With G-d at her side, Gitty Zee is unstoppable. Even spina bifida and blindness have not stopped her from living life to the fullest and empowering others to do the same.

The Theory of Planting: When a small investment yields a quantum gain

The month of Elul is a time of introspection and preparation for the Days of Awe. In an address to children, the Rebbe teaches how we can all infuse these days with greater meaning.

A taste of Shazak Parsha, where the weekly Torah portion comes alive! Geared for kids... Great for adults!

Here's the complex truth: although the physical Temple was destroyed, its spiritual structure lives on. Every element of that sacred building exists as a blueprint within you, waiting to be activated. From the altar that teaches us about our service to G-d, to the menorah that represents our unique light, to the holy ark that reminds us of our unshakeable core - this final lesson maps your personal temple and shows you how to live from that sacred center, until the building of the third everlasting temple when the physical and spiritual will once again unite in perfect harmony.

Sarah and Avi find a letter “mem,” and help him find a mitzvah that starts with the letter “mem.”

Experience the miraculous exodus of the Jewish people out of the mighty Egyptian empire—in a unique, fun-filled (and educational) style!

There is a mitzvah to protect one's own body (Deuteronomy 4:9). How far does this obligation go? Does it prohibit us from partaking in dangerous activities? What about cosmetic surgery?

Itche, Jono, and all of their friends act out different ways of giving charity.

Study the daily lesson of Sefer HaMitzvos for day 174 with Rabbi Mendel Kaplan, where he teaches the mitzvah in-depth with added insight and detail.

Jerusalem belongs to the holy geography of the Land of Israel. Jerusalem is also to be found outside the Land of Israel, outside geography.

Rabbi Tzvi Freeman provides a first entry into authentic and practical Jewish meditation. Taking us step by step through the words of the first morning prayer, providing imagery and concepts for mindful focus.

Eli and Ezzy wonder what life would be like if they were still slaves in Egypt.

A virtuous heroine. A wicked villain. It’s the ancient, true story of Queen Esther, brought vividly to life in a delightfully educational way.

Experience the story of Chanukah as it comes alive in this real life presentation. This production from the Jewish Children’s Museum was performed live on Chanukah in 2006.

Feel the rhythm…hear the beat….and let your spirit get you jumping on your feet! Get ready to sing, dance and exercise together with Mendy and his friends in this exhilarating animated workout video for the whole family.

Feel the rhythm…hear the beat….and let your spirit get you jumping on your feet! Get ready to sing, dance and exercise together with Mendy and his friends in this exhilarating animated workout video for the whole family.

Judaism teaches us to be optimistic and positive, to highlight what we have rather than what is lacking. But here’s one time when this attitude is absolutely destructive.

Three artists are invited to compete by creating a masterpiece to decorate a wall in the king's palace. One artist tries to win the competition without doing any work at all — but the wise king isn’t fooled and teaches him a lesson in honesty and fairness. (Based on the Talmud, Megillah, p.6b)

Take an exciting trip back in time to the court of King Ahasuerus and his beautiful Jewish wife Queen Esther as you watch the dramatic story of the Jewish victory over Persian persecution. (Please be advised this video may be too graphic for younger kids.)

This class covers the growth of the Chasidic movement as well as those who opposed it (the Mitnagdim). At the end of the class, we discuss the beginnings of the Haskalah or "Enlightenment" which drew many Jews away from observance.

A taste of Shazak Parsha, where the weekly Torah portion comes alive! Geared for kids... Great for adults!

Itche, Jono, and all of their friends act out different ways of giving charity.

Judaism teaches us to be optimistic and positive, to highlight what we have rather than what is lacking. But here’s one time when this attitude is absolutely destructive.

When giving charity, clearly one should give wholeheartedly and pleasantly. But how critical to the mitzvah of tzedakah is the manner in which it is given? Maimonides and Rashi offer differing views. This class analyzes their positions and reveals the essence of charity. (Likutei Sichos vol. 34, Sicha 2)

There is a specific commandment to "rejoice on your Holidays." How does one get into the joyful holiday spirit?

There is comfort that comes from above, and comfort that comes from each person’s own heart. Each has a distinct advantage. Is there a way to have both?

Study some of the highlights of the weekly Torah portion with insights from various commentaries.

The parshah of Re’eh contains 126 verses, and the mnemonic for it is the word Peliyah (wondrous). Explore the coded message in this Masoretic note and its connection to the general themes of the Parshah.

Is our relationship with the Torah in the form of seeing or listening?

Only if amibition is accompanied by integrity are we assured against deception.

A stick man has a decision to make.

Jerusalem belongs to the holy geography of the Land of Israel. Jerusalem is also to be found outside the Land of Israel, outside geography.

In relationship and commitments, things that used to be exciting and come easy, after time become burdensome and difficult. A nuance in the Torah related to tithing offers insight.

We’re inspired by ambitious people. But ambition that isn’t backed by strong values can be dangerous.

It is so common for people to feel insignificant. As one of 7 billion, does my choice have any impact? Does it make any difference? Moses addressed this issue over 3,300 years ago.

The paradox of this world is illuminated in the mitzvah of Sukkah.

In verse 12:17, the Torah says: "You cannot eat within your cities the tithe of your grain...or any of your vows that you will vow..." Rashi clarifies that it does not mean "you cannot" but rather "you are not allowed to." What is the difference between being able and being allowed to do something?

What is the purpose and function of prophecy, and could there be prophets today? Understanding the mitzvah to listen to Torah true prophets and the significance of prophesy.

Rashi analyzes various occasions where the Torah says “You may not”, comparing when this implies a prohibition. We learn a fundamental philosophical insight into Torah law along the way.

When the Torah instructs us to give charity, it uses very specific words, to convey a profound message on what giving is all about.

Does G-d ever dish out bad things?

Is the Beis HaMikdash holy because Hashem chose to make it holy, or do we add any value?

The Rambam calls the laws of the Holy Temple, Hilchos Beis HeBechira, which means the laws of the chosen home. This teaches us something significant about the nature of the Beis HaMikdash, in contrast to the Mishkan in Shiloh.

Does the Torah expect us to give severance gifts to employees when they leave? How much wisdom is a teacher required to share with a student? All of this can be derived from the mitzvah to gift one’s servant when they are freed.

Blessings for success in the practice of law. Every Jew has to prepare their case at this time to be presented before the Heavenly Court on Rosh Hashanah.

On Rosh Hashanah, we are reminded of the Jewish mother’s dedication and self-sacrifice in fostering our nation’s deep commitment to G‑d.

A deeper look into the meanings and customs of Rosh Hashanah, the Jewish New Year: From crowning G-d as our king to blowing the Shofar and dipping apple into honey.

If you had one wish to be granted by G‑d ... what would it be?

Watch these inspiring Rosh Hashanah and High Holidays videos and learn its traditions and meaning

That first day of school, your first job interview, your first day in your own home, the first day of the rest of your life...

What parent can resist the desperate cries of his or her child? The call of the shofar is our raw guttural cry to our Father in Heaven.

The meaning and symbolism behind the shape of the ram’s horn sounded on Rosh Hashanah.

How the simple sound of the ram’s horn on Rosh Hashanah represents a Jew’s heartfelt cry to G‑d.

What is the purpose of the Ten Days of Repentance? Is it a time of solemn introspection or a time of rejoicing? Guest Expert: Rabbi Manis Friedman. (From “Messages”—Season 4, Episode 25)

Understand the meaning and the structure of the Rosh Hashanah prayer services and "why we do what we do."

Rabbi Itche Kadoozy attempts to deliver a Rosh Hashanah message. 255 times.

Just a regular, run-of-the-mill Itche Kadoozy video about the meaning of Rosh Hashannah. Except with lots of bee jokes. Don't worry, we made the video and it still doesn't quite make sense to us.

How to prepare mentally and emotionally for Rosh Hashannah as the 48-hour period on which we connect to our "higher self" by crowning G-d as King.

Rosh Hashanah is not just the start of a new calendar year; it is the renewal of G‑d’s interest in our world that comes as a result of our accepting Him as King.

The Divine attribute of Malchut (Kingship) is described as the bridge between G-d's infinity and His presence within finite creation.

From the story of the prophetess Chanah, we learn the proper way to approach G‑d and express our needs. (A text-based discussion of the first chapter of Samuel I.)

Study the daily lesson of Sefer HaMitzvos for day 52 with Rabbi Mendel Kaplan, where he teaches the mitzvah in-depth with added insight and detail.

The prophet Isaiah declares: “Seek G‑d when He can be found, call to Him when He is near.” The Talmud explains: “This refers to the Ten Days of Repentance between Rosh Hashanah and Yom Kippur.”

This series examines three major themes of the days of Rosh Hashanah and Yom Kippur: 1) the coronation of G-d, 2) a time of judgment, and 3) a time for repentance.

Rosh Hashanah as the yearly coronation of G-d as king. First in a 3-part series about the High Holidays.

Rosh Hashanah as the yearly Day of Judgment. Second in a 3-part series about the High Holidays.

Rosh Hashanah, Yom Kippur, and the ten days in between are a time of "teshuvah" (returning to G-d.) Third in a 3-part series about the High Holidays.

G‑d is on the campaign trail to be crowned as King of the Universe again this year, and He wants your vote.

Joey and his pals find themselves stranded underwater just as Rosh Hashanah is about to begin!

Several times a year, the Rebbe would write a "michtav klali", a public letter addressed to "all sons and daughters of Israel wherever they may be." In this lecture, we review one of those letters, a Rosh Hashanah message from 1974

Rosh Hashanah is like brain surgery. Every little action can have an enormous impact.

The holiday of Rosh Hashanah marks the New Year, a time of renewal and change; yet the beginning of the yearly cycle also contains the polar theme of steadfast resolve and continuity.

On Rosh Hashana we read in the Haftorah about the birth of the prophet Samuel. Childless for many years, one year on Rosh Hashana, his mother Chana offered a prayer that elicited the Divine blessing resulting in his birth. The Talmud states that Chana's prayer is the model which all prayer aught emulate. This class will explain how to access the awesome power of prayer any time and especially on Rosh Hashana. (Likutei Sichos vol. 29, p.182)

Discover the layers of meaning in blowing the shofar on Rosh Hashanah, and how it elicits within G-d great pleasure.

A deeper look at the many reasons enumerated in the teachings of the Sages for shofar, and the underlying theme it conveys.

The child of a Muslim father and Jewish mother, Yosef embraced his Jewish heritage and made the Torah his guiding light.

A Mystical View of Rosh Hashanah: Why we need to arouse G-d’s desire to continue His creation project

When the Torah says you're "unable", but means you're "forbidden" to do something—understanding Rashi’s interpretation.

The Rambam details how the area of the Beis Hamikdash was not flat; rather it was built on the elevation of the mountain, consisting of different levels of elevation (unlike the Mishkan, which was one flat level). This speaks to the heart of what it’s all

By Rabbi Naftali Rotenstreich

Is our relationship with the Torah in the form of seeing or listening?

The three mitzvahs of tefillin, tzitzis and mezuzah are designed to constantly remind us of our connection to Hashem. Yet the Rambam singles out mezuzah—discover how your mezuzah changes your life.

Are the head and arm tefillin one mitzvah or are they two separate mitzvahs? The text is nuanced— pointing to two different perspectives on the mind/heart interplay.

Join Rabbi Levi Shmotkin, author of Letters for Life, as he responds to your questions in a conversation moderated by Rabbi Eliezer Zalmanov.

Explore three degrees of appreciating Divine unity.

The Ten Commandments first appear in the book of Exodus, and later it’s repeated by Moses in the book of Deuteronomy with nuances. Discover the meaning behind the variations.

How can Hashem destroy the Beis Hamikdash? Discover how destruction can in fact be building and how exile in essence is Redemption.

What is the secret to security? What does it take to overcome your enemy? Learn that when we are united, nobody can harm us and nothing can stop us.

The names of the five books of the Torah point to five possible stages in life, culminating in the roadmap for a life worth living.

Every step of our past is by divine design for where we need to go in the present.

The 12th-century Haggadah at Corpus Christi College:

What does it take to go from a shy yeshiva student from a small town in Italy… to the Chief Rabbi of Russia, rebuilding Jewish life from the ruins of communism? In this powerful talk, Rabbi Berel Lazar shares his personal journey, the Rebbe’s life-alterin