Daily Jewish Thought
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".
Episodes
1032 episodes
Coronation Night: The Essence of Rosh Hashanah | Rabbi Bernath's Thursday Morning Class
On the night of Rosh Hashanah, we engage in a cosmic ceremony unlike any other — the coronation of G-d as our King. Drawing inspiration from Rabbi Yosef Dov Soleveitchik’s childhood story in Chaslavitch, we explore the profound depth of Rosh Ha...
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Elul: The Divine Dance of Love and Unity | A Special Kabbalah Class
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, em...
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Finding Light in Darkness: Sappir Cohen’s 55 Days held Hostage in Gaza and the Power of Psalm 27
In the summer of 2023, Sappir Cohen, a young woman from Ramat Gan, felt an overwhelming sense of foreboding. Despite countless visits to doctors, she found no explanation for her anxiety. In desperation, she turned to prayer, reciting Psalm 27 ...
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How Can He Be So Insensitive? The Misunderstanding That Reveals the Power of Prayer | A Pre-Rosh Hashanah Sermon with Rabbi Yisroel Bernath
In this sermon, the story of Chanah from the Haftarah on Rosh Hashanah serves as a powerful lesson about the depth of human emotions and the nature of prayer. Chanah, who is childless, pours her heart out to G-d in silent prayer, but Eli, the H...
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What If G-d Is Already Waiting for You—Are You Ready to Meet Him? | The Jewish Month of Elul with Rabbi Yisroel Bernath
The Rebbe’s teachings on the parable of the “King in the Field,” drawn from Rabbi Schneur Zalman of Liadi, provide profound insights into the unique opportunity presented by the month of Elul. Unlike the rest of the year, when approaching G-d c...
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If Jerusalem is the Holiest Place for Jews why is not mentioned in the Torah?
The topic of Jerusalem’s ownership often stirs debate, particularly in the context of peace in the Middle East. While the Hebrew Bible mentions Jerusalem extensively, the Torah itself does not explicitly name the city. Instead, it alludes to it...
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Remembering the rest of the Verse: The True Purpose Behind Freedom | Rabbi Bernath's Weekly Sermon
The famous slogan "Let My People Go" became a rallying cry for Jews worldwide in the 1970s, advocating for the release of Soviet Jewry. However, as the Rebbe reminded us, the slogan's full meaning—"so that they may serve Me"—was often overlooke...
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Elul & High Holidays - Our Marriage with G-d | Rabbi Bernath's Thursday Morning Class
The 5-Step Program of Spiritual Courtship, Engagement, Marriage, Honeymoon, and Real Life: Discovering the Divine Romance in Our LivesIn this sermon, Rabbi Yisroel Bernath explores the deep and mystical relationship between G-d...
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Embracing the Broken: How Moses' Shattered Tablets Illuminate Our Path to Wholeness | Rabbi Bernath's Weekly Sermon
In this sermon, we explore one of the most profound and paradoxical moments in Jewish history: Moses' decision to break the first set of tablets containing the Ten Commandments. Far from being a moment of defeat, this act is seen as Moses' grea...
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What is Love Really?
"What is Love?" Love is redefined beyond the conventional understanding of a mere emotion or a passive state of being. We emphasized that love is an obligation and a directive, as illustrated in Leviticus 19:18, which commands to "love your fel...
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The True Cause of Jerusalem’s Downfall: Lessons from History for Today | Rabbi Bernath's Weekly Sermon
In this sermon, we delve into the real reasons behind the destruction of the Second Temple, as highlighted in the newly released animated movie "Agadat Churban—Legend of Destruction." The movie underscores how internal strife and division among...
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Why Do I Resent Criticism? Lessons from the Maggid of Mezritch and Soloman Maimon on Self-Esteem | Rabbi Bernath's Weekly Sermon
In this insightful sermon, Rabbi Yisroel Bernath delves into the human aversion to criticism through the lens of Torah teachings and Chassidic wisdom. Using the biblical narrative of Moses rebuking the tribes of Reuben and Gad, Rabbi Bernath ex...
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Finding Gratitude and Consistency | Rabbi Bernath's Sermon for Parshat Pinchas & His Birthday.
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,...
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The Three Weeks: The Story of Kamtza and Bar-Kamtza and what means to you and me.
In this insightful episode, Rabbi Yisroel Bernath delves into the historical and spiritual significance of the Three Weeks, a period of mourning for the Jewish people commemorating the destruction of the Holy Temples. Through the famous Talmudi...
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