Thoughts from Kyle
By Kalil Shmuel (Kyle) Zaldin
Sadly, most of us are living with an elementary school level of Judaism. Many of us do not know what exactly being Jewish means or how Judaism impacts our lives on a daily basis. It is with this in mind that I began to teach others about the beauty and depth of Torah, of G-d’s infinite wisdom.
Here, I share various shiurim and Divrei Torah that I give. My written work can be accessed by visiting thoughtsfromkyle.wixsite.com/kzaldin
Here, I share various shiurim and Divrei Torah that I give. My written work can be accessed by visiting thoughtsfromkyle.wixsite.com/kzaldin
Thoughts from KyleNov 23, 2022
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Understanding Tu B’Av- The avodah of not saying Tachnun
Given between Mincha and Ma’ariv at Ateres Mordechai, Thornhill. (July 30, 2023)
May 01, 202407:53
Tisha B’Av 5783- Pre-Mincha: Akivah Nechamtanu: Exile as evidence of the future redemption
Words of inspiration before Mincha at Kehal Yereim of Thornhill
May 01, 202406:50
Tisha B’Av 5783- Pre-Kinnos: Mourning all the tragedies that befell Klal Yisrael
Words of inspiration before reading the traditional liturgy of Tisha B’Av morning which traverses the various tragedies throughout Jewish history. Given at Kahal Yereim of Thornhill
May 01, 202407:52
Tisha B’Av 5783- Before Eichah: Mourning our Inability to Mourn
Words of inspiration before the reading of Eichah/Lamentations at Kahal Yereim of Thornhill
May 01, 202410:28
Pre-Super Bowl Siyum- Brachos (Yerushalmi), Feb. 12 2023
A dvar Torah and Siyum prior to the start of the Super Bowl for bnei Torah who committed to living a life of holiness and connection to their Creator.
May 01, 202409:59
Keeping the Flame Going: Vaad #1- Defining the mitzvah? of kiruv. Why outreach is important.
The first of a series of short shiurim in preparation for Chanukah and the ongoing battle against assimilation and apathy.
Nov 23, 202234:55
The Finale/ Elokai Netzor
Does G-d really care about me? What’s the mission statement of the Jewish people? What’s my role to play, my mission in life? How do I find that out?
Mar 22, 202009:56
Shalom- peace
Why do we end the Shemoneh Esrei talking about peace? Why is universal peace so important? Is it attainable?
Mar 22, 202003:12
Hoda'ah- praise
Why do we praise HaShem at both the beginning and end of the Shemoneh Esrei? Does G-d need our praise?
Mar 22, 202007:22
Avodah- the divine service
What is the service in the Beis HaMikdash? Isn’t it cruel? The rationale behind korbanos.
Mar 22, 202005:38
Kabbalas Tefillah- prayer and G-d's response
Does G-d listen to our prayers? Why do we pray? Why do we pray that Hashem hears our voices, have mercy, and accept our prayers?
Mar 22, 202007:58
Malchus Beis David- the redeemer
Who and what is Mashiach? Why do we need him?
Mar 22, 202006:37
Binyan Yerushalayim- restoring our home
When will Yerushalayim be restored? Is it really necessary? What does the restoration actually mean?
Mar 22, 202005:53
Tzaddikim- leadership and being a great person
Why are our leaders so important? Can one become a true tzaddik or tzaddeikis? What are real tzaddikim today?
Mar 22, 202005:57
Birkas HaMinim- heretics and enemies
Why do we care what others do? Do we really hate heretics and our enemies that much?
Mar 22, 202006:28
Din- judgement and law
Is Torah law the right system of justice? Do we really want it to be restored?
Mar 22, 202008:15
Kibutz Galuyos- the grand return
What is this whole idea of returning? Are the Jews really going back to Eretz Yisrael? Discussing the centrality of Israel in Jewish thought and practice.
Mar 22, 202009:28
Birkas Hashem- financial stuff
What’s the deal with parnassah, livelihood? What about hishtadlus, putting in your own effort? Is learning in a Kollel for everyone?
Mar 22, 202005:34
Refuah- what does healing even mean
Trying to answer some really deep questions such as why do bad things happen to good people and does HaShem really heal all Jews?
Mar 22, 202005:32
Geulah- defining Olam HaBa and Mashiach
Understanding the fundamental Jewish concepts of both the world to come and the end of days.
Mar 22, 202009:16
Slichah- mitzvos and aveiros
Discussing the purpose of Schar v’Onesh (reward and punishment).
Mar 22, 202004:23
Teshuva- the incredible power of teshuva
This talk explains the Jewish belief that no matter what, anyone can change!
Mar 22, 202009:03
Binah- free will and the potential of knowledge
There is so much to say, and this talk did not even touch on some of the potential questions that arise.
Mar 22, 202013:45
Kedushos- who is Hashem and what does he want from us
There is an infinite amount to say on this topic, but this is the quickest and clearest way to present such an important idea.
Mar 22, 202006:19
Gevuros- the power of Hashem
This talk deals with the power of Hashem, and miracles in ancient times and even today.
Mar 22, 202007:30
Avos- who are we and where did we come from
Exploring the concepts of chosenness and antisemitism. Though there’s much more to say, this is just a little bit on the topic.
Mar 22, 202008:22
The Introduction/ Hashem Sefatai
The official introduction to the series explaining what the Shemoneh Esrei is, as well as its beginning line.
Mar 22, 202002:37