravels how Shabbos serves as more than a commemoration of creation—it is a covenant, a profound sign of love between Hashem and His chosen people. Rabbi Klapper explores the dual dimensions of Shabbos: its universal sanctity embedded in creation and its intimate role as a unique gift for Klal Yisrael. With sharp analysis and warmth, he builds a

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Ep. 23 - Shabbos, The Foundation of Belief

Shabbos Malkesa ·

2025/01/02

What makes Shabbos so unique?Shabbos is more than a day of rest—it’s a declaration of trust in Hashem’s creation. But why is refraining from work such a profound statement? And how does it connect us to the very essence of the world’s beginning? Rabbi Klapper delves into these questions, revealing the spiritual depth of Shabbos as a day that transcends the natural order. This episode explores the profound message of being mevatel the world through rest, highlighting the contrast between a Jew’s

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Ep. 22 - Trusting Hashem in a World of Work

Shabbos Malkesa ·

2024/12/26

This week, we uncover the profound message of Shabbos as a day of complete surrender to Hashem’s control. What does it mean to truly rest—not just physically, but with full trust that Hashem runs the world? Why is resting on Shabbos the ultimate declaration of Emunah and connection to the Creator? In this episode, we explore the insights of the Sefer Shabbos Malchusa, revealing how the act of stepping back from work on Shabbos is a proclamation of faith that everything is in Hashem’s hands. Through

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Ep. 21 - The Art of Trusting Hashem

Shabbos Malkesa ·

2024/12/19

This week, we explore the extraordinary relationship between Emunah and Shabbos. How can we strengthen our Emunah in a world filled with distractions? What does it mean to trust Hashem fully, not just with our minds but with our actions? Through the profound teachings of the Sefer Shabbos Malchusa, we uncover how Shabbos is a weekly opportunity to stop, reflect, and acknowledge Hashem as the source of everything. Using vivid examples, like the unmatched harmony of nature and the mystery of the

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Ep. 20 The Power of Teshuva

Shabbos Malkesa ·

2024/12/12

This week, we'll delve deeper into the profound mechanics of how Hashem's justice operates in our world. Have you ever contemplated why certain actions seem to persist against His will, only to be dramatically reversed later? Through a fascinating analysis of the concept of retroactive undoing, we'll discover how both divine judgment and teshuva don't merely correct or compensate - they can actually rewrite spiritual reality itself. Join us as Rabbi Klapper unveils the deeper dimensions of how

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