Stump The Rabbi
Stump The Rabbi is a Jewish Q&A series that provides clear, Torah-based answers to real questions. Each episode covers topics in Halacha, Chassidus, Jewish thought, parenting, relationships, and everyday life, presented in a direct and engaging format. The show aims to seek clarity through Torah wisdom, with new episodes released regularly.
Episodes
What is the appropriate way to prepare for Gimmel Tammuz? | 50 min SPECIAL
Stump The Rabbi | Rabbi Noam Wagner | Moishe DovChaninThis project was made possible byThe Chanin FundYZ BIZ INCTo ask a question and for more answers visit:http://stumptherabbi.org/
How Am I Expected to Connect to a Rebbe I Never Saw?
Stump The Rabbi | Rabbi Noam WagnerThis project was made possible byThe Chanin FundYZ BIZ INCTo ask a question and for more answers visit:http://stumptherabbi.org/
What does the Rebbe teach us about the correct way to approach antisemitism?
Stump The Rabbi | Rabbi Noam WagnerThis project was made possible byThe Chanin FundYZ BIZ INChttps://yzbiz.com/To ask a question and for more answers visit:http://stumptherabbi.org/
How Do You Find Motivation When You're at Rock Bottom?
Stump The Rabbi | Rabbi Mendy WolfWhen accomplishments aren't enough and you hit a low moment, where does your worth come from? We dive into what Chassidus says about finding your intrinsic value and the deepest kind of motivation when you need it most.
What’s one piece of advice that will change a teenager’s life?
Stump The Rabbi | Rabbi Mendy WolfThis project was made possible byThe Chanin FundYZ BIZ INChttps://yzbiz.com/To ask a question and for more answers visit:http://stumptherabbi.org/
Does Beer Need a Hechsher?
Does Beer Need a Hechsher to be Kosher?Stump The Rabbi | Rabbi Yonni RappaportGot a question? Drop it in the comments below or head to the website-you might see it answered in our next episode!
Why Should I Be Tznius, Why Can’t Men Just Look Away?
Stump The Rabbi | Rabbi Noam WagnerThis project was made possible byThe Chanin FundYZ BIZ INChttps://yzbiz.com/To ask a question and for more answers visit:http://stumptherabbi.org/
What is the Rebbe's View on Birth Control?
What is the Rebbe's View on Birth Control?Stump The Rabbi | Rabbi Yossi Paltiel This project was made possible byThe Chanin FundYZ BIZ INChttps://yzbiz.com/To ask a question and for more answers visit:http://stumptherabbi.org/
Is it true the Rebbe said Moshiach will first arrive in 770?
Is it true that the Rebbe said Moshiach will first arrive in 770?Stump The Rabbi | Rabbi Noam WagnerThis project was made possible byThe Chanin FundYZ BIZ INChttps://yzbiz.com/To ask a question and for more answers visit:http://stumptherabbi.org/
Is it true that people are born evil?
Are we born good, evil, or somewhere in between? In this episode of Stump the Rabbi, Rabbi Shloma Majeski explores the Torah's perspective on human nature, free will, and our ultimate purpose. He breaks down the debate of nature versus nurture, explaining why some people are born with difficult character tendencies such as anger and how overcoming these unique challenges is actually the key to ful
Why Do We Stay Up on Shavuos?
How could the Jewish people sleep the night before receiving the Torah? Could they really have been that careless?Let’s look at it from a Chassidic perspective. Before Matan Torah, the physical and spiritual worlds could not mix. A mitzvah was pure spirituality, and any earthly action was strictly physical. The Jews actually went to sleep intentionally—they knew that during sleep, the soul ascends
What Does It Mean to Be a Shliach in Yeshiva?
What Is the Meaning of Bochurim Shluchim and What Does It Entail?Stump The Rabbi | Rabbi Noam WagnerThis project was made possible byThe Chanin FundYZ BIZ INChttps://yzbiz.com/To ask a question and for more answers visit:http://stumptherabbi.org/
How does one come to love Hashem?
Stump the Rabbi | Rabbi Shloma MajeskyThis project was made possible byThe Chanin FundYZ BIZ INChttps://yzbiz.com/To ask a question and for more answers visit:http://stumptherabbi.org/
How can I remove inappropriate images from my mind, that I have seen on the internet?
Stump the Rabbi | Rabbi Noam Wagner This project was made possible byThe Chanin FundYZ BIZ INChttps://yzbiz.com/To ask a question and for more answers visit:http://stumptherabbi.org/
How Can I Deal With Ongoing Guilt Over Something I Did as a Child?
Stump The Rabbi | Rabbi Mendy WolfThis project was made possible byThe Chanin FundYZ BIZ INChttps://yzbiz.com/To ask a question and for more answers visit:http://stumptherabbi.org/
What’s the Difference Between Washing Your Hands for Negel Vasser and for Bread?
Stump the Rabbi - Rabbi Yossi PaltielWhy do we wash Negal Vasser differently than when we wash our hands for bread?Why do we wash three times for bread, instead of two like other groups?To ask a question and for more answers visit:http://stumptherabbi.org/
What Is the Effect of Saying the 12 Pesukim?
Discover the powerful history and spiritual effects of the 12 Pesukim. From serving as a miraculous protection during the 1976 Entebbe crisis to providing timeless "spiritual therapy" for today's struggles, learn how these verses offer profound guidance and purpose for your life. Stump The Rabbi | Rabbi Yosef KatzmanThis project was made possible byThe Chanin FundYZ BIZ INChttps://yzbiz.com/To ask
What led the Rebbe to institute the 12 Pesukim?
What led the Rebbe to institute the 12 Pesukim?Answered by Rabbi Yosef KatzmanThis project was made possible byThe Chanin FundYZ BIZ INChttps://yzbiz.com/To ask a question and for more answers visit:http://stumptherabbi.org/
What Is the Reason For, and How Do We Celebrate Pesach Sheni?
Answered by Rabbi Shlomo GoldfarbThis project was made possible byThe Chanin FundYZ BIZ INChttps://yzbiz.com/To ask a question and for more answers visit:http://stumptherabbi.org/
Why Does Each Day of the Omer Correspond to a Different Sefirah?
Why Does Each Day of the Omer Correspond to a Different Sefirah?Answered by Rabbi Noam WagnerThis project was made possible byThe Chanin FundYZ BIZ INChttps://yzbiz.com/To ask a question and for more answers visit:http://stumptherabbi.org/
If alcohol is allowed at a farbrengen, why isn’t marijuana? | Part 1
Is there a double standard when it comes to farbrengens? We often see alcohol being shared to elevate the joy, warmth, and camaraderie of a Chassidic gathering. So if alcohol is acceptable, why isn't marijuana?Stump The Rabbi | Rabbi Yossi Paltiel This project was made possible byThe Chanin FundYZ BIZ INChttps://yzbiz.com/
Is everything in the Torah meant to be taken literally?
Is everything in the Torah meant to be taken literally? When studying and reading the Torah, it is easy to get confused by the balance between historical facts and metaphors. Because Jewish teachings and commentaries, especially in Chassidus, often reveal deep spiritual meanings behind the text, many people ask: did these biblical stories literally happen exactly as written, or are they just spiri
What does Lechatchila ariber mean practically?
Often, we are taught to tackle life by first fighting the bad before doing good. But Lechatchila Ariber offers a completely different approach: jump straight over the obstacle. By recognizing that the world's underlying reality is already filled with godliness we can bypass our perceived hardships and elevate our perspective from the very beginning.
Did the Rebbe Ever mention anything About Getting a Driver’s License?
Answered by Rabbi Yosef KatzmanThis project was made possible byThe Chanin FundYZ BIZ INChttps://yzbiz.com/
What is the Moshiach Seuda, and why do we have it?
At the very end of Pesach, there is a unique seuda known as the Moshiach Seuda, where we eat matzah, drink four cups of wine, and sing the Rabbeim’s niggunim. But where does this custom come from, and why do we eat this special seuda at the very end of Pesach? What does it have to do with Moshiach, and what is its significance?Answered by: Rabbi Noam WagnerThis project was made possible byThe Chan
Why are we careful to eat handmade matzah as opposed to machine matzah?
Why are we careful to eat handmade matzah as opposed to machine matzah? While modern machines are faster and cleaner, they cannot provide the required human spiritual intention (kavana) necessary to bake the "bread of faith" for Passover.Stump the Rabbi - Rabbi Shlomo Goldfarb
What’s the difference between adding to the Torah and going beyond the letter of the law?
What’s the difference between adding to the Torah, which is forbidden, and going beyond the letter of the law? If adding is not allowed, why aren’t chumros considered a problem? Where is the line between a chumra and actually changing the Torah?
Why are women less valued than men in Judaism?
Why are women less valued than men in Judaism?Stump the Rabbi - Rabbi Shloma MajeskiTo ask a question and for more answers visit:http://stumptherabbi.org/This project was made possible byThe Chanin Fund
I'm a teenager, and I feel like I can change. What's your advice?
If a soldier can approach a mission with the mindset of “I can,” why do we let small failures convince us that we’re incapable? How does one small frustration turn into a whole story where we start believing we can’t? And how much of our success is really determined by the mindset we choose to build?
What makes Jewish music, Jewish?
Is Jewish music about the genre… or the connection to Judaism?This answer challenges how many people think about “Jewish culture.”Stump the Rabbi - Rabbi Yossi PaltielWhat makes Jewish music, Jewish?To ask a question and for more answers visit:http://stumptherabbi.org/This project was made possible byThe Chanin Fund
Should Lubavitchers Publicly Identify as Zionists?
Today, many people use the word “Zionist” simply to mean someone who supports Israel. But if Zionism began as a movement meant to replace Torah and traditional Judaism, should a Lubavitcher publicly identify with that label anyway? Can you fully support Eretz Yisroel and the Jewish people without calling yourself a Zionist?This project was made possible byThe Chanin FundYZ BIZ INChttps://yzbiz.com
Why was it important for the Rebbe to call the Friedeke Rebbe, Moshiach?
Why did the Rebbe refer to the Frierdiker Rebbe as Moshiach? Was he speaking literally, or is there a deeper Chassidic idea behind the statement? In this episode of Stump the Rabbi, we explain what the Rebbe means and how Chabad understands the concept of the Nasi HaDor and its connection to Moshiach.
Is showering after mikvah allowed?
Some say it shows disrespect to the mikvah’s holy waters. Others say the concern only applies in certain cases. Is it actually halacha or just a minhag?In halacha, women should not shower immediately after tevilah. For men, however, avoiding a shower afterward is generally only a minhag.To ask a question and for more answers visit:http://stumptherabbi.org/This project was made possible byThe Chani
If Hashem Already Knows What I Need, Why Daven?
If Hashem is all-knowing and already wants what’s best for us, why do we spend so much time asking for it? if our needs are already known to Hashem, does davening actually change anything?This project was made possible byThe Chanin FundYZ BIZ INChttps://yzbiz.com/To ask a question and for more answers visit:http://stumptherabbi.org/
Why don’t Chabad Chassidim have long Peyos?
Chabad doesn’t grow long payos — why?If it’s a mitzvah, wouldn’t more be better?The Arizal writes about the proper shiur of payos and why going beyond it isn’t necessarily ideal.
If during Adar we are meant to be Marbim B'simcha, why do we say Tachanun?
The joy of Adar is unique because it centers on the power of transformation within our regular, everyday lives rather than escaping from them. While other holidays might omit Tachanun to rise above the mundane, Adar is a time when we engage with the physical world and even its negative aspects to turn them into something holy. Therefore, we say Tachanun because the greatest possible joy is found i
How do I apply the daily Tanya to my life when it discusses spiritual concepts?
What am I here for? What is my mission? Chassidus addresses these core questions of existence by diving deep into the teachings of the Alter Rebbe. Using the Book of Tanya as a practical guide, we explore a framework for living with intention—fostering the love, fear, and motivation needed to serve G-d. Beyond just theory, Chassidus opens us up to a profound understanding of ourselves, the purpose
What's the Rebbe's opinion on Bochurim drinking alcohol?
Should bochurim drink alcohol? In this episode of Stump the Rabbi, Rabbi Noam Wagner shares the Rebbe’s clear approach: Chassidim don’t drink for the sake of drinking — they say “Lechaim.” The Rebbe emphasized that for those under forty, drinking should be extremely limited — no more than four small shot glasses, and never to the point of getting drunk. A farbrengen is about inspiration, and conne
What does Chassidus say about hitting your children?
We might hit a child to stop them from running into traffic but is that education? Or is it just force? Here is the critical distinction between protecting a child and teaching them.
I Feel Like It’s Not Chassidish for Me to Ask a Certain Question… What’s Your Advice?
Is there such a thing as a "non-Chassidish" question? Many of us hesitate to speak up at a farbrengen or a Q&A session because we’re afraid of how we might look to others. We worry that our doubts or curiosities might seem "unrefined."In this episode, Rabbi Mendy Wolf challenges that mindset. he explains why hiding a question is actually the opposite of being Chassidish. If you care about your gro
Is gluten free bread Halachically considered bread?
What counts as bread in Jewish law? Believe it or not, some gluten-free options can still have the status of bread.Stump the Rabbi - Rabbi Yoni RappaportTo ask a question and for more answers visit:http://stumptherabbi.org/This project was made possible byThe Chanin Fund
How should one commemorate Chof Beis Shevat? | SPECIAL 28 MIN Episode
Stump The Rabbi — Rabbi Noam WagnerChof Beis Shevat marks the yartzeit of the Rebbe’s wife, Rebbetzin Chaya Mushka Schneerson.More than just a date on the calendar, this day represents a monumental shift in Chabad and a new stage in the revelation of Moshiach. In this special 28-minute episode of Stump The Rabbi, we dive into the events of 1992, the Rebbe’s extraordinary response to the Rebbetzin’
What does one accomplish by saying Yechi?
What are we actually doing when we say Yechi? Is it a holy proclamation of kingship, or has it just become another social slogan? Drawing a parallel to the prayer of Shema, Rabbi Yosef Katzman challenges us to move beyond the shouting and treat the crowning of Moshiach with the same reverence and dignity we afford our most sacred prayers. If saying Yechi is our way of declaring the King, then the
Why Wasn’t the Torah Given at the Beginning of Creation?
If the Torah is the ultimate guide for the world, why wasn’t it there from Day One?Creation begins, history unfolds, generations rise and fall and only later does the Torah appear. Was the world incomplete without it? Or was something happening beneath the surface?Stump the Rabbi - Rabbi Shloma Majeski This project was made possible byThe Chanin FundYZ BIZ INCTo ask a question and for more answers
how should i ask for guidance from the Rebbe?
How should one ask the Rebbe for guidance?Is writing to the Rebbe merely a custom — or is it something much deeper?In this episode of Stump the Rabbi, Rabbi Noam Wagner explores the Chassidic foundation of writing to the Rebbe and explains why the Rebbe himself described it as “like Yechidus” — a private audience.This project was made possible byThe Chanin FundYZ BIZ INCTo ask a question and for m
Can I give charity with the expectation that Hashem will repay me?
In this episode of Stump the Rabbi, Rabbi Yosef Katzman explores a powerful and often misunderstood question: Are we allowed to “test” Hashem?We’re often taught that giving tzedakah brings blessing, and many people quote the idea that Hashem will repay 10 times the amount that you gave. But is that really how it works? Can a person give charity with the expectation of receiving more in return or d
When Do You Need to Ask a Rabbi, Even If You Know the Halacha?
Do you always need to ask a Rabbi what to do — or are there times when knowing the Halacha is enough?In this episode of Stump the Rabbi, Rabbi Shlomo Goldfarb explains the difference between questions of what to do and questions of how to do it. Using real-life examples like Kiddush without wine and practical Shabbos scenarios, he shows when Halacha is clear, when experience is enough, and when a
How can there be a mitzvah to wipe out an entire nation?
One of the most difficult questions in the Torah is the commandment to wipe out the nation of Amalek. How can Judaism, a religion based on kindness and the value of life, command the total destruction of a people?This project was made possible byThe Chanin FundYZ BIZ INCTo ask a question and for more answers visit:http://stumptherabbi.org/
What's your advice for a teenager who feels bored in school?
School often feels like a repetitive cycle: listen to the teacher, memorize the information, take the test, and forget it all a week later. Many teenagers feel completely checked out and bored because they feel like passive participants in their own lives—relegated to the role of "followers." Is there a way to flip the switch from boredom to excitement? How can a student find meaning in the classr
Why is Hey Teves considered 'A Yom Tov of the Books'?
Stump the Rabbi - Rabbi Yossi PaltielTo ask a question and for more answers visit:http://stumptherabbi.org/This project was made possible byThe Chanin Fund
Why is Chabad not strict with the times of Davening?
Why is chabad not strike with the times of davening?Stump the Rabbi - Rabbi Noam Wagner This project was made possible byThe Chanin FundYZ BIZ INCTo ask a question and for more answers visit:http://stumptherabbi.org/
Should one give Chanukah gifts instead of Chanukah gelt?
Should one give Chanukah gifts instead of Chanukah gelt?Stump the Rabbi - Rabbi Yosef KatzmanTo ask a question and for more answers visit:http://stumptherabbi.org/This project was made possible byThe Chanin Fund Follow Stump The Rabbi:YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/StumpTheRabbiFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/StumptherabbiInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/stumptherabbi/Twitter: https://t
Why do we wear a gartel, and when is it worn?
Stump the Rabbi - Rabbi Yossi PaltielWhat is the reason for wearing a gartel? When does one wear a gartel?To ask a question and for more answers visit:http://stumptherabbi.org/This project was made possible byThe Chanin Fund
Why do we say Tehillim on Shabbos Mevorchim?
Stump the Rabbi - Rabbi Yossi PaltielWhy do we say Tehillim on Shabbos Mevorchim?To ask a question and for more answers visit:http://stumptherabbi.org/This project was made possible byThe Chanin Fund
How do we know in which matters we should imitate what the Rebbe does?
Stump the Rabbi - Rabbi Yossi PaltielHow do we know in which matters we should imitate the Rebbe’s conduct?To ask a question and for more answers visit:http://stumptherabbi.org/This project was made possible byThe Chanin Fund
Is Cholov Yisroel a chumrah or halachah?
Stump the Rabbi - Rabbi Shlomo GoldfarbIs Cholov Yisroel a chumrah or halachah?To ask a question and for more answers visit:http://stumptherabbi.org/This project was made possible byThe Chanin Fund
Is there a Kashrus issue with eating lox and cream cheese together?
Stump the Rabbi - Rabbi Shlomo Goldfarb
Is there a Kashrus issue with eating lox and cream cheese together?
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Why do we wait six hours between eating certain cheeses and meat?
Stump the Rabbi - Rabbi Shlomo Goldfarb
Why do we wait six hours between eating certain cheeses and meat?
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Does halachah apply differently to a left-handed person?
Stump the Rabbi - Rabbi Shlomo GoldfarbDoes halachah apply differently to a left-handed person?To ask a question and for more answers visit:http://stumptherabbi.org/This project was made possible byThe Chanin Fund
What is the chabad approach to Zionism?
Stump the Rabbi - Rabbi Yossi Paltiel
What is the Chabad approach to Zionism in Eretz Yisroel?
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