DEDICATED IN LOVING MEMORY OF ISAAC GAMEL ז''ל BY HIS FAMILY

There are many fundamentals of parenting that apply throughout the generations. In this shiur, 5 different principles are discussed, with specific applications to the 21st century. These ideas include the importance of shalom bayis, attentiveness, the family as a framework for real relationships, the gift of setting limits and boundaries, and our ability as parents to cultivate the individual talents of our children.

This classic work of the Maharal explains methodically and profoundly the approach to understanding the methodology and the teachings of Chazal throughout the Talmud and Midrash. In the introduction to this series, we learn about the wisdom of Chazal in contrast to the declining level of the generations. We also learn about how to understand and relate to the words of Chazal.

Technology has a big impact on our world of relationships, limiting our ability to meaningfully connect with the people around us. This talk includes three aspects of its impact: absent presence, the empathy gap, and technology as a platform for shmutz. For more about this subject, read the featured article “Exploring the Continued Impact of Technology, Part I.”