Ep. 96 - 🎤 Ask Away! #34: Worst Sins, Loving Chassidim & the Real Power Against Enemies [The Q&A Series]

About this episode

Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe addresses profound questions about Jewish law, interfaith marriage, and personal growth through Torah study.

In Ask Away #34, Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe tackles profound and sometimes challenging questions with clarity, warmth, and deep Torah insight. The episode begins with a clear explanation of the 613 Mitzvos, the 365 prohibitions, and the 7 Noahide laws, emphasizing that we should treat every commandment as if it were the most important. He then explores the deeper purpose of the Temple — not only an external structure but a call for us to elevate ourselves through real-life struggle and growth, rather than remaining in isolated holiness. Rabbi Wolbe addresses the complexities of Shalom Bayit in interfaith marriages, the beauty of learning to speak each other’s “language” in marriage, and offers a heartfelt defense of Chassidic customs while highlighting the extraordinary Chesed (kindness) of the Chassidic community (Hatzalah, Bikur Cholim, etc.). He responds thoughtfully to a difficult contemporary question about enemies and chastisement, reminding listeners that the ultimate solution lies in our own Teshuvah and closeness to Hashem. The session closes with inspiration on the centrality of Torah study throughout Jewish history and the incredible resources available today. As always, Rabbi…

People in this episode

Host: Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe

Topics covered

• Mitzvos
• Chassidic customs
• Shalom Bayit
• interfaith marriages
• Torah study
• personal growth

Keywords

• Mitzvos
• Chassidim
• Shalom Bayit
• Torah study
• Teshuvah
• Hatzalah
• Bikur Cholim

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Organizations: TORCH

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