Musings of a Book Collector https://eliezerbrodt.podbean.com On Seforim and Jewish Books Sat, 10 Oct 2026 16:51:09 -0300 https://podbean.com/?v=5.5 en Eliezer Brodt 2024 Arts:Books 1440 episodic Eliezer Brodt Eliezer Brodt No false https://pbcdn1.podbean.com/imglogo/image-logo/19684009/NEW.jpg Musings of a Book Collector https://eliezerbrodt.podbean.com 144 144 A Review of the New Kovetz: Ke'eder HaRacheilim A Review of the New Kovetz: Ke'eder HaRacheilim https://eliezerbrodt.podbean.com/e/a-review-of-the-new-kovetz-keeder-haracheilim/ https://eliezerbrodt.podbean.com/e/a-review-of-the-new-kovetz-keeder-haracheilim/#comments Thu, 24 Sep 2026 11:25:26 -0300 eliezerbrodt.podbean.com/67b0c545-ae19-3f7c-85c5-7a95f55714d5  A review of Nachi Weinstein's (of Seforim Chatter)  Kovetz: Ke'eder HaRacheilim.

]]>  A review of Nachi Weinstein's (of Seforim Chatter)  Kovetz: Ke'eder HaRacheilim.

]]> Eliezer Brodt false No 2734 58 full R’ Ephraim Zalman Margolies’ Mateh Ephraim: Chumros during the Aseres Yemei Teshuvah, & Chumros in General R’ Ephraim Zalman Margolies’ Mateh Ephraim: Chumros during the Aseres Yemei Teshuvah, & Chumros in General https://eliezerbrodt.podbean.com/e/r-ephraim-zalman-margolies-mateh-ephraim-chumros-during-the-aseres-yemei-teshuvah-chumros-in-general/ https://eliezerbrodt.podbean.com/e/r-ephraim-zalman-margolies-mateh-ephraim-chumros-during-the-aseres-yemei-teshuvah-chumros-in-general/#comments Fri, 18 Sep 2026 11:36:04 -0300 eliezerbrodt.podbean.com/6bf9d932-05ec-3128-b660-f428ae091896 This was sponsored and took place at the Young Israel Beth El of Borough Park, September 17,  2026.

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]]> Eliezer Brodt false No 3163 57 full A Deep Dive into Pnei Moshe, a Sefer Zikaron in Memory of R' Moshe Esral A Deep Dive into Pnei Moshe, a Sefer Zikaron in Memory of R' Moshe Esral https://eliezerbrodt.podbean.com/e/a-deep-dive-into-sefer-zikron-genera-pnei-moshe-in-memory-of-r-moshe-esral/ https://eliezerbrodt.podbean.com/e/a-deep-dive-into-sefer-zikron-genera-pnei-moshe-in-memory-of-r-moshe-esral/#comments Mon, 27 Jul 2026 12:16:32 -0300 eliezerbrodt.podbean.com/9f527163-56ee-338e-915f-1107b8433fa7  This episode is a deep Dive into Sefer Zikron genre, specifically the Pnei Moshe in Memory of R' Moshe Esral.

]]>  This episode is a deep Dive into Sefer Zikron genre, specifically the Pnei Moshe in Memory of R' Moshe Esral.

]]> Eliezer Brodt false No 5011 56 full Chulin 18: History, Halacha, and Hard Truths: The Making of a Shochet — Part Two Chulin 18: History, Halacha, and Hard Truths: The Making of a Shochet — Part Two https://eliezerbrodt.podbean.com/e/chulin-18-history-halacha-and-hard-truths-the-making-of-a-shochet-%e2%80%94-part-two/ https://eliezerbrodt.podbean.com/e/chulin-18-history-halacha-and-hard-truths-the-making-of-a-shochet-%e2%80%94-part-two/#comments Thu, 02 Jul 2026 10:33:45 -0300 eliezerbrodt.podbean.com/e2209502-45f9-32e3-a312-6ff4f3044d36 Eliezer Brodt false No 1914 55 full Chulin 17: The Aruch HaShulchan on Shechitah: A Window into His Halachic Method Chulin 17: The Aruch HaShulchan on Shechitah: A Window into His Halachic Method https://eliezerbrodt.podbean.com/e/chulin-17-the-aruch-hashulchan-on-shechitah-a-window-into-his-halachic-method/ https://eliezerbrodt.podbean.com/e/chulin-17-the-aruch-hashulchan-on-shechitah-a-window-into-his-halachic-method/#comments Thu, 25 Jun 2026 19:08:24 -0300 eliezerbrodt.podbean.com/ff89d5ab-1364-344f-9f13-195c7f6b13b5 Eliezer Brodt false No 2310 54 full Chulin 16: In Search of a Lost Work: Machzik HaBedek Chulin 16: In Search of a Lost Work: Machzik HaBedek https://eliezerbrodt.podbean.com/e/chulin-16-in-search-of-a-lost-work-machzik-habedek/ https://eliezerbrodt.podbean.com/e/chulin-16-in-search-of-a-lost-work-machzik-habedek/#comments Sun, 21 Jun 2026 17:41:09 -0300 eliezerbrodt.podbean.com/7927cab6-8957-3914-84ab-d0125af941e9 Eliezer Brodt false No 2260 53 full Chulin 15: History, Halacha, and Hard Truths: The Making of a Shochet — Part One Chulin 15: History, Halacha, and Hard Truths: The Making of a Shochet — Part One https://eliezerbrodt.podbean.com/e/chulin-15-history-halacha-and-hard-truths-the-making-of-a-shochet-%e2%80%94-part-one/ https://eliezerbrodt.podbean.com/e/chulin-15-history-halacha-and-hard-truths-the-making-of-a-shochet-%e2%80%94-part-one/#comments Fri, 19 Jun 2026 08:45:01 -0300 eliezerbrodt.podbean.com/7fca0cfc-7a45-33ca-8267-be882f6de456 Eliezer Brodt false No 1962 52 full Chulin 14: Exploring the Works of Rabbi Yekusiel (Leopold) Grünwald: Torah Scholar, Historian, & Prolific Writer Chulin 14: Exploring the Works of Rabbi Yekusiel (Leopold) Grünwald: Torah Scholar, Historian, & Prolific Writer https://eliezerbrodt.podbean.com/e/chulin-14-exploring-the-works-of-rabbi-yekusiel-leopold-grunwald-torah-scholar-historian-prolific-writer/ https://eliezerbrodt.podbean.com/e/chulin-14-exploring-the-works-of-rabbi-yekusiel-leopold-grunwald-torah-scholar-historian-prolific-writer/#comments Thu, 11 Jun 2026 18:29:25 -0300 eliezerbrodt.podbean.com/16a9c41e-8679-3fc7-8263-313fb9260e9e Eliezer Brodt false No 2534 51 full Chulin 13: Women & Shechita :The Historical sources Chulin 13: Women & Shechita :The Historical sources https://eliezerbrodt.podbean.com/e/chulin-13-women-shechita-the-historical-sources/ https://eliezerbrodt.podbean.com/e/chulin-13-women-shechita-the-historical-sources/#comments Tue, 09 Jun 2026 08:20:12 -0300 eliezerbrodt.podbean.com/9e244f24-5116-3219-a5b1-5a83b90fb7bb Eliezer Brodt false No 2011 50 full Chulin 12: Women & Shechita: The Chida Chulin 12: Women & Shechita: The Chida https://eliezerbrodt.podbean.com/e/chulin-12-women-shechita-the-chida/ https://eliezerbrodt.podbean.com/e/chulin-12-women-shechita-the-chida/#comments Sun, 07 Jun 2026 08:38:49 -0300 eliezerbrodt.podbean.com/5d0e1837-7705-38cd-bea7-6858b5c5daf8 Eliezer Brodt false No 1839 49 full Chulin 11: Women & Shechita: R' Yakov Emden Chulin 11: Women & Shechita: R' Yakov Emden https://eliezerbrodt.podbean.com/e/chulin-11-women-shechita-r-yakov-emden/ https://eliezerbrodt.podbean.com/e/chulin-11-women-shechita-r-yakov-emden/#comments Thu, 04 Jun 2026 09:42:55 -0300 eliezerbrodt.podbean.com/74652081-7359-3a00-8590-c62324e61ea9 Eliezer Brodt false No 2177 48 full Chulin 10: Women & Shechita: The Marshal (Part Two) Chulin 10: Women & Shechita: The Marshal (Part Two) https://eliezerbrodt.podbean.com/e/chulin-10-women-shechita-the-marshal-part-two/ https://eliezerbrodt.podbean.com/e/chulin-10-women-shechita-the-marshal-part-two/#comments Tue, 02 Jun 2026 03:50:29 -0300 eliezerbrodt.podbean.com/8a73beb5-45ff-3360-a06a-ff6926e7686f Eliezer Brodt false No 2151 47 full Chulin 9: Women & Shechita: The Marshal (Part one) Chulin 9: Women & Shechita: The Marshal (Part one) https://eliezerbrodt.podbean.com/e/chulin-9-women-shechita-the-marshal-part-one/ https://eliezerbrodt.podbean.com/e/chulin-9-women-shechita-the-marshal-part-one/#comments Sun, 31 May 2026 16:05:44 -0300 eliezerbrodt.podbean.com/71cfc41d-29bf-3b9a-ae09-9477e95bcd81 Eliezer Brodt false No 1687 46 full Chulin 8: Women & Shechita: Reading the Agur Between the Beit Yosef & Rema Chulin 8: Women & Shechita: Reading the Agur Between the Beit Yosef & Rema https://eliezerbrodt.podbean.com/e/chulin-8-women-shechita-reading-the-agur-between-the-beit-yosef-rema/ https://eliezerbrodt.podbean.com/e/chulin-8-women-shechita-reading-the-agur-between-the-beit-yosef-rema/#comments Wed, 27 May 2026 07:53:30 -0300 eliezerbrodt.podbean.com/d03469cb-5a8f-3a90-920c-465bfc911e89 Eliezer Brodt false No 2216 45 full Chulin 7: A Visual Guide to Chullin: Exploring Rabbi Reit’s Ushchat’tem Bazeh Chulin 7: A Visual Guide to Chullin: Exploring Rabbi Reit’s Ushchat’tem Bazeh https://eliezerbrodt.podbean.com/e/chulin-7-a-visual-guide-to-chullin-exploring-rabbi-reit-s-ushchat-tem-bazeh/ https://eliezerbrodt.podbean.com/e/chulin-7-a-visual-guide-to-chullin-exploring-rabbi-reit-s-ushchat-tem-bazeh/#comments Mon, 25 May 2026 14:10:01 -0300 eliezerbrodt.podbean.com/fd71251a-b45b-3135-b1a3-40992326f862 One can purchase this work with free shipping in the US here

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]]> Eliezer Brodt false No 1605 44 full Chulin 6: R' Shmuel Ibn Gamah (Part Three) Chulin 6: R' Shmuel Ibn Gamah (Part Three) https://eliezerbrodt.podbean.com/e/chulin-6-r-shmuel-ibn-gamah-part-three/ https://eliezerbrodt.podbean.com/e/chulin-6-r-shmuel-ibn-gamah-part-three/#comments Sun, 17 May 2026 06:25:34 -0300 eliezerbrodt.podbean.com/3a84614e-33fb-3c46-b50d-1cbce36bde59 Eliezer Brodt false No 2145 43 full Chulin 5: R' Shmuel Ibn Gamah (Part Two) Chulin 5: R' Shmuel Ibn Gamah (Part Two) https://eliezerbrodt.podbean.com/e/chulin-5-r-shmuel-ibn-gamah-part-two/ https://eliezerbrodt.podbean.com/e/chulin-5-r-shmuel-ibn-gamah-part-two/#comments Wed, 13 May 2026 10:22:57 -0300 eliezerbrodt.podbean.com/eb44adda-89cf-3b84-a1e2-6299f69c6f63 Eliezer Brodt false No 1639 42 full Chulin 4: R' Shmuel Ibn Gamah (Part One) Chulin 4: R' Shmuel Ibn Gamah (Part One) https://eliezerbrodt.podbean.com/e/chulin-4-r-shmuel-ibn-gamah-part-one/ https://eliezerbrodt.podbean.com/e/chulin-4-r-shmuel-ibn-gamah-part-one/#comments Mon, 11 May 2026 14:58:18 -0300 eliezerbrodt.podbean.com/042aeb7a-60fb-3bdf-9fd4-714905c80194 Eliezer Brodt false No 2064 41 full Chulin 3: Eldad Hadani Part Three Chulin 3: Eldad Hadani Part Three https://eliezerbrodt.podbean.com/e/chulin-2-eldad-hadani-part-three/ https://eliezerbrodt.podbean.com/e/chulin-2-eldad-hadani-part-three/#comments Sun, 10 May 2026 04:44:24 -0300 eliezerbrodt.podbean.com/2c81a459-7010-3b71-97a1-2334881fc0df Eliezer Brodt false No 1317 39 full Chulin 2: Eldad Hadani Part Two Chulin 2: Eldad Hadani Part Two https://eliezerbrodt.podbean.com/e/chulin-2-eldad-hadani-part-two/ https://eliezerbrodt.podbean.com/e/chulin-2-eldad-hadani-part-two/#comments Thu, 07 May 2026 17:05:48 -0300 eliezerbrodt.podbean.com/c1e1e857-62dd-3437-baba-4f6e06cd1058 Eliezer Brodt false No 1440 38 full Chulin 1: Eldad Hadani Chulin 1: Eldad Hadani https://eliezerbrodt.podbean.com/e/chulin-1-eldad-hadani/ https://eliezerbrodt.podbean.com/e/chulin-1-eldad-hadani/#comments Wed, 06 May 2026 18:29:46 -0300 eliezerbrodt.podbean.com/d709ee83-c89b-3c4d-9791-2f9d773f44dd As I was preparing my episode on how Chullin was learned through the ages, I came to realize that this is perhaps the Mesechtah most written about from a halachic standpoint. A large percentage of Yoreh De'ah is based on it. Kashrut is a central subject, and although certain aspects—such as shechitah and treifot—are encountered less frequently in everyday life than in the past, they remain just as relevant today. Other areas, such as בשר בחלב, תערובות, מליחה, and the simanim of animals and fish, are likewise highly relevant.

The literature on the Mesechtah, and on Yoreh De'ah more broadly, is vast. I decided to challenge myself by exploring it through both micro and macro lenses—zooming in and out through a series of shorter episodes focused on the seforim, personalities, and controversies that shaped its study. I want to examine what the major issues were, what they still are, and what a rav needed to know when setting out to become a posek, as well as what was required once he had already assumed that role.

In addition, I hope to explore how pesak took—and takes—shape in practice. At times I will connect the discussion to a specific daf, though since these reflections are somewhat spontaneous, I expect to return to many of these topics, figures, and seforim over time.

]]> As I was preparing my episode on how Chullin was learned through the ages, I came to realize that this is perhaps the Mesechtah most written about from a halachic standpoint. A large percentage of Yoreh De'ah is based on it. Kashrut is a central subject, and although certain aspects—such as shechitah and treifot—are encountered less frequently in everyday life than in the past, they remain just as relevant today. Other areas, such as בשר בחלב, תערובות, מליחה, and the simanim of animals and fish, are likewise highly relevant.

The literature on the Mesechtah, and on Yoreh De'ah more broadly, is vast. I decided to challenge myself by exploring it through both micro and macro lenses—zooming in and out through a series of shorter episodes focused on the seforim, personalities, and controversies that shaped its study. I want to examine what the major issues were, what they still are, and what a rav needed to know when setting out to become a posek, as well as what was required once he had already assumed that role.

In addition, I hope to explore how pesak took—and takes—shape in practice. At times I will connect the discussion to a specific daf, though since these reflections are somewhat spontaneous, I expect to return to many of these topics, figures, and seforim over time.

]]> Eliezer Brodt false No 1727 37 full Hamantaschen: A Forensic History of a Purim Pastry Hamantaschen: A Forensic History of a Purim Pastry https://eliezerbrodt.podbean.com/e/hamantaschen-a-forensic-history-of-a-purim-pastry/ https://eliezerbrodt.podbean.com/e/hamantaschen-a-forensic-history-of-a-purim-pastry/#comments Fri, 27 Feb 2026 09:55:13 -0400 eliezerbrodt.podbean.com/d046ce9a-d446-3067-a518-54fba0522782 In this episode, we trace the origins and evolution of hamantaschen across a wide range of sources. From early printed references to autobiographical accounts preserving lived Purim memories, we explore how this iconic pastry entered Jewish cultural life. Along the way, we examine Purim plays, parodies, and humorous literature that shaped, and popularized it.

Taken together, these materials reveal how minhag emerges not only in the beit midrash, but also in memoir, satire, and the printed page — offering a cultural and textual biography of hamantaschen across the centuries.

]]> In this episode, we trace the origins and evolution of hamantaschen across a wide range of sources. From early printed references to autobiographical accounts preserving lived Purim memories, we explore how this iconic pastry entered Jewish cultural life. Along the way, we examine Purim plays, parodies, and humorous literature that shaped, and popularized it.

Taken together, these materials reveal how minhag emerges not only in the beit midrash, but also in memoir, satire, and the printed page — offering a cultural and textual biography of hamantaschen across the centuries.

]]> Eliezer Brodt false No 4366 35 full The Vilna Gaon: Fact, Fiction, & the Kol HaTor The Vilna Gaon: Fact, Fiction, & the Kol HaTor https://eliezerbrodt.podbean.com/e/the-vilna-gaon-fact-fiction-the-kol-hator/ https://eliezerbrodt.podbean.com/e/the-vilna-gaon-fact-fiction-the-kol-hator/#comments Fri, 13 Feb 2026 10:16:42 -0400 eliezerbrodt.podbean.com/bef2bba3-b336-31b1-97b7-e284db144a49 This was sponsored and took place at the Young Israel Beth El of Borough Park, February 4 2026.

This is a small part of my recent research related to the Gra. Hopefully I will release more soon.

]]> This was sponsored and took place at the Young Israel Beth El of Borough Park, February 4 2026.

This is a small part of my recent research related to the Gra. Hopefully I will release more soon.

]]> Eliezer Brodt false No 3043 34 full Tracking a Rare Sefer: A Forensic Case Study Centered on the 1616 Chanukas HaBayis Tracking a Rare Sefer: A Forensic Case Study Centered on the 1616 Chanukas HaBayis https://eliezerbrodt.podbean.com/e/tracking-a-rare-sefer-a-forensic-case-study-centered-on-the-1616-chanukas-habayis/ https://eliezerbrodt.podbean.com/e/tracking-a-rare-sefer-a-forensic-case-study-centered-on-the-1616-chanukas-habayis/#comments Fri, 19 Dec 2025 05:41:54 -0400 eliezerbrodt.podbean.com/e3eba34f-bb21-3056-8daf-fd942a3d8f0a In this episode, we trace the story of this sefer through bibliographic works and library collections, following the evidence used to piece together information about the work and its author. We look at who encountered the sefer, how it was cited, and what those references reveal about its circulation and use.

We then explore why the Magen Avraham made use of this work, and what his reliance on it suggests about its standing significance.

The episode concludes with several reflections on the sefer itself and its connection to Chanukah, placing the 1616 Chanukas HaBayis within a broader historical and bibliographic context.

]]> In this episode, we trace the story of this sefer through bibliographic works and library collections, following the evidence used to piece together information about the work and its author. We look at who encountered the sefer, how it was cited, and what those references reveal about its circulation and use.

We then explore why the Magen Avraham made use of this work, and what his reliance on it suggests about its standing significance.

The episode concludes with several reflections on the sefer itself and its connection to Chanukah, placing the 1616 Chanukas HaBayis within a broader historical and bibliographic context.

]]> Eliezer Brodt false No 4496 31 full Learning Ramban Al HaTorah: Techeles Mordechai to Keren Pnei Moshe -Tools Across the Ages Learning Ramban Al HaTorah: Techeles Mordechai to Keren Pnei Moshe -Tools Across the Ages https://eliezerbrodt.podbean.com/e/learning-ramban-al-hatorah-techeles-mordechai-to-keren-pnei-moshe-tools-across-the-ages/ https://eliezerbrodt.podbean.com/e/learning-ramban-al-hatorah-techeles-mordechai-to-keren-pnei-moshe-tools-across-the-ages/#comments Tue, 11 Nov 2025 04:31:21 -0400 eliezerbrodt.podbean.com/5231520c-9cca-32c3-9ffe-f01756677549 For centuries, many have turned to the Ramban’s commentary to uncover Torah’s deepest layers. This episode traces how Ramban was learned through the ages — from early manuscripts to modern editions. Deep diving into Rav Mordechai Gimpel Jaffe’s Techeles Mordechai and the new edition of Keren Pnei Moshe.

]]> For centuries, many have turned to the Ramban’s commentary to uncover Torah’s deepest layers. This episode traces how Ramban was learned through the ages — from early manuscripts to modern editions. Deep diving into Rav Mordechai Gimpel Jaffe’s Techeles Mordechai and the new edition of Keren Pnei Moshe.

]]> Eliezer Brodt false No 5446 29 full Remembering R’ Dovid Kamenetsky: His generosity, Legacy, & Seforim Remembering R’ Dovid Kamenetsky: His generosity, Legacy, & Seforim https://eliezerbrodt.podbean.com/e/remembering-r-dovid-kamenetsky-his-generosity-legacy-and-seforim/ https://eliezerbrodt.podbean.com/e/remembering-r-dovid-kamenetsky-his-generosity-legacy-and-seforim/#comments Mon, 29 Sep 2025 06:32:43 -0300 eliezerbrodt.podbean.com/8234ce2f-2b08-3943-9c1c-548d268a7175 In this episode, I share a hesped for R’ Dovid Kamenetsky זצ״ל, a talmid chacham & prolific author. I reflect on my personal connection with him and the lessons we can learn from his life—especially his generosity and devotion to helping others. I also trace his legacy, highlighting his many significant works on the Vilna Gaon and his Beis Medrash, as well as his more recent focus on the life of R’ Chaim Ozer Grodzinski, including his two monumental volumes on the subject. His passing is a profound loss for the Torah world, but his seforim & articles ensure that his voice and teachings will continue to inspire.

]]> In this episode, I share a hesped for R’ Dovid Kamenetsky זצ״ל, a talmid chacham & prolific author. I reflect on my personal connection with him and the lessons we can learn from his life—especially his generosity and devotion to helping others. I also trace his legacy, highlighting his many significant works on the Vilna Gaon and his Beis Medrash, as well as his more recent focus on the life of R’ Chaim Ozer Grodzinski, including his two monumental volumes on the subject. His passing is a profound loss for the Torah world, but his seforim & articles ensure that his voice and teachings will continue to inspire.

]]> Eliezer Brodt false No 4512 27 full The Quiet Pen of Torah: Reflections on R’ Eliyahu Greensweig The Quiet Pen of Torah: Reflections on R’ Eliyahu Greensweig https://eliezerbrodt.podbean.com/e/the-quiet-pen-of-torah-reflections-on-r-eliyahu-greensweig/ https://eliezerbrodt.podbean.com/e/the-quiet-pen-of-torah-reflections-on-r-eliyahu-greensweig/#comments Sun, 21 Sep 2025 11:20:26 -0300 eliezerbrodt.podbean.com/3df3ed76-e039-369a-8316-29f1dc0f5556 In this episode, I share a hesped for R’ Eliyahu Greensweig זצ״ל, a hidden talmid chacham, a prolific author — filling notebooks, and pages with his vast Torah knowledge. Though not a public figure, his quiet brilliance, meticulous exactitude in seforim, and endless written output made him truly unique. I reflect on my personal connection with him and the lessons we can take from his life — humility, precision, generosity, and the discipline of writing Torah every day. His passing is a deep loss for the world of Torah, but his legacy of words and learning continues to inspire.

]]> In this episode, I share a hesped for R’ Eliyahu Greensweig זצ״ל, a hidden talmid chacham, a prolific author — filling notebooks, and pages with his vast Torah knowledge. Though not a public figure, his quiet brilliance, meticulous exactitude in seforim, and endless written output made him truly unique. I reflect on my personal connection with him and the lessons we can take from his life — humility, precision, generosity, and the discipline of writing Torah every day. His passing is a deep loss for the world of Torah, but his legacy of words and learning continues to inspire.

]]> Eliezer Brodt false No 2785 26 full Short Episode 8: Why Jewish History Matters—Especially Now: Reading Shevet Yehudah & Yaven Metzulah Short Episode 8: Why Jewish History Matters—Especially Now: Reading Shevet Yehudah & Yaven Metzulah https://eliezerbrodt.podbean.com/e/short-episode-8-why-jewish-history-matters%e2%80%94especially-now-reading-shevet-yehudah-yaven-metzulah/ https://eliezerbrodt.podbean.com/e/short-episode-8-why-jewish-history-matters%e2%80%94especially-now-reading-shevet-yehudah-yaven-metzulah/#comments Fri, 01 Aug 2025 08:51:35 -0300 eliezerbrodt.podbean.com/73a40edc-e98c-3192-9172-fe8366ffd118 As summer rolls in and Tishah B’Av approaches, it’s the perfect moment to reconnect with Jewish history through two classic works: Shevet Yehudah and Yaven Metzulah. In this episode, we reflect on why Jewish historical awareness matters—especially now—and how these books can frame our memory, mourning, and meaning during the Nine Days.

 

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]]> Eliezer Brodt false No 4139 23 full Musings of a Book Collector Ep. 8 Book Week 2023 Musings of a Book Collector Ep. 8 Book Week 2023 https://eliezerbrodt.podbean.com/e/musings-of-a-book-collector-ep-8-book-week-2023/ https://eliezerbrodt.podbean.com/e/musings-of-a-book-collector-ep-8-book-week-2023/#comments Tue, 10 Jun 2025 10:02:07 -0300 eliezerbrodt.podbean.com/fa83a65d-c68a-3090-820e-7c2a8608b4b0 This episode was recorded in 2023 and discusses Book Week in general, with a focus on publications from that year.

]]> This episode was recorded in 2023 and discusses Book Week in general, with a focus on publications from that year.

]]> Eliezer Brodt false No 3772 20 full Short Episode 7: Minhagei Shavuos in Jewish Autobiography: Autobiographical Windows into Jewish Practice Short Episode 7: Minhagei Shavuos in Jewish Autobiography: Autobiographical Windows into Jewish Practice https://eliezerbrodt.podbean.com/e/short-episode-7-minhagei-shavuos-in-jewish-autobiography-autobiographical-windows-into-jewish-practice/ https://eliezerbrodt.podbean.com/e/short-episode-7-minhagei-shavuos-in-jewish-autobiography-autobiographical-windows-into-jewish-practice/#comments Tue, 27 May 2025 18:11:38 -0300 eliezerbrodt.podbean.com/3824bee3-6c0e-38d7-93ac-f926a6a78880 To Purchase the Episode mentioned behind the paywall visit

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]]> Eliezer Brodt false No 2865 19 full Short Episode 6: Two New Autobiographies: R' Greizman, I was a Talmid in Yeshivas Chevron (1952–1958) & Lev Ne'eman of Rav Mazuz Short Episode 6: Two New Autobiographies: R' Greizman, I was a Talmid in Yeshivas Chevron (1952–1958) & Lev Ne'eman of Rav Mazuz https://eliezerbrodt.podbean.com/e/short-episode-6-two-new-autobiographies-r-greizman-i-was-a-talmid-in-yeshivas-chevron-1952%e2%80%931958-lev-neeman-of-rav-mazuz/ https://eliezerbrodt.podbean.com/e/short-episode-6-two-new-autobiographies-r-greizman-i-was-a-talmid-in-yeshivas-chevron-1952%e2%80%931958-lev-neeman-of-rav-mazuz/#comments Mon, 26 May 2025 17:51:11 -0300 eliezerbrodt.podbean.com/4900ed87-4c84-3d78-80e9-4aede0a81e93 Eliezer Brodt false No 2755 17 full Short Episode 5: Five New Seforim: Discussion of Recent Torah Publications & Their Ties to the Mishnah Berurah Short Episode 5: Five New Seforim: Discussion of Recent Torah Publications & Their Ties to the Mishnah Berurah https://eliezerbrodt.podbean.com/e/short-episode-5-five-new-seforim-discussion-of-recent-torah-publications-and-their-ties-to-the-mishnah-berurah/ https://eliezerbrodt.podbean.com/e/short-episode-5-five-new-seforim-discussion-of-recent-torah-publications-and-their-ties-to-the-mishnah-berurah/#comments Thu, 10 Apr 2025 09:10:56 -0300 eliezerbrodt.podbean.com/88a5ab79-6e06-36bf-a17e-36de1ddfa8df Eliezer Brodt false No 1797 14 full Short Episode 4: Four New Haggadot on the Shelf: A 2025 Snapshot Short Episode 4: Four New Haggadot on the Shelf: A 2025 Snapshot https://eliezerbrodt.podbean.com/e/short-episode-4-four-new-haggadot-on-the-shelf-a-2025-snapshot/ https://eliezerbrodt.podbean.com/e/short-episode-4-four-new-haggadot-on-the-shelf-a-2025-snapshot/#comments Wed, 02 Apr 2025 12:19:21 -0300 eliezerbrodt.podbean.com/ba6a0466-db63-39fa-a1cc-3968d2138d97 Eliezer Brodt false No 3360 13 full Short Episode 3: Manna Matters: The Segulah, The Blessing, & The Books Short Episode 3: Manna Matters: The Segulah, The Blessing, & The Books https://eliezerbrodt.podbean.com/e/ep-3-manna-matters-the-segulah-the-blessing-the-books/ https://eliezerbrodt.podbean.com/e/ep-3-manna-matters-the-segulah-the-blessing-the-books/#comments Tue, 04 Feb 2025 18:09:00 -0400 eliezerbrodt.podbean.com/c4e5d3b1-6ca2-31c8-96a0-6c69cf1f1072 Eliezer Brodt false No 2109 10 full Short Episode 2: Sefer Makabi’im, Sdei Chemed and other Chanukah related seforim Short Episode 2: Sefer Makabi’im, Sdei Chemed and other Chanukah related seforim https://eliezerbrodt.podbean.com/e/short-episode-2-sefer-makabi-im-sdei-chemed-and-other-chanukah-related-seforim/ https://eliezerbrodt.podbean.com/e/short-episode-2-sefer-makabi-im-sdei-chemed-and-other-chanukah-related-seforim/#comments Thu, 26 Dec 2024 03:10:52 -0400 eliezerbrodt.podbean.com/e8f5b2f9-2c57-3c6a-85de-66bd0120f558 Eliezer Brodt false No 928 6 full Short Episode 1: R’ Shlomo Zalman Auerbach and his Halachic work on electricity Meorei Eish Short Episode 1: R’ Shlomo Zalman Auerbach and his Halachic work on electricity Meorei Eish https://eliezerbrodt.podbean.com/e/short-episdoe-1-r-shlomo-zalman-auerbach-and-his-halachic-work-on-electricity-meorei-eish/ https://eliezerbrodt.podbean.com/e/short-episdoe-1-r-shlomo-zalman-auerbach-and-his-halachic-work-on-electricity-meorei-eish/#comments Thu, 26 Dec 2024 03:07:54 -0400 eliezerbrodt.podbean.com/c26ab63e-2be6-3b9d-ae7b-8e5ecfbcd91b Eliezer Brodt false No 692 5 full Musings of a Book Collector: Introduction Musings of a Book Collector: Introduction https://eliezerbrodt.podbean.com/e/musings-of-a-book-collector/ https://eliezerbrodt.podbean.com/e/musings-of-a-book-collector/#comments Tue, 29 Oct 2024 06:21:16 -0300 eliezerbrodt.podbean.com/00eebbdf-82cf-367d-ad9d-95e7e1151611 In this inaugural episode of "Musings of a Book Collector," recorded just after Pesach 2023, we dive into the world of Seforim that have recently been released. As an experiment based on listener feedback, the episode encourages further interaction and criticism to fine-tune future discussions.

The episode explores the excitement surrounding the Mossad Rav Kook  sale in Yerushalayim. The host shares insights into the significant growth of the Seforim market, and discusses the challenges of keeping up with new releases.

Among the highlighted works is the newly published  updated and expanded edition of Reb Dovid Tzvi Hoffman's work on Vayikra.

Join us as we delve into the fascinating world of Seforim, exploring both the historical significance and contemporary impact of these new releases. Whether you're a seasoned collector or a curious reader, this episode offers a rich tapestry of insights into the evolving landscape of Jewish literature.

]]> In this inaugural episode of "Musings of a Book Collector," recorded just after Pesach 2023, we dive into the world of Seforim that have recently been released. As an experiment based on listener feedback, the episode encourages further interaction and criticism to fine-tune future discussions.

The episode explores the excitement surrounding the Mossad Rav Kook  sale in Yerushalayim. The host shares insights into the significant growth of the Seforim market, and discusses the challenges of keeping up with new releases.

Among the highlighted works is the newly published  updated and expanded edition of Reb Dovid Tzvi Hoffman's work on Vayikra.

Join us as we delve into the fascinating world of Seforim, exploring both the historical significance and contemporary impact of these new releases. Whether you're a seasoned collector or a curious reader, this episode offers a rich tapestry of insights into the evolving landscape of Jewish literature.

]]> Eliezer Brodt false No 2310 1 full Musings of a Book Collector Ep. 2 Musings of a Book Collector Ep. 2 https://eliezerbrodt.podbean.com/e/musing-of-a-book-collector-ep-2/ https://eliezerbrodt.podbean.com/e/musing-of-a-book-collector-ep-2/#comments Tue, 08 Oct 2024 03:45:00 -0300 eliezerbrodt.podbean.com/dd91ec95-1897-3101-b095-a0ee3ff11d7e Eliezer Brodt false No 2630 2 full