

Seforimchatter
Nachi Weinstein
The Seforimchatter podcast is dedicated to the discussion of Seforim (holy texts and works pertaining to them), Jewish (non-sacred) Books, Jewish History and more. The variety of guests include rabbis, professors, historians, authors, editors, and others in the field. For more information or to sponsor a show, check out seforimchatter.com or email info@seforimchatter.com
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Apr 3, 2024 • 1h 19min
AuctionChatter: With R' Moshe Maimon discussing the Taj Art Auction 13 Catalogue
#270.> Episode sponsored by Taj Art> The auction will take place Sunday, April 7, 2024 at 12PM EST> Peruse the full catalogue and bid at: https://bit.ly/3TD1hOwSupport the show

Mar 31, 2024 • 1h 59min
Blood Libels & Ritual Murder Trials at the turn of the 20th century (with Prof. Hillel Kieval)
#269> Sponsored by the Bemak Family> Sponsored by Mosaica Press. For a limited time order 3 books and get a free gift, Also, use code "Chatter" for 15% off. Check out their many new titles at Mosaicapress.com> We discussed late Ritual Murder and Blood Libels and how these differed from those in the medieval period, how the trial was conducted, various specific affairs and their trials including the stories of those involved, the actual depictions of the murders and investigations, the accused and their trials, and much more. > Purchase "Blood Inscriptions: Science, Modernity, and Ritual Murder at Europe's Fin de Siècle": https://amzn.to/4cAxNtb> Subscribe to the SeforimChatter YouTube channel: https://youtube.com/@seforimchatter?si=6p1a5Tvo5bpafrKb> To support the podcast or to sponsor an episode https://seforimchatter.com/support-seforimchatter/ or email seforimchatter@gmail.com (Zelle/QP this email address)> Subscribe and read the new SeforimChatter Substack:https://open.substack.com/pub/seforimchatter?r=91ow0&utm_medium=ios> To join the SeforimChatter WhatsApp community: https://chat.whatsapp.com/DZ3C2CjUeD9AGJvXeEODtKSupport the show

Mar 25, 2024 • 1h 13min
With R' Moshe Baruch Kaufman discussing Rav Aryeh Leib Lipkin (1839 - 1903) and his Sefer Ohr HaYom on Zmanim
#268> To contribute and help publish the 2 volume "Adirei HaTorah" on Chumash by R' Aryeh Ganz: https://www.rayze.it/seferadireihatorah/> Listen to the episode with R' Aryeh Ganz & R' Shimon Szimonowitz where we discuss R' Ganz first sefer and his style:> To purchase the new edition of Sefer Ohr HaYom: https://judaicaplaza.com/products/8837116> We discussed Rav Aryeh Leib Lipkin’s bio, his connection with his uncle Rav Yisrael Salanter, an overview of Zmanim, 72, what the Sefer is trying to do, new edition, and much more > Subscribe to the SeforimChatter YouTube channel: https://youtube.com/@seforimchatter?si=6p1a5Tvo5bpafrKb> To support the podcast or to sponsor an episode https://seforimchatter.com/support-seforimchatter/ or email seforimchatter@gmail.com (Zelle/QP this email address)> Subscribe and read the new SeforimChatter Substack:https://open.substack.com/pub/seforimchatter?r=91ow0&utm_medium=ios> To join the SeforimChatter WhatsApp community: https://chat.whatsapp.com/DZ3C2CjUeD9AGJvXeEODtKSupport the show

Mar 17, 2024 • 56min
With Rabbi Michael Taubes & Rabbi Josh Flug discussing the new Batei Yosef series on Moadim: Torah of Rav Joseph B. Soloveitchik and other YU Roshei Yeshiva
#267.> Sponsored by RIETS Press. RIETS Press is dedicated to spreading the Torah of the Roshei Yeshiva and Rabbeim of Yeshivas Rabbeinu Yitzchak Elchanan. Visit RIETSPress.org to shop the full selection of RIETS Press titles.> We discussed what the Sefer Batei Yosef is, examples, the halacha section of Rav Hershel Schachter and Rav Mordechai Willig, section of Ma'marim, forthcoming volumes, and more> Subscribe to the SeforimChatter YouTube channel: https://youtube.com/@seforimchatter?si=6p1a5Tvo5bpafrKb> To support the podcast or to sponsor an episode https://seforimchatter.com/support-seforimchatter/ or email seforimchatter@gmail.com (Zelle/QP this email address)> Subscribe and read the new SeforimChatter Substack:https://open.substack.com/pub/seforimchatter?r=91ow0&utm_medium=ios> To join the SeforimChatter WhatsApp community: https://chat.whatsapp.com/DZ3C2CjUeD9AGJvXeEODtKSupport the show

Mar 10, 2024 • 1h 7min
With R' Moshe Maimon discussing Matmonim Auction 4 Catalogue
#266> To view the full catalogue, and register and bid on items: https://bit.ly/3PwBBlt1. Lot 21, Sulzbach Shas: Here 2. Lot 36, set of Torah Temimah: Here 3. Lot 48, Letter of Rav Baruch Ber to Jenny Miller: Here4. Lot 179, Derech Hayashar: Here> Subscribe to the SeforimChatter YouTube channel: https://youtube.com/@seforimchatter?si=6p1a5Tvo5bpafrKb> To support the podcast or to sponsor an episode https://seforimchatter.com/support-seforimchatter/ or email seforimchatter@gmail.com (Zelle/QP this email address)> Subscribe and read the new SeforimChatter Substack:https://open.substack.com/pub/seforimchatter?r=91ow0&utm_medium=ios> To join the SeforimChatter WhatsApp community: https://chat.whatsapp.com/DZ3C2CjUeD9AGJvXeEODtKSupport the show

Mar 7, 2024 • 1h 4min
With Rabbi Dovid Schoonmaker discussing how to retain your learning and his new book on the subject
#265.> This episode of the podcast is brought to you by Feldheim.> Published by Feldheim the bestselling new release “Looking into the Sun”presents a taste of the Torah, life and legacy of Rav Moshe Shapira through the lens of his talmid Rabbi Menachem Nissel. A fantastic introduction to the english speaking community to the world of Rav Moshe Shapira ztl , one of the most eminent talmidei chachamim & baalei machshava of our generation. Get your copy now!> Purchase "Looking Into The Sun: A Taste of the Torah, Life, and Legacy of Rav Moshe Shapira" by Rabbi Menachem Nissel here > We discussed how Rabbi Schoonmaker became interested in this topic, the method or his apporach, Ratzon, learning pace, the four stages, simanim, chazarah (including tests and a sample schedule), sources used, feedback, and much more> To purchase "Yedias HaTorah: Step-by-Step: A Practical Guide to Retaining your Learning": https://www.feldheim.com/yedias-hatorah-step-by-step Or https://www.amazon.com/dp/9655980782/ref=cm_sw_r_as_gl_api_gl_i_NYAXYA6PWHK3CXNMKY1S?linkCode=ml2&tag=seforimchat00-20> To read more about Rabbi Schoonmaker in Mishpacha magazine: https://mishpacha.com/if-memory-serves/> Subscribe to the SeforimChatter YouTube channel: https://youtube.com/@seforimchatter?si=6p1a5Tvo5bpafrKb> To support the podcast or to sponsor an episode https://seforimchatter.com/support-seforimchatter/ or email seforimchatter@gmail.com (Zelle/QP this email address)> Subscribe and read the new SeforimChatter Substack:https://open.substack.com/pub/seforimchatter?r=91ow0&utm_medium=ios> To join the SeforimChatter WhatsApp community: https://chat.whatsapp.com/DZ3C2CjUeD9AGJvXeEODtKSupport the show

Mar 3, 2024 • 60min
With Prof. Jordan Penkower discussing the history of printed Rashi on Tanach
#264> This episode of the podcast is sponsored by Bonnie Pesacov's children in honor of her birthday.> Subscribe to the SeforimChatter YouTube channel: https://youtube.com/@seforimchatter?si=6p1a5Tvo5bpafrKb> To support the podcast or to sponsor an episode https://seforimchatter.com/support-seforimchatter/ or email seforimchatter@gmail.com (Zelle/QP this email address)> Subscribe and read the new SeforimChatter Substack:https://open.substack.com/pub/seforimchatter?r=91ow0&utm_medium=ios> To join the SeforimChatter WhatsApp community: https://chat.whatsapp.com/DZ3C2CjUeD9AGJvXeEODtK> We discussed a brief review of the printed text of Rashi's printed commentary on Torah, the various manuscripts of Rashi, the importance of the Lepizig (1) manuscript, the additions and corrections to Rashi's commentary by his students and others, examples of Rashi's own haghos, examples of the changes made to Rashi in the printed text and how that impacts the work and what we actually read today in most standard editions, the best editions of Rashi, and more. > To purchase Prof. Penkower's new book, "The History of Rashi's Commentary on the Bible": https://www.bialik-publishing.co.il/index.php?dir=site&page=catalog&op=item&cs=6302> For the Hebrew book launch: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=glgXTcIvdS0> To purchase Prof. Avraham Grossman's classic book on Rashi: https://amzn.to/3v520zs> To read the AlHatorah.org edition of Rashi:https://rashi.alhatorah.org/Support the show

Feb 25, 2024 • 1h 54min
With R' Moshe Maimon discussing the Genazym Auction 17 catalogue
#263> Register & peruse the full catalogue here: https://bit.ly/3wroT0g> Subscribe to the SeforimChatter YouTube channel: https://youtube.com/@seforimchatter?si=6p1a5Tvo5bpafrKb> To support the podcast or to sponsor an episode https://seforimchatter.com/support-seforimchatter/ or email seforimchatter@gmail.com (Zelle/QP this email address)> Subscribe and read the new SeforimChatter Substack:https://open.substack.com/pub/seforimchatter?r=91ow0&utm_medium=ios> To join the SeforimChatter WhatsApp community: https://chat.whatsapp.com/DZ3C2CjUeD9AGJvXeEODtKSupport the show

Feb 18, 2024 • 1h 31min
The Shochet: The autobiography of Pinkhes-Dov Goldenshteyn (1848 - 1930) (with Michoel Rotenfeld)
#262> Episode Sponsor: Mosaica PressCheck out their many titles including Halachah Matters by Rabbi Zvi NachmanGet your copy now at mosaicapress.com and use the code 'Chatter' for an exclusive 15% off! https://mosaicapress.com/product/halachah-matters/Or purchase from Amazon: https://amzn.to/42JaJUq> To purchase "The Shochet:A Memoir of Jewish Life in Ukraine and Crimea: Volume 1": https://amzn.to/3T51tHf> We discussed Pinkhes-Dov (Pinye-Ber) Goldenshteyn’s bio, why he wrote the book, what his life was like, the uniqueness of this autobiography and it vividly describes life in 19th century Ukraine (Russia), various examples from the autobiography, and more> Subscribe to the SeforimChatter YouTube channel: https://youtube.com/@seforimchatter?si=6p1a5Tvo5bpafrKb> To support the podcast or to sponsor an episode https://seforimchatter.com/support-seforimchatter/ or email seforimchatter@gmail.com (Zelle/QP this email address)> Subscribe and read the new SeforimChatter Substack:https://open.substack.com/pub/seforimchatter?r=91ow0&utm_medium=ios > To read the Substack review of “The Shochet”: https://open.substack.com/pub/seforimchatter/p/review-essay-the-shochet-a-memoir?r=91ow0&utm_medium=ios&utm_campaign=post> To join the SeforimChatter WhatsApp community: https://chat.whatsapp.com/DZ3C2CjUeD9AGJvXeEODtKSupport the show

Feb 11, 2024 • 1h 32min
TLT Series Episode 8: Prof. Alan Verskin - David Reueveni (16th century): Imposter or brother of the King of the Lost Tribes?
#261.> Corporate sponsor of the series: GluckPlumbing.For all your service needs big or small in NJ with a full service division, from boiler change outs, main sewer line snake outs, camera-ing main lines, to a simple faucet leak, Gluck Plumbing Service Division has you covered. Give them a call - 732-523-1836 x 1.> Episode Sponsor: Virtual Halacha Program > How do you want your Purim to look? Is it really all about finding the best costumes, rushing around making deliveries, and ingesting insane amounts of food and drink? Or do you want your Purim to be different, special and meaningful?> For a limited time, the Virtual Halacha Program is offering a free limmud in hilchos purim. This is for serious learners who want to see the sugya inside, with guidance and clarity. The VHP offers a digital platform that enables learning which is structured, yet flexible for a busy schedule.> https://learn.vhalacha.com/courses/purim1> This episode is also sponsored by Benyamin & Esti Kaminetzky in honor of my grandparents, Shelly & Henry Frisch, and my aunt and uncle, Elie & Vivi Rosenfeld. > To purchase, "The Diary of a Black Jewish Messiah": https://amzn.to/49uIxHb> Subscribe and read the new SeforimChatter Substack:https://open.substack.com/pub/seforimchatter?r=91ow0&utm_medium=ios> To support the podcast or to sponsor an episode (including an individual episode in the series): https://seforimchatter.com/support-seforimchatter/ or email seforimchatter@gmail.com (Zelle/QP this email address)> To join the SeforimChatter WhatsApp community: https://chat.whatsapp.com/DZ3C2CjUeD9AGJvXeEODtK> We discussed David Reuveni and his bio, where he was from, languages he spoke, his travels in the Middle East disguised as a Muslim, his travels in Italy, meeting with Pope Clement VII, King João III of Portugal, relationship with Shlomo Molcho and Molcho's conversion to Judaism, fauled meeting with the Holy Roman Emperor Charles V, Reuveni's retinue, bad acts of his servants, the story of the diary and the manuscript, and much more.Support the show