Yoni's Sofa

Yonathan Lev Ciotta
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“Yoni’s Sofa” is your cozy space to pause, reflect, and connect with the weekly Torah portion and Jewish wisdom. Each episode invites you to sit down with Yoni for a heartfelt conversation — weaving together parasha insights, timeless values, and personal reflections, all in clear and accessible English. From the desert journeys of our ancestors to the challenges of modern life, “Yoni’s Sofa” is where tradition meets the heart, offering meaning, inspiration, and gentle guidance for your week. 📩 Contact: yonissofa@gmail.com

  1. 23 февр.

    Tetzaveh - The Flame That Never Dies – Wearing Light in the Dark

    This week in Parashat Tetzaveh, we light an eternal flame and discover what it means to wear responsibility — literally. From sacred oil to sacred garments, this episode explores how leadership means invisibility, and how the light we kindle in secret is the light that sustains the world.Write me anytime at yonisofa@gmail.com

    9 мин.

  2. 16 февр.

    Terumah - Episode: Sacred Blueprints – What We Build Builds Us

    After the thunder of Sinai, we land in an ancient construction manual. But Parashat Terumah holds one of the deepest truths of the Torah: the Divine doesn’t just want awe — He wants a home.This episode explores what it means to build holiness with our own hands, and how every act of generosity becomes a beam in our inner sanctuary.Write me at yonisofa@gmail.com.

    7 мин.

  3. 10 февр.

    Mishpatim - The Fine Print of Love

    Mishpatim feels like a crash from the mountaintop — from fire and thunder to civil codes. But in this episode of Yoni’s Sofa, we explore how true love lives in the laws, and why every mundane action is a chance for holiness.💌 Contact: yonisofa@gmail.com

    8 мин.

  4. 3 февр.

    The Day We Heard Everything - parashat Ytro

    What really happened at Mount Sinai? In this powerful episode of Yoni’s Sofa, we revisit the moment the Jewish people heard HaShem’s voice — and what that moment means for us today. It’s not just history. It’s personal. Contact: yonisofa@gmail.com

    10 мин.

  5. 11.11.2025

    A Place to Call Yours — Chayei Sarah and the Power of Ownership

    What does it mean to truly belong somewhere — not just physically, but spiritually? In this warm and reflective episode of Yoni’s Sofa, we dive into Avraham’s first land purchase and explore the power of choosing, committing, and paying the price for a life that’s truly yours. A blend of Torah, honesty, and a pinch of irony, this episode invites you to stop renting your identity and start owning your space in the world. Write me at yonisofa@gmail.com — I’d love to hear your story.

    7 мин.

  6. 06.11.2025

    When HaShem Drops By Unexpectedly

    What if the Creator of the Universe knocked on your door while you're recovering from surgery and just wanted to chat? This week on Yoni’s Sofa, we open the door to Parashat Vayera — a portion packed with angels, overturned cities, near-sacrifices, and divine drama. With warmth, wit, and just enough sarcasm to stay kosher, we explore what it means to host HaShem, argue with Him, and ultimately say “Hineini.”📩 Reach out at yonisofa@gmail.com

    8 мин.

  7. 03.11.2025

    The Stadium and the Sanctuary: When Passion Becomes Worship

    Shalom, and welcome back to Yoni’s Sofa.In this episode, we explore the modern face of Avodah Zarah — the quiet idolatries of our time: the gym, the game, the screen, the schedule.From the Talmudic arenas of Rome to King Menasheh’s idols in the Temple, we ask a timeless question: when does passion become worship, and what happens when holiness fades under the weight of convenience?Join Yonathan for a deep, reflective journey through Rambam, Rav Kook, and Rav Dessler — and discover how to rebuild the Temple within.Write to yonissofa@gmail.com and don’t forget to subscribe for new weekly episodes.

    25 мин.

  8. 31.10.2025

    Lech Lecha: When Staying Becomes a Sin

    What if staying put isn’t safe — but dangerous? In this episode of Yoni’s Sofa, we go deep into the real message of Lech Lecha. It’s not about going on a journey. It’s about refusing to rot in a life that no longer fits. Yonathan shares a personal reckoning — why he's leaving Berlin, even without a clear next step — and explores what happens when staying becomes a betrayal of the soul.💌 Write to: yonisofa@gmail.com

    7 мин.
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“Yoni’s Sofa” is your cozy space to pause, reflect, and connect with the weekly Torah portion and Jewish wisdom. Each episode invites you to sit down with Yoni for a heartfelt conversation — weaving together parasha insights, timeless values, and personal reflections, all in clear and accessible English. From the desert journeys of our ancestors to the challenges of modern life, “Yoni’s Sofa” is where tradition meets the heart, offering meaning, inspiration, and gentle guidance for your week. 📩 Contact: yonissofa@gmail.com

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  • Автор
    Yonathan Lev Ciotta
  • Годы выхода
    2025 - 2026
  • Выпуски
    24
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    Без ненормативной лексики
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