Join Rabbi Herschel Greenberg, and uncover the profound teachings of Rambam on the virtues of humility and anger management. This insightful video delves into the Rambam’s seemingly contradictory approach, reconciling the ideals of moderation with the call for extreme humility • Watch

Join Rabbi Heschel Greenberg and dive into the profound insights of Rambam’s introduction to the Mishneh Torah, where he unveils the remarkable spiritual stature of converts (gerim) in the transmission of the Torah. Uncover the surprising emphasis he places on the righteous status of gerim like Rabbi Akiva and Rabbi Meir, challenging conventional perceptions.

Delve into the captivating world of Jewish law and unravel the intricate web surrounding the liability of those who hire or encourage false witnesses. In this thought-provoking exploration, Rabbi Heschel Greenberg dives deep into the teachings of the revered Rambam and the intense debate that ensued among early scholars • Full Article, Video

Join Rabbi Heschel Greenberg to unravel the intricate rulings of the Rambam regarding the severe punishments associated with keeping and consuming chametz during Pesach. Delve into the profound Halachic discourse surrounding the negative commandments, positive commandments, and the conditions under which lashes (malkot) are administered. Explore the nuances of when an action is deemed punishable and the interplay between corrective measures and penalty. Join us on this thought-provoking journey through the sagacious teachings of one of Judaism’s most revered scholars • Watch

Learn the fascinating secrets behind Jewish charity (tzedakah) law in this mind-blowing video. Rabbi Heschel Greenberg explores little-known insights from Maimonides’ philosophical masterpiece Guides of the Perplexed, including why the deaf and mentally disabled must give tzedakah, the “lien” on one’s property, forcing charity when the poor are present but not away, positive vs negative commandments, and more. Gain a whole new perspective on tzedakah through this illuminating discussion that will leave you amazed • Video

The Rambam discusses a fascinating contradiction in Jewish law – you can’t incriminate yourself, but you can testify against yourself financially. Why the difference? In this in-depth analysis by Rabbi Heschel Greenberg, we explore the Rambam’s perspective on self-ownership, bodily autonomy and how this impacts self-incrimination in Jewish law. Get ready for a philosophical dive into the depths of legal theory according to one of history’s greatest Jewish scholars • Watch

Learn the fascinating ancient Jewish laws around debt collection and loans from this in-depth analysis with Rabbi Heschel Greenberg. Discover the biblical origins of allowing 30 days before collecting debts. Hear how sabbatical year laws compare to these debt rules. Find out how oral contracts and written contracts impacted repayment. Understand why guarantors also had to wait 30 days to repay loans. Get insight into stipulations and conditions around these historic religious lending practices • Watch

A deep dive into Jewish law and debate around the commandment not to delay wages for workers. Rabbi Heschel Greenberg analyzes the biblical verses, Rambam’s position, exceptions, stipulations, and more in this intricate discussion of timely payment in Judaism. Major rabbis weighed in over the centuries – hear perspectives from the Shach, Alter Rebbe, Pischei Teshuvah and others • Watch

This week we are reading about the most important event in history: G-d Almighty gave His Torah to the Jews. It is the very foundation of existence; here was no event even vaguely comparable to it; several million people, (an entire nation!) actually saw and heard the Creator of the Universe say what He wants from each human being • Full Article

If you hurt someone, you’d think you simply have to pay for their losses – medical bills, lost wages, etc. But the Torah says there’s more to it. According to Jewish law, causing harm is a sin that demands atonement between you, the victim, and God. Paying damages ransoms your body from further punishment • Full Story, Video