YIGDAL (Morning Blessings #11)

Unlock the secrets of the Yigdal prayer and gain a deeper understanding of its unique place in Jewish liturgy. We'll explore the mysterious origins and authorship, often attributed to Yechiel ben Baruch, and address the intriguing debate over its inclusion in various prayer books. Despite the Arizal's reservations about its Kabbalistic roots, Yigdal remains a cherished part of many traditions, serving as a profound introduction to the Rambam's 13 principles of faith. Join us as we navigate its structure and translation while emphasizing the need to preserve traditional dialects.Witness the majesty of God's incorporeal and eternal nature as we discuss His unmatched sovereignty over the universe. In this insightful conversation, we highlight the dangers of idolizing physical health or material possessions and the wisdom of maintaining a balanced life rooted in faith. Our exploration includes the divine gift of prophecy, bestowed upon those of great spiritual stature, and underscores the enduring relationship between God and His chosen people.Finally, we explore the spiritual practice of prayer as a means to deepen our connection with Hashem. Discover the transformative power of prayer in uplifting our spirits and instilling a sense of wholeness and security. By embracing daily prayer, we not only enhance our spiritual journey but also fulfill our mission to spread Hashem's love and glory throughout the world. Let this episode inspire you to be a beacon of light, sharing the goodness and divine purpose bestowed upon us._____________This Podcast Series is Generously Underwritten by Dr. Leonard & June GoldbergDownload the Prayer Podcast Worksheets:https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1iBVevW1ydyjSeyeO0iCcina7e8vix3Lt?usp=sharingThis episode (Ep. #25) of the Prayer Podcast by Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe of TORCH is dedicated to my dearest friends, Dr. Leonard & June Goldberg! May Hashem bless you and always lovingly accept your prayer for good health, success and true happiness!!!Recorded in the TORCH Centre - Levin Family Studio (B) to a live audience on December 31, 2024, in Houston, Texas.Released as Podcast on January 5, 2025_____________DONATE to TORCH: Please consider supporting the podcasts by making a donation to help fund our Jewish outreach and educational efforts at https://www.torchweb.org/support.php. Thank you!_____________SUBSCRIBE and LISTEN to other podcasts by Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe: NEW!! Prayer Podcast: https://prayerpodcast.transistor.fm/episodesJewish Inspiration Podcast: https://inspiration.transistor.fm/episodesParsha Review Podcast: https://parsha.transistor.fm/episodesLiving Jewishly Podcast: https://jewishly.transistor.fm/episodesThinking Talmudist Podcast: https://talmud.transistor.fm/episodesUnboxing Judaism Podcast: https://unboxing.transistor.fm/episodesRabbi Aryeh Wolbe Podcast Collection: https://collection.transistor.fm/episodesFor a full listing of podcasts available by TORCH at https://www.TORCHpodcasts.com_____________EMAIL your questions, comments, and feedback: [email protected]_____________Please visit www.torchweb.org to see a full listing of our outreach and educational resources available in the Greater Houston area!_____________#Prayer, #Tefillah, #Siddur, #Shul, #Jewishliturgy, #Yigdal, #YichielbenBaruch, #prayerbooks, #Arizal, #Kabbalisticroots, #Rambam, #13principlesoffaith, #traditionaldialects, #God, #sovereignty, #idolizing, #physicalhealth, #materialpossessions, #prophecy, #spiritualstature, #prayer, #connection, #Hashem, #Torah, #divineaccountability, #divinejustice, #upliftment, #wholesomeness, #love, #goodness, #lightuntothenations #Heartfelt, #Blessing  ★ Support this podcast ★