Maayon Yisroel » Shemos http://maayonyisroel.com Fri, 18 May 2012 19:54:34 +0000 en hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.3.1 With his mystical teachings, love for all Jews and deep passion for G-d, the 18th century mystical rabbi known as Reb Yisroel, the Baal Shem Tov unraveled the deep and mystical secrets of the Torah and sparked the souls of the masses at a time when many were at the verge of losing their ferver. Through principals derived from his teachings, Maayon Yisroel, which translates as "The Wellsprings of Yisroel," aims to follow in the noble tradition of rejuvenating Yiddishkeit by showing how mystical ideas can be applied to modern life. These concepts which until now, have been largely inaccessible to the English-speaking public, have the power to provide the spirituality that Jews today complain is so often lacking in their experience of Judaism, as a mechanical and technical series of laws. Classes in Kabbalah and Chassidic Philosophy The Baal Shem Tov would frequently quote the saying of The Sages "Rachmana Liba Ba'ei" - "G-D seeks the heart." His mission was to reveal the Soul and ignite the heart in every Jew. Through teaching the mysticism of the Torah, often called by the Zohar "Nishmasa D'Oraisa"-"the soul of the Torah", he uncovered the inner strata of the soul. Furthering the mission of the Baal Shem Tov, Maayon Yisroel hosts many classes for men and women, for beginners and advanced students of Jewish Mysticism. In addition, lectures are widely distributed on CD's and through the Internet. In the near future, live streaming video will be available. Construction of a comprehensive library of relevant English and Hebrew texts is underway. Nature and the Soul The early years of the Baal Shem Tov were spent outdoors in the forests, hills, meadows, streams and lakes of the Carpathian Mountains, where he served and connected to G-D enveloped by nature. Time away from the distractions and noise of city life, among the chirping birds and fluttering leaves provides a natural setting that is conducive for meditation in a unique way. Maayon Yisroel works to refresh the spirit and tap into the Soul through learning hikes, camping Shabbatons, backpacking trips and other nature excursions. Music is the Pen of the Soul Chassidic Philosophy teaches that music has the power to connect to places that are beyond words. The Baal Shem Tov utilized song and music as an integral part of serving G-D. Many beautiful melodies were composed by the Rebbes and Chassidim. Maayon Yisroel seeks to bring back this tradition by teaching niggunim, and hosting musical events, including concerts, Melave Malkas and kumzitzs' lead by talented singers and musicians. The Next Generation The Baal Shem Tov appreciated the innocence and sincere qualities of children and took a special interest in their care and education. Through singing and stories he nurtured and cultivated their love for G-D and his Torah. We too have the opportunity to provide for our children in a meaningful and profound manner. Maayon Yisroel creates adventurous, soul stimulating programs fusing stories, music, singing and dancing with hiking, camping and fishing, which are designed to facilitate joy and a deep passion for Judaism. Heartfelt Prayer Fervent and passionate prayer were the hallmark of the Baal Shem Tov's Chassidic movement. He taught that prayer is the medium for the soul to bond and cleave to its Maker. Maayon Yisroel's classes, environment and community strive to develop a mystical and heartfelt dimension to prayer. Opening with learning, incorporating song and a respectful pace are staples of Maayon Yisroel's approach to prayer, to ignite the heart and reveal the Soul. Rabbi Reuven Wolf clean Rabbi Reuven Wolf maayonyisroel@gmail.com maayonyisroel@gmail.com (Rabbi Reuven Wolf) Maayon Yisroel Jewish, Kabballah, Chasidut, Soul, Mysticism, Esoteric, Spirituality, Meditation, Torah Maayon Yisroel » Shemos http://maayonyisroel.com/wp-content/plugins/powerpress/rss_default.jpg http://maayonyisroel.com/category/weekly-parsha/exodus/shemos/ TV-Y Shemos – Every Last One! http://maayonyisroel.com/1433/shemos-every-last-one/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=shemos-every-last-one http://maayonyisroel.com/1433/shemos-every-last-one/#comments Tue, 10 Jan 2012 11:09:35 +0000 admin http://maayonyisroel.com/?p=1433 In the upcoming redemption.

]]> http://maayonyisroel.com/1433/shemos-every-last-one/feed/ 0 In the upcoming redemption. In the upcoming redemption. Rabbi Reuven Wolf clean 1:19:21 Shemos – Geulah Within Golus http://maayonyisroel.com/973/shemos-geulah-within-golus/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=shemos-geulah-within-golus http://maayonyisroel.com/973/shemos-geulah-within-golus/#comments Wed, 29 Dec 2010 05:43:47 +0000 admin http://maayonyisroel.com/?p=973 Getting in touch with your inner Levi.

]]> http://maayonyisroel.com/973/shemos-geulah-within-golus/feed/ 0 Getting in touch with your inner Levi. Getting in touch with your inner Levi. Rabbi Reuven Wolf clean 1:03:17 Shemos – Lehavin Mamar Razal Al Ha’Pasuk Ki Tovim Dodecha Mi’Yayin http://maayonyisroel.com/970/shemos-lehavin-mamar-razal-al-hapasuk-ki-tovim-dodecha-miyayin/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=shemos-lehavin-mamar-razal-al-hapasuk-ki-tovim-dodecha-miyayin http://maayonyisroel.com/970/shemos-lehavin-mamar-razal-al-hapasuk-ki-tovim-dodecha-miyayin/#comments Tue, 28 Dec 2010 06:26:26 +0000 admin http://maayonyisroel.com/?p=970 Torah is compared to wine because like wine it reveals the secret. That is, a irrational love for G-d which is hidden at the core of every soul it can only be revealed when the wine – Torah and Mitzvos – enter. However the  blessing preceding the Mitzvah is higher then the Mitzvah itself, for it draws down an encompassing light upon the soul enabling the Mitzvah to be preformed.

]]> http://maayonyisroel.com/970/shemos-lehavin-mamar-razal-al-hapasuk-ki-tovim-dodecha-miyayin/feed/ 0 Torah is compared to wine because like wine it reveals the secret. That is, a irrational love for G-d which is hidden at the core of every soul it can only be revealed when the wine - Torah and Mitzvos - enter. Torah is compared to wine because like wine it reveals the secret. That is, a irrational love for G-d which is hidden at the core of every soul it can only be revealed when the wine - Torah and Mitzvos - enter. However the  blessing preceding the Mitzvah is higher then the Mitzvah itself, for it draws down an encompassing light upon the soul enabling the Mitzvah to be preformed. Rabbi Reuven Wolf clean 2:03:00 Shemos – Payday http://maayonyisroel.com/960/shemos-payday/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=shemos-payday http://maayonyisroel.com/960/shemos-payday/#comments Wed, 22 Dec 2010 20:02:49 +0000 admin http://maayonyisroel.com/?p=960 Getting paid is a serious matter.

]]> http://maayonyisroel.com/960/shemos-payday/feed/ 0 Getting paid is a serious matter. Getting paid is a serious matter. Rabbi Reuven Wolf clean 1:15:31 Shemos – Vayeilech Ish Mibais Levi – 5630 http://maayonyisroel.com/354/shemos-vayeilech-ish-mibais-levi-5630/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=shemos-vayeilech-ish-mibais-levi-5630 http://maayonyisroel.com/354/shemos-vayeilech-ish-mibais-levi-5630/#comments Mon, 11 Jan 2010 06:21:23 +0000 admin http://maayonyisroel.com/?p=354 Moshe’s soul is unique that it descended to earth without undergoing  any change or compromise of its G-dliness. The primary spiritual role of his Neshama was to inject the element of Daas into the souls of the Jewish people. That means that ordinary people should have the ability to experience the divine in a very real way. For many times we study and learn about spiritual matters but it doesn’t move us,we remain just as earthy as we were to begin with. By being connected to the soul of Moshe we receive the true Daas which empowers us to have a very real relationship with G-d.

]]> http://maayonyisroel.com/354/shemos-vayeilech-ish-mibais-levi-5630/feed/ 0 Moshe's soul is unique that it descended to earth without undergoing  any change or compromise of its G-dliness. The primary spiritual role of his Neshama was to inject the element of Daas into the souls of the Jewish people. Moshe's soul is unique that it descended to earth without undergoing  any change or compromise of its G-dliness. The primary spiritual role of his Neshama was to inject the element of Daas into the souls of the Jewish people. That means that ordinary people should have the ability to experience the divine in a very real way. For many times we study and learn about spiritual matters but it doesn't move us,we remain just as earthy as we were to begin with. By being connected to the soul of Moshe we receive the true Daas which empowers us to have a very real relationship with G-d. Rabbi Reuven Wolf clean 3:01:20 Shemos – Bitachon http://maayonyisroel.com/344/shemos-bitachon/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=shemos-bitachon http://maayonyisroel.com/344/shemos-bitachon/#comments Wed, 06 Jan 2010 15:59:13 +0000 admin http://maayonyisroel.com/?p=344 I sinned…

…how can I trust that all will turn out fine?

]]> http://maayonyisroel.com/344/shemos-bitachon/feed/ 0 I sinned... - ...how can I trust that all will turn out fine? I sinned... ...how can I trust that all will turn out fine? Rabbi Reuven Wolf clean 1:11:37 Shemos – Ha’boim Yasreish Yaackov http://maayonyisroel.com/333/shemos-haboim-yasreish-yaackov/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=shemos-haboim-yasreish-yaackov http://maayonyisroel.com/333/shemos-haboim-yasreish-yaackov/#comments Tue, 05 Jan 2010 03:10:54 +0000 admin http://maayonyisroel.com/?p=333 The Mystical meaning of – Why Mitzvos are called peiros – fruits? The Jewish soul is fertile soil for the G-dly seedling “the mitzvos” to take root and to sprout forth their infinite spiritual  light.  The exile also called a planting were we as Jews are planted and seemingly decaying but in truth this serves as preparation for the greatest  growth and development.

]]> http://maayonyisroel.com/333/shemos-haboim-yasreish-yaackov/feed/ 0 The Mystical meaning of - Why Mitzvos are called peiros - fruits? The Jewish soul is fertile soil for the G-dly seedling "the mitzvos" to take root and to sprout forth their infinite spiritual  light.  The exile also called a planting were we as Jews... The Mystical meaning of - Why Mitzvos are called peiros - fruits? The Jewish soul is fertile soil for the G-dly seedling "the mitzvos" to take root and to sprout forth their infinite spiritual  light.  The exile also called a planting were we as Jews are planted and seemingly decaying but in truth this serves as preparation for the greatest  growth and development. Rabbi Reuven Wolf clean 2:49:38 Shemos – Hashem’s Mysterious Name http://maayonyisroel.com/329/shemos-hashems-mysterious-name/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=shemos-hashems-mysterious-name http://maayonyisroel.com/329/shemos-hashems-mysterious-name/#comments Sun, 03 Jan 2010 21:59:49 +0000 admin http://maayonyisroel.com/?p=329 Were are you when were suffering?

]]> http://maayonyisroel.com/329/shemos-hashems-mysterious-name/feed/ 0 Were are you when were suffering? Were are you when were suffering? Rabbi Reuven Wolf clean 51:21