After 80 years of the rallying call "NEVER AGAIN," did much of American Jewry miss a NEVER AGAIN moment this past week?  Listen & Find Out! Lots of love, Rabbi Garfinkel of Olami 613

PURIM:  CIRCA 2026!  Reaction to the miraculous times in which we are living! Happy Purim!  (Starting Monday night, March 2nd through Tuesday, March 3rd outside of Jerusalem) Lots of love, Rabbi Garfinkel of Olami 613

Do we see the Almighty only in the thunderous moments of life ... or can we sense His presence in the whispers of every day life?  The secrets of Shushan teach us how to find meaning & happiness in our daily lives.  ENJOY! Lots of love, Rabbi Garfinkel of Olami 613

Bret Stephens, Melanie Phillips, Robert Kraft, Liel Liebovitz & Jethro Tull!  Power Packed PART 2 of Why it's time to stop caring about antisemitism.  We analyze the REAL source & PURPOSE of antisemitism.  Really a good idea to have a listen!  ENJOY! Lots of love, Rabbi Garfinkel Olami 613

It's time folks.  We need to shift.  It's time to own our Judaism & not care about what other people think.  It's time to LEAN IN to our Jewish values, to define ourselves POSITIVELY with 3,800 years of elevated morality & fall into the victim trap.  Anti-semites don't care that we've been beaten up for...

The Roman Gladiator sparks the imagination of many.  Lots of GLORY!  But oh how GORY!  What is the real scoop behind the Roman Colosseum?  Have a listen & BE PROUD TO BE JEWISH! Lots of love, Rabbi Garfinkel of Olami 613

Join us as we relive the Olami 613 Italy Journey with Olami St. Louis & JRoots!  In this episode we explore Florence, Pisa, Bagnoregio, and Pitigliano - the "little Jerusalem" of Italy.  Come be inspired! Lots of love, Rabbi Garfinkel of Olami 613

The spirit of the Maccabees lives on throughout the ages with a fiery tenacity!  Enjoy these incredible stories of Jewish dedication!  And learn about the deep spiritual power of the 8th day of Chanukah! Lots of love, Rabbi Garfinkel of Olami 613

Down (Under) but NEVER OUT!  The light of Chanukah shines brightest at moments of tragedy with a powerful message for Jews around the globe.  May the mourners be comforted and the wounded have a speedy recovery! With much love, Rabbi Garfinkel of Olami 613

Wow!  Spicy Episode Gets Some SPICY FEEDBACK!  Let's continue our conversation about intermarriage sparked by Netflix's "Nobody Wants This" Fasten YOUR seat belts! My very best, Rabbi Garfinkel Olami 613

Rabbi Garfinkel weighs in on the hit Netflix Series "Nobody Wants This."  Buckle Up! My very best, Rabbi Garfinkel of Olami 613

Secret Caves.  Holy Caves.  Connecting you to the past & to the future! Lots of love, Rabbi Garfinkel of Olami 613 לעילוי נשמת אריה בן משה ולעילוי נשמת הרשל בן אנשול Leilui Nishmas Aryeh ben Moshe (Leon Fuhrer) & Herschel ben Anshul (Harry Garfinkel)

Let the haters hate.  They simply don't know How Great it is to be JEWISH!  Enjoy! Lots of love, Rabbi Garfinkel of Olami 613

1st EPISODE OF THE 7TH SEASON!!!  Important message before the upcoming election! Lots of love, Rabbi Garfinkel of Olami 613

A flash of lightning has illuminated our dark & stormy night.  DON'T MISS IT!  "The Purim Story - Rebooted!" takes a page from Shushan of yore to show how Hashem Almighty works within the natural laws of geopolitics to save His people yet again!  Enjoy! Lots of love, Rabbi Garfinkel of OLAMI 613

Words can't describe the miracles & the euphoria of the hostage release BUT ... I'll try! Lots of love, Rabbi Garfinkel of OLAMI 613

A FASCINATING SHOFAR STORY IN 1497 SPAIN! Wishing you all a good & sweet New Year! Lots of love, Rabbi Garfinkel of Olami 613

THE CHARLIE KIRK ASSASSINATION - A JEWISH RESPONSE. Love, Rabbi Garfinkel of OLAMI 613

Who is Public Enemy #1?  Find out! Lots of love, Rabbi Garfinkel of OLAMI 613

Want to improve yourself?  Give a BIG SMILE!  Find out how! Lots of love, Rabbi Garfinkel of Olami 613

"OH SAY CAN YOU SEE ... THE BLESSING IN LIFE?"  Torah teaches us the key to a blessed life is a GOOD EYE!  Enjoy! Lots of love, Rabbi Garfinkel of Olami 613

Rabbi Wein, OBM, was an incredible orator, lawyer, kosher administrator, rabbi, world class historian, story-teller, educator, rosh yeshiva, & much more ... but above all, he was a Jew of incredible integrity & standards.  Please take a few moments to listen to his impact on the world and on me personally.  I include some of...

Genocide in Gaza?  Have a listen! Love, Rabbi Garfinkel of Olami 613

Fair Weather Fan or Die Hard Fan?  You find out during the 3 Weeks! Lots of love, Rabbi Garfinkel

So many lessons to learn from the "HOT MESS at COLDPLAY."  I hold back no punches. My best, Rabbi Garfinkel of Project 613

Children stuck in Madrid provide a life lesson and explain the essence of "THE THREE WEEKS" we find ourselves in currently in the Jewish calendar.  ENJOY! Lots of love, Rabbi Garfinkel of Project 613

In honor of my son Tzviki's Bar Mitzvah, here are some incredibly inspiring Bar Mitzvah stories! Lots of love, Rabbi Garfinkel of Project 613

The dramatic story of Korach being swallowed by the ground alive sheds light on the classic American Jewish phrase, "Never Again!" My very best, Rabbi

Who would be partying on their way back to a war-torn nation?  Take a guess! ;) AND WHY?  Have a listen! Lots of love, Rabbi Garfinkel of Project 613

The attack on Iran's nuclear program has been miraculous.  Iran's response has brought out JEWISH GREATNESS!  Find out how YOU should react to this ongoing crisis! Lots of love, Rabbi Garfinkel of Project 613

Have you been to Jerusalem recently?  I have!  Come share the journey!  And ... you'll learn a secret or two about BUILDING! Lots of love, Rabbi Garfinkel of Project 613

Two Jews being returned.  One dead.  One alive.  Separated by over 40 years but UNITED by the love of the Jewish People to bring them home.  Let's be inspired to love one another! Lots of love, Rabbi Garfinkel of Project 613

Where can we find the REAL POT OF GOLD?  Lessons from Canaanite Walls speak to us today MORE THAN EVER!  Enjoy! Lots of love, Rabbi Garfinkel of Project 613

One Jewish group calls Pres. Trump Pharaoh.  A different group says about Pres. Trump "Dayenu!  Which is it?  What is the Jewish approach to politics in general?  FIND OUT in this "no holds barred" edition of "Monday Motivation!" Lots of love, Rabbi Garfinkel of Project 613

PEARLS OF WISDOM FOR YOUR PASSOVER SEDER!  ENJOY!  ALSO MENSCH OF THE MONTH WITH ERIC GORDON! LOTS OF LOVE, RABBI GARFINKEL OF PROJECT 613

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Spice up YOUR Passover!  Have a listen!  The impact could just be From Generation to Generation! Lots of love, Rabbi Garfinkel of Project 613

A truly beautiful & inspiring story of planting seeds of kindness that has yielded infinite fruit of goodness.  Grab a tissue & enjoy! Lots of love, Rabbi Garfinkel of Project 613

My PURIM costume led to a PROFOUND insight!  Enjoy the story & the message! Lots of love, Rabbi Garfinkel of Project 613

PURIM IS MUCH MORE THAN JUST A CARNIVAL!  FIND OUT JUST HOW MUCH MORE!  HAPPY PURIM!  Monday Motivation w/Rabbi Garfinkel Lots of love, Rabbi Garfinkel of Project 613

So what's a Tabernacle?  Find out the TANTALIZING story & its relevance for YOUR LIFE!  Check out "Monday Motivation w/Rabbi Garfinkel Podcast" and find out! Lots of love, Rabbi Garfinkel of Project 613 *Image taken from front cover of "The Mishkan" by R' Avraham Biderman published by Artscroll

The Jewish approach to money and TWO great stories showing that VALUES are the bottom line & not the cash! Please consider supporting Project 613's Jewish outreach work during our annual campaign THIS WEEK!  https://crowdspark.com/project613/foreverfamily. With much gratitude, Rabbi Garfinkel of Project 613

Nearly 500 days of captivity are over ... what do YOU do the DAY AFTER?  Have a listen!  Monday Motivation w/Rabbi Garfinkel Lots of love, Rabbi Garfinkel of Project 613

Mannah from Heaven THEN & NOW!  What's in YOUR Wallet?  Whatever Hashem puts there!  Also, Enjoy the audio of interview with Project 613's Mensch of the Month for February 2025, JEN ARON!  Full video interview here:  https://youtu.be/HYQqfKhAK64 Lots of love, Rabbi Garfinkel of Project 613

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Agam Berger & Daniella Giboa show us the true PATHWAY OF FAITH!  New Heroes of the Jewish People.  Listen & BE INSPIRED !!! Lots of love, Rabbi Garfinkel of Project 613

What is your ONE REQUEST for when your daughter is being released from Hamas captivity after 477 days?  Find out and BE INSPIRED & TOTALLY BLOWN AWAY! May Agam Berger be released speedily along with all of the other hostages! Lots of love, Rabbi Garfinkel of Project 613

Words cannot capture the emotion of our Jewish hostages coming HOME!  What is the secret strength of the Jewish people?  Find out and be INSPIRED! We were HONORED to interview Sarit Shahar, a close family friend of Romi Gonen.  Enjoy the arm-chair discussion here:   https://youtu.be/obW39cIk6Oo?si=GP0LpYJr0Uq1Rl-V Lots of love, Rabbi Garfinkel of Project 613

Our hearts, support, & prayers go out to the victims of the LA FIRES.  BUT what can WE learn from the LA FIRES?  Find out in this week's episode of MONDAY MOTIVATION w/Rabbi Garfinkel. Lots of love, Rabbi Garfinkel of Project 613

The power of sound, music, & hearing is a MIND-BLOWING gift!  Let's use it well!  Buckle up for a fascinating journey of music in the Torah & the almost super natural mechanics of hearing! Lots of love, Rabbi Garfinkel of Project 613

Chanukah teaches us what a LIFE worth living is all about!  AND special addition - Project 613's inaugural "Mensch of the Month!" Jacob Custer.  His life & Jewish Journey with Project 613!  Enjoy & be inspired!  Full video interview with Jacob - https://youtu.be/ol0HpEiOa7U My very best, Rabbi Garfinkel of Project 613

What does the Statue of Liberty have to do with Chanukah?!  Find out the REAL story of Chanukah! Lots of love, Rabbi Garfinkel

Syria collapses like a house of cards & we just move on with our day?  Are you SYRI-OUS?  The events in Syria are the PERFECT introduction to seeing the light of Chanukkah in every day life ... and most especially YOUR LIFE! Lots of love, Rabbi Garfinkel of Project 613

The Crazy Story of my LOST & the FOUND Tefillin provide a wealth of lessons & inspiration for our lives!  Enjoy the Great Tefillin Caper! Lots of love, Rabbi Garfinkel of Project 613

THE ULTIMATE SHOPPING GUIDE FOR CYBER MONDAY!  ENJOY! Lots of Love, Rabbi Garfinkel of Project 613

Romance, Dating, & Relationships:  if any of those are of interest, then you MUST listen to 3,800 years of time-tested proven wisdom of relationships wrapped into 23 minutes of this humorous yet hard-hitting podcast! Love, Rabbi Garfinkel of Project 613

The Very Relevant Lessons of Sodom & Gomorrah!  Let's take a deep dive into what made the Sodomites tick and what we can learn from them ... NOT TO DO! Lots of love, Rabbi Garfinkel of Project 613

In honor of the International Shabbos Project & Project 613's Shabbos in the City THIS coming weekend, I wanted to share with you the essence of SHABBOS:  it is quite simply a day of "HEAVEN ON EARTH!"  ENJOY! Lots of love, Rabbi Garfinkel of Project 613

What is the lesson of over $3 billion in campaign contributions?!  Check it out! Lots of love, Rabbi Garfinkel of Project 613

YOU MUST LISTEN TO THIS BEFORE ELECTIONS! LOVE, RABBI GARFINKEL OF PROJECT 613

The words of a Soldier & a Bereaved Mother can lift you on eagles' wings of inspiration & dedication.  Perfect words to inform & to uplift our Yom Kippur. Lots of love, Rabbi Garfinkel of Project 613

Come hear how Rosh HaShanah can help YOU be YOUR BEST SELF!  Fantastic story at the end! Lots of love, Rabbi Garfinkel of Project 613

The Inspiration of a Project 613 "Shabbos in the City" confirms that the greatest declarations are those we make with our FEET!  Inspiration & Advice for the Jewish New Year! Lots of love, Rabbi Garfinkel of Project 613

Does Judaism Believe in BLIND FAITH?  What type of faith does a CUB FAN have?  Take a leap of faith and have a listen!  Huge ramifications on YOUR LIFE! Lots of love, Rabbi Garfinkel of Project 613

How do we respond to the tragic murder of 6 precious young Jews?  Have a listen and plug into 6 FOR THE SIX! Lots of love, Rabbi Garfinkel of Project 613

Marriage is on the ropes.  Why?  In this podcast, we define what the ideal marriage is, what is lacking in the secular approach, & why the traditional Jewish marriage has worked so well for so many generations!  Enjoy! Lots of love, Rabbi Garfinkel of Project 613

THE DNC HITS CHICAGO!  Why do Jews LOVE politics so much?  Are messages to win Jewish votes ACCURATE?  The battle for JEWISH VALUES begins!  Enjoy!  And STAY SAFE!  Lots of love, Rabbi Garfinkel of Project 613

Why is the World Melting Down?  And what YOU can do about it!  Enjoy!  Monday Motivation w/Rabbi Garfinkel of Project 613

What are the THREE WEEKS?  The time to show our TOTAL DEDICATION as Jews!  May we see Hashem's salvation soon in our days!  Rabbi Garfinkel of Project 613

The Paris Olympics are HERE!  But what are the roots of the Olympics and of the Olympic Torch Relay?  Pretty shocking!  Find out with Monday Motivation! Lots of love, Rabbi Garfinkel of Project 613

What can you learn from one donkey?  A LOT!  What can you learn from two donkeys?  EVEN MORE!  The secret to the relationship between our physical and spiritual senses can be found in this podcast!  ENJOY!  Lots of love, Rabbi Garfinkel of Project 613

This isn't the first time angry rhetoric has led to violence.  Check out how "The Flames of Discord" led to the burning of the Talmud in Paris in 1242.  Time for everyone to calm down!  Love, Rabbi Garfinkel of Project 613

Jewish Captives are SADLY NOT a new phenomenon since October 7th.  Let's step back from the emotional debate and take a birds-eye view of how the Jewish people have classically faced these IMPOSSIBLE situations.  Sending love, prayers, and the merit of mitzvos to the captives & their families. With love, Rabbi Garfinkel of Project 613

Do you suffer from the Grasshopper Syndrome?  Listen & FIND OUT!  Lots of love, Rabbi Garfinkel of Project 613

How a "Quirk" of the Menorah Can LIGHT UP OUR LIVES!  See how a healthy portion of Torah wisdom can brighten your life!  Lots of love, Rabbi Garfinkel of Project 613

The Life of Rabbi Aharon Margalit is a textbook for happiness and positivity!  Inside scoop:  want a happy life?  Have a listen!  Lots of love, Rabbi Garfinkel of Project 613

What impact can my decisions make on the world?  A LOT!  If you doubt it, check out RUTH's decision that changed the human history of the world FOREVER!  We read the book of Ruth on Shavuos which is coming up soon!  Lots of love, Rabbi Garfinkel of Project 613

The Bonfires of the Jewish Holiday of Lag Ba'Omer teach us how to see a Brighter Future within ourselves & others.  Be Inspired and ENJOY!  Lots of love, Rabbi Garfinkel of Project 613

The visit of Chief Rabbi of pre-state Israel, Rabbi Yitzchak HaLevi Herzog, to Chicago in 1946 had a life-changing impact on Rabbi Berel Wein & a generation of young Jews.  Now it's YOUR turn to be impacted!  Enjoy & be Motivated!  Lots of love, Rabbi Garfinkel of Project 613 in Chicago

Sometimes we are our own worst enemies.  The latest deluge of "self-hating" Jews can be best symbolized by Johannah King-Slutzky who has been dubbed "Keffiyeh Karen" for her defense of the anti-Israel encampment & take over of Hamilton Hall at Columbia University.  How can a Jew stray so far to defend our enemies?  Sadly, she...

Well, the WORLD has gone INSANE!  Let's try to make some sense of it and reground ourselves in Jewish values!  This podcast opens up with an INCREDIBLE STORY  Enjoy!  Lots of love in these trying times, Rabbi Garfinkel of Project 613 in Chicago

500 Killer drones & missiles?  Jewish gratitude & resilience abound for 3336 years & counting!  Lots of love, Rabbi Garfinkel of Project 613

6 months since October 7th ... Passover & the bitter herbs have the answers & INSPIRATION that we need!  Lots of love, Rabbi Shalom Garfinkel of Project 613

Not just giving but ENTREPRENEURIAL Giving.  The Life of Dr. Yosef Walder can and will inspire us all to be kinder people, more generous Jews, and to use our days on planet earth to the fullest!  Dr. Walder, may your memory be for a blessing.  With love and gratitude, Rabbi Shalom Garfinkel of Project 613

Our Project 613 "Shabbos in the City" in Chicago that happened to be St. Patrick's Day has motivated a HEAD to HEAD comparison of the two drinking holidays.  Listen & YOU BE THE JUDGE!  Ding, Ding!  Let Round 1 begin!  Enjoy!  Lots of love, Rabbi Garfinkel of Project 613

First 8 minutes on Jonathan Glazer & then Part 1 of Megillas Esther & how it's relevant today.  Lots of love, Rabbi Garfinkel of Project 613

The Stiff-Necked People - the "secret sauce" of the Jewish people!  Enjoy!  Lots of love, Rabbi Garfinkel of Project 613

Do you believe in MIRACLES?  Well, you do now.  See how the inspiring story of the Miraculous Rescue of two Israeli Hostages can & should inspires our daily lives.  Lots of love, Rabbi Garfinkel of Project 613

Want to know how to be a really good friend, spouse, or parent?  Check out the powerful lessons of a sapphire brick to find out how!  Enjoy!  Lots of love, Rabbi Shalom Garfinkel of Project 613

ABSOLUTELY INCREDIBLE STORY:  How can a Gas Can Save Lives?  Find out on this week's Monday Motivation w/Rabbi Garfinkel

Nothing is new.  Those who persecuted the Jews then are the same as now.  What can we learn?  Have a listen!  Lots of love, Rabbi Garfinkel of Project 613

How the Green Bay Packers Fan Base played a crucial role in my spiritual development!  Go CHEESEDHEADS!  Enjoy some football Torah this time of year!  Lots of love, Rabbi Garfinkel of Project 613

The mind-boggling court case in the Hague stirs up fundamental questions about the nature of the Jewish people.  It's not by accident.  Have a listen & find out its purpose!  Lots of love, Rabbi Garfinkel of Project 613

The Jewish People have a heart of gold.  Where did it come from?  Listen and FIND OUT!  Including some incredible things happening in Israel right now ... b/c of that heart of gold!  Lots of love, Rabbi Garfinkel of Project 613

What is worth living for?  For what item or ideal would YOU sign on the dotted line?  What does it mean to really be alive?  Find out in this week's edition of Monday Motivation featuring an incredible story of Rav Gedalia Moshe Goldman of Zvhil during the Communist Era.  Lots of love, Rabbi Garfinkel of...

2 Absolutely INCREDIBLE stories of Jewish greatness that happened THIS past week reflect the Torah portion of the week EXACTLY!  If you need a pep talk about why you should be proud of being Jewish ... please have a listen!  Lots of love, Rabbi Garfinkel of Project 613

OHHHHHH-TANI is all the rage, but Elisha Loewenstern, OBM, & his wife Hadas who survives him along with their 6 beautiful children, teach us what the REAL meaning of Self-Sacrifice is all about.  Their story is TRULY inspiring!  Lots of love, Rabbi Shalom Garfinkel of Project 613 in Chicago

NOTE:  This can be a truly life-changing podcast that can change your entire outlook on the world & your life. What do Chanukah, the war in Gaza, sewer pipes, the menorah & a colonoscopy all have in common?  FIND OUT in this week's edition of MONDAY MOTIVATION w/ Rabbi Garfinkel of Project 613 in Chicago....

Chanukah shines a light all its own!  Come hear about our very own special light just in time for Chanukah to begin this week!  Lots of love, Rabbi Garfinkel of Project 613 in Chicago

Welcome Home to the captives returning to their families and their homes.  What lessons can we learn from the massive events of these days.  Stay tuned for a powerful session of Monday Motivation!  Lots of love, Rabbi Garfinkel of Project 613.

The precious words of a Jewish soldier quoting the Kli Yakar, 16th-17th century Rabbi in Prague & Lemberg provide tremendous inspiration about the DESTINY of the Jewish People - to SHINE LIKE STARS!  Enjoy!  Lots of love, Rabbi Garfinkel of Project 613 in Chicago

How can so much of the world literally not see evil?  How can so many people, even at "enlightened" institutions, side with pure evil that we have not seen since the Holocaust?  Have a listen! Lots of love, Rabbi Garfinkel of Project 613 in Chicago

We begin SEASON 5 of Monday Motivation with a Torah analysis of Ishmael that is VERY relevant for understanding our world today. Lots of love, Rabbi Shalom Garfinkel  

The Title says it all!  In a time of intimidation & fear, we return to our basic principles to keep us even-keeled & inspired! Lots of love, Rabbi Garfinkel of Project 613 in Chicago

We celebrate the release of Judith & Shoshana Raanan - A TRUE MIRACLE!  We explore the incredible Jewish spiritual response, the moral litmus test of this generation, and offer up a challenge to our fellow Jews who are listening. Sending love & hopes for the eradication of evil at this trying time, Rabbi Garfinkel of...

This is Our Response!  #IgniteTheLight!  I'm all fired up!  Listen & SHARE! Lots of love, Rabbi Garfinkel of Project 613 of Chicago

50 Years since the Yom Kippur War affords us a glimpse into the truly Eternal nature of the Jewish People.  An absolutely incredible story of Jewish fighters united in their mission separated by 1,840 years! ENJOY!  Happy Sukkos!  Lots of love, Rabbi Garfinkel of Project 613 in Chicago PS.  The Cover Picture is of Israeli...

Rosh HaShanah is the BEST opportunity to become your BEST self!  May you be written and sealed for a Good & Sweet New Year of 5784!

2 INCREDIBLE stories about the love of the Jewish people for the Shofar of Rosh HaShanah with 10 reasons why ... not in that order! Enjoy! Lots of love, Rabbi Garfinkel of Project 613 in Chicago

The SECRET WEAPON for High Holiday Success is SIMPLE ... but not necessarily EASY.  Check out 2 incredible stories from the life of Rav Yosef Chaim Zonnenfeld that show us how to overlook the hurt that others cause us! Lots of love, Rabbi Garfinkel of Project 613 in Chicago

What do you allow through YOUR Gateways to impact you?  What comes our of YOUR Gateways to the world?  Find out in this edition of Monday Motivation. Lots of love, Rabbi Garfinkel of Project 613 in Chicago  

What's the big deal about a bacon double-cheeseburger?  Well, Check out these inspiring stories on Monday Motivation, and you'll find out! Lots of love,  Rabbi Garfinkel of Project 613 in Chicago

Inspired by my son's back to back Baseball Championships, let's explore some real Torah wisdom via the lens of ... BASEBALL!  This works for sports fanatics & those who are indifferent alike!  Enjoy! Lots of love, Rabbi Garfinkel of Project 613 in Chicago

What do the Big Ten Conference and the Big Ten Commandments have in common?!?!?!  Listen and discover!  Enjoy! Lots of love, Rabbi Garfinkel of Project 613 in Chicago

The events of 531 years ago resonate and provide powerful lessons for us today! Lots of love, Rabbi Garfinkel of Project 613 in Chicago

We have the power of life & death in our ... SPEECH! Powerful ways to create harmony in your relationships! Enjoy!  Lots of love, Rabbi Garfinkel of Project 613

Learn about the "3 Weeks" and hear two incredible stories of kindness that will for sure warm your heart. The article about the violin can be found in Mishpacha magazine here:  https://mishpacha.com/living-higher-issue-968/. Lots of love, Rabbi Garfinkel

Celebrate July 4th by learning about a TRUE Jewish American Patriot & Hero.  Psst:  General Washington wouldn't have won the war without him! Enjoy Monday Motivation w/Rabbi Garfinkel this July 4th weekend ... & beyond! Special thank you to Rabbi Menachem Levine - CEO of JDBY-YTT, the largest Jewish Day School in the Midwest, for...

The Almighty sent me on a journey to meet Gideon, the restroom attendant at Charlotte Airport.  He embodies great Torah lessons for a happy life!  ENJOY! Lots of love, Rabbi Garfinkel of Project 613 in Chicago!

What are the CHANCES that the KC Chiefs Super Bowl Ring would have 613 Diamonds on the same week that we learn about 613 Mitzvos?!?!  Very slim!  There must be an important message or two here ... have a listen! Lots of love, Rabbi Garfinkel of Project 613 in Chicago

The Almighty gave us a SECOND CHANCE to do Passover & He wants us to give a SECOND CHANCE to others! Enjoy!  Monday Motivation w/Rabbi Garfinkel of Project 613 in Chicago

Why do bad sewer pipes happen to good people?  FIND OUT & learn how to DIG DEEP to become the best version of you!  Enjoy! Rabbi Garfinkel of Project 613 in Chicago.

Follow this incredible journey of over 1000 Jews & their triumphant return to Spain 500 years after being expelled.  These Jewish footsteps are the greatest victory over evil and cruelty.  They demonstrate the eternal nature of the Jewish Nation.  May our inspirational journey inspire YOU as well. Lots of love, Rabbi Garfinkel of Project 613 in Chicago

Fascinating Jewish lessons from the Coronation of King Charles III.  Enjoy! Lots of love, Rabbi Garfinkel of Project 613 in Chicago.

The special 75th birthday of Israel needs it own podcast.  Find out what the 50 and 25 are!  I think you'll find some inspiration along the way. PLEASE watch Rabbi Berel Wein's personal recollection of the founding of the Modern State of Israel in 1948.  Truly moving! https://bit.ly/3LfcMHr. Lots of love, Rabbi Garfinkel of Project...

Powerful & relevant reflections on a 70 hour journey to Spain! Enjoy! Lots of love, Rabbi Garfinkel of Project 613

Is Life Random?  NO!  Enjoy this Monday Motivation podcast about "Hashgacha Pratis," that the Loving CEO of the Universe is in charge of every in our lives EXCEPT for how we choose to react. Enjoy!  Lots of love, Rabbi Garfinkel of Project 613

Everyone's Favorite Part of the Haggadah!  Dayenu! Enjoy & get ready for YOUR Passover seder. Lots of love, Rabbi Garfinkel of Project 613

Great Stories to motivate YOU to make the best Passover ever!  ON time.  ON the day.  Not pushed off b/c of "more important things."  Enjoy! Love, Rabbi Garfinkel of Project 613

What do Stanford Law School and the violent & economic boycott responses to the Legal Reforms in Israel have in common?  They have a LOT of CHUTZPAH, and they can learn a LOT from Bais Yaakov High School Girls of Chicago.  This one is epic.  Enjoy! Love, Rabbi Garfinkel of Project 613

See a lucky penny and pick it up!  Or NOT?!?!?  Well, it depends!  Check out the drama when Rabbi Garfinkel finds a penny inside a CHASE Bank branch!  It was definitely worth a podcast!  Enjoy! Lots of love, Rabbi Garfinkel of Project 613

What is one of most important timeless lessons of Purim?  We provide the horsepower, but HASHEM HAS THE WHEEL! Happy Purim from Rabbi Garfinkel and the entire Project 613 family ... starts Monday night, March 6th and continues through Tuesday, March 7th.

The special bris of Avichai Felix Kagan inspired this deep dive into the mitzvah of Bris Milah that makes the Jewish People ... A Cut Above!  Enjoy! Rabbi Garfinkel of Project 613

The same picture tells 3 different stories.  Lessons in how to view life!  A higher character actually facilitates seeing the world differently!  Enjoy! Rabbi Garfinkel of Project 613

Life Lessons from the Super Bowl!!! Please Support Project 613's annual fundraiser!  https://thechesedfund.com/project613/levelup Many thanks, Rabbi Garfinkel of Project 613

This is a PACKED episode with thoughts and incredible stories on TU B'Shevat, the 7 Noahide Laws, and the moral compass of 6 &1/2 year old boy!  Join us on the golf course for a really special story that will brighten YOUR day and Light up YOUR life! Lots of love, Rabbi Garfinkel of Project...

Tick Tock ... the importance of time!  Enjoy! Lots of love, Rabbi Garfinkel of Project 613

Oh how the experiences of Egypt are SO relevant for the Pharaohs we face today in our lives!  Listen, learn, & enjoy! Lots of love, Rabbi Garfinkel of Project 613

The incredible life lessons that "The NEW PHARAOH" can teach us still today ... more than ever today!  Enjoy! Lots of love, Rabbi Garfinkel of Project 613

Follow our Project 613 journey in Morocco PART 2 for incredible inspiration from our Moroccan Jewish past... Enjoy! Lots of love, Rabbi Garfinkel of Project 613

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