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Back to Sinai with Rabbi Yaakov Rahimi

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Welcome to the "Back to Sinai with Rabbi Yaakov Rahimi" podcast, where we explore the timeless wisdom of the Torah with one of the most highly respected and influential rabbis of our time. Rabbi Yaakov Rahimi is a graduate of Deal Yeshiva and a prominent scholar of the Lakewood Yeshiva, with deep ties to some of the most revered figures in the Jewish community. He has played a crucial role in the Mishna Berura Tiferet project, a collection of Sephardic commentary on the Mishna Berura. In addition to his scholarly pursuits, Rabbi Rahimi is actively involved in organizations such as Chazaq, Torah Anytime, NCSY, BJX, and Partners in Torah, where he shares his insights and guidance with people from all walks of life. Join us on the "Back to Sinai with Rabbi Yaakov Rahimi" podcast as we delve into the rich teachings of the Torah and seek guidance and inspiration from one of the most respected and learned voices in the Jewish community. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Welcome to the "Back to Sinai with Rabbi Yaakov Rahimi" podcast, where we explore the timeless wisdom of the Torah with one of the most highly respected and influential rabbis of our time. Rabbi Yaakov Rahimi is a graduate of Deal Yeshiva and a prominent scholar of the Lakewood Yeshiva, with deep ties to some of the most revered figures in the Jewish community. He has played a crucial role in the Mishna Berura Tiferet project, a collection of Sephardic commentary on the Mishna Berura. In addition to his scholarly pursuits, Rabbi Rahimi is actively involved in organizations such as Chazaq, Torah Anytime, NCSY, BJX, and Partners in Torah, where he shares his insights and guidance with people from all walks of life. Join us on the "Back to Sinai with Rabbi Yaakov Rahimi" podcast as we delve into the rich teachings of the Torah and seek guidance and inspiration from one of the most respected and learned voices in the Jewish community. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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How Antisemitism Really Works

8/18/2025
Rabbi Yaakov Rahimi explains how antisemitism is fueled by strategy and propaganda, from Pharaoh in Egypt to Hitler in Germany. He shows how leaders used lies and fear to turn people against the Jewish nation and how the same patterns repeat throughout history. Website: BacktoSinai.com and TorahAnytime.com Instagram: @backtosinai TikTok: @backtosinai Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Duration:00:01:29

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How Two Weeks of Torah Learning Changed Everything

8/15/2025
Rabbi Yaakov Rahimi shares a true story of a couple facing financial pressure, job loss, and no insurance—until they committed to learning the Sefer Chafetz Chaim daily. In only two weeks, they saw a new job with better pay, unexpected funds, and restored insurance. This episode explores the power of consistency in Torah learning and how it can bring unexpected blessings. Website: BacktoSinai.com | TorahAnytime.com Instagram: @backtosinai TikTok: @backtosinai Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Duration:00:04:19

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Tell Hashem You Love Him Out Loud

8/14/2025
This episode shares a powerful lesson on the role of love in teshuva. Through a story about a father and son, we learn how expressing love can soften hearts and open the way to forgiveness. Just as the boy’s words melted his father’s heart, telling Hashem “I love You” can help erase sins and bring us closer to Him. Rabbi Yaakov Rahimi explains how genuine love and connection to Hashem can transform our relationship with Him and inspire us to return wholeheartedly. Website: BacktoSinai.com | TorahAnytime.com Instagram: @backtosinai TikTok: @backtosinai Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Duration:00:02:43

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What We Can Learn from Gilad Shalit’s Story

8/13/2025
Gilad Shalit was held captive for years, but his father never stopped fighting for his release. This episode shares the powerful lesson we can take from his persistence—how the same consistency and unity could bring spiritual redemption for the Jewish people. Rabbi Yaakov Rahimi explains how ongoing prayer, respect for one another, and avoiding Lashon Hara can help us rebuild what we are missing as a nation. Website: BacktoSinai.com and TorahAnytime.com Instagram: @backtosinai TikTok: @backtosinai Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Duration:00:03:15

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The Power of Your Neshama

8/12/2025
Rabbi Yaakov Rahimi shares a Zohar teaching with a clear image. A small car and a truck explode at different scales because one has a larger tank and engine. So too, a Jewish soul has vast capacity. When a neshama leaves the body the space is affected. When it returns each morning the world gains kedusha. This talk explores what that means for daily life. Putting on tefillin. Learning Torah. Waking up with awareness. Each act brings real holiness into the room and into the world. Website: BacktoSinai.com | TorahAnytime.com Instagram: @backtosinai TikTok: @backtosinai Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Duration:00:01:16

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Speak to Hashem and Build a Real Connection

8/11/2025
Rabbi Yaakov Rahimi teaches that Hashem values trust and a real relationship above all else. Even if a person struggles with sins, speaking to Hashem daily builds connection and loyalty. Through relatable examples, he shows how constant conversation with Hashem strengthens faith, deepens awareness of His presence, and inspires spiritual growth. Website: BacktoSinai.com and TorahAnytime.com Instagram: @backtosinai TikTok: @backtosinai Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Duration:00:03:11

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When a Soul Lights Up the World

8/8/2025
Rabbi Yaakov Rahimi shares a teaching from the Zohar on the immense spiritual impact of a Jewish soul. Learn how the presence of a living Jew brings holiness into the world and how acts like putting on tefillin or learning Torah create lasting spiritual influence. This class explores the daily gift of receiving our neshamot and the responsibility that comes with it. Website: BacktoSinai.com | TorahAnytime.com Instagram: @backtosinai TikTok: @backtosinai Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Duration:00:01:16

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The Mature Test with Rabbi Yaakov Rahimi

8/7/2025
What does it really mean to be mature? In this powerful class, Rabbi Yaakov Rahimi shares the Ramchal's deep insight into the difference between a mature and an immature person. It's not about age or wisdom. It's about whether you live for yourself or for others. Tune in to explore how true growth starts when we learn to care beyond ourselves. Presented by TorahAnytime.com. Website: BacktoSinai.com and TorahAnytime.com Instagram: @backtosinai TikTok: @backtosinai Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Duration:00:01:56

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He Got Engaged on Day 42

8/6/2025
A 29-year-old man from Lakewood struggled for years to get married—until he committed to learning Chofetz Chaim daily. On Day 42, he got engaged. His wedding night? It landed exactly on the final day of the book. Rabbi Yaakov Rahimi shares this story and explains why hundreds have seen life-changing blessings through learning Shmirat HaLashon. Discover why avoiding negative speech is so central—and how this one habit could bring real change to your life. Website: BacktoSinai.com and TorahAnytime.com Instagram: @backtosinai TikTok: @backtosinai Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Duration:00:03:26

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Love Your Days, Change Your Life

8/5/2025
Rabbi Yaakov Rahimi shares a powerful reminder: if you want to appreciate a year, start by appreciating today. True growth begins with recognizing the value of a single day. In this talk, he explains how one day can hold endless opportunity—if you're present, focused, and ready to use it. A practical and meaningful message for anyone working on living with more purpose. Website: BacktoSinai.com and TorahAnytime.com Instagram: @backtosinai TikTok: @backtosinai Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Duration:00:00:38

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You Can’t Shop for Heaven at Lowe’s

8/4/2025
Rabbi Yaakov Rahimi explains the connection between preparing for Shabbat and preparing for the Next World. Just like you can’t cook once Shabbat starts, you can’t build your Olam Haba after this life ends. What you do now—learning Torah, doing mitzvot, giving tzedakah—is what builds your future. In this episode, hear how to use your time in this world with purpose, and why the work you do today matters more than anything money can buy. Website: BacktoSinai.com | TorahAnytime.com Instagram: @backtosinai TikTok: @backtosinai Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Duration:00:01:30

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A Sign in the Darkness

8/4/2025
Rabbi Yaakov Rahimi shares the moving story of Eliya Cohen, a hostage held in Gaza who received an unexpected sign of hope. Trapped underground in complete darkness, Eliya prayed for a message that he hadn’t been forgotten. What followed brought strength not only to him, but to thousands who later heard the story. This episode reflects on his experience, the power of tefillah, and what it teaches us about mourning the Beit HaMikdash during the Three Weeks. Website: BacktoSinai.com | TorahAnytime.com Instagram: @backtosinai TikTok: @backtosinai Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Duration:00:05:05

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How Our Small Actions Can Bring Mashiach

8/1/2025
We're deep in the Nine Days, reflecting on the destruction of the Beit HaMikdash. Rabbi Yaakov Rahimi shares a powerful teaching from the Arizal, explaining why our actions today—despite all the spiritual confusion around us—carry incredible weight. If previous generations, with their greatness, didn't bring Mashiach, how can we? This episode answers that question head-on, using real Torah sources. Hear what the Arizal told Rav Chaim Vital and why our generation holds the key to redemption. This talk is especially meaningful during the yahrzeit of the Arizal. Tune in for insight, strength, and clarity during this time of mourning—and hope. Website: BacktoSinai.com | TorahAnytime.com Instagram: @backtosinai TikTok: @backtosinai Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Duration:00:39:09

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One Word Can Change Everything

8/1/2025
In this shiur, Rabbi Yaakov Rahimi explores the deep power of one word. Using the story of Bilam, who planned to destroy Klal Yisrael with a single word, we learn how speech—just one moment of it—holds the power to build or destroy. From the Gemara in Sanhedrin to the teachings of the Chafetz Chaim, this episode covers how careful we need to be with our words, especially during times like Tisha B’Av. Rabbi Rahimi also introduces a practical way to grow in this area: taking on the Chafetz Chaim Daily Companion. Listeners who commit to finishing the sefer can receive a free copy and submit a name to be prayed for at the kever of the Manchester Rosh Yeshiva during the Chafetz Chaim’s yahrzeit. To receive the book and submit your name: yaakovrahemi@gmail.com Website: BacktoSinai.com | TorahAnytime.com Instagram: @backtosinai TikTok: @backtosinai Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Duration:00:06:36

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Should You Be Working on Tisha B’Av?

7/31/2025
Rabbi Yaakov Rahimi explains the halachic guidelines about working on Tisha B’Av, including jobs on Amazon, eBay, and other business platforms. Learn what the Shulchan Aruch says, when it may be allowed, and how to properly observe this day of mourning for the Beit HaMikdash. This class also explores the spiritual mindset of Tisha B’Av and why refraining from work matters. Presented by TorahAnytime.com. Website: BacktoSinai.com | TorahAnytime.com Instagram: @backtosinai TikTok: @backtosinai Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Duration:00:03:42

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Don't Settle for Exile

7/30/2025
Rabbi Yaakov Rahimi explains the meaning behind the Nine Days and the mourning customs for the destruction of the Beit HaMikdash. Why do we still avoid meat, chicken, and wine? Why is shopping limited? And most importantly—why does it matter today, thousands of years later? This class breaks down the halachot and the deeper message: remembering where we truly belong. A powerful reminder that settling for exile is never the goal. Brought to you by TorahAnytime. Website: BacktoSinai.com and TorahAnytime.com Instagram: @backtosinai TikTok: @backtosinai Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Duration:00:02:02

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A Signal in the Darkness

7/29/2025
Rabbi Yaakov Rahimi shares a powerful story of faith, fear, and hope from a rescued hostage in Gaza. As darkness surrounded him, a single radio signal became a sign from Hashem that he was not forgotten. This episode reflects on the deep connection between personal suffering and national exile, and why our mourning for the Beit Hamikdash is also a declaration that we remember where we truly belong. Ideal for listeners seeking strength, Jewish inspiration, and meaning in times of darkness. Website: BacktoSinai.com and TorahAnytime.com Instagram: @backtosinai TikTok: @backtosinai Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Duration:00:02:17

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When Thoughts Matter More Than Actions

7/28/2025
Rabbi Yaakov Rahimi explores the impact of our thoughts on our spiritual connection with Hashem. Using a powerful analogy, he explains how impure thoughts can cloud even the purest intentions, and how Torah study and mitzvot keep the mind focused on what truly matters. Learn how to strengthen your mindset, overcome the yetzer hara, and turn good intentions into meaningful actions. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Duration:00:03:51

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You Don’t Need an Appointment with Hashem

7/24/2025
Rabbi Yaakov Rahimi shares a powerful Torah insight based on the Midrash and a story about Baba Sali. Even when a person feels distant or unworthy, Hashem says: “You are not a stranger.” This episode reminds every Jew that they’re always welcome in Hashem’s palace. No knocking, no appointments—just speak from the heart. Website: BacktoSinai.com and TorahAnytime.com Instagram: @backtosinai TikTok: @backtosinai Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Duration:00:02:54

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We Don’t Belong Here

7/23/2025
This class explores the halachot of the 9 Days and the deeper reason we mourn the destruction of the Beit Hamikdash. Rabbi Yaakov Rahimi explains how subtracting 68 from the secular year gives us the number of years since the Churban. He also discusses practical laws—like avoiding meat, wine, and shopping—and why they matter today. The episode ends with a powerful story of a hostage in Gaza and a message about never giving up on your true place and purpose. Brought to you by TorahAnytime.com. Website: BacktoSinai.com and TorahAnytime.com Instagram: @backtosinai TikTok: @backtosinai Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Duration:00:13:04

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