The Shmuz
Rabbi Ben Tzion Shafier
Torah-based inspiration and practical guidance from Rabbi Ben Tzion Shafier for spiritual growth, relationships, and everyday life.
Shiurim
- The Shmuz on the Parsha: The Anatomy of a Nisayon
Rabbi Ben Tzion Shafier
Akeidas Yitzchak. An event that continues to shape the Jewish People, giving us endless zechuyos and molding our collective character for all time. What sets the Akeidah apart from, l’havdil , some of the death cults of our enemies? What wa
- #239- Being Wise to Yourself
Rabbi Ben Tzion Shafier
Being Wise to Yourself See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. This podcast has been graciously sponsored by JewishPodcasts.fm. There is much overhead to maintain this service so please help us continue our goal of helpin
- #23 - I willl never die. Not me. No way.
Rabbi Ben Tzion Shafier
While this may be philosophys greatest question, isnt it something that any thinking person must answer: What is my purpose in existence? Drawing from The Path of the Just, this Shmuz focuses us on finding the true meaning and purpose of ou
- The Fight: A Diamond With a Flaw
Rabbi Ben Tzion Shafier
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- Derech Hashem Session 7
Rabbi Ben Tzion Shafier
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- 09 - Akaidas Yitzchak
Rabbi Ben Tzion Shafier
After all is said and done, what was so great about the Akeidah? Throughout history many people have been called upon and have made great sacrifices. Yet this single act echoes through the millennia. What was so unique about what Avrahom di
- Parshas Lech Lecha- A Diamond With A Flaw
Rabbi Ben Tzion Shafier
Out of the ten trials of Avraham Avinu, his descent to Mitzrayim is described by the Ramban as a ‘great, unintentional sin’. In fact, throughout the Torah, we see many instances of the Avos and Imahos challenged and even criticized by our M
- Chumash in Depth - Terumah
Rabbi Ben Tzion Shafier
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- #248- Stop Playing Gd
Rabbi Ben Tzion Shafier
A World Unraveling See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. This podcast has been graciously sponsored by JewishPodcasts.fm. There is much overhead to maintain this service so please help us continue our goal of helping Je
- Tisha B'Av: What We Lost
Rabbi Ben Tzion Shafier
On Tisha B’Av, we are expected to mourn many things: the devastation that happened to our people long ago; the almost two thousand years of expulsions, bloodshed, and torture that we have suffered through since then; and finally, the influe
- #43 - Soton out of the Box
Rabbi Ben Tzion Shafier
It seems that it should be easier now to grow than in any previous generation. We have wealth, luxuries, freedom from oppression, and we have time. We enjoy so many time saving devices and conveniences that it would surely seems that we are
- Derech Hashem Session 13
Rabbi Ben Tzion Shafier
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- A Damaged Sense of Self
Rabbi Ben Tzion Shafier
A damaged sense of self will play havoc with your relationships with others. Want to become a whole person? Catch the full series here: https://theshmuz.com/humility/ This podcast has been graciously sponsored by JewishPodcasts.fm. There is
- How to Change Your Davening
Rabbi Ben Tzion Shafier
If you’re looking to keep the inspiration of Chanukah going in your life, this simple strategy can help This podcast has been graciously sponsored by JewishPodcasts.fm. There is much overhead to maintain this service so please help us conti
- #38 - Where is Hashem, The Sixth Level of Emunah
Rabbi Ben Tzion Shafier
We are trained from our school years to say boruch Hashem and im yirtzeh Hashem. Yet it seems that something is lacking. While we mouth the words that Hashem is responsible and we thank Hashem, if we are honest with ourselves we will soon r
- Derech Hashem Session 17
Rabbi Ben Tzion Shafier
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- Judaism 101: The Two Parts to Man's Soul
Rabbi Ben Tzion Shafier
Why do you sometimes feel pulled in two different directions — wanting to do what’s right, yet struggling with temptation, anger, or selfishness? In this thought-provoking class, Rabbi Shafier explores the Jewish understanding of the human
- Judaism 101: Prayer
Rabbi Ben Tzion Shafier
What would change if you truly felt that G-d was with you every moment of your life? In this powerful class, Rabbi Shafier explores the final teachings of Rabbi Yochanan ben Zakkai and the profound Jewish understanding of awe, prayer, and o
- Purim: The Story Behind the Story: Part 4: On Death and Dinim
Rabbi Ben Tzion Shafier
In the fourth session on Megillas Esther, Rabbi Shafier brings the conclusion of the Megillah dramatically to life. From Haman’s sudden demise to our own swift salvation, this class will explain the final perakim with additional insight and
- #106 - The Power of a Tzibbur
Rabbi Ben Tzion Shafier
There's strength in numbers. Sports fans tap into it when they cheer on their favorite teams, and lehavdil, the Torah recognizes it by commanding men to daven with a minyan. But why should it be that way? Why did HASHEM create the world in
- At the Foot of Har Sinai- A Monumental Moment for Mankind
Rabbi Ben Tzion Shafier
We have a mitzvah to remember Har Sinai. In order to do so, we must firstly understand with depth and clarity what happened on that momentous day. At the Foot of Har Sinai will take you through the majesty and awe, giving a fascinating acco
- Purim: Story Behind the Story 3
Rabbi Ben Tzion Shafier
Megillas Esther Session Three: Esther’s Big Deal RequestEsther stands at the threshold of the throne room, prepared to forfeit her life in this world and the next. Instead, she is assisted by three melachim, achieves ruach hakodesh and is t
- The Key Question You Must Ask Yourself (if you want to succeed)
Rabbi Ben Tzion Shafier
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- The Shmuz on the Parsha - 02 - Shemos - 07 - Terumah - Hashem's Role/Man's Role - Finding the Balance
Rabbi Ben Tzion Shafier
Parshas Terumah: Hashem’s Role/ Man’s Role- Finding the BalanceIn this week’s parsha, why does Hashem explain to Moshe how to make Menorah when it’s created miraculously? This question underpins one of the fundamental concepts in Torah hash
- The Derech Hashem: Don't Try to be Perfect
Rabbi Ben Tzion Shafier
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- The Owner's Guide to the Soul- Session 1
Rabbi Ben Tzion Shafier
As an honored member of Klal Yisroel you don’t need to spend time groping in the darkness trying to figure out who you are. Baruch Hashem, we have an array of mind-blowing sefarim that give us the answers to life's most challenging question
- Mitzvos That Touch Your Soul
Rabbi Ben Tzion Shafier
There are many proofs for the Torah…but what does your heart tell you? This podcast has been graciously sponsored by JewishPodcasts.fm. There is much overhead to maintain this service so please help us continue our goal of helping Jewish le
- Chumash in Depth - Shemos
Rabbi Ben Tzion Shafier
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- Parsha in Depth - Tzav
Rabbi Ben Tzion Shafier
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- Shmuz 96: Seize the Moment
Rabbi Ben Tzion Shafier
Before Esther went into Achashverosh, Mordechai commanded the Jewish nation to fast for three days. Rashi tells us that those three days included the first day of Pesach. That means that Mordechai abolished the mitzvos of eating matzah, dri
- His Needs VS Her Needs
Rabbi Ben Tzion Shafier
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- Derech HASHEM Session 18
Rabbi Ben Tzion Shafier
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- #226- Respect, Can a Marriage Survive without it?
Rabbi Ben Tzion Shafier
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- The Mussar Vaad: Changing Currencies
Rabbi Ben Tzion Shafier
As you move through life, your currencies change, and your values shift. If you want to ensure that your ‘currency’ is in line with the Torah, watch this class. It will show you how to get a clear perspective on what your focus should be; g
- The Marriage Seminar - Part 07: Tools that Bond
Rabbi Ben Tzion Shafier
Every smart young couple starts their marriage with the same dreams, goals and ideals. They’re one hundred percent sure that they will live in married bliss forever. Until they aren’t. Until the bickering, fighting and loneliness become sec
- Emunah in the Workplace - Part 7
Rabbi Ben Tzion Shafier
Earning a living was never easy. Yet, it seems that we work harder then ever today, and still, we barely seem to make ends meet. The strange part is that there was never as much wealth, abundance and opportunity as there is today. By all st
- The One Way to Change Your Spouse
Rabbi Ben Tzion Shafier
If you’re one of the 15,000 people who have read The Ten Really Dumb Mistakes you know that Rabbi Shafier is very insistent about not trying to change your spouse. Not satisfied with that? He’s the one technique he does recommend. This is f
- #142 - The Power of Laughter
Rabbi Ben Tzion Shafier
There are certain life lessons that they don't teach you in school. One of them is the importance of maintaining a sense of humor. Not only is this one of the key elements for maintaining a sense of balance and joy as we travel through the
- Derech HASHEM SESSION 2
Rabbi Ben Tzion Shafier
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- #61 - Heroes!
Rabbi Ben Tzion Shafier
People have accomplished some extraordinary things. Muhammad Ali fought his way to becoming heavyweight champion of the world. Roger Bannister ran the first four-minute mile. And lehavdil, gedolim like Rav Shimon Shkop, Reb Chaim Brisker, a
- The Power of Needs
Rabbi Ben Tzion Shafier
The Rabbi forgot his drasha and gave the listeners a lesson they’ll never forget... Uncover fresh insights and groundbreaking ideas against the backdrop of the weekly parsha. Watch the full Shmuz on ParshasVayeitzei here: https://vimeo.com/
- Judaism 101: Pleasures and Passions
Rabbi Ben Tzion Shafier
Why did Hashem create human beings with desires, struggles, and limitations instead of giving us the instincts and abilities of animals? In this fascinating class, Rabbi Shafier explores the difference between pleasure and purpose, revealin
- Your Unique Role
Rabbi Ben Tzion Shafier
Gut chodesh! You have a unique role and purpose in this world. Embrace it! This podcast has been graciously sponsored by JewishPodcasts.fm. There is much overhead to maintain this service so please help us continue our goal of helping Jewis
- Not Ready For Rosh Hashana?
Rabbi Ben Tzion Shafier
'Not Ready for Rosh Hashanah? Here's the Rabbi's Game Plan!' Feeling unprepared for the big day? You're not alone! In this powerful video, one of our members asks a pressing question about not feeling ready for Rosh Hashanah, and the rabbi
- The Mussar Vaad: The Foundation of it All
Rabbi Ben Tzion Shafier
In this captivating class, Rabbi Shafier gives a detailed outline of why the World to Come is central to your Yiddishkeit. Tune in to hear practical guidance on making this fundamental concept more relevant to your life. This podcast has be
- Mesilas Yesharim Series: The Main Thing (Part 14)
Rabbi Ben Tzion Shafier
You are a spiritual being having a temporary physical experience in this world. It’s so easy to forget that, and spend our lives entirely focused on the banality of olam hazeh. But if we learn how to ‘keep the main thing the main thing’ we
- #59 - Humility - An Issue of Perspective
Rabbi Ben Tzion Shafier
HASHEM gave everyone a unique set of talents. Some people are strong, others smart, and others musical. But no matter which talents you have, HASHEM gave them to you to help you accomplish a specific mission in this world.The trouble is, pe
- The Shmuz Live 51 - The Overspent Generation
Rabbi Ben Tzion Shafier
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- Derech Hashem: I Think Therefore Hashem Is
Rabbi Ben Tzion Shafier
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- The Derech Hashem: How Could Adam HaRishon Sin?
Rabbi Ben Tzion Shafier
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- The Lost Art of Teshuvah 5
Rabbi Ben Tzion Shafier
Focus. That’s what we need right now, in the days that are leading us to Yom HaDin. In this shmuz, Rabbi Shafier gives us that clarity to focus on the incredible gift that is teshuva, and the devastating consequences should we fail to make
- Parsha in Depth - Noach
Rabbi Ben Tzion Shafier
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- Life 101 - Part 6
Rabbi Ben Tzion Shafier
Don’t you wish life came with an instruction manual?It does…Using real life situations, powerful examples, and meaningful observations, it brings basic Torah wisdom to making sense of out why HASHEM made us, what we are doing here, and what
- #141 - Parenting Part IV - Sibling Rivalry
Rabbi Ben Tzion Shafier
Since the time of Kain and Hevel, it seems a given that brothers fight. Even in the most refined home, where individuals are polite and respectful, siblings take liberties with each other that they wouldn't dare take with outsiders- it is a
- The Power of Teshuvah
Rabbi Ben Tzion Shafier
Using the event of how Eliezer Bar Dudia gained the title of “Rebbe,” we are introduced to one of the greatest acts of tshuvah ever achieved. We witness his rise from the depths of depravity to the heights of spirituality in the course of a
- Mesilas Yesharim Series: Happiness (Part 13)
Rabbi Ben Tzion Shafier
Most people aren't happy. Why not? Even when a person can have all of their physical wants and needs met, they can still feel empty inside. Caveat: We’re not talking mental illness here. We’re discussing the pain a soul feels from ignoring
- The Lost Art of Teshuvah 6
Rabbi Ben Tzion Shafier
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- The Pursuit of Happiness- Are You Happy?
Rabbi Ben Tzion Shafier
Are You Happy? Despite living in the relative luxury of the first world, many people feel as though their life is mediocre at best, and downright miserable at worst. In his introduction to The Pursuit of Happiness , Rabbi Shafier begins by
- #175 Rosh Hashana Prep - Yom Ha Din
Rabbi Ben Tzion Shafier
"Dip the apple in the honey, have a good sweet new year." We teach our children that touching song, and that is what we all wish for: a good sweet year with bracha and hatzlacha in all that we do. But that often isn't the case. If we look b
- The Shmuz Live 13
Rabbi Ben Tzion Shafier
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