Daily Jewish Thought

[email protected] (Rabbi Yisroel Bernath)

Thoughts on spirituality, Kabbalah, Jewish thought, Judaism and Relationships. Rabbi Yisroel Bernath is the Senior Rabbi at Rohr Chabad of NDG and the Jewish Chaplain at Concordia University in Montreal, Canada. Cherished for his incredible warmth and non-judgmental personality, this hipster is not your typical rabbi. In 2012, Rabbi Bernath founded the smashing success JMatchmaking International, a network of Jewish dating sites. He has made 104 matches (that he knows of) to date! In addition to being a matchmaker and dating coach, Rabbi Bernath is also the author of three books, and continuously produces engaging content on his many social media & podcast platforms. As a professional voice-over artist, screen-writer, and actor, he has been a part of dozens of productions, including the hit CBC Documentary "Kosher Love".

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Special Lecture: Beginners Kabbalah Lesson 1 - Kabbalah of Love

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04/28/20 • 82 min

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Join Rabbi Yisroel Bernath for a special lecture on the history of Kabbalah and the Kabbalah of Love and Relationships.

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Single? You can make a profile on www.JMontreal.com and Rabbi Bernath will help you find that special someone.
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My Musings on Anti-Semitism.

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01/17/23 • 5 min

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Holiness in the Ordinary: How Abraham's Hospitality Transformed the Spiritual | Rabbi Bernath's Sermon for Parshat Vayeira

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11/14/24 • 17 min

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This week's Torah portion, Vayeira, captures the surprising encounter between Abraham and three angelic visitors. Expecting divine revelations, the angels instead find Abraham busy with hospitality — preparing food, fetching water, and overseeing their comfort. They question, “Where is Sarah your wife?” seeking a glimpse of the true tzaddik, only to find that her holiness, too, is concealed within the humble details of life. Through Abraham's actions, the angels learn that genuine holiness is not in escaping earthly concerns, but in bringing light to them. Abraham demonstrates that true spirituality is about bringing heaven into the everyday, a mission passed down through his descendants.

Key Takeaways:

Spiritual Greatness in the Mundane: Abraham’s greatness is revealed not in miraculous acts but in his devoted, everyday service to others, emphasizing that holiness is found within the ordinary moments.
The Tzaddik’s Mission: Abraham’s role as a tzaddik teaches us that spiritual leaders embody selflessness, focusing on the needs of others as a path to divine connection.
True Hospitality as Divine Work: By hosting the angels, Abraham exemplifies how simple acts of kindness can elevate humanity above even angelic beings.
Bringing Heaven Down to Earth: The narrative illustrates that our purpose is not to transcend the physical but to infuse it with sacredness, creating a “home for G-d” here on earth.
Holiness Concealed and Revealed: Abraham and Sarah’s roles demonstrate that true spiritual power may often be hidden, discovered in moments of kindness and commitment, rather than in overt displays of sanctity.

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Two Tablets and Moral Juxtaposition | Rabbi Bernath's Thursday Morning Class

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05/30/24 • 27 min

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This class delves into the profound historical and moral parallels between two of the most destructive ideologies: Nazism and radical Islamism, exemplified by Hamas. The discussion centres around the significance of the Ten Commandments, particularly the first commandment ("I am the Lord your G-d") and the sixth commandment ("You shall not murder"), and how these commandments are engraved on two separate tablets.

The episode highlights how these commandments should be read both vertically and horizontally, emphasizing the inseparability of faith in G-d and the prohibition against murder. The podcast also explores how different historical and ideological movements have attempted to separate these two commandments, leading to catastrophic moral failures.

Key Takeaways:

Two Tablets and Moral Juxtaposition:
- The Ten Commandments were engraved on two tablets to be read in two directions, linking faith in G-d with moral imperatives.
- The vertical reading connects each commandment to its respective place, while the horizontal reading juxtaposes the importance of belief in G-d with the sanctity of human life.
Failures of Enlightenment and Religious Extremism:
- Enlightenment philosophers believed that moral behavior could be sustained without religious faith, but the Holocaust demonstrated the failure of this belief.
- Conversely, religious extremism, as seen in Islamist terrorism, divorces the commandment "You shall not murder" from the belief in G-d, leading to atrocities committed in the name of faith.
Historical Context and Moral Lessons:
- The Nazi regime, despite its cultural and scientific advancements, perpetrated the Holocaust, showing the dangers of morality devoid of G-d. Radical Islamist groups, including Hamas, commit heinous acts while claiming religious justification, undermining the true essence of faith.
The Role of Faith in Ensuring Morality:
- True faith in G-d includes the recognition of the sanctity of every human life.
- A society that abandons either the belief in G-d or the prohibition against murder can devolve into monstrosity.
Contemporary Relevance:
- The ongoing threat of Islamist terrorism, as exemplified by Hamas, reflects the same dangerous separation of divine faith and moral action.
- Upholding both divine commandments is essential for a just and humane society.

Reflecting on the intertwined nature of faith and morality as presented in the Ten Commandments can guide us in creating a world where human life is valued and respected. The juxtaposition of "I am the Lord your G-d" and "You shall not murder" serves as a timeless reminder of the need to ground our ethical principles in a higher, divine truth.

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Finding Gratitude and Consistency | Rabbi Bernath's Sermon for Parshat Pinchas & His Birthday.

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07/28/24 • 22 min

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In this special sermon honoring Rabbi Bernath's birthday, he reflects on how we often let minor inconveniences overshadow the immense blessings in our lives. He connects this idea to the significance of the upcoming fast of Shiva Asar b'Tammuz, which marks the beginning of "the Three Weeks," a period of mourning in Jewish history. Through the lens of the Korban Tamid, a daily sacrifice in the Temple, Rabbi Bernath illustrates the importance of consistency and steadfastness in our spiritual practices. He emphasizes that it is the daily, unwavering observance of mitzvot that sustains the Jewish people, much like the Korban Tamid represented the unity and commitment of the Jewish nation.

Takeaways

Appreciate Minor Inconveniences: Recognize that minor complaints often highlight the privilege of living in a free and prosperous society.
Significance of Shiva Asar b'Tammuz: Understand the historical and spiritual importance of this fast day and the tragedies it commemorates.
Consistency in Worship: Learn from the Korban Tamid the value of regular, consistent observance of mitzvot, which forms the foundation of Jewish survival.
Unity Through Shared Practices: The Korban Tamid, funded by all Jews through the Machtzis HaShekel, symbolizes communal unity and shared responsibility.
Everyday Mitzvot Matter: Realize that seemingly mundane religious practices, performed consistently, bring immense pride and joy to G-d.

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Interview with HARDCHARLiE Charles Goldberg, Clinical Psycho-therapist and Rapper.

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07/09/19 • 16 min

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Recorded Live at the Chabad on Campus International Conference in Stamford, CT.
Honesty is essential to an artist’s credibility. Hailing from Chicago, it is the truth in HARDCHARLiE’s music that sets him apart from so many other artists. There is much more here than empty lines about cars, women, and money. There is a connection to be made with every listener; a way of liberating oneself from the constant pummeling of daily existence. HARDCHARLiE personifies hardship, and defines a path to overcoming it with songs that are known to be drenched in sincerity and rumbling with vigor. Each track has been given a dynamic glow with impressive production from Alex Bork (Teen Heat). HARDCHARLiE brings new talent to both the hip hop and acoustic emo genres, composing his tracks with a delicious blend of heart, head, and gut.

Born and raised in the Chicago suburbs, HARDCHARLiE, otherwise known as Charles Goldberg, braved the challenges of teenage life armed with a pen and paper. A classically trained pianist, guitarist, and drummer, Goldberg grew tired of playing other people’s music, and recognized his need to create something raw and accessible for the masses. Throughout his high school career, Goldberg invested efforts into girls rather than academic endeavors, instilling discomfort in his parents’ chests as they worried about his professional development. Yet Goldberg was growing and learning from every failed romance, taking the lessons gained from each and displaying them with stunning guitar riffs and articulate hooks; these accounts became the essence of his first release “to forgive myself...”

The guitar might have become Goldberg’s therapist, supporting him emotionally, but the song-writer, more stable and focused than ever, turned to the drums as his boxing coach. While at the University of Kansas, Goldberg met a Rabbi, Zalman Tiechtel, who placed a yarmulke on his head and tzitzit at his sides. Discovering his heritage in a brand new dimension, Goldberg dove head first into teachings of Chassidic mysticism, and surfaced with hip hop masterworks. On the mic, Goldberg creates percussive bliss through lyrics brimming with five thousand year old tradition mixed with coping strategies against modern day demands. After spending a year working in a Delaware state penitentiary, the artist was granted an insider’s look into what life was really like on the streets, something most privileged, white, Jewish kids from the suburbs never take the time to seek out. “I saw parallels between the inmates’ lives and the lives of the Jewish people, most notably, the struggle to push forward and thrive,” Goldberg relates, “I’d rap with many of the individuals I worked with, and it was always funny to me that despite our differences, we were really saying the same things.”

HARDCHARLiE has far more than just the nerve to inspire and advise; he has the credentials to back him up as well. More than a musician, teacher, and devout Jew, Goldberg holds a Master's degree in clinical mental health counseling a

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ISRAEL TRIP: Interview with 14 year old Bashan from Kfar Maimon.

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10/30/23 • 15 min

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Live in Jerusalem. Interview with 14 year old Bashan from Kfar Maimon a small village on the Gaza border. His entire community has been evacuated. His English is not great. I hope you can hear him and understand him, he has an incredible story to tell.
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Elul: The Divine Dance of Love and Unity | A Special Kabbalah Class

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09/19/24 • 26 min

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The month of Elul is a time of deep introspection and renewal in love and relationships, aligning with the theme of "Ani l'dodi v'dodi li" – "I am to my beloved, and my beloved is to me." This sermon explores the mystical dimensions of Elul, emphasizing how true love and unity are possible without compromising individuality. By understanding the Kabbalistic concepts of Divine light and vessels, we learn how love in human relationships mirrors the unity between the finite and the infinite. As we honor Jenna and Shmuel’s upcoming wedding, we delve into the profound lesson of how two distinct souls can join together seamlessly, embodying the essence of Elul’s energy.
Key Takeaways:
Elul's Unique Energy: Elul, the month of Virgo, carries the energy of love and relationships. It invites us to reflect on the mutual symbiosis between two individuals, just as it symbolizes our relationship with the Divine.
Ani L'dodi V'dodi Li: This phrase from Song of Songs encapsulates the essence of love—a dynamic where each person reflects the other. Love grows in proportion to the love we give, mirroring how we relate to the Divine.
Love as an Initiative: True love requires proactive effort. We must take the initiative in relationships rather than waiting for love to come to us. This active approach leads to deeper, reciprocated connections.
Unity Without Compromise: Kabbalah teaches that unity between distinct entities, like the union between a couple or between humanity and the Divine, is possible without losing individuality. The interplay of light and vessel shows how finite beings can merge with the infinite while maintaining their unique identity.
Reflection in Relationships: The union of "I" and "my beloved" reflects the cosmic unity, demonstrating how individual souls can unite harmoniously. This union is celebrated in marriage, where two people become one while still retaining their personal essence.

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Parshat Behaalotecha: Light Your Candle!

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06/19/19 • 9 min

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Passover Rebroadcast: Seder Introduction

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04/02/17 • 7 min

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