Talmudic University Logo
Rabbi Zweig's Shiurim
Shiurim
Categories
Parshas
Mesechtas
Festivals
Series
About
Log InSign Up
Talmudic University LogoRabbi Zweig's Shiurim
ShiurimCategoriesParshasMesechtasFestivalsSeriesAbout

Search Shiurim

Log InSign Up

Rabbi Zweig's Shiurim

Inspiring Torah learning for Jews around the world. Access hundreds of shiurim on Parsha, Gemara, Navi, and more.

Navigation

  • All Shiurim
  • Categories
  • Search
  • About

Categories

  • Parsha
  • Gemara
  • Navi
  • Holidays

© 2026Rabbi Zweig's Shiurim. All rights reserved.

Website byMakra.ca
Home/Mesechtas/Yevamos

Yevamos

יבמות

18 shiurim · 3 dafim covered

2b

Daf 2b

1 shiur

Aggadita
Audio Only
Chayei Sarah

Marriage as Eternal Bond: Yibum and Burial Together

An exploration of why marriage represents an eternal relationship rather than a temporary contract, using the laws of yibum (levirate marriage) and burial together as proof texts.

36:46
Listen now
8a

Daf 8a

1 shiur

Aggadita
Audio Only

Marriage Perspectives: Understanding Motza vs. Motza in Talmudic Teaching

An in-depth analysis of the Talmudic teaching about finding a wife being either 'motza tov' (found good) or 'mar mimavet' (worse than death), proposing that the difference lies not in the woman but in one's approach to marriage and adjustment to relationships.

34:25
Listen now
55b

Daf 55b

1 shiur

Aggadita
Audio Only
KedoshimSefirah / Omer

The Foundation of Torah Study: Honoring Others

An exploration of why Rabbi Akiva's 24,000 students died for lacking proper honor toward each other, and how respecting our learning partners forms the essential foundation for receiving Torah and connecting to Hashem.

30:48
Listen now

Unassigned

15 shiurim — daf not yet assigned

Aggadita
Audio Only
Toldos

Marriage, Soulmates, and the Forgiveness of Sins

An exploration of the Midrash that says three types of people have their sins forgiven - converts, those promoted to leadership, and those who marry - focusing on what this teaches us about the transformative nature of true soulmate marriages.

1:02:30
Listen now
Aggadita
Audio Only
Vayeishev

Group Dynamics and the Need to Belong - Joseph and His Brothers

A profound analysis of Rashi's interpretation of Joseph befriending his half-brothers, revealing how the human need to belong to the 'in-group' can override gratitude, loyalty, and even self-interest.

45:43
Listen now
Aggadita
Audio Only
YisroShavuos

Unity of K'ish Echad B'lev Echad - Foundation of Kabbalas HaTorah

An analysis of Rashi's description of Jewish unity at Sinai and its difference from other nations, exploring how commitment to each other forms the foundation of receiving the Torah.

26:36
Listen now
Aggadita
Audio Only
Terumah

Internal Drive vs External Motivation in Torah Life

Rav Zweig analyzes why the princes (Nasiim) were criticized for deficit funding the Mishkan, revealing the profound difference between internal drive and external motivation in spiritual growth.

34:24
Listen now
Aggadita
Audio Only

Marriage as Eternal Unity: Understanding Kicha Kicha

An exploration of why the Talmud derives marriage laws from burial laws (kicha kicha), revealing that husband and wife constitute one eternal entity, not merely a temporary relationship.

38:48
Listen now
Aggadita
Audio Only

Tznius and Malchus: The Hidden Virtue of Bnos Moab

An in-depth analysis of why the Torah permits marrying daughters of Moab but not the men, revealing that tznius (modesty) is the key trait connecting Moab to Jewish royalty through Ruth and the lineage of Dovid HaMelech.

44:07
Listen now
Aggadita
Audio Only
Ki Seitzei

The Essence of Yibum: Taking Over a Brother's Name

An in-depth analysis of the mitzvah of yibum (levirate marriage), exploring how it involves taking over the deceased brother's spiritual essence (shem) rather than simply being a heter for marrying one's brother's wife.

59:56
Listen now
Aggadita
Audio Only
Rosh Hashanah

The Eleven Curses at Mount Ebal: Protecting Our Humanity

An analysis of the mysterious eleven curses recited when the Jewish people entered the land of Israel, revealing how the Talmud connects them all to adultery and what this teaches us about maintaining our divine image.

55:18
Listen now
Aggadita
Audio Only
Sukkos

Love and Fear: The Talmidei Rabbi Akiva and the Balance of Torah Study

Rabbi Zweig explores why the students of Rabbi Akiva died during the Omer period, analyzing how love without respect becomes destructive and applying this principle to Torah study, relationships, and the concept of hidur mitzvah on Sukkos.

52:20
Listen now
AggaditaHolidays
Audio Only
Mishpatim, EmorLag B'Omer, Sefirah / Omer

Lag BaOmer: Recognizing the Tzelem Elokim in Others

An exploration of why Rabbi Akiva's students died during the Omer period and how Lag BaOmer represents the rectification of their failure to properly honor the divine image in each person.

47:03
Listen now
Gemara
Audio Only
Men's Wed Morn Mussar · Part 9Sefirah / Omer, Shavuos

Loving Your Friend As Yourself - Soul Versus Body Relationships

Rabbi Zweig explores why Rabbi Akiva's 24,000 students died for lacking proper respect for each other, revealing the difference between superficial friendships based on physical pleasure versus genuine relationships that honor the eternal soul in others.

1:02:05
Listen now
Aggadita
Audio Only
Lech Lecha

Avraham's Dilemma: When Divine Command Meets Danger

An analysis of why Avraham Avinu consulted his friends before performing circumcision despite Hashem's direct command, exploring the principle that those willing to sacrifice for God receive special divine protection.

30:22
Listen now
Pirkei Avos
Audio Only
Relationships · Part 5

The Two Mishnahs About Honoring Your Friend: A New Understanding of Rabbi Akiva's Students

An innovative explanation resolving the apparent contradiction between two Pirkei Avos teachings about honoring friends, connected to the tragic death of Rabbi Akiva's 24,000 students.

26:46
Listen now
Aggadita
Audio Only
Vayeitzei

Marriage as Eternal Unity: Learning from Yaakov and Rachel

An exploration of marriage as the merger of two souls into one eternal entity, examining why Yaakov cried upon meeting Rachel and the deeper meaning of burial together.

42:42
Listen now
Aggadita
Audio Only
Vayeishev

Levels of Sin and Responsibility in Torah - Reuven's Test

An exploration of how the Torah holds people to increasingly refined spiritual standards, examining Reuven's incident with Bilhah and what it teaches about levels of responsibility for Bnei Torah.

16:39
Listen now