Toras Chaim

R' Elchonon Cohen and Miriam (Pascal) Cohen
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Learning Torah - not as a story, but as a guide to live our lives. A weekly parshah class with R' Elchonon Cohen and his wife, Miriam (Pascal) Cohen.

  1. 12/31/2025

    Vayechi-My Father, My King

    Join us as we take a look at this week's Haftorah from the book of Melachim-the story of David's final commands to his son Shlomo. In this episode we explore the meaning of the Davidic dynasty, where parts of the prayers come from, and why things need to be said at the last moment. If you enjoy the Toras Chaim Podcast, please help us spread the word! You can share a link on social media, leave a review or rating on your favorite podcast platform, or best of all, discuss what you've learned at the shabbos table! We love to hear from our listeners. Be it comments, questions or critique. You can send an email to overtimecook@gmail.com or via instagram @OvertimeCook or @Elchonon.

    52 min

  2. 12/23/2025

    Vayigash-One King to Rule Them All

    Join us as we take a look at this week's Haftorah from the book of Yechezkel. We discuss the history of the divide within the Jewish nation between Yehuda and Yosef, what they represent, and how we can move towards unity. If you enjoy the Toras Chaim Podcast, please help us spread the word! You can share a link on social media, leave a review or rating on your favorite podcast platform, or best of all, discuss what you've learned at the shabbos table! We love to hear from our listeners. Be it comments, questions or critique. You can send an email to overtimecook@gmail.com or via instagram @OvertimeCook or @Elchonon.

    47 min

  3. 12/18/2025

    Chanuka-The Forgotten Megilla

    Join us for this special Chanukah episode of the Toras Chaim Podcast where we discuss Megilas Anitochus-the little known Megila related to the Chanukah story. We examine the origins of the Megila, how it presents the Chanukah story, and what this teaches us about celebrating the holiday. If you enjoy the Toras Chaim Podcast, please help us spread the word! You can share a link on social media, leave a review or rating on your favorite podcast platform, or best of all, discuss what you've learned at the shabbos table! We love to hear from our listeners. Be it comments, questions or critique. You can send an email to overtimecook@gmail.com or via instagram @OvertimeCook or @Elchonon.

    1h 2m

  4. 12/03/2025

    Vayishlach-Edom Throughout the Ages

    Join us as we take a look at this week's Haftorah: The Book of Obadiah. We discuss the perennial problem of antisemitism, how it has manifest in history, and what the prophet tells us will be in the future. If you enjoy the Toras Chaim Podcast, please help us spread the word! You can share a link on social media, leave a review or rating on your favorite podcast platform, or best of all, discuss what you've learned at the shabbos table! We love to hear from our listeners. Be it comments, questions or critique. You can send an email to overtimecook@gmail.com or via instagram @OvertimeCook or @Elchonon.

    53 min

  5. 11/25/2025

    Vayeitzei-A Trip Down Memory Lane

    Join us as we look at this Haftorah for this week's Torah portion: the closing section of the Book of Hosea. We discuss the historical context of the prophecy, what lead to the division within the Jewish nation, and what the prophet ask of us in the future. If you enjoy the Toras Chaim Podcast, please help us spread the word! You can share a link on social media, leave a review or rating on your favorite podcast platform, or best of all, discuss what you've learned at the shabbos table! We love to hear from our listeners. Be it comments, questions or critique. You can send an email to overtimecook@gmail.com or via instagram @OvertimeCook or @Elchonon.

    57 min

  6. 11/19/2025

    Toldos- Don't Be Two-Faced

    Join us in examining this week's Haftarah: The opening of the final book of Navi-Malachi. Hear the timeless message Malachi gives to the Kohanim (and all of us) about what it means to be a shining example of His Servant, to take responsibility for others, and to show up as our best selves. If you enjoy the Toras Chaim Podcast, please help us spread the word! You can share a link on social media, leave a review or rating on your favorite podcast platform, or best of all, discuss what you've learned at the shabbos table! We love to hear from our listeners. Be it comments, questions or critique. You can send an email to overtimecook@gmail.com or via instagram @OvertimeCook or @Elchonon.

    1h 1m

  7. 11/11/2025

    Chayei Sara-Heir to the Throne

    Join us in examining this week's haftorah: the opening chapter of the book of Melachim. In learning this story of King David and his two sons Shlomo and Adoniyahu we discuss palace intrigue, fathers and sons, and the most significant of relationships. CONTENT WARNING: Some mature content. If you enjoy the Toras Chaim Podcast, please help us spread the word! You can share a link on social media, leave a review or rating on your favorite podcast platform, or best of all, discuss what you've learned at the shabbos table! We love to hear from our listeners. Be it comments, questions or critique. You can send an email to overtimecook@gmail.com or via instagram @OvertimeCook or @Elchonon.

    1 hr

  8. 11/04/2025

    Vayeira-Back to Life

    Join us to learn about this week's haftarah from the book of Melachim. We delve into the story of Elisha and the Shunamit Woman to compare it with the story of Avraham and Sarah in this week's parsha and to gain a different appreciation for the miracle of motherhood. If you enjoy the Toras Chaim Podcast, please help us spread the word! You can share a link on social media, leave a review or rating on your favorite podcast platform, or best of all, discuss what you've learned at the shabbos table! We love to hear from our listeners. Be it comments, questions or critique. You can send an email to Elchonon@thecommunityshul.org or overtimecook@gmail.com or contact us via instagram @OvertimeCook or @Elchonon.

    1h 11m
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Learning Torah - not as a story, but as a guide to live our lives. A weekly parshah class with R' Elchonon Cohen and his wife, Miriam (Pascal) Cohen.

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  • Creator
    R' Elchonon Cohen and Miriam (Pascal) Cohen
  • Years Active
    2023 - 2025
  • Episodes
    107
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © R' Elchonon Cohen and Miriam (Pascal) Cohen
  • Show Website
    Toras Chaim

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