Category: Text-Based Tanya

Lesson 37—Text Based Tanya

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Concluding Chapter 24 and the explanation of the complete disconnect from Hashem that is brought about at the moment of sin.

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Lesson 38—Text Based Tanya

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In this class we study Chapter 25 and finally conclude the long argument begun back in Chapter 18 that explains how to channel our soul's most primal survival instincts.

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Lesson 39—Text Based Tanya

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We begin Chapter 26 which speaks of the necessity of serving Hashem joyfully. Why is joy so important?

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Lesson 40—Text Based Tanya

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Continuing Chapter 26, we discuss the spiritual approach to maintaining joy even when beset by serious life problems.

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Lesson 41—Text Based Tanya

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How do we remain joyous even when beset by painful feelings of guilt? Why is guilt so dangerous? What is the productive response when it arises? Concluding Chapter 26.

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Lesson 42—Text Based Tanya

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Beginning Chapter 27. We discuss the negative repercussions of shame and how to overcome feelings of moral self-condemnation.

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Lesson 43—Text Based Tanya

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Continuing chapter 27, we discuss more of the positive contributions of the person who struggles with internal immoral impulses.

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Lesson 44—Text Based Tanya

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Concluding Ch. 27, we discuss the power of exerting self-mastery even over matters that are perfectly permissible.

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Lesson 45—Text Based Tanya

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In Chapter 28, we discuss what to do if we cannot concentrate during prayer because of distracting thoughts.

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Lesson 46—Text Based Tanya

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This week, we begin Chapter 29 which addresses the serious issue of spiritual apathy. What are the underlying causes for this condition and how is it remedied?

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Lesson 47—Text Based Tanya

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Not for the faint of heart. Continuing Ch 29, we get into the details of the self-administered process for smashing the ego.

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Lesson 48—Text Based Tanya

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Concluding Ch. 29 of Tanya, we explain the underlying mechanics of why removing the complacency of the ego automatically leads to an influx of faith. Also, we discuss this generation's need for alternative, gentler methods for ego reduction.

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