Daily Jewish Thought
Thoughts on spirituality, Kabbalah, Jewish thought, Judaism and Relationships. Rabbi Yisroel Bernath is the Senior Rabbi at Rohr Chabad of NDG and the Director of Chabad on Campus at Concordia University in Montreal, Canada. Cherished for his incredible warmth and non-judgmental personality, this hipster is not your typical rabbi. In 2012, Rabbi Bernath founded the smashing success JMatchmaking International, a network of Jewish dating sites. He has made 104 matches (that he knows of) to date! In addition to being a matchmaker and dating coach, Rabbi Bernath is also the author of three books, and continuously produces engaging content on his many social media & podcast platforms. As a professional voice-over artist, screen-writer, and actor, he has been a part of dozens of productions, including the hit CBC Documentary "Kosher Love".
- Update frequency
- every 2 days
- Average duration
- 20 minutes
- Episodes
- 1150
- Years Active
- 2015 - 2025
Parshat Vayikra | It's all about you.
Rabbi Yisroel Bernath, named “La Rabbin de Lamour” by the La Presse online daily and “Montreal’s Hipster Rabbi” by VICELAND’s Matty Matheson, is director at Chabad of NDG and the Jewish Chaplain at C…
A Candid Conversation about Dating & Relationships with Rabbi Dr. Jack Cohen and Rabbi Yisroel Bernath
In this enlightening Instagram Live session, two renowned experts on love, dating, and marriage, Rabbi Dr. Jack Cohen and Rabbi Yisroel Bernath, come together for a heart-to-heart conversation on the…
Parshat Pekudei | The Journeys of our Lives
Rabbi Yisroel Bernath, named “La Rabbin de Lamour” by the La Presse online daily and “Montreal’s Hipster Rabbi” by VICELAND’s Matty Matheson, is director at Chabad of NDG and the Jewish Chaplain at C…
Silencing Inner Pharaohs: The Power of Untranslated Truths | Rabbi Bernath's Thursday Morning Class
Navigating the choppy waters of our inner Nile, where the Pharaoh of Negative Thought reigns supreme, Rabbi Bernath offers a sage map for the modern soul's Exodus. Picture this: an inner Pharaoh, all…
Parshat Vayakhel | A Family Type of Community
Rabbi Yisroel Bernath, named “La Rabbin de Lamour” by the La Presse online daily and “Montreal’s Hipster Rabbi” by VICELAND’s Matty Matheson, is director at Chabad of NDG and the Jewish Chaplain at C…
Parshat Ki Tisa | The cards are often in the most obvious place
Rabbi Yisroel Bernath, named “La Rabbin de Lamour” by the La Presse online daily and “Montreal’s Hipster Rabbi” by VICELAND’s Matty Matheson, is director at Chabad of NDG and the Jewish Chaplain at C…
Defiance and Devotion: A Purim Katan Legacy of Fearlessness and Faith | Rabbi Bernath's Sermon for Parshat Tetzaveh
In this inspiring episode, we dive into the heart of Purim Katan, a day that mirrors the messages of resilience and faith found in Purim itself, especially during leap years. We'll journey back to 19…
Echoes of the Unseen: Finding Meaning in What's Missing | Rabbi Bernath's on Parshat Tetzavah
In this week’s Torah portion, Tetzaveh, we embark on a journey of absence that paradoxically illuminates presence, a mystical dance where what is not seen or heard whispers louder than the clamor of …
The Love Rabbi & Rebbitzin | A Special Conversation About Dating and Relationships
Rabbi Yisroel and Sara Bernath share the essence of their 19-year-strong relationship, underlining that real-life experience is their most credible guide to discussing love and partnership. They advi…
Parshat Tetzaveh | What is True Leadership?
Rabbi Yisroel Bernath, named “La Rabbin de Lamour” by the La Presse online daily and “Montreal’s Hipster Rabbi” by VICELAND’s Matty Matheson, is director at Chabad of NDG and the Jewish Chaplain at C…
Echoes of Resilience: Inspiring Unity and Faith Amid Adversity | Rabbi Bernath's Shabbat Sermon for Parshat Teruma
Tonight’s message enriched by the heartfelt sermon shared by Bosmat Gabay Loebenberg in loving memory of her daughter Laura. Amid the backdrop of conflict, discover stories of individuals traveling t…
Why Jerusalem Not Mentioned in the Koran?
Embark on a thought-provoking journey with Rabbi Bernath in this episode "Jerusalem in the Koran," where the enigmatic absence of Jerusalem from the Koran's text sparks a historical and spiritual exp…
Parshat Teruma | Am I just Blindly Following the Crowd?
Rabbi Yisroel Bernath, named “La Rabbin de Lamour” by the La Presse online daily and “Montreal’s Hipster Rabbi” by VICELAND’s Matty Matheson, is director at Chabad of NDG and the Jewish Chaplain at C…
60 days of Joy: The Story of Purim and the Jewish Month of Adar's Eternal Optimism
Today we explore why the month of Adar is 60 days and the holiday of Purim symbolize an unending joy for the Jewish people. We dive into the historical backdrop of Purim, focusing on a time when the …
Rabbi Bernath's Weekly Sermon: Positive Jewish Identity
This week’s sermon reflects on the resilience and unity of our community. The book 'Buried by the Times' sheds light on a past where the Holocaust's truth struggled to find its rightful place in publ…
Parshat Yitro: The Goldilocks Principle
Rabbi Yisroel Bernath, named “La Rabbin de Lamour” by the La Presse online daily and “Montreal’s Hipster Rabbi” by VICELAND’s Matty Matheson, is director at Chabad of NDG and the Jewish Chaplain at C…
Recording of Rabbi Bernath's Shabbat Sermon: Amalek Revisited: Confronting Ancient Enmity in Modern Times
This was recorded Sunday evening, as recording devices are not allowed on Shabbat.
🔍📜 Exploring Amalek: Ancient Hatred in Modern Times 🔍📜
In a recent, controversial lawsuit brought by South Africa agai…
🌳🍇 Celebrating Tu B'Shvat: Healing the World with Every Bite! 🌍🍎
Dive into the profound spiritual significance of Tu B'Shvat, the Jewish 'New Year for Trees.' This class unravels how this ancient day, once focused on tithing fruits as per Talmudic teachings, evolv…
Empowering Every Human: The Rebbe's Revolutionary Vision of Leadership and Redemption
On Yud Shevat 5711 (1951), the Lubavitcher Rebbe, Rabbi MM Schneerson, revolutionized Jewish leadership. He declared a bold vision, not merely to anticipate Moshiach in a distant future, but to activ…
Parshat Bo | Focussed Passion
Rabbi Yisroel Bernath, named “La Rabbin de Lamour” by the La Presse online daily and “Montreal’s Hipster Rabbi” by VICELAND’s Matty Matheson, is director at Chabad of NDG and the Jewish Chaplain at C…