Jewish Psychology, Philosophy, and Spirituality with Rabbi Nir Menussi
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Moses & Masculinity: Why Jews Are Conflicted About Wielding Power
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Pharoah, the tyrannical male, tried to kill all Jewish males. But Moses was able to rise and confront him with a rectified form of masculinity.Av Nir Menussi
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Judaism's Universal Calling: The 10th of Tevet as You've Never Heard it Before
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The 10th of Tevet symbolizes the collapse of Judaism's universal vision, but it is destined to become a day of joy for all mankind.Av Nir Menussi
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The Hanukkah candles emit both light and warmth, each increasing as the days progress. But what exactly are the darkness and cold that they oppose?Av Nir Menussi
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Where Are You? Introduction to Chassidut (19 Kislev Class)
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19 Kislev is called the New Year's Day of Chassidut. This is a good time to ask what are the Where, When and Who of Chassidut...Av Nir Menussi
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God is in the Details: A Spiritual Reading of a Jacob's Family Saga
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Jacob marries four women and fathers thirteen children. The Torah chronicles this in detail, and the details contain many secrets we can implement in our lives.Av Nir Menussi
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Sabbatai Zevi: How to smell a false messiah
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Four Jewish Dating Tips That Can Change Your Life
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Isaac and Rebbeca are the first Jewish matchmaking couple. Their story can teach us a great deal about dating and relationships.Av Nir Menussi
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Beyond the Gender Binary: The Incredible Untold Story of Abraham & Sarah
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Abraham and Sarah are trying to go beyond the gender binary, to transcend their gender roles. They suceed, but only after accepting their innate differences.Av Nir Menussi
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Things to Learn From Trump Winning the Elections
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The Fourth Revolution: Why the Time Has Come to Share the Torah with the Entire World
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The laws regarding the commandment to learn Torah have undergone three incredible revolutions, and now a fourth one is underway: sharing the Torah with all of mankind...Av Nir Menussi
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"Polyamory is pure narcissism": Noah's Ark, the Flood, and the Birth of Monogamy
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The mysterious story of the raven and the dove that Noah sends symbolizes the inner conflict within men between their polygamous nature and the ideal of monogamy.Av Nir Menussi
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The Mystery Rabbi Everyone Should Know
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Rabbi Usher Freund was a tzaddik who lived in Jerusalem. The stories of and inspired by him, and the life advice he gave people, are nothing short of a spiritual treasure.Av Nir Menussi
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The Inner Conflict Within Israel | with Former Ambassador David Friedman
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A few weeks ago I had the joy and privilege of sitting down with the fascinating David Friedman, former US ambassador to Israel and one of the masterminds behind the Abraham Accords. I hope you enjoy this conversation as much as I have. David Friedman's website: https://www.onejewishstate.net/Av Nir Menussi
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How this year's curses became blessings (and why things will only get better...)
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Every year new Divine light comes into the world, sweetening the previous years’ harsh judgments.Av Nir Menussi
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The spiritual lesson of the Nasrallah assassination
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Every event in our private and public lives invites us to learn a spiritual lesson. The latest amazing achievement by the IDF is no exception...Av Nir Menussi
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Is it ok to rejoice when our enemies die?
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Father, King, Husband: Three ways of thinking about God
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We are accustomed to picturing God as our Father and our King, but He is often also described as our Husband... What do these three metaphors teach us about serving God?Av Nir Menussi
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Someone made an incredible podcast from my essay!
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Check out this amazing podcast someone made from my latest Substack essay. Make sure you listen till the end... Read the original essay: https://nirmenussi.substack.com/p/second-innocence-the-transformativeAv Nir Menussi
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How to preserve your innocence in a harsh and cynical world
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We all lose our innocence. It's inevitable and irrevocable, but we can cultivate a second, mature innocence. Three Biblical figures can guide us in this: Noah, Abraham, and Jacob. Enjoy! JOIN THE WEEKLY CLASS: https://mailchi.mp/bcb28960eed8/weekly-class-subscribeAv Nir Menussi
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Peace through Strength: Why a deal with Hamas should be out of the question
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The tragedy of the 6 executed hostages reignited the advocacy for a deal with Hamas. In this video Rabbi Nir Menussi gives a sobering explanation for why this would be a fatal error. JOIN THE WEEKLY CLASS: https://mailchi.mp/bcb28960eed8/weekly-class-subscribeAv Nir Menussi
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Make Up Your Mind: Kabbalah and the Art of Decision Making
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What can Kabbalah and Chassidut teach us about decision making? It turns out that a great deal. In this class Rabbi Nir Menussi goes over each step of a Kabbalistic/Chassidic decision making model developed by master teacher Rabbi Yitzchak Ginsburgh and explains how it can be utilized. Class given at Chabad Persian Youth synagogue in Los Angeles on…
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Redemption as Dialogue: The inner meaning of the fast of Tisha b’Av
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The destruction of the Temple is rooted in baseless hatred, which begins with not being able to listen to each other. Similarly, redemption begins when we learn to hold dialogue…Av Nir Menussi
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Trans Olympics: What it means for the West?
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The 2024 Olympics opening ceremony including a long segment featuring transgender performers reenacting Christian symbols. What does this teach us about the state of Western culture and where it's heading? JOIN THE WEEKLY CLASS: https://mailchi.mp/bcb28960eed8/weekly-class-subscribeAv Nir Menussi
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We're told that the disciples of Abraham are endowed with positive attributes while those of Balaam are endowed with negative ones. But the Baal Shem Tov explained that in fact, everyone has both the negative and the positive, and the question is how to use them... JOIN THE WEEKLY CLASS: https://mailchi.mp/bcb28960eed8/weekly-class-subscribe…
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Why didn't Moses enter the Promised Land? The answer teaches us an important and timely lesson in the art of leadership and education. JOIN THE WEEKLY CLASS: https://mailchi.mp/bcb28960eed8/weekly-class-subscribe SUPPORT THE CHANNEL: https://www.patreon.com/nirmenussi / http://paypal.me/menussiAv Nir Menussi
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Did you know that there were TWO Eves in the Garden of Eden?
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We all know the story of the creation of Adam and Eve... or do we? Jewish tradition tells of a primordial Eve who preceded the familiar one, and her story changes everything...Av Nir Menussi
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Spiritual Acceleration: Class for Parashat Korach
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When do the natural and the miraculous come together? When nature accelarates and the miracles decelrate. This is how it's done. JOIN THE WEEKLY CLASS: https://mailchi.mp/bcb28960eed8/weekly-class-subscribeAv Nir Menussi
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The worlds of Rav Joseph B. Soloveitchik and Rabbi Yitzchak Ginsburgh come together to give us an in-depth understanding of the current state of Zionism and its future. JOIN THE WEEKLY CLASS: https://mailchi.mp/bcb28960eed8/weekly-class-subscribeAv Nir Menussi
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The new Jew is the Jew who wields political and military power. Is he the fulfillment of Judaism, an aberration of it, or something inbetween? Join the class, sign up for free: https://mailchi.mp/bcb28960eed8/weekly-class-subscribeAv Nir Menussi
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Torah by Moonlight: How Rabbi Shimon Bar Yochai Discovered Kabbalah
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Subtle details in the story of Rabbi Shimon in the cave reveal unknown details about the origins of Jewish mysticism, Kabbalah. JOIN THE WEEKLY CLASS: https://mailchi.mp/bcb28960eed8/weekly-class-subscribe SUPPORT THE CHANNEL: https://www.patreon.com/nirmenussiAv Nir Menussi
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Holy Politics: A Jewish Guide to Bridging the Political Divide
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Is God a liberal or a conservative? Could he both at the same time? Could we? The inner dimension of Torah offers a unique approach to politics, which just might help us bridge the ever-widening divide between us... This class was given in a private home in Los Angeles, March 26 2024. Follow Rabbi Nir: https://linktr.ee/menussi…
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Black Mirror: How Jews Should React to the New Rise of Antisemitism
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Antisemitism is a means of filling a void in the chest of the person espousing it. More interestingly, however, it also reflects a certain void in the heart of the Jew...Av Nir Menussi
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Foreign Fire: Should hallucinogens be used for spiritual or mystical growth (Let the Light In #2)
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Nadav and Avihu were the righteous sons of Aharon the priest, who's only wish was to get close to God. Then why were they consumed by His fire?Av Nir Menussi
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Loving Your Neighbor (Let the Light in #1 | Passover 2024)
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Join the weekly class: https://mailchi.mp/bcb28960eed8/weekly-class-subscribe Follow Rabbi Nir: https://linktr.ee/menussiAv Nir Menussi
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"I Will Fear No Evil...": The AMAZING Secrets of PSALM #23
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Psalm 23 is the most beloved and quoted of all Psalms. But almost no one knows the amazing secrets hidden behind its Hebrew words... // MY UPCOMING USA TEACHING TOUR // March 27-28: Los Angeles, CA March 29-31: Houston, TX April 1-3: Miami, FL April 4-8: New York, NY To book a talk: nirmenussi@gmail.com // KEEP UP TO DATE // One link to rule them a…
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Blessed is the man... Thus opens Psalm #1 and the entire book of Psalms. Beneath its ostensibly simple verses hide deep life lessons which can totally transform the way you read Scripture... // SUPPORT THE CHANNEL // Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/nirmenussi PayPal: http://paypal.me/menussiAv Nir Menussi
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The book of PSALMS as you've NEVER heard it before (introduction to new series)
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Psalms is probably the most beloved, quoted, and referenced book in the world. Its original Hebrew name, "Tehillim", means "lights" -- it embodies the light of the soul's return journey to its Divine source. Join me on a new series of videos which will explore the deeper meaning of the most well known and cherished psalms, the soul of their unique …
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Theopolitics: Why The Next War Will Be Religious
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One of the most surprising results of the October 7th massacre is the West's return to religion, both to Christianity and to Islam. Are we transitioning from the era of geopolitics to an era of theopolitics? // KEEP UP TO DATE // One link to rule them all: https://bit.ly/nirmenussi WhatsApp: https://bit.ly/nir-menussi-whatsapp Telegram: https://t.m…
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The tender flames of the Hanukkah menorah teach us a deep and timely lesson: how to be both down-to-earth fighters and holy spiritual seekers.Av Nir Menussi
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The Varieties of Religious Violence (Ishmael, Esau & Us, Episode 4)
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Religion is the root of all violence, so many people say. But are all religions equally prone to violence? In this fourth and final episode we compare how Jewish, Christian and Islamic theologies treat the topic of power and violence. Dedicated to the elevation of the soul of Tzillah bat Shlomo Dov, Doron ben Avinoam, and Hilli bat Raphael.…
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Rise Above the Stars (What is Faith, Episode 4)
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According to the Jewish Sages, when God told Abraham to "Come out and count the stars", He took him outside of the universe and allowed him to view the stars from above. This is symbolic of four lessons in faith Abraham learned that day. Dedicated to the elevation of the soul of Tzillah bat Shlomo Dov, Doron ben Avinoam & Hili bat Raphael.…
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Balancing the World Religions (Ishmael, Esau & Us, Episode 3)
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According to Kabbalah, God's revelation is many-sided. The two religions that emerged out of the Torah, Christianity and Islam, reflect its two main sides, the right and the left. But which is which?Av Nir Menussi
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The Four Dimensions of Faith (What is Faith, Episode 3)
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The Hebrew word for faith, emunah, has four different meanings. Put together, they create a multi-layered understanding of what faith is, and how better to integrate it into our lives. Dedicated to the elevation of the souls of Tzilla bat Shlomo Dov, Hilli bat Raphael & Doron ben Avinoam.Av Nir Menussi
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Christianity and Islam from a Jewish Perspective (Ishmael, Esau & Us, Episode 2)
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From Judaism's perspective, Christianity and Islam are both false religions, aberrations of the original, pristine Torah. On the other hand, two undoubtadly great civilizations emerged from them, that have not only advanced mankind in different stages in history, but actually spread the word of God to the farthest reaches of the world. How can thes…
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Holy Heresy: Why Every Believer Needs a Little Disbelief (What is Faith, Episode 2)
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Abraham likened himself to "dust and ashes": dust symbolizes his humble faith, while ashes symbolize a small amount of disbelief he carried with him. But as it turns out, this was crucial to his other main trait: his kindness.Av Nir Menussi
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Ishmael, Esau, and Us: The Jewish Roots of Christianity and Islam (New series, episode 1)
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In this new series of classes we explore the origins, history, and theology of the world's two biggest religions, Christianity and Islam, from a Jewish perspective. Could Judaism, being their common ancestor, provide the key to resolving their 14 hundred year old conflict? Follow Rabbi Nir: https://bit.ly/nirmenussi…
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What is Faith? (New series, episode 1)
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In this class, the first in a new series, we discuss the essence of faith and the relationship between the superconscious and consciousness. Follow Rabbi Nir: https://bit.ly/nirmenussiAv Nir Menussi
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Let There Be Light: A Deeper Look at the War in Israel
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The massacre in Israel has shocked millions across the world. In this public Zoom session three Israeli Rabbis – Nir Menussi, Ephrayim Ehrenberg, and Moshe Genuth – explore the deeper meaning of this event, its future ramifications, and each one of us can do about it right now.Av Nir Menussi
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A (No-)Touching Love Story: Why I Decided to Save Physical Contact for Marriage
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One of the aspects of Jewish life many people find most difficult to understand is "shmirat negiah"—the custom according to which men and women don’t engage in physical contact before their wedding. I want to share a little bit about my own decision to observe this custom, and why I still think it was one of the best and wisest decisions I’ve ever …
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Do Rabbis Need Emotional Intelligence?
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Miriam's death opens a gaping hole in the leadership of the generation of the wilderness, but gives us an eternal lesson about the role each of the three sibling shepherds played in the redemption from Egypt, and which we need in each generation. // SUPPORT THE CHANNEL // Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/nirmenussi PayPal: http://paypal.me/menussi …
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