West Deal Torah Center

Congregation Magen David of West DealSpreading the Torah of our beloved Rabbis through our online Torah Center. Sharing daily classes on Mishna, Gemara, Parasha, Halacha, and more from all corners of our Beit Midrash.Interested in sponsoring one or more classes? Reach out to us at west.deal.classes@gmail.com. Thank you so much for supporting our Synagogue!

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  Rabbi Moses Hidary – Shaar Habitachon Perek 4(m) | Mussar

  Aug 20, 202638 min

  Rabbi Moses Hidary hosts classes every Monday at 8:00 PM at West Deal Shul. In this class, Rabbi Hidary continues the study of Shaar HaBitachon, focusing on when and how bitachon applies to mitzvah observance. He explains that the decision to perform a mitzvah is non-negotiable — there is no room for "being in the mood" — but bitachon is appropriate when it comes to the completion and fruition of a mitzvah, praying that Hashem help carry it through. Drawing from Tehillim, he highlights how David HaMelech modeled two key prayers: one for focus and sustained resolve in avodas Hashem, and one for a genuine desire and love for Torah and mitzvos — even praying to want to want it. The class then transitions to interpersonal mitzvos (ben adam l'chavero), where Rabbi Hidary stresses that the proper motive must be l'shem shamayim — to draw closer to Hashem — not for honor, reward, or social gain. He closes with a powerful call for radical self-honesty about our underlying motives, reminding the class that recognizing where we fall short is itself the beginning of the journey toward true l'shem shamayim. - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - (0:00) Introduction & Opening (0:45) Bitachon in Mitzvot Overview (2:03) Decision vs. Completion of Mitzvah (4:11) Proofs from Tehillim (5:01) David HaMelech's Prayers (9:14) Two Things David Prayed For (10:13) Prayer #1: Staying Focused (13:11) Unifying the Heart (Yachad Libi) (14:34) Prayer: Inclining Heart to Torah (17:55) Burning Down the Forest Mashal (22:57) Chelek Eloka MiMal — Limitless Potential (24:52) What Else David Prayed For (25:27) Ben Adam L'Chavero Mitzvot Intro (27:01) Examples of Interpersonal Mitzvot (29:21) Proper Bitachon in Ben Adam L'Chavero (30:57) Doing Mitzvot L'Shem Shamayim (33:08) Knowing Your True Motives (36:10) Closing — Fake It Till You Make It - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Visit: westdealshul.org Sponsorships: west.deal.classes@gmail.com

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  Mr. Sammy Saka – Pirke Abot 2:20 “Time is the Most Precious Thing in Life”

  Aug 18, 202614 min

  Mr. Sammy Saka hosts classes on Zoom Tuesday and Thursday at 12:30PM. Contact Jacob Betesh to be added to the chat. In this class, Mr. Sammy Saka teaches Pirkei Avot 2:21, the famous Mishnah of Rabbi Tarfon, which declares that the day is short, the work is abundant, the laborers are lazy, the reward is great, and the Master of the house is insistent. Rabbi Tarfon, the wealthy and learned teacher of Rabbi Akiva, uses this Mishnah to call us to recognize the preciousness of time and the urgency of spiritual opportunity. Mr. Saka illustrates this with a Midrashic parable of a king's treasury, the custom of gifting a groom a gold watch, and the first halacha in Shulchan Aruch — to rise like a lion — all underscoring that laziness is our greatest obstacle. He shares personal stories of his father's lifelong dedication to early morning Torah learning and shul attendance as a living example of conquering time. The class concludes with the reassurance that Hashem, as a loving parent and generous Master, eagerly rewards those who make the effort — whether through financial blessing, health, or family — and that our role is simply to show up and try. - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - (0:00) Introduction to Mishnah 2:21 (0:15) Rabbi Tarfon's Mishnah recited (0:47) Who was Rabbi Tarfon? (1:52) The Day is Short: Life is Precious (2:08) Midrash: The King's Treasury Parable (2:53) Moshe on Har Sinai — No Wasted Time (3:17) The Gold Watch Custom for Grooms (4:02) The Work is Abundant (5:00) The Laborers are Lazy (5:22) First Halacha in Shulchan Aruch (5:41) Story: Mr. Saka's Father & Early Rising (7:19) The Reward is Great (8:36) Forms of Hashem's Reward (10:11) Hashem: The Master of the House (11:13) Summary & Closing Thoughts - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Visit: westdealshul.org Sponsorships: west.deal.classes@gmail.com

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  Rabbi Joseph Dana – Berachot 24a | Weekday Gemara #373

  Aug 18, 202628 min

  Rabbi Joseph Dana hosts classes Monday through Friday at 6:50 AM at West Deal Shul. This class covers a Gemara in Berachot 24a discussing various involuntary bodily behaviors — yawning, burping, sneezing, and spitting — and how they relate to proper conduct during the Amidah. The Gemara contrasts the behavior of Talmudic sages, who performed these acts during prayer, with other sources that seem to prohibit them, and resolves the contradiction by distinguishing between involuntary acts and those done willingly. A key discussion focuses on the phrase 'sneezing from below,' which the Gemara uses as a euphemism for passing gas, and on the positive sign of a real sneeze during prayer as an indication that one's prayer is being answered. The class also explores how a person should handle phlegm or spit during the Amidah, citing a dispute between Rashi and Rabbeinu Yonah over whether one should use a turban or an undershirt, and concludes with a leniency for those who are too sensitive to follow the stricter practice. - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - (0:00) Intro: Prayer conduct of the Sages (1:13) Covering your mouth when yawning (3:52) The Rif's opposing view on yawning (8:02) Praying out loud: lack of faith (9:31) Screaming in prayer like false prophets (11:18) Burping & yawning in prayer: arrogance (11:29) Sneezing in prayer: bad sign? (13:03) Resolving the contradiction: involuntary acts (15:01) Sneezing from below: passing gas (17:50) Sneezing as a good sign in prayer (20:28) Spitting during prayer (21:02) How to handle phlegm in Amidah (23:44) Rabbeinu Yonah: undershirt vs. turban (25:28) Rav Asher spits behind him mid-prayer (26:46) Leniency for those who are sensitive - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Visit: westdealshul.org Sponsorships: west.deal.classes@gmail.com

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  Rabbi Joseph Dana – Berachot 24a | Weekday Gemara #372

  Aug 18, 202624 min

  Rabbi Joseph Dana hosts classes every day at 6:50 AM at West Deal Shul. This class covers the final section of Berachot 24a, focusing primarily on the proper handling of Tefillin and Tallit during and after prayer. The Gemara raises a contradiction regarding Rebbi's practice of hanging his Tefillin, resolving it by distinguishing between hanging by the strap versus the box, and ultimately concluding that Rebbi hung the Tefillin bag rather than the Tefillin themselves. The class then discusses the importance of folding Tefillin with respect, particularly before Musaf on Rosh Chodesh, and the customs surrounding when to remove Tefillin relative to Kaddish. A statement from Rabbi Chanina about Rebbi's behavior during Amidah — burping, yawning, sneezing, spitting, and dealing with lice — is analyzed through the lens of Rashi and Tosafot, who debate whether adjusting one's garment during prayer refers to removing lice or repositioning a Tallit. The class concludes with the Shulchan Aruch's ruling that if a Tallit falls off entirely during the Amidah, one should not re-wrap it as it constitutes an interruption in prayer. - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - (0:00) Introduction & End of Perek Goal (0:25) Hanging Tefillin: The Problem (1:17) Torah Secrets & The Pasuk (3:08) Resolving the Contradiction (4:22) Folding Tefillin on Rosh Chodesh (7:15) Removing Tefillin Before Kaddish (9:28) Second Answer: Hanging the Bag (13:36) Rabbi Chanina's Account of Rebbi (15:30) Lice, Spitting, Yawning in Prayer (18:23) Rashi vs. Tosafot: Tallit Debate (21:45) Shulchan Aruch: Tallit Fell Off (22:40) Disposing of an Old Tallit - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Visit: westdealshul.org Sponsorships: west.deal.classes@gmail.com

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  Rabbi Albert Setton – On Selichot, Episode 1 | Selichot Series

  Aug 17, 20266 min

  Rabbi Albert Setton hosts classes every morning at 9:00 AM at West Deal Shul. Rabbi Albert Setton opens his 40-day Selichot series by explaining the purpose and value of learning these prayers, noting their relevance both for daily Selichot and for Yom Kippur itself. He traces the origin of the 40-day period beginning on Rosh Chodesh Elul to Moshe Rabbeinu's ascent to receive the second Luchot, culminating in Hashem's declaration of forgiveness on Yom Kippur. He also brings from the Kaf HaChaim that the number 40 corresponds to the formation of a human embryo, symbolizing the goal of these days as a period of personal recreation and renewal. Rabbi Setton then outlines the core structure of Selichot, which includes Vidui (confession), the 13 Attributes of Mercy recited multiple times, Kabbalat Ol Malchut Shamayim, and Avinu Malkeinu, framing Selichot essentially as an expanded form of Tachanun. The class sets the foundation for the series by highlighting that Selichot is built around asking Hashem for mercy, confessing sins, and reaffirming His sovereignty over our lives. - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - (0:00) Introduction to Selichot Series (1:02) Origins: Why 40 Days of Selichot (1:17) Minhag of Spain & Moshe's 40 Days (2:18) The Number 40 & Creation (3:23) Structure of Selichot Prayers (3:41) Piyutim Explained (4:06) Core Tefilot: Vidui (4:25) 13 Attributes of Mercy (4:44) Kabbalat Ol Malchut Shamayim (5:04) Avinu Malkeinu & Conclusion - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Visit: westdealshul.org Sponsorships: west.deal.classes@gmail.com

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