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Take 10 minutes of your busy day for Torah. Spend one 1/100th of your day as meaningfully as you can! Different topics each weekday. Produced by Rabbi Shmuel Ismach of the Young Israel of Great Neck
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Wednesday Nov 30, 2016
Wednesday Nov 30, 2016
What is the obligation of Talmud Torah and to whom does it apply? This Ten focuses on the obligation of grandparents to teach their grandchildren Torah and perhaps more importantly, whether or not they are required to help foot the bill.
Monday Nov 28, 2016
Monday Nov 28, 2016
What do we do when we are not sure of something? Do we lean towards a false presentation of confidence or are we humble enough to admit what we don't know? Hmmm... I don't know either, but this Ten discusses a Rashi that does. Or actually, doesn't.
Monday Nov 28, 2016
Monday Nov 28, 2016
If you have 10 minutes to interrupt from Cyber Monday shopping, you might want to listen to this analysis of the ethics of distracted work. 40% off, but act quick!
Thursday Nov 24, 2016
Thursday Nov 24, 2016
We find a fascinating halacha relating to how Jewish law defines the responsibilities of pet and animal ownership. This Ten discusses the origins of this law, how it relates to our parsha, and the particulars of where and when it applies. Feed your curiosity, but feed your pets first.
Thursday Nov 24, 2016
Thursday Nov 24, 2016
This Ten discusses one of the greatest kindnesses that we do, the mitzvah of Nichum Aveilim, or consoling mourners. But as regular people, with no expertise in grief counseling, how are we really supposed to fulfill this mitzvah? Take ten minutes to listen to best practices on: how to listen.
Tuesday Nov 22, 2016
Tuesday Nov 22, 2016
Welcome to our special guest! This Ten elaborates on the significance of the number 10 in Jewish thought. Why ten for a minyan? Why was ten the lowest allowable number of Tzadikim that could save Sodom? See why this number - though so small - means so much.
Monday Nov 21, 2016
Monday Nov 21, 2016
Whether or not you "observe" the rituals of Thanksgiving, you can't miss the overwhelming importance that Judaism places on giving thanks. This Ten contains ideas you can share and an exercise to use to turn your dinner from "gobble" to grateful.
Sunday Nov 20, 2016
Sunday Nov 20, 2016
With Mincha time hovering at 4:10 pm for the next few weeks, it's never as hard to find a window in our busy days to daven. This Ten reveals why even as hard as it is to pull off, this midday Mincha is unparalleled in importance.
Thursday Nov 17, 2016
Thursday Nov 17, 2016
The destruction of Sodom left an indelible mark on our tradition. Their corrupt behavior has forever become the derided "Midat Sedom," the Trait of Sedom. What is this trait and why is it considered so evil? These answers and more in this Ten.
Wednesday Nov 16, 2016
Wednesday Nov 16, 2016
Do you suffer from Shalashuda-ate less? In these winter months, there is barely any time to finish our shabbat lunch meal before we need to get back to it with Seudah Shlishit. Why are these meals important and what do they mean? How important is it to pull off all three? Take Ten to find out.