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 http://maayonyisroel.com/wp-content/plugins/powerpress/rss_default.jpg http://maayonyisroel.com/category/weekly-parsha/exodus/vaera/ TV-Y http://maayonyisroel.com/1453/vaeira-the-rebounding-soul-2/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=vaeira-the-rebounding-soul-2 http://maayonyisroel.com/1453/vaeira-the-rebounding-soul-2/#comments Wed, 18 Jan 2012 22:55:26 +0000 admin http://maayonyisroel.com/?p=1453 Channeling pain and frustration into a force for good.

]]> http://maayonyisroel.com/1453/vaeira-the-rebounding-soul-2/feed/ 0 Channeling pain and frustration into a force for good. Channeling pain and frustration into a force for good. Rabbi Reuven Wolf clean 1:19:20 http://maayonyisroel.com/987/vaera-vayedaber-elokim-el-moshe-5572/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=vaera-vayedaber-elokim-el-moshe-5572 http://maayonyisroel.com/987/vaera-vayedaber-elokim-el-moshe-5572/#comments Tue, 04 Jan 2011 21:15:43 +0000 admin http://maayonyisroel.com/?p=987 The backbreaking labor of the Jewish Nation in Egypt, served as a preparation to enable the Torah to be given to them. The Mitzvot that we perform post Sinai are infinitely higher then the Mitzvot preformed by our Patriarchs.   To achieve such heights, the generation of the exodus who were a reincarnation of the dispersed generation,  required a deep soul cleansing.   That is the content of G-d’s response to Moshe in the opening verses of this Torah portion.

]]> http://maayonyisroel.com/987/vaera-vayedaber-elokim-el-moshe-5572/feed/ 0 The backbreaking labor of the Jewish Nation in Egypt, served as a preparation to enable the Torah to be given to them. The Mitzvot that we perform post Sinai are infinitely higher then the Mitzvot preformed by our Patriarchs.   To achieve such heights, The backbreaking labor of the Jewish Nation in Egypt, served as a preparation to enable the Torah to be given to them. The Mitzvot that we perform post Sinai are infinitely higher then the Mitzvot preformed by our Patriarchs.   To achieve such heights, the generation of the exodus who were a reincarnation of the dispersed generation,  required a deep soul cleansing.   That is the content of G-d's response to Moshe in the opening verses of this Torah portion. Rabbi Reuven Wolf clean 2:02:15 http://maayonyisroel.com/975/vaera-breaking-for-a-miracle/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=vaera-breaking-for-a-miracle http://maayonyisroel.com/975/vaera-breaking-for-a-miracle/#comments Wed, 29 Dec 2010 22:45:47 +0000 admin http://maayonyisroel.com/?p=975 Pushing ourselves beyond our limits.

]]> http://maayonyisroel.com/975/vaera-breaking-for-a-miracle/feed/ 0 Pushing ourselves beyond our limits. Pushing ourselves beyond our limits. Rabbi Reuven Wolf clean 1:10:19 http://maayonyisroel.com/362/vaeira-biur-al-hanal-lochein-emor-livnei-yisroel/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=vaeira-biur-al-hanal-lochein-emor-livnei-yisroel http://maayonyisroel.com/362/vaeira-biur-al-hanal-lochein-emor-livnei-yisroel/#comments Fri, 15 Jan 2010 15:14:36 +0000 admin http://maayonyisroel.com/?p=362 The mystical meaning of Egyptian exile both on the cosmic and individual level. G-d transmits his creative energy to the world through a series of attributes that are called vessels. Egypt gets in the way interfering with that process primarily blocking the intellectual attributes from transmitting to the emotional attributes. The redemption is when this blockage is broken through and the emotions are born. This allows the divine life force to reach the creation.

]]> http://maayonyisroel.com/362/vaeira-biur-al-hanal-lochein-emor-livnei-yisroel/feed/ 0 The mystical meaning of Egyptian exile both on the cosmic and individual level. G-d transmits his creative energy to the world through a series of attributes that are called vessels. Egypt gets in the way interfering with that process primarily blockin... The mystical meaning of Egyptian exile both on the cosmic and individual level. G-d transmits his creative energy to the world through a series of attributes that are called vessels. Egypt gets in the way interfering with that process primarily blocking the intellectual attributes from transmitting to the emotional attributes. The redemption is when this blockage is broken through and the emotions are born. This allows the divine life force to reach the creation. Rabbi Reuven Wolf clean 4:08:36 http://maayonyisroel.com/358/vaeira-evil/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=vaeira-evil http://maayonyisroel.com/358/vaeira-evil/#comments Wed, 13 Jan 2010 15:38:08 +0000 admin http://maayonyisroel.com/?p=358 A feared entity that is merely a shell.

]]> http://maayonyisroel.com/358/vaeira-evil/feed/ 0 A feared entity that is merely a shell. A feared entity that is merely a shell. Rabbi Reuven Wolf clean 1:13:46 http://maayonyisroel.com/348/vaeira-lochen-emor/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=vaeira-lochen-emor http://maayonyisroel.com/348/vaeira-lochen-emor/#comments Sun, 10 Jan 2010 07:29:30 +0000 admin http://maayonyisroel.com/?p=348 Egyptian exile in its present day form is when the knowledge of the mind does not reach the emotions of the heart. When we study and meditate on G-ds greatness but it stay stuck in the mind and it does not translate into a deep love and powerful passion for G-d.  Mitzraim is what stands in the way its the materialism that one is deeply attached to that interferes and blocks the emotions from being born. Study of  Torah both the written and oral brigs the inner redemption allowing the spiritual light to reach the heart.

]]> http://maayonyisroel.com/348/vaeira-lochen-emor/feed/ 0 Egyptian exile in its present day form is when the knowledge of the mind does not reach the emotions of the heart. When we study and meditate on G-ds greatness but it stay stuck in the mind and it does not translate into a deep love and powerful passio... Egyptian exile in its present day form is when the knowledge of the mind does not reach the emotions of the heart. When we study and meditate on G-ds greatness but it stay stuck in the mind and it does not translate into a deep love and powerful passion for G-d.  Mitzraim is what stands in the way its the materialism that one is deeply attached to that interferes and blocks the emotions from being born. Study of  Torah both the written and oral brigs the inner redemption allowing the spiritual light to reach the heart. Rabbi Reuven Wolf clean 4:16:49