Videos for the Month of Elul

The month of Elul is a time of preparation for Rosh Hashanah and Yom Kippur, but it’s also the beginning of the school year and a busy time for many people. Torah Live videos cover a lot of the themes of Elul, helping you go into the Yamim Noraim in the right frame of mind.

Teshuva

The power of teshuva is demonstrated through song and visuals in Powerful Insight into Rosh Hashanah. You’ll feel the special atmosphere of Rosh Hashanah davening and be reminded of the importance of preparing for the holiday with teshuva, tefillah and tzedakah.

The concept of teshuva can be explained even to young kids - The Shmuppets uses the example of an ice cream taken from the freezer to bring this concept to life for preschool children.

Forgiveness

If you’ve been hurt by someone this past year, they may ask your forgiveness before Rosh Hashanah. It can be hard to put aside your feelings and forgive, but a story by Rabbi Yoel Gold about the power of forgiveness will inspire you to accept apologies and grant full mechila to anyone who asks. 

Checking Mezuzahs

There’s a custom to check mezuzahs and tefillin during the month of Elul. Our video on Checking the Mezuzah will guide you through the process of making sure your mezuzos are kosher. And now is a good time to review the guidelines for keeping your tefillin safe - things like not leaving them in a hot car or banging them into walls during davening.

Shofar Blowing

The shofar blasts start sounding across the Jewish world on Rosh Chodesh Elul and continue through the entire month, culminating in the powerful blasts of Rosh Hashanah. Rabbi Hadar Goldin explains the significance of the shofar blasts and Rabbi Dan Roth takes you to a shofar factory and to visit a shofar collector, bringing this mitzvah to life and connecting you to the ideas behind it. 

Wishing you an inspirational Elul and a sweet new year!