In preparation for the upcoming festival of Chanukah, the TORCH Rabbis and Podcasters gathered together in the TORCH Centre to discuss the upcoming days of light. Each of us shared an idea about Chanukah and how to make the most of these days. If you want to experience a convivial, collegial, conversation about Chanukah with the Podcasters of TORCH, now is your chance.

Featured in this episode: Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe, Rabbi Yaakov Nagel, Rabbi Yaakov Wolbe, Rabbi Chaim Bucsko and TORCH President, Dan Kullman.

This Jewish Inspiration Podcast (Ep. #135) is dedicated in honor of our dear friends and neighbors, Barry & Monica Finberg, who have been such incredibly dedicated friends of TORCH for many years! May Hashem continue to bless you with great health and success in all your endeavors.

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• Unboxing Judaism Podcast - https://linktr.ee/unboxingjudaism
• Parsha Review Podcast - https://linktr.ee/parshareview
• Living Jewishly Podcast - https://linktr.ee/jewishly
• Thinking Talmudist Podcast - https://linktr.ee/talmudist

Please send your questions, comments and even your stories relating to this episode or any other topic to awolbe@torchweb.org.

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Recorded in TORCH Centre - Studio B to a live audience on December 8, 2022, in Houston, Texas.
Released as Podcast on December 12, 2022

Have you ever considered the profound essence of the Chanukah celebration? In this enlightening episode of the Jewish Inspiration Podcast, we will take you on a journey exploring the depth and beauty of this festive period. We share the extraordinary significance of the demand for pure oil during Chanukah, connecting it to the miracle of the oil that miraculously lasted for eight days. We also share an inspiring story about a student who discovered the power of gratitude in finding true fulfillment in life. As we celebrate this holiday, we encourage you to appreciate the ordinary miracles surrounding you, and we challenge you to live, truly live, rather than just exist.

Furthermore, we delve into the critical role we have as the chosen people to shine our light, to spread positivity in our world. Chanukah isn't just about recalling miracles, but recognizing our sacred duty to illuminate the world with our actions. Echoing the significance of quality over quantity in our actions and prayers, we draw an analogy with the pure and pristine oil used in the menorah. As we conclude our exploration of the true essence of Chanukah, we leave you with a blessing for a splendid holiday filled with internal and external light. This Chanukah, may we all let our light shine intensely, spreading joy and positivity, not just for ourselves, but for the entire world.

This episode (#256) of the Jewish Inspiration Podcast by Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe is dedicated in Honor of Eric Blacher and our Holy Soldiers in the Battlefield and our Torah Scholars in the Study Halls who are fighting for the safety of our nation!

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To listen to other podcasts by Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe: https://linktr.ee/ariwol

• Jewish Inspiration Podcast: https://inspiration.transistor.fm/episodes
• Parsha Review Podcast: https://parsha.transistor.fm/episodes
• Living Jewishly Podcast: https://jewishly.transistor.fm/episodes
• Thinking Talmudist Podcast: https://talmud.transistor.fm/episodes
• Unboxing Judaism Podcast: https://unboxing.transistor.fm/episodes
• Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe Podcast Collection: https://collection.transistor.fm/episodes

Please send your questions, comments and even your stories to awolbe@torchweb.org

Please visit www.torchweb.org to see a full listing of our Jewish outreach and educational resources available in the Greater Houston area and please consider sponsoring a podcast by making a donation to help support our global outreach at https://www.torchweb.org/donate.
Thank you!

For a full listing of podcasts available by TORCH at https://www.TORCHpodcasts.com

Recorded in the TORCH Centre - Studio B to a live audience on December 12, 2023, in Houston, Texas.
Released as Podcast on December 14, 2023

Listen in as we unravel the beautiful traditions of Chanukah and their significance in our bond with Hashem. Our conversation starts with the two main blessings of Chanukah, "Lahadlik Ner Shel Chanukah" and "She'asa Nisim La'avosaynu", highlighting their meaning and importance. As we light the menorah, we reflect on our commitment to God's commandments, and the recognition of the miracles He performs in our lives daily. We further discuss the miracle of fire, encouraging our listeners to contemplate their blessings and express their gratitude to Hashem.

In the second part of our discussion, we examine the role of gratitude in our daily prayers, especially during Chanukah. Discover how expressing gratitude for the blessings and miracles in our lives can lead to a profound sense of happiness. We underline the significance of appreciating every aspect of our lives and the power of expressing gratitude in attracting more blessings. As we conclude, we leave our listeners with a blessing for happiness and gratitude, reminding everyone that the more we are grateful, the more blessings we will receive.

This episode (#254) of the Jewish Inspiration Podcast by Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe is dedicated in Honor of Eric Blacher and our Holy Soldiers in the Battlefield and our Torah Scholars in the Study Halls who are fighting for the safety of our nation!

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To listen to other podcasts by Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe: https://linktr.ee/ariwol

• Jewish Inspiration Podcast: https://inspiration.transistor.fm/episodes
• Parsha Review Podcast: https://parsha.transistor.fm/episodes
• Living Jewishly Podcast: https://jewishly.transistor.fm/episodes
• Thinking Talmudist Podcast: https://talmud.transistor.fm/episodes
• Unboxing Judaism Podcast: https://unboxing.transistor.fm/episodes
• Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe Podcast Collection: https://collection.transistor.fm/episodes

Please send your questions, comments and even your stories to awolbe@torchweb.org

Please visit www.torchweb.org to see a full listing of our Jewish outreach and educational resources available in the Greater Houston area and please consider sponsoring a podcast by making a donation to help support our global outreach at https://www.torchweb.org/donate.
Thank you!

For a full listing of podcasts available by TORCH at https://www.TORCHpodcasts.com

Recorded in the TORCH Centre - Studio B to a live audience on December 5, 2023, in Houston, Texas.
Released as Podcast on December 8, 2023