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Dear Rabbi

Menachem Lehrfield

Concise weekly answers to your questions about Judaism. If you are a wondering Jew, visit www.joidenver.com/dearrabbi to submit your own questions.

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3:31

Are Orthodox marriages arranged?

Dear Rabbi ·

2024/11/13

Welcome to Dear Rabbi, where we explore the intricacies of Jewish life!🕍 In this episode, Rabbi Menachem Lehrfield debunks the myth of arranged marriages in Orthodox Judaism. Discover the unique approach of "shidduch dating" and how it differs from modern dating apps. Learn about the emphasis on compatibility, shared values, and meaningful conversations in Jewish courtship. Find out why Orthodox Jews might be talking about the big stuff on their first date!Keep the questions coming! If you have a

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2:17

What's REALLY Behind the Foil

Dear Rabbi ·

2024/11/06

Welcome to Dear Rabbi, where we unwrap the mysteries of Jewish traditions! 🕍 In this episode, Rabbi Menachem Lehrfield reveals the secret behind the foil-covered kitchens during Passover. �matsah Discover why some Jewish families go to great lengths to prepare their homes for this important holiday. Learn about the concept of "chametz" and the various methods of making kitchens kosher for Passover. Whether you choose to cover, kosher, or both - we've got you covered!Keep the questions coming! If

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4:24

Orthodox, Conservative, Reform: Comparing the Main...

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2024/10/30

Welcome to Dear Rabbi, where we explore the diverse landscape of Judaism! 🕍 In this episode, Rabbi Menachem Lehrfield breaks down the main branches of Judaism: Orthodox, Conservative, and Reform.🌿Discover the core beliefs and practices that distinguish these movements. Learn about their historical origins, approaches to Jewish law (Halacha), and interpretations of divine revelation. Gain insights into how each branch views the evolution of Jewish tradition in the modern world. Whether you're

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2:46

Why Orthodox Jews Wear Boxes on Planes

Dear Rabbi ·

2024/10/23

Welcome to Dear Rabbi, where we unravel the mysteries of Jewish practices! 🕍 In this episode, Rabbi Menachem Lehrfield explains the curious "boxes" worn by Orthodox Jewish men during prayer.📦🙏Learn about tefillin, often mistaken for "GoPros" by the uninitiated. Discover the spiritual significance of these prayer accessories, how they're worn, and what they contain. Uncover the symbolism behind binding these boxes to the arm and head during prayer.Whether you're Jewish or simply curious about

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1:36

Can You Be Jewish Without Believing in God?

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2024/10/16

Welcome to Dear Rabbi, where we tackle thought-provoking questions about Jewish identity! 🕍 In this episode, Rabbi Menachem Lehrfield addresses the complex question: Can one be Jewish without believing in God?🤔Explore the multifaceted nature of Jewish identity beyond religious belief. Learn why Judaism is more than just a religion - it's a family, a people, an ethnicity, and a nation. Discover why Jewish identity persists regardless of personal beliefs or practices. Whether you're questioning your

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2:16

Why Do Jews Shake When They Pray?

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2024/10/02

Welcome to Dear Rabbi, where we explore intriguing aspects of Jewish prayer! 🕍 In this episode, Rabbi Menachem Lehrfield explains the curious practice of shaking or swaying during Jewish prayer, known as 'shuckling'.🙏Discover the spiritual and practical reasons behind this distinctive prayer posture. Learn how this meditative movement enhances concentration and deepens the prayer experience. Explore the historical theories about the origin of this practice and understand its role in Jewish worship

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2:50

Why Judaism Doesn’t Actively Seek Converts

Dear Rabbi ·

2024/09/25

Welcome to Dear Rabbi, where we tackle your pressing questions about Judaism! 🕍 In this episode, Rabbi Menachem Lehrfield addresses the intriguing topic of conversion in Judaism.🌟Discover why Judaism doesn't actively pursue converts, unlike some other major religions. Learn about the Jewish perspective on being a good person, the responsibilities that come with joining the Jewish people, and the importance of authentic motivation in conversion. Whether you're considering conversion or simply

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3:20

The Truth About Kosher Eggs: What You Need to Know

Dear Rabbi ·

2024/09/17

Welcome to Dear Rabbi, the podcast where we explore Jewish traditions and practices! 🕍 In this episode, Rabbi Menachem Lehrfield delves into the fascinating world of kosher eggs and commercial baking. 🥚🍰Discover how modern technology meets ancient Jewish law in ensuring the kashrut of mass-produced baked goods. Learn about the process of candling, the concept of bitul (nullification), and why even the tiniest blood spot matters in Jewish dietary laws.Whether you're a culinary enthusiast or simply

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20:04

Israel and Gaza: Light in Dark Times

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2023/10/20

Terrorists murdered 1,400 Jews in cold blood while recording their massacre on their GoPros. Over 200 people were taken hostage, including women, children, babies, and the elderly, some of whom were Holocaust survivors. "Never again" is now.While the Nazis tried to conceal their crimes against humanity, Hamas is live-streaming them.The world's silence is deafening, as some "enlightened" individuals from prestigious institutions are celebrating and supporting terrorism either openly or through their

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2:41

My Dog Ate My Kippa

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2022/04/12

Dear Rabbi, my kelev ate my kippa, does it need to go to Ganiza?

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3:21

God Hidden

Dear Rabbi ·

2022/04/05

Dear Rabbi, why does God want some distance, even when we draw close with broken hearts, in prayer?

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1:52

Next Year in Jerusalem

Dear Rabbi ·

2022/03/29

Dear Rabbi, do Jews who live in Israel say "next year in Jerusalem"?Take a few minutes a week to learn more about Judaism and clear up some misconception with Dear (R)Abbi! You can submit your own questions at https://www.joidenver.com/dearrabbi

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3:38

Milk and Meat

Dear Rabbi ·

2022/03/22

Dear Rabbi, why don't Jews mix milk and meat?Take a few minutes a week to learn more about Judaism and clear up some misconception with Dear (R)Abbi! You can submit your own questions at https://www.joidenver.com/dearrabbi

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4:01

Apartheid

Dear Rabbi ·

2022/03/15

Dear Rabbi, is Israel an apartheid state? Take a few minutes a week to learn more about Judaism and clear up some misconception with Dear (R)Abbi! You can submit your own questions at https://www.joidenver.com/dearrabbi

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2:38

Yerzheit

Dear Rabbi ·

2022/03/08

Dear Rabbi, if a person dies in the Hebrew month of Adar, do we celebrate the yerzheit on the 1st Adar or the 2nd?Take a few minutes a week to learn more about Judaism and clear up some misconception with Dear (R)Abbi! You can submit your own questions at https://www.joidenver.com/dearrabbi

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2:22

Anti Israel

Dear Rabbi ·

2022/03/01

Dear Rabbi, is it anti-Semitic to be anti-Israel?Take a few minutes a week to learn more about Judaism and clear up some misconception with Dear (R)Abbi! You can submit your own questions at https://www.joidenver.com/dearrabbi

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3:06

Mezuzah

Dear Rabbi ·

2022/02/08

Dear Rabbi, is there anything wrong with buying a mezuzah online or in a giftshop?Take a few minutes a week to learn more about Judaism and clear up some misconception with Dear (R)Abbi! You can submit your own questions at https://www.joidenver.com/dearrabbi

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3:43

TuBishvat

Dear Rabbi ·

2022/02/01

Dear Rabbi, I saw an article this week in the USA Today and the article says TuBishvat is celebrated at this time of year because in Israel it is Spring even though in the United States it's the Winter. Since Israel and the United States are in the same hemisphere, wouldn't the seasons be the same?Take a few minutes a week to learn more about Judaism and clear up some misconception with Dear (R)Abbi! You can submit your own questions at https://www.joidenver.com/dearrabbi

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1:33

Tattoos

Dear Rabbi ·

2022/01/25

Dear Rabbi, can a person with a tattoo be buried in a Jewish cemetery? https://www.aish.com/sp/ph/Three-Misconceptions-Jews-Have-About-Judaism.htmlTake a few minutes a week to learn more about Judaism and clear up some misconception with Dear (R)Abbi! You can submit your own questions at https://www.joidenver.com/dearrabbi

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3:03

Adding Mitzvot

Dear Rabbi ·

2022/01/18

Dear Rabbi, in the Torah it states one is prohibited to add or subtract from a mitzvos. How then did the Rabbinic mitzvos come to be?Take a few minutes a week to learn more about Judaism and clear up some misconception with Dear (R)Abbi! You can submit your own questions at https://www.joidenver.com/dearrabbi

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