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1:53
The Weekly Torah Portion
In ASL (American Sign Language)
By Yehoshua Soudakoff
Discover the meaning and significance of the weekly Torah portion.
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4:13
Parshah Bereishit
In ASL (American Sign Language)
By Yehoshua Soudakoff
Why the Torah begins with the second letter in the Hebrew alphabet: the letter "bet".
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5:32
Parshah Noach
In ASL (American Sign Language)
By Yehoshua Soudakoff
The opening verse in the narrative of Noah and The Flood teaches us a profound lesson in the power of speech.
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4:33
Parshah Lech-Lecha
In ASL (American Sign Language)
By Yehoshua Soudakoff
Abraham’s leaving Israel and descent to Egypt is in truth a continuum of his ascent into the Land of Israel…
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6:30
Parshah Vayeira
In ASL (American Sign Language)
By Yehoshua Soudakoff
Abraham’s son Issac was the first to be circumcised at eight days old; what is the significance in this mitzvah being performed at such a tender age?
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3:20
Parshah Chayei-Sarah
In ASL (American Sign Language)
By Yehoshua Soudakoff
The name of the Torah portion Chayei Sarah means the life of Sarah, though the parshah details her passing. This teaches us what constitutes true life.
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5:41
Parshah Toldot
In ASL (American Sign Language)
By Yehoshua Soudakoff
Why does our patriarch Yaakov (Jacob) use deception as means to receive the blessings from his father Yitzchak (Isaac)?
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1:09:22
Parshah Vayeitzei
In ASL (American Sign Language)
By Yehoshua Soudakoff
Jacob works tirelessly at his uncle Laban’s house, but his efforts consisted of much more than merely tending the sheep…
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5:43
Parshah Vayishlach
In ASL (American Sign Language)
By Yehoshua Soudakoff
From Jacob’s struggle and eventual triumph over an angel of G-d we derive a powerful lesson in overcoming our natural inclinations.
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5:20
Parshah Vayeishev
In ASL (American Sign Language)
By Yehoshua Soudakoff
The parshah details the story of Joseph, which caused much pain for his father Jacob, yet the parshah is called Vayeishev, meaning Jacob settled down.
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5:31
Parshah Mikeitz
In ASL (American Sign Language)
By Yehoshua Soudakoff
In this week’s Torah portion we read about Pharaoh’s two dreams, whereas last week we read of Joseph’s two dreams; discover the difference between them.
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6:36
Parshah Vayigash
In ASL (American Sign Language)
By Yehoshua Soudakoff
Jacob’s family moves down to Egypt after discovering that Joseph is alive and well, but it also is the beginning of the Jewish exile in Egypt.
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5:51
Parshah Vayechi
In ASL (American Sign Language)
By Yehoshua Soudakoff
Chushim, the deaf grandson of Jacob, saved the day when the burial of Jacob was being obstructed by Esau.
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5:22
Parshah Shemot
In ASL (American Sign Language)
By Yehoshua Soudakoff
In the Egyptian bondage, Pharaoh decreed that all Jewish newborn baby boys had to be thrown into the Nile River, and that all baby girls were to be "made alive." What is the eternal lesson from this terrible decree?
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4:59
Parshah Va'eira
In ASL (American Sign Language)
By Yehoshua Soudakoff
Despite our differences, it is important to remember that we are all equally important. Discover how we learn this lesson from Moses and Aaron in this week's parshah.
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5:22
Parshah Bo
In ASL (American Sign Language)
By Yehoshua Soudakoff
Prior to the tenth plague in Egypt, the death of the firstborn, G‑d instructed the Jewish people to take lambs and tie them to their bedposts for four days. What was the purpose of this, and what can we learn from it today?
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5:55
Parshah Beshalach
In ASL (American Sign Language)
By Yehoshua Soudakoff
When the Jews travelled through the desert for forty years, they were sustained by manna—miraculous bread from heaven. What is the manna’s message for us today?
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5:22
Parshah Yitro
In ASL (American Sign Language)
By Yehoshua Soudakoff
The giving of the Torah at Mt. Sinai is the defining moment for our people, when G-d told us the “ten Commandments.” In truth, what was so new that we received at Sinai since our Patriarchs already studied Torah earlier?
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4:41
Parshah Mishpatim
In ASL (American Sign Language)
By Yehoshua Soudakoff
Mishpatim, meaning laws, are just one of the three categories of commandments found in the Torah. The other two are “decrees” and “testimonies.” What is the difference between the three classifications of mitzvot?
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4:58
Parshah Terumah
In ASL (American Sign Language)
By Yehoshua Soudakoff
G-d instructs the Jewish People to construct a sanctuary for him to dwell amongst them. Why would G-d, who is infinite, need a physical sanctuary for His presence?
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5:00
Parshah Tetzaveh
In ASL (American Sign Language)
By Yehoshua Soudakoff
Intriguing about this week's parsha, Tetzvaeh, is the fact that Moses' name does not appear anywhere in it! This is the only Torah Portion from the time Moses was born (till the final book) that his name is not mentioned. What is the reason for this?
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8:25
Parshah Ki-Tisa
In ASL (American Sign Language)
By Yehoshua Soudakoff
G-d instructs Moses to collect a half-shekel coin from each man as means of counting the Jewish people. But Moses grapples to understand the half-shekel’s significance till G-d shows him a coin of fire. What does this all mean?
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5:22
Parshah Vayakhel
In ASL (American Sign Language)
By Yehoshua Soudakoff
In this week's parsha, we read of the actually building of the Tabernacle. The structure had three coverings, from sheep’s wool, from goat hair, and from “tachash” hide. Discover the meaning behind them.
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6:54
Parshah Pekudei
In ASL (American Sign Language)
By Yehoshua Soudakoff
Why does the Torah extensively discuss the construction of the Tabernacle, to the point where it describes the building process twice?
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4:48
Parshah Vayikra
In ASL (American Sign Language)
By Yehoshua Soudakoff
The third book of the Torah, Leviticus I, details the sacrifices brought in the Holy Temple. What is their significance to us today?
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5:39
Parshah Tzav
In ASL (American Sign Language)
By Yehoshua Soudakoff
"A continuous fire shall burn upon the altar; it shall not go out" (Leviticus 6:6).What spiritual lessons could we draw from this commandment?
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6:00
Parshah Shemini
In ASL (American Sign Language)
By Yehoshua Soudakoff
This parsha video presents a basic understanding of the meaning behind the kosher dietary laws.
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4:51
Parshah Tazria
In ASL (American Sign Language)
By Yehoshua Soudakoff
Tzaraat, a physical disease that was a result of a spiritual blemish caused by gossip, would only be determined by the authority of a kohen, why?
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5:20
Parshah Metzora
In ASL (American Sign Language)
By Yehoshua Soudakoff
Discover the connection between a Chassidic tale of the Baal Shem Tov, gossip, and the Temple in Jerusalem!
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3:41
Parshah Acharei
In ASL (American Sign Language)
By Yehoshua Soudakoff
This Torah portion mentions the passing of Aaron's two sons, Nadav and Avhiu., whom according to Chassidic teaching their souls expired in ecstasy of cleaving to G-d. What is the lesson for us?
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Rosh Hashana and the Purpose of Life
In ASL (American Sign Language)
By Yehoshua Soudakoff
A reflection on Rosh Hashanah that gives insight into the purpose of life, and is connected to “hide-and-seek”…
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1:28
A Chanukah ASL ABC Story
In ASL (American Sign Language)
By Darby Yosef
An ASL ABC story video with a Chanukah theme. It's a great way to learn about the Chanukah story in an unique way!
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3:22
A Chanukah Question
In ASL (American Sign Language)
By Yehoshua Soudakoff
This video challenges us to think twice about the reason why we light the menorah for eight nights.
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13:33
Purim - The Story
In ASL (American Sign Language)
Join Joshua as he embarks on an adventure to Shushan and learn the Purim story as he talks with the local residents.
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4:53
The Passover Diet
In ASL (American Sign Language)
Mr. Overweight searches for the ultimate diet with proven results and discovers Passover along the way…
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5:24
True Freedom
Uncover the true meaning of freedom and how it applies to the Exodus from Egypt.
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4:16
A Passover Message
In ASL (American Sign Language)
Enjoy this humorous story that conveys an inspiring Passover message.
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9:10
Shavuot: The Giving of the Torah
with Joshua and Yaakov in ASL (American Sign Language)
By Yehoshua Soudakoff
A lively discussion of what happened at Mount Sinai when G-d gave the Torah to the Jews. In American Sign Language.
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5:07
Making Latkes
Cooking with Rachel in ASL (American Sign Language)
with Rachel Soudakoff
Instructions on how to celebrate Chanukah by making your own delicious fried potato pancakes. In American Sign Language.
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8:31
Signs of the Mezuzah
In ASL (American Sign Language)
By Yehoshua Soudakoff
A mysterious package brings two Jews together in this short narrative that teaches about the mitzvah of putting up a mezuzah.
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3:42
The Jewish Birthday
In ASL (American Sign Language)
By Yehoshua Soudakoff
More than just a day of partying, a Jewish birthday celebrates your being. It provides an opportunity for growth.
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7:37
Making Matzah Ball Soup
Cooking with Rachel in ASL (American Sign Language)
Learn how to make a mouth-watering matzah ball soup in this easy-to-follow video.
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11:01
A Deaf Survivor's Story - Part 1
An Interview with Charlotte Friedman in ASL - Part 1
with Rachel Soudakoff
Deaf Holocaust survivor, Charlotte Friedman, talks about how she successfully escaped war-torn Europe and the many experiences she had on the way, including meeting Ann Frank and her family in Holland.
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13:30
A Deaf Survivor's Story - Part 2
An Interview with Charlotte Friedman in ASL - Part 2
with Rachel Soudakoff
Deaf Holocaust survivor, Charlotte Friedman, talks about how she successfully escaped war-torn Europe and the many experiences she had on the way, including meeting Ann Frank and her family in Holland.
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1:16
The Shema Prayer
In ASL (American Sign Language)
Learn the Shema prayer with Hebrew and English subtitles and also in ASL.
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4 Comments
4:20
Mezuzah
The Jewish Homeowner’s Insurance Policy
By Yehoshua Soudakoff
A funny video about the special mitzvah of placing a mezuzah on the doorposts of our homes.
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3:51
Tzedaka: Sharing with Others
In ASL (American Sign Language)
By Yehoshua Soudakoff
A comedic portrayal of the positive impact tzedaka (charity) has in our lives.
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2:18
Why Jewish Burial?
By Yehoshua Soudakoff
A brief discussion on the importance of burial in Judaism.
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2:43
Why Fast?
In ASL (American Sign Language)
By Yehoshua Soudakoff
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3:26
The Seven Noahide Laws
In ASL (American Sign Language)
By Yehoshua Soudakoff
Discover the secret to being a good person—a message for all mankind.
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10:31
Summer Camp for Jewish Deaf Kids
Can you imagine the awesomeness of attending a camp geared for Jewish Deaf boys? Nowhere else in the world will you find such a camp program like ours at Camp L'man Achai. Summer 2014 was the start of a beautiful program for deaf boys 8-16 years old from all over the world.
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