Yaakov Klein is a lecturer, musician, and the author of "The Story of Our Lives", "Sparks from Berditchov", and "Sunlight of Redemption"(Feldheim). He lives in London with his wife Shira and their three children, where he heads Eilecha, an organisation dedicated to fostering greater religious depth and spirituality in the local community and beyond through classes, immersive events, and trips.
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R’ Yaakov Klein is an author, musician, and lecturer devoted to sharing the inner light of Torah through his books, music and lectures. Over the last 10 years, R' Yaakov has shared his passion for the Chassidic wisdom and the inner light of Torah in a plethora of educational capacities including as teacher for the Illinois Center for Jewish Studies and Yeshivat Mevaseret Tzion, as the founding director of the Lost Princess Initiative (LPI), and as a freelance content creator and educator for ...
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The Dancing Flame of the Tzaddik (Chanukah Series #3)
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In the third episode in our pre-Chanukah series in partnership with Beis Gavriel, we delve into the secret of the Tzaddik's role in channeling the energy of the Beis HaMikdash in every generation.R' Yaakov Klein/Eilecha
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Continuing our exploration of Shabbos Kodesh, we discuss the concept of serving Hashem for nothing other than the relationship itself.R' Yaakov Klein/Eilecha
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The Secret Code Between Soul and Source (Yichud HaHisbodedus #18)
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In this episode of our series on Rav Avraham Tzvi Kluger's "Yichud HaHibodedus", we continue chapter 3, exploring the importance of vulnerability on the part of the "giver", as well as what Hashem hears when we praise Him, and the inner light of what we really mean to say. We hope you enjoy this class, and please remember to like, subscribe, leave …
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In this second episode in our pre-Chanukah series in partnership with Beis Gavriel, we explore an incredible Mei HaShiloach about the nature of our reality and discuss the childlike, imaginative experience of faith embodied by the Beis HaMikdash. We hope you enjoy this shiur! Please consider sharing the link with family and friends so more Jews can…
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In this first episode in a brand-new series in partnership with Beis Gavriel, we get acquanted with sefer Likutei Halachos, and begin our journey by exploring the concept of the "Koach HaMedameh", and about how faith depends on a refined sense of "holy imagination". We hope you enjoy this shiur! Please consider sharing the link with family and frie…
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Picking up our series in Kesser Shem Tov, we explore #37, 38, 41 and 42 where the Baal Shem Tov teaches about the meaning of religious commitment, the necessary illusion of distance from Hashem's Presence, and the importance of praising Hashem, channeling unity into existence. We hope you enjoy, and please remember to like, comment, subscribe, and …
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How Emunah Helps Us Believe In Ourselves (Yichud HaHisbodedus #17)
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How Emunah Helps Us Believe In Ourselves (Yichud HaHisbodedus #17) by R' Yaakov Klein/EilechaR' Yaakov Klein/Eilecha
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Let Go of the Garment! (Sichos HaRan #99,100)
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Let Go of the Garment! (Sichos HaRan #99,100) by R' Yaakov Klein/EilechaR' Yaakov Klein/Eilecha
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Living Shabbos Like There's No Tomorrow! (Inner Dimension of Shabbos #47)
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Living Shabbos Like There's No Tomorrow! (Inner Dimension of Shabbos #47) by R' Yaakov Klein/EilechaR' Yaakov Klein/Eilecha
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Picking up our series in Kesser Shem Tov, we explore #31, 34, 35 and 36 where the Baal Shem Tov teaches about the power of positive thought, and how it is possible to discover the Unity and Goodness of Hashem in even the most fragmented of moments. In the final teaching, the tzaddik reveals an incredible understanding of how even the slightest of f…
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Comforting Hashem - One Year Since Oct. 7 (Yichud HaHisbodedus #16)
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In this episode of our series on Rav Avraham Tzvi Kluger's "Yichud HaHibodedus", we continue chapter 3, exploring the concept of "consoling Hashem" in the context of the first anniversary of October 7th, with specific focus on how to hold onto hope in what appear to be the most hopeless of times. We hope you enjoy this class, and please remember to…
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Picking up our series in Kesser Shem Tov, we explore #29 where the Baal Shem Tov reveals an absolutely transformative perspective on how to deal with distracting thoughts during davening. Mindblowing!!! Ashreinu!We hope you enjoy, and please remember to like, comment, subscribe, and share to help support our channel!ACCESS ALL OF EILECHA: https://l…
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As we continue our series in sefer Sichos HaRan, we learn an incredible concept about the dual creation of the world in both Tishrei and Nissan and the way in which exile, nighttime, and winter are merely the gestation periods of redemption, daytime, and summer. We hope you enjoy! Please consider liking this track, subscribing to the channel, leavi…
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UNFORTUNATELY, THIS RECORDING GOT CUT OFF. Be"H we will go over the latter part of this shiur in the next episode. In this episode of our series on Rav Avraham Tzvi Kluger's "Yichud HaHibodedus", we continue chapter 3, discovering the beauty of revealing our essence during Hisbodedus and experiencing a "heart broken open" in the presence of Hashem.…
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The Kabbalistic Connection Between Adam, Chava, and Prayer This episode delves into the Kabbalistic teachings of Rav Nosson, exploring the concept of Adam and Chava as one entity before their separation, and how this metaphor extends to the creation and perception of existence. It discusses how speech (Malchus) is central to creation, as articulate…
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R' Yaakov Klein LM II 73 Part. 3 Exploring Creation and Consciousness through Kabbalah and Chassidus In this episode, the speaker delves into the teachings of Tarach of Hay and Tar ayin Gimel in Timyana, focusing on the concepts of tehillim and espoididus. The ultimate goal is to understand Reb Nassim's teachings in Likutey Halachas, which relate t…
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👉 "Who is Hashem?" 👉 "What does Hashem want from me?" 👉 "Does Judaism have to be so intense?" All of us have asked these questions at some point along our spiritual journey. In this Elul class (delivered in Manchester, UK) we discover a way of understanding Hashem and His Intention that is genuinely transformative in its simplicity, health, and bea…
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In this episode of our series on Rav Avraham Tzvi Kluger's "Yichud HaHibodedus", we continue chapter 3, discovering the essence of "tniyus", and what it means to reveal our "nekudos tovos" in the context of hisbodedus, accessing a true and abiding sense of self-worth. We hope you enjoy this class, and please remember to like, subscribe, leave a com…
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Picking up our series in Kesser Shem Tov, which we began last year as an erev Shabbos shiur (find the first seven episodes here: / foundations-of-chassidus-sefer , we explore #26 - about experiencing both love and awe in our tefillos, #27 - about why laughter is bound up with the redemption, and #28 - about how moments of fear and phobic reactions …
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In this shiur, we continue our exploration of Lecha Dodi, discovering the deeper meaning of "lo seivoshi" and why it is that Shabbos assures us we will no longer be ashamed.R' Yaakov Klein/Eilecha
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R' Yaakov Klein LM 73 Pt 2 Unlocking the 50 Gates of Bina: Insights from Rabbi Nachman In this insightful session from a study group in London, the discussion centers around the teachings of Rabbi Nachman, particularly focusing on the 50 Gates of Bina. The speaker elaborates on the concept of the 50th gate being beyond human reach, touching on how …
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The Love - Starved Child Within (Yichud HaHisbodedus #12)
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The Love - Starved Child Within (Yichud HaHisbodedus #12) by R' Yaakov Klein/EilechaR' Yaakov Klein/Eilecha
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Coming Face To Face With Hashem (Yichud HaHisbodedus #11)
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In the eleventh episode of our series on sefer Yichud HaHisbodedus, we continue chapter two, exploring a wide range of themes relating to achieving true deveikus with Hashem and contemporary issues.We hope you enjoy this class, and please remember to like, subscribe, leave a comment, and help us spread these life-giving messages by sharing with fam…
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In the tenth episode of our series on sefer Yichud HaHisbodedus, we continue chapter two, exploring one final dynamic element in the relationship between a tzeddakah collector and his benefactor, an element that shifts the relationship entirely.We hope you enjoy this class, and please remember to like, subscribe, leave a comment, and help us spread…
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Hashem Doesn't Force Us! (Yichud HaHisbodedus #13)
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In this wide-ranging episode of our series on Rav Avraham Tzvi Kluger's "Yichud HaHibodedus", we begin chapter 3, learning about the way Hashem "needs" us and the incredible value each of us have in being invited to partner with Hashem in "perfecting perfection". We hope you enjoy this class, and please remember to like, subscribe, leave a comment,…
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The Incredible Power of Tehillim (Sichos HaRan 97, 98a)
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As we continue our series in sefer Sichos HaRan, we explore a few remarkable teachings about the power of reciting Tehillim, and how living with bitachon can change everything. We hope you enjoy! Please consider liking this track, subscribing to the channel, leaving a comment, and sharing this shiur with family and friends! Let's increase the light…
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Picking up our series in Kesser Shem Tov, which we began last year as an erev Shabbos shiur (find the first seven episodes here: https://soundcloud.com/yaakov-klein/sets/foundations-of-chassidus-sefer), we explore #23 - about finding Hashem in Torah study and our everyday interactions, #24 - about general and specific reframing of difficult circums…
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The Redemptive Energy of Shabbos Kodesh (The Inner Dimension of Shabbos #45)
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In this shiur, we continue our exploration of Lecha Dodi, exploring the concept of "geulah pratis" and what it might mean for us to experience Shabbos as a taste of redemption.R' Yaakov Klein/Eilecha
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Living The Good Life (The Inner Dimension Of Shabbos #44) by R' Yaakov Klein/EilechaR' Yaakov Klein/Eilecha
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Nothing Natural About Nature (The Inner Dimension of Shabbos #43) by R' Yaakov Klein/EilechaR' Yaakov Klein/Eilecha
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Exploring the 50 Gates of Tshuva: Insights and Understandings In this episode, we embark on a new study as part of the Kolat Har Eschayim network, focusing on the teachings related to the 50 gates of Tshuva. The speaker explains the mystical concepts behind these gates, especially their connection to the sphere of Bina, which is above the natural r…
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In the tenth episode of our series on sefer Yichud HaHisbodedus, we continue chapter two, exploring one final dynamic element in the relationship between a tzeddakah collector and his benefactor, an element that shifts the relationship entirely.We hope you enjoy this class, and please remember to like, subscribe, leave a comment, and help us spread…
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Breslov's Doctrine of the Tzaddik (Class Trip With Rebbe Nachman #94 - SH 96c)
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In our third and final class on Sichos HaRan 96, we learn about the task of the tzaddikim, clarifying the dramatic differences between the Christian conception of "Grace" and the Breslover focus on Hashem's Unconditional Love for each Jew, as well as the nature of it' focus on connection to "the Tzaddik Emes."We hope you enjoy! Please consider liki…
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In this "bonus" class as part of our Sichos HaRan series, we take a look at an incredible teaching from the Ramchal in sefer Adir BaMarom, where the tzaddik explains the Kabbalistic understanding for why it is that cats chase mice, and why although some mice are indeed caught by the cat, others are able to elude it. We hope you enjoy! Please consid…
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The Key to Authentic Relationships (Yichud HaHisbodedus #9)
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The Key to Authentic Relationships (Yichud HaHisbodedus #9) by R' Yaakov Klein/EilechaR' Yaakov Klein/Eilecha
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R’ Yaakov Klein is an author, musician, and lecturer devoted to sharing the inner light of Torah through his books, music and lectures. Over the last 10 years, R' Yaakov has shared his passion for the Chassidic wisdom and the inner light of Torah in a plethora of educational capacities including as teacher for the Illinois Center for Jewish Studies…
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R’ Yaakov Klein is an author, musician, and lecturer devoted to sharing the inner light of Torah through his books, music and lectures. Over the last 10 years, R' Yaakov has shared his passion for the Chassidic wisdom and the inner light of Torah in a plethora of educational capacities including as teacher for the Illinois Center for Jewish Studies…
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When the Soul Overflows (Yichud HaHisbodedus #8)
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In the eighth episode in our series on Yichud HaHisbodedus, we discover an exception to the rule of easing in to Hisbodedus in an orderly way - those moments when we are in so much pain that we just jump right into the thick of things. We also explore a beautiful teaching from the Piacezner Rebbe zy"a about the inherent experience of Hashem our sou…
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Redemptive Metamorphosis: A Fresh Perspective on Struggling Souls
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In this shiur delivered to parents of "teens in crisis" (souls in pain), we explored two remarkable teachings about the unique nature of the souls that would be descending in the generation before the final redemption - "neshamos shel Olam HaTohu".[None of what is shared here does anything to ch"v minimize the agony of everyone affected by the pain…
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R’ Yaakov Klein is an author, musician, and lecturer devoted to sharing the inner light of Torah through his books, music and lectures. Over the last 10 years, R' Yaakov has shared his passion for the Chassidic wisdom and the inner light of Torah in a plethora of educational capacities including as teacher for the Illinois Center for Jewish Studies…
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R’ Yaakov Klein is an author, musician, and lecturer devoted to sharing the inner light of Torah through his books, music and lectures. Over the last 10 years, R' Yaakov has shared his passion for the Chassidic wisdom and the inner light of Torah in a plethora of educational capacities including as teacher for the Illinois Center for Jewish Studies…
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R’ Yaakov Klein is an author, musician, and lecturer devoted to sharing the inner light of Torah through his books, music and lectures. Over the last 10 years, R' Yaakov has shared his passion for the Chassidic wisdom and the inner light of Torah in a plethora of educational capacities including as teacher for the Illinois Center for Jewish Studies…
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R’ Yaakov Klein is an author, musician, and lecturer devoted to sharing the inner light of Torah through his books, music and lectures. Over the last 10 years, R' Yaakov has shared his passion for the Chassidic wisdom and the inner light of Torah in a plethora of educational capacities including as teacher for the Illinois Center for Jewish Studies…
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R’ Yaakov Klein is an author, musician, and lecturer devoted to sharing the inner light of Torah through his books, music and lectures. Over the last 10 years, R' Yaakov has shared his passion for the Chassidic wisdom and the inner light of Torah in a plethora of educational capacities including as teacher for the Illinois Center for Jewish Studies…
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Sweet Moments in Hashem's Spotlight (Yichud HaHisbodedus #7)
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In the seventh episode in our series on Yichud HaHisbodedus, we further explore the dynamic of moments spent with Hashem, discovering the awesome sweetness and "nachas" of basking in Hashem's undivided attention, care, concern, and adoration. We hope you enjoy this class, and please remember to like, subscribe, leave a comment, and help us spread t…
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Hashem... Buys us Jewelry? (The Inner Dimension of Shabbos Kodesh #42)
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In this installment of our Inner Dimension of Shabbos series, we complete Rav Kluger's first essay on Lecha Dodi, exploring the way Hashem rectifies the vessels of our physical reality and then fills them with spiritual energy, bringing us from exile to redemption, from loneliness to a state of existential betrothal. SOURCE SHEETS: drive.google.com…
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In our second class on Sichos HaRan 96, we explore the way in which the tzaddik is able to construct worlds of unity and coherence from behind the veil of his opponent's verbal abuse, seeing these attacks in a deeper way. We hope you enjoy! Please consider liking this track, subscribing to the channel, leaving a comment, and sharing this shiur with…
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We Are No Longer in the Ghetto. The Time to Act is NOW! (The Inner Dimension of Shabbos Kodesh #41)
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In this installment of our Inner Dimension of Shabbos series, we explore the unique ability of our generation's Jews to begin the work of reaching out beyond our communal boundaries for the purpose of fulfilling our role as the "priesthood sect" of humanity - the firstborn child in our human family whose role is to guide, nurture, instruct, and cla…
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Expansive Mind, Open Heart, Nurtured Soul (Yichud HaHisbodedus #6)
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In this installment of our Inner Dimension of Shabbos series, we explore the unique ability of our generation's Jews to begin the work of reaching out beyond our communal boundaries for the purpose of fulfilling our role as the "priesthood sect" of humanity - the firstborn child in our human family whose role is to guide, nurture, instruct, and cla…
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Entering The Relational Space (Yichud HaHisbodedus #5)
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In the fifth episode of our series on "Yichud HaHisbodedus", we discuss the consciousness with which a Jew should enter the space of Hisbodedus, hearing within one's heart and soul the echo of Hashem's excitement the a Jew has approached to spend time with Him - "Tov Shebata, thank you for coming!" - and the way this expansive consciousness will en…
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