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Rabbi Noah Weinberg

Rabbi Noah Weinberg, of blessed memory, was the dean and founder of Aish HaTorah. For 50 years, his visionary educational programs brought hundreds of thousands of Jews closer to their heritage.


Way #22: Conquer Frustration

It's a tough world and we have to be persistent. Accept the frustration as a challenge - and love it!

Way #21: Laughter Is Serious Business

Laughter is a deeply spiritual emotion. Understand the dynamics of laughter and use it wisely.

Way #20: The Art of Conversation

People today are busier than ever, "conversation time" is diminishing. Is anyone out there listening?

 

Rabbi Noah Weinberg on Israel's battles

Way #16: Apply Business Acumen To Living

A business has to function at maximum efficiency. Apply those same core principles to your pursuit of a great personal and spiritual life.

Way #12: Growth Through Teaching

Don't let your idea remain a hazy notion in your imagination. Transmit it to others and make it a reality.

Way #11: Work It Through With Friends

Companies test-market new products. To know the value of your ideas, find friends to give you straight, honest feedback.

Way #19: Wake Up and Live

Minimize sleep – because on a deeper level, it's about "waking up" to life.

Way #18: The Use of Physical Pleasure

The physical world is for our pleasure. Spiritual growth comes through elevating the mundane world.

Way #17: Marriage Power

Intimacy is a powerful drive, second only to survival itself. Use it wisely.

Way #6: Mastering Fear

Roller coasters and horror movies... we pay good money to be scared out of our wits. Harness the energy of "fear" for positive purposes.

Way #15: Oral Instructions For Living

Judaism is not a reference work sitting on the shelf. It's to be lived and internalized.

Way #5: The Power of Awe

In the face of the Grand Canyon or a hurricane, we feel exhilaratingly small. It's the power of awe.

Way #14: Written Instructions For Living

Torah is not an arcane text of the ancient world. It is the essence of Judaism, which is the essence of ourselves.

Way #4: Introduce Yourself to Yourself

Don't go through life making assumptions about who you are. Take time now before a crisis comes along and forces the issue.

Way #13: Think About It

We make snap decisions or may mull over decisions for too long. Become skilled at a happy medium of decision-making.

Way #3: Say It Out Loud

Articulate your beliefs out loud, and find out if you really believe what you say.

Way #10: Honor The Wise Person

Don't read about wisdom in a book. Find an expert and watch how he works.

Way #9: Total Concentration

We use just a small fraction of our mental capacity. To achieve more, learn how to concentrate and avoid distractions.

Way #8: Constant Joy

Joy gives you the power, motivation and confidence to achieve things that otherwise seem too difficult to attempt. Better than a granola bar - joy is pure energy.

Way #2: Listen Effectively

When the media hits you with another message, don't take it for granted. Analyze and question.

Way #7: The True Charisma

Humility is not an inferiority complex. It's doing the right thing and not being dependent on the opinion of others.

Way #1: Be Aware of Every Moment

To achieve significant results in life, the effort must be constant. Don't waste a minute.

The Power of Love

The Jewish view of love.

 

Controlling Emotions: A Lesson from Angry Birds

Do angry birds have a choice to be angry?

Ask Rabbi Weinberg: Videos

A sampling of short video discussions from the founder of Aish HaTorah.

Foundations: The Six Constant Mitzvot

The six constant mitzvot and further articles on fundamental Jewish thought.

48 Ways to Wisdom - Audio

Audio versions of the 48 Ways lectures, as originally given by R. Weinberg.

 

My Syrian Friend

What is the essence of friendship?

Tisha B'Av Message

The dean and founder of Aish HaTorah speaks from Jerusalem.

Instructions For Living

A collection of quotes from Rabbi Noah Weinberg's inspirational wisdom (text version).

 

Instructions For Living

A short film featuring Rabbi Noah Weinberg's inspirational wisdom.

The Power of Love

Shabbat - Heaven on Earth

For three millennia, Shabbat has been the Jewish oasis in time. Find out what's behind this weekly day off.

How To Get Your Prayers Answered

Do you feel like you're talking to a wall when you pray? Here's five key tools for getting your prayers answered.

Counting with the 48 Ways

Change your life with the 48 Ways -- A Way a Day!

48 Ways to Wisdom

Rabbi Noah Weinberg's classic series, The 48 Ways to Wisdom.

Wake Up and Live

The new year begins a new sense of responsibility. How do we know what our responsibility is?!

Spiritual Accounting System

To be successful in business, you need a good accountant. The same principle for success applies in the game of life.

In the Palace of the King

God is our Father in Heaven and the King of the Universe. Connecting to that source is the yearning of every human being.

Unity at Sinai

When the Jewish people stood at Mount Sinai, the entire nation was unified. The lesson is clear for us today.

World Repairs

Trying to eliminate pain and poverty is a daunting task. Do we stand a chance?

Defining and Defeating Terror

The founder of Aish HaTorah lays out a 3-point plan to restore sanity and defeat the evil scourge.

The Madness

In the wake of 9-11, we search for understanding amidst the senseless horror.

Siege of Jerusalem

The Tenth of Tevet marks Nebuchadnezzar's siege of Jerusalem 2,500 years ago. What is the message for us today?

To Restore Our Destiny

Israel Independence Day is the time to ask: Where have we been, and where are we heading?

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