Likkutei Sichos: Vayeitzei

Building a Jewish home requires leaving spiritual comfort zones. True success in Galus is achieved not through assimilation but through complete trust and reliance on G-d. The inner dimension of Torah makes new levels of joy accessible to all. This class, taught by Rabbi Shais Taub, is based on Parshas Vayeitzei in Likkutei Sichos Vol. 1.

Rabbi Shais Taub sits down with Dr. Stephen Shaya, a Chaldean physician, visionary, and philanthropist from Detroit. Dr. Shaya shares his remarkable story, from his family's ancient roots in Iraq's Mesopotamian heritage, to his global work in healthcare innovation and humanitarian outreach, and his first visit to the Rebbe's Ohel that deeply moved him. Together, Rabbi Taub and Dr. Shaya explore the intersection of faith, science, and purpose - discussing how the Rebbe's teachings inspire people of all backgrounds to bring light, compassion, and healing into the world.

The special qualities of Yitzchak are inherited by every Jew, granting them the ability to be unintimidated by the world and to successfully integrate transcendent spirituality into time and space. This explains the deeper significance of Yitzchak going to Gan Eden before his wedding, demonstrating the necessity of spiritual integration through self-nullification. The custom for a groom to receive Rabbinic ordination before marriage reveals how the eternal foundation of a home must be based on absolute Torah law. The necessity of Yaakov taking the blessings through cunning. This class, taught by Rabbi Shais Taub, is based on Parshas Toldos in Likkutei Sichos Vol. 1. Happy Birthday for:Feiga Esther bas RivkahChaya Mushka bas Feiga Esther In honor of the yahrzeit of:Chaya Feiga bas Yitzchak Yaakov HaLevidedicated by her sister

12 Pesukim for Parents is a new series in honor of the 50th anniversary of the Twelve Pesukim. In this first class, we explore the opening verse—Torah Tziva Lanu Moshe—and the Rebbe’s vision behind teaching these verses to children. This class helps parents understand what Torah Tziva truly means: conveying to our children the preciousness of Torah. Each video in this series will uncover another pasuk, offering insight into how parents can bring the Rebbe’s vision to life in their homes.

Rabbi Shais Taub is joined by Yitzchok Aharon Pinkesz, author of Kosher Astrology: A Jewish Guide to Celestial Wisdom to explore one of the most misunderstood topics in Jewish thought. Together, they discuss what astrology really means through the lens of Torah and how to distinguish kosher astrology from forbidden practices, and what role the stars and constellations play in shaping our spiritual path. You’ll even hear Rabbi Taub’s own astrological chart.

Avraham and Sarah as body and soul; "listen to Sarah" means refining the body, the ultimate purpose. Eliezer's miraculous journey teaches us about the nature of redemption from exile. The double telling of Eliezer's journey highlights marriage’s sanctity when founded on Torah and mitzvos. What Avraham used his circumcision for an oath. This class, taught by Rabbi Shais Taub, is based on Parshas Lech Lecha in Likkutei Sichos Vol. 1.

The childhood story of the Rebbe Rashab crying over his yearning for G-d's revelation provides a powerful lesson for every Jew. The lives of Avraham and Yitzchak serve as contrasting and essential paradigms for achieving our purpose in life.This class, taught by Rabbi Shais Taub, is based on Parshas Lech Lecha in Likkutei Sichos Vol. 1.

Avraham’s journey of Lech Lecha describes the spiritual path of every soul; the lives of Yishmael and Yitzchak reveal two distinct paradigms for raising a Jewish child. This class, taught by Rabbi Shais Taub, is based on Parshas Lech Lecha in Likkutei Sichos Vol. 1.

We approach the flood as a metaphor for spiritual and material challenges. The solution is to enter the "Teiva" (ark/words of Torah). This inner work is the essential preparation for re-engaging with the world and fulfilling one's duty to help the spiritual welfare of all interconnected Jewish souls. This class, taught by Rabbi Shais Taub, is based on Parshas Noach in Likkutei Sichos Vol. 1.

What if one idea could change the way you experience your entire year? In this sicha, the Rebbe shows how a single insight from Shabbos Bereishis transforms the way we live. This class, taught by Rabbi Shais Taub, is based on Parshas Bereishis in Likkutei Sichos Vol. 1.