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Connected: Prayer with Purpose - Rabbi Eliyahu Farhi

Rabbi Eliyahu Farhi

Rabbi Eliyahu Farhi helps you rediscover tefillah as something alive, relevant, and personal. Each short episode breaks down the meaning behind the words we say every day—giving you clarity, context, and kavana. Hashem gave us the jackpot: a meeting with Him—three times a day. The One who writes every check, heals every wound, and opens every door. And yet…we rush through it. Distracted. Disconnected. Taking it for granted. This class helps you appreciate the privilege. To slow down. To actually

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Ep. 72. Yisa Hashem Panav Elecha – Peace Is the...

Connected: Prayer with Purpose - Rabbi Eliyahu Farhi ·

2026/03/27

In this episode, Rabbi Eliyahu Farhi concludes the Birkat Kohanim with “Yisa Hashem Panav Elecha Ve’Yasem Lecha Shalom.” What does it mean for Hashem to “raise His face” toward us and why is peace the final and ultimate blessing? This class explains that beyond blessing, success, and even favor in the eyes of others, everything depends on one critical factor: shalom. Without peace, no blessing can last or be enjoyed.

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00:07:05

Ep. 71 Ya’er Hashem Panav Elecha – Hashem’s Presence...

Connected: Prayer with Purpose - Rabbi Eliyahu Farhi ·

2026/03/20

In this episode, Rabbi Eliyahu Farhi explores the meaning of “Ya’er Hashem Panav Elecha” that Hashem should shine the light of His face upon you. What does it mean for Hashem’s “face” to shine toward a person? This class reveals that it’s not just about blessing, but about feeling seen. When someone turns their face toward you, gives you their full attention, and lights up in your presence, you feel valued and acknowledged. Similarly, when Hashem “shines His face,” it means experiencing His

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Ep. 70 Ye’Varechecha Ve’Yishmerecha – Receiving and...

Connected: Prayer with Purpose - Rabbi Eliyahu Farhi ·

2026/03/19

In this episode, Rabbi Eliyahu Farhi begins exploring Birkat Kohanim, the priestly blessings, starting with the words “Ye’Varechecha Hashem Ve’Yishmerecha.” Why do we ask not only for blessing, but also for protection? This class reveals a deeper truth: receiving blessing is only half the equation. A person can be given abundance, success, or opportunity, but without the capacity to hold, appreciate, and protect it, that blessing can be lost.

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Ep. 69. Noten HaTorah – Receiving the Torah Every...

Connected: Prayer with Purpose - Rabbi Eliyahu Farhi ·

2026/03/18

In this episode, Rabbi Eliyahu Farhi explores a powerful nuance in the blessing: we don’t just say Hashem gave the Torah, we say Noten HaTorah, that He is continuously giving it. What’s the difference between a one-time event at Sinai and an ongoing, present-day experience? Rabbi Farhi explains that just as Hashem constantly renews creation, He also continuously gives the Torah in every moment. The challenge is not access to Torah, but keeping it fresh.

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Ep. 68 Asher Bachar Banu– The Gift of Torah and a...

Connected: Prayer with Purpose - Rabbi Eliyahu Farhi ·

2026/03/17

In this episode, Rabbi Eliyahu Farhi explores the blessing “Asher Bachar Banu Mikol Ha’amim Ve’Natan Lanu Et Torah'to.” What does it really mean that Hashem chose the Jewish people and gave them the Torah? Through the famous teaching that Hashem offered the Torah to every nation before Israel accepted it, Rabbi Farhi explains that the Torah is not only wisdom, it is a way of life filled with meaning, direction, and purpose. Hashem saw in the Jewish people a unique dedication and stubborn

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Ep. 67. Ha’Melamed Torah Le’Amo Yisrael – When Hashem...

Connected: Prayer with Purpose - Rabbi Eliyahu Farhi ·

2026/03/16

In this episode, Rabbi Eliyahu Farhi explains the deeper meaning of the blessing “Ha’Melamed Torah Le’Amo Yisrael.” If we usually learn Torah from rabbis, books, or our own study, what does it mean that Hashem teaches Torah to His people? This class reveals that every moment of true understanding in Torah is a gift from Hashem. When a difficult Rashi suddenly becomes clear, when insight appears unexpectedly while teaching or learning, or when clarity arrives after struggling with a concept, it is

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00:05:49

Ep. 66. Ve’Harev Na (Lomdei Torah) – Serving Hashem...

Connected: Prayer with Purpose - Rabbi Eliyahu Farhi ·

2026/02/19

In this episode, Rabbi Eliyahu Farhi explores what it truly means to learn Torah lishmah—for its own sake. Is a mitzvah about how it makes us feel, or about fulfilling Hashem’s will? This class clarifies the difference between serving Hashem because we agree with him and serving Hashem simply because He commanded it.

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Ep. 65. Ve’Harev Na (Continued) – We are Hashems...

Connected: Prayer with Purpose - Rabbi Eliyahu Farhi ·

2026/01/13

In this episode, Rabbi Eliyahu Farhi explores what it truly means for us, our children, and our grandchildren to “know Hashem’s name.” Going far beyond a label, Shem Hashem represents God’s reputation in the world—and we are His ambassadors. This class reveals how our behavior, integrity, and way of life either elevate or diminish that name, and how truly knowing Hashem means living in alignment with His Torah, values, and presence in every part of life.

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Ep. 64. Ve’Harev Na – What You Enjoy Is What You Become

Connected: Prayer with Purpose - Rabbi Eliyahu Farhi ·

2026/01/08

In this episode, Rabbi Eliyahu Farhi deepens the discussion of Ve’Harev Na, exploring how enjoyment shapes attention, energy, and ultimately identity. He explains that what we find sweet is what we naturally pursue—and what we pursue consistently is what forms who we are. Through practical examples, this class reveals why we ask Hashem to make Torah enjoyable, how excitement drives focus and growth, and how even small daily choices compound into a lifetime.

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Ep. 63. Ve’Harev Na – The Sweetness of Torah

Connected: Prayer with Purpose - Rabbi Eliyahu Farhi ·

2026/01/02

In this episode, Rabbi Eliyahu Farhi explores the blessing Ve’Harev Na, where we ask Hashem to make the words of Torah sweet and enjoyable in our mouths and in the mouths of our children and future generations. The Rabbi explains why spiritual growth depends not only on discipline, but on joy and sweetness, and how Torah that is experienced as meaningful and pleasurable becomes the foundation for a lasting connection to Hashem.

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00:07:37

Ep. 62. Ve’Tzivanu Al Divrei Torah – Power of Torah...

Connected: Prayer with Purpose - Rabbi Eliyahu Farhi ·

2025/12/30

In this episode, Rabbi Eliyahu Farhi explores the tefillah Ve’Tzivanu Al Divrei Torah. He explains how Torah is not merely a subject of study, but a way of life that elevates, separates, and sanctifies you. From the spiritual consequences of treating Torah as “just another discipline,” to the inherent power of Torah learning to ignite the soul even without full understanding, this class reframes why beginning the day with Torah fundamentally transforms who we are and how we live.

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Ep. 61. Tatzileinu Me’Dina Shel Gehinnom – When...

Connected: Prayer with Purpose - Rabbi Eliyahu Farhi ·

2025/12/24

In this episode, Rabbi Eliyahu Farhi explores the tefillah Tatzileinu Me’Dina Shel Gehinnom—asking Hashem to save us from the judgment of Gehinnom. Drawing on the teachings of Rabbi Dessler, he reframes Gehinnom not as eternal punishment, but as a profound act of Divine kindness: a temporary, painful process that cleanses the soul and restores closeness to Hashem. Through vivid metaphors and deep perspective, this class challenges common misconceptions and reveals how even Divine judgment is

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Ep. 60. Tatzileinu Me’Din Ka’she – Clarity Before...

Connected: Prayer with Purpose - Rabbi Eliyahu Farhi ·

2025/12/23

In this episode, Rabbi Eliyahu Farhi explores the tefillah Tatzileinu Me’Din Ka’she—asking Hashem to protect us from harsh judgments and destructive legal conflicts. From being sued to choosing whether to pursue legal action ourselves, Rabbi Farhi unpacks how quickly “simple” disputes can spiral into emotional, financial, and spiritual turmoil. The focus of this prayer is not only protection, but wisdom: knowing when to act, when to walk away, and how to avoid entering battles that were never meant

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Ep. 59 Tatzileinu Me’Mita Meshuna – Finding Hashem in...

Connected: Prayer with Purpose - Rabbi Eliyahu Farhi ·

2025/12/17

In this episode, Rabbi Eliyahu Farhi explores the tefillah Tatzileinu Me’Mita Meshuna—asking Hashem to save us from sudden, unnatural, or inexplicable harm. From rare illnesses to shocking accidents, this prayer confronts the moments that feel random and destabilizing. Rabbi Farhi explains why the tefillah is intentionally specific: to train us to recognize that even the most unusual events are not outside Hashem’s involvement, and to deepen our awareness that Hashems guidance extends into every

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Ep. 58. Tatzileinu Me’Malshinut... – Words That Damage

Connected: Prayer with Purpose - Rabbi Eliyahu Farhi ·

2025/12/16

In this episode, Rabbi Eliyahu Farhi explores the tefillah Tatzileinu Me’Malshinut—asking Hashem to protect us from informers, slander, false testimony, and baseless hatred. Whether it’s business disputes, legal challenges, rumors, or anonymous hostility, these threats often come through words rather than actions. This prayer trains us to recognize our vulnerability, acknowledge Hashem’s constant protection, and respond with emunah when challenges do arise—seeing them not as random attacks, but as

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Ep. 57. Me’Ayin Ha’ra, Me’Lashon Ha’ra – When...

Connected: Prayer with Purpose - Rabbi Eliyahu Farhi ·

2025/12/05

In this episode, Rabbi Eliyahu Farhi explores the tefillah of “Me’Ayin Ha’ra, Me’Lashon Ha’ra”, uncovering how envy and negative speech stem from the spiritual misunderstanding and belief that someone else’s blessing diminishes our own. This class reframes jealousy, comparison, and gossip into opportunities for emunah—reminding us that no one can ever take what was meant for us, and that when we put out good, good comes back.

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Ep. 56. Pegah Ra – Saved From Dangers

Connected: Prayer with Purpose - Rabbi Eliyahu Farhi ·

2025/12/04

In this episode, Rabbi Eliyahu Farhi explores "Pegah Ra" asking Hashem to save us from harm — not just the accidents we experience, but the countless disasters we never even knew were heading our way. The quiet miracles of daily life, the near-misses we never notice, the traps we step into unknowingly, and the ways Hashem pulls our feet out before we even sense the danger. This powerful tefillah teaches us to recognize Hashem’s constant protection, to feel gratitude for what didn’t happen,

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Ep. 55. Me’Shachen Ra – Your Neighbor Shapes Your Life

Connected: Prayer with Purpose - Rabbi Eliyahu Farhi ·

2025/12/03

In this class Rabbi Eliyahu Farhi discusses "Me’Shachen Ra", the tefillah asking Hashem to save us from a bad neighbor. A neighbor isn’t just someone who lives next door — they become part of your daily environment, your values, your lifestyle, and even your inner world. From Brooklyn driveway wars to spiritual influence, from social pressure to lifestyle creep — this episode uncovers how profoundly neighbors shape us, and why we pray daily for protection.

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Ep. 54. Tatzileinu Me’chaver Ra – When the Wrong...

Connected: Prayer with Purpose - Rabbi Eliyahu Farhi ·

2025/11/26

In this episode Rabbi Eliyahu Farhi explore the tefillah “Tatzileinu Me’chaver Ra” — asking Hashem to save us from the wrong friendships, the relationships that quietly pull us down, limit our potential, or cloud our judgment. From Yaakov navigating life alone, to modern examples of friendships that cap our spiritual, emotional, or business growth — this class brings a powerful reminder: You don’t always see the danger when you’re close to it. So we ask Hashem for clarity, protection, and the

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Ep. 53. Tatzileinu Me’Yetzer Ha’ra – The Battle You...

Connected: Prayer with Purpose - Rabbi Eliyahu Farhi ·

2025/11/25

In this episode Rabbi Eliyahu Farhi discusses that we often assume that beating the Yetzer Ha’ra is our job — our strength, our discipline, our willpower. But Chazal teaches the Yetzer Ha’ra grows stronger every day, and without Hashem’s help, we simply cannot defeat it. The moment we acknowledge, “Hashem, I can’t win this without You,” is the moment real strength begins.

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