Guided Jewish Meditations
Religion & Spirituality
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This channel contains guided Jewish meditations for personal spiritual growth. What is the soul?How does consciousness connect you with the Creator of All, the Source of all of consciousness and life?How can spirituality help you deal with stress and anxiety, and help you live a more fulfilling life?This channel contains guided Jewish meditations that explore these and other questions.The meditations, which combine classic breathing and meditation techniques with the ancient Jewish wisdom of the Torah, are each about 20-30 minutes long, and are inspired by the teachings of Rabbi Aryeh Kaplan, זצ”ל.
Episodes
- 104. Aibershter: A Meditation of the Highest One
The Yiddish word Aibershter, literally meaning The Highest One, is the term used by Yiddish speaking Jews for hundreds of years when speaking of the Creator. This meditation dives into the letters of the Hebrew word with the same meaning -…
- 103. Infinitude [Unstructured]
This is an unstructured meditation into the infinitude of secrets contained within the letter Aleph. Allow your soul to roam freely during the long periods of ambient music. Letters, words and numerical values used in this meditation: י ו…
- 102. Purim: Returning With Love
The happiest day of the Jewish calendar, Purim, holds tremendous spiritual potential. The Sages of the Torah explain that this day is even greater than the Day of Atonement - Yom Kippur, the holiest day of the year, because its potential l…
- 101. Hashem: A Divine Embrace for Anxiety and Pain
This meditation is dedicated to my brothers and sisters in Israel. I hope it brings comfort in moments of need. This is a short meditation for moments of anxiety. By focusing on the four letters of the ineffable Name of the Creator, it gui…
- 100. Aleph: A Meditation of Unity
The letter Aleph contains the Divine energies of a new beginning, renewal, balance, and unity. I invite you to join me for this one hundredth meditation, as we embark on a deep, powerful spiritual visualization and journey. By contemplatin…
- 99. Neis: A Meditation of Miracles
It is a time of miracles for the Jewish People. The Hebrew word for miracle, Neis, also means a banner and proclamation. This meditation is a journey of miracles. Join me as we explore the miracles in our own lives, and discover that in tr…
- 98. Immersion [Advanced]
In the mystical wisdom of the Torah, the immersion of the soul with its Infinite Source is experienced through the Names of the Creator of All. In this advanced meditation, the listener is guided into a deep visualization of the letters of…
- 97. Elul: A Meditation of the Soul's Beloved
The month of Elul holds tremendous spiritual energies and potential, as it is the month of closeness and return to the Divine. The Torah teaches that this name - Elul, spelled א ל ו ל - is an acronym for the phrase in Song of Songs: אֲנִי…
- 96. Mashiach Consciousness
This is a guided visualization meditation on Mashiach Consciousness, where the veil behind the physical Universe is pulled back, and the true nature and Source of existence reveals itself. This is the consciousness of the future, with Mash…
- 95. Rega/Ragua: A Moment of Calm
The Hebrew word for moment, Rega רֶגַע, contains the three letters Reish, Gimmel, Ayin. These three letters also form the word for Calm, Ragua, רַגֻעַ. Being in the moment, in the Rega, and experiencing the joy of letting go of control to…
- 94. Freedom [Unstructured]
The Hebrew month of Nissan abounds with the spiritual energies of redemption and freedom. This unstructured meditation, spoken in the first person, is a journey into the meaning of freedom, what it truly is, and how to experience it every…
- 93. Vayimaein
The story of Yosef Hatzadik, Joseph the Righteous, in the first Book of the Torah, tells of the years of his relentless struggle in the face of the temptations of his master's wife. The Torah encapsulates this struggle in one word, וימאן -…
- 92. From Broken, One
This is a short personal prayer meditation, my soul trying to express itself during these difficult times. I hope the words within resonate with your soul, as well. Music credits: Ludovico Einaudi - Una Mattina Soft Felt Piano Version - ht…
- 91. Amein: A Soul's Journey to its Source
The Hebrew word Amein - אמן - carries within it a deep, sacred union of soul to its Source. Within the letters of this word - א מ ן - and within its numerical value, 91, lies a journey of the soul, and during this visualization meditation…
- 75 - 22: Letters Series: Tav / Sav - תּ / ת [Finale]
The final letter of the Aleph Beis, the Tav / Sav - תּ / ת, completes the cycle of the letters of the Torah, the building blocks of all of existence. Join me in the final episode of this series, as we complete the cycle from Aleph to Tav,…
- 75 - 21: Letters Series: Shin ש
In the mystical wisdom of the Torah, the Shin ש contains the spiritual energies of balance and equilibrium. Containing three arms, it balances right and left with its center column. In times of anxiety, meditating on this letter can draw f…
- 75 - 20: Letters Series: Reish ר
In this episode of the letters series of the Aleph Beis, we focus on the Reish, ר. This letter also means head, or beginning. As such, it contains within it the spiritual potential for a new beginning, a new start. Join me as we meditate o…
- 75 - 19: Letters Series: Kuf ק
Join me in this short meditation on the letter Kuf ק, as we embark on a deeper understanding of the dichotomy of the Divine soul within the human body. Music credits: Free Meditation Music 528Hz Music - No CopyRight Music - Royalty Free He…
- 75 - 18: Letters Series: Tzadi צ
This is a short meditation on the letter Tzadi, צ. When it appears in the middle of a word, it appears bent over: צ. But at the end of a word, its bent over legs extend below: ץ. This meditation guides the listener to a deeper understandin…
- 75 - 17: Letters Series: Peh / Feh - פּ / פ
In this episode within the short meditation series of the Aleph Beis, we focus on the letters Feh פ (without inner nekuda, dot) and Peh פּ (with the nekuda). The word Peh also means mouth in Hebrew, and this meditation guides the listener t…
- 75 - 16: Letters Series: Ayin ע
The letter Ayin, ע, also means eye in Hebrew: עין. This short meditation guides the listener to a deeper understanding of the connection between this letter and the human eye. Music credits: Free Meditation Music 528Hz Music - No CopyRight…
- 90. Ma"n: Divine Energy
Life is filled with challenges and opportunities for growth. According to the wisdom of the Torah, the overcoming of challenges, the self-sacrifice and spiritual toil invested in the pursuit of the Divine, generates a powerful spiritual en…
- 89. A Meditation of Greatness
One of the most important parts of the Jewish prayer service is the recitation of Kaddish, which contains the following short seven word prayer: יְהֵא שְׁמֵיהּ רַבָּא מְבָרַךְ, לְעָלַם וּלְעָלְמֵי עָלְמַיָּא / Yehey Shemey Raba Mevorach, L…
- 88. Divine Balance [Advanced]
This advanced meditation builds upon an earlier one: [83] Hayah, Hoveh, Yihyeh: A Meditation of Time. Focusing on the Divine letters of the Aleph Beis, it guides the listener into a deep state of spiritual meditation, revealing a secret of…
- 87. Torah
The sages of the Torah teach us ( Zohar Terumah 161b): " The Holy One, Blessed be He, looked into the Torah and created the world". The letters of the Torah serve as the blueprint of all of existence. This visualization meditation guides t…
- 86. Modeh: Awakening With Praise
There is a short morning prayer that is spoken by Jews upon waking up every morning: מודה אני לפניך / Modeh Ani Lefanecha I am grateful to You מלך חי וקיים / Melech Chai Vekayam King, Alive and Everlasting שהחזרת בי נשמתי בחמלה / Shehechez…
- 75 - 15: Letters Series: Samech ס
The meditation of the Samech, ס, is the continuation and completion of the meditation and expansion of the Nun, נ. A closed, circular letter, the Samech allows for a balanced and healthy restriction and pulling in of the energy experienced…
- 75 - 14: Letters Series: Nun נ
The Nun has two manifestations: a regular Nun, נ, and a Nun Pshuta, ן, when it appears at the end of a word. This short meditation on this letter aims to journey into the deeper essence of these two manifestations, and how they can be used…
- 75 - 13: Letters Series: Mem מ
The meditation of the Mem is the completion of the meditations of the Chof and the Lamed, and within the Mem lies the spiritual tank that can be used to contain the wisdom and energy drawn down. This short meditations guides the listener t…
- 75 - 12: Letters Series: Lamed ל
In this episode of the Letters Series, we journey within the bridge of spiritual dimensions that is the Lamed ל. Leading to prayer, it unlocks a spiritual gate of opportunity for growth, learning, and Divine intimacy. Music credits: Free M…
- 75 - 11: Letters Series: Kof / Chof - כּ / כ
We begin the second set of letters in the Letters Series of short meditations on the Aleph Beis, the letters of the Torah. Beginning with the Kof / Chof - כּ / כ, with a numerical value of 20, in this short meditation the listener is guided…
- 85-5. Prayer Series: Divine Letters
In the final episode of this short series of meditations on prayer, the listener is guided towards the deepest levels of consciousness of prayer: the letters of the Aleph Beis, which are the letters of the Torah, the spiritual vessels of a…
- 85-4. Prayer Series: The Essence of Prayer
In the fourth of the series of short meditations on prayer, the paradox and essence of prayer is explored and meditated on. Through a deep understanding of the essence of prayer, the soul is ready for the last and final step. Music credits…
- 85-3. Prayer Series: Facing the Creator
In this third short meditation in this series, the listener is guided towards the spiritual experience of the soul as it faces its Infinite Source and Creator. Using a visualization, the infinite and endless nature of the Creator is explor…
- 85-2. Prayer Series: Vessel of the Soul
Welcome to the second in the series of ultra short meditations on prayer. In this meditation, the listener is guided into focusing inwards, and into the spiritual vessel of the soul. Recognizing the soul as empty without the life and light…
- 85-1. Prayer Series: Intro/Breathing
Welcome to a new series of ultra short meditations on prayer. Beginning with simple breathing exercises, they follow a series of progressively deeper meditations of states of prayer and consciousness. Each meditation can be listened to by…
- 84. Im/Am: A Meditation of Jewish Unity
I am a Jew. This meditation is dedicated to my people, the Jewish People. Join me as we delve into a visualization of the collective souls of the Jewish People, and discover unity within the letters of the Torah, experiencing a deep secret…
- 83. Hayah, Hoveh, Yihyeh: A Meditation of Time
This is a guided meditation on the passage of time. Captured within the letters of the Torah for present, הוה, Hoveh; past, היה, Hayah; and future, יהיה, Yihyeh, lies a deep and penetrating journey of spirituality and wisdom, and during th…
- 82. Breath of Divine Life
This is a short healing and rejuvenation meditation that focuses on breath. Using the letters of the Aleph Beis, and the wisdom of the Torah contained within, the listener is guided into a deep rhythm of breathing and healing, with every c…
- 81. A Prayer Meditation for Israel
This is a personal, short prayer meditation for Israel and the Jewish People. Perhaps you would like to join me, and together, with our spiritual energies combined, collectively pray before the Infinite Creator of All for the fulfillment o…
- 80. Pachad / Echad: A Meditation for Fear
There are times when darkness surrounds us, and when fear and anxiety make inroads into even the deepest spiritual and emotional spaces of the human psyche. In these times, the Jew turns to the wisdom of the Torah for guidance. Within the…
- 79. בּרכה / Blessing
In Jewish Torah thought, the physical pleasures of life are a wonderful, positive thing, when elevated and used in the pursuit of the Divine. This is the purpose of reciting a Bracha, a blessing, before eating food, as it allows for the al…
- 75 - 10: Letters Series: Yud י
The Yud י is just a dot, the tenth, and smallest letter in the Aleph Beis. In this short meditation, the Yud is explored, and within it a glimpse of the endless fractals of the Wisdom of the Torah. Please like & follow! Thank you. Music cr…
- 75 - 9: Letters Series: Tes ט
The ninth letter of the Aleph Beis, the Tes ט, is the first letter of the Hebrew word for Good, טוב. This short meditation takes the listener on a short visualization through this letter Tes, revealing some of the Good it contains. Please…
- 75 - 8: Letters Series: Ches ח
Welcome to the eight letter in this series of the Letters of the Torah, the Aleph Beis. In this short meditation, we embark on a short visualization and journey into the makeup of this letter, Ches ח, revealing an inner balance and secret.…
- 75 - 7: Letters Series: Zayin ז
The seventh letter of the Aleph Beis is the Zayin ז. Just as the Shabbos/Shabbat day is the completion and unification of the six days of the week, so is the Zayin the completion and unification of all previous six letters. Join me as we e…
- 78. The Portal of Introspection
There is a portal that lies between the world of the physicality of the body, and the world of the spirituality of the soul - and in-between state of consciousness that bridges the space between these two worlds. During this meditation, th…
- 77. Ish/Isha: A Meditation of Man and Woman
How many genders are there, and what makes them different and unique? According to the Torah, which is the blueprint of all of Creation, only two genders exist: man, and woman. The Hebrew words for these two genders: Ish איש, and Isha אשה,…
- 76. Music: An Expression of the Soul (Yanuka’s Music)
Sometimes music captures the mind and grips the soul. This represents a wonderful opportunity to meditate, to pray, and to connect with the Creator and Source of All. This meditation is a personal expression of my soul. I hope you join me…
- 75 - 6: Letters Series: Vav ו
The Vav ו is the sixth letter of the Aleph Beis, and it contains a very special spiritual balance and conduit for the light of the soul. This short visualization meditation seeks to find and experience this balance and conduct some of its…