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Lessons in Tanya

Transform your commute into a spiritual awakening. Join us for an engaging exploration of one of Jewish mysticism's most profound texts, made completely accessible for modern listeners. Each episode features two dynamic voices diving deep...more

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Chapter Thirty Two: Soul Over Body—True Love

Episode 33

July 23, 2025

Chapter Thirty Two: Soul Over Body—True Love

This chapter explains how the practice of valuing one's divine inner essence over their physical self leads directly to fulfilling the command to love...

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Chapter Thirty One: Spiritual Bitterness to True Joy

Episode 32

July 23, 2025

Chapter Thirty One: Spiritual Bitterness to True Joy

This chapter tackles the challenge of feeling down after examining one's spiritual shortcomings. It explains how a deep, active sense of remorse, unlike a...

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Chapter Thirty: Lower Than The Lowliest Sinner?

Episode 31

June 19, 2025

Chapter Thirty: Lower Than The Lowliest Sinner?

This chapter explores a profound method for overcoming spiritual insensitivity: cultivating true lowliness of spirit. It delves into the challenging instruction to genuinely consider...

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Chapter Twenty Nine: Overcoming Spiritual Dullness

Episode 30

June 19, 2025

Chapter Twenty Nine: Overcoming Spiritual Dullness

This chapter addresses a significant challenge for individuals striving for spiritual growth: a persistent dullness or insensitivity of the heart. This condition can make...

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Chapter Twenty Eight: Battling Distracting Thoughts in Prayer

Episode 29

June 19, 2025

Chapter Twenty Eight: Battling Distracting Thoughts in Prayer

This chapter provides guidance on managing intrusive thoughts that arise during moments of spiritual devotion, such as prayer or study. Unlike thoughts encountered during...

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Chapter Twenty Seven: Joy in Battling Bad Thoughts

Episode 28

June 19, 2025

Chapter Twenty Seven: Joy in Battling Bad Thoughts

This chapter shifts focus to a specific type of sadness: that arising from the presence of unwanted thoughts and desires in one's mind, particularly...

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