Kedoshim | Likkutei Sichos Vol. 1

Kedusha means living with a distinct Jewish identity in every aspect of life, transforming the mundane into a dwelling place for Hashem. True readiness for Moshiach comes from sanctifying even the permissible, reaching a deeper bittul that reveals the essence of the soul and of Hashem. Torah endures only when it is shared—helping others spiritually both sustains your own growth and fulfills your unique mission. In the “upside-down world,” those we uplift may be our greatest merit, revealing that every act of influence carries eternal reward. This class, taught by Rabbi Shais Taub, is based on Parshas Kedoshim in Likkutei Sichos Vol. 1. 📄 PDF of Sicha: https://heyzine.com/flip-book/42cfa10c1d.html 📄 PDF of Sicha in English by SIE: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1D00NTmxLKvs-r5Ehm7coHBxMRy1AXVv3/view?usp=drive_link 📖 Buy Likkutei Sichos Vol. 1 at Kehot: https://store.kehotonline.com/mobile/prodinfo.asp?number=HRE-LS1 00:00 – Introduction *Sicha I: The Foundation of Jewish Identity* 03:30 Kedoshim’s opening mitzvos—holiness, parents, Shabbos 04:20 Kedusha—being set apart in the mundane 07:56 Holiness in everyday life—eating, business, etc. 10:50 Chinuch begins with identity 14:02 Shabbos—Havayah vs. Elokim 21:50 Making the world a dwelling for Hashem *Sicha II: Sanctifying the Permissible and Moshiach* 24:50 Kadesh atzmecha b’muttar lach—biblical obligation 27:30 Why basics alone don’t bring Moshiach 31:40 Two stages—like bris milah 37:20 Reaching Atzmus—even “me time” is Hashem time 44:10 Bittul through forgoing the permissible 58:30 Revealed vs. concealed wonders *Sicha III: Spiritual Philanthropy* 01:11:05 Torah needs ahavas Yisroel to endure 01:14:00 Chassidus is for everyone 01:18:40 Helping others helps yourself 01:21:40 “Use it or lose it” 01:24:20 Actively spreading mitzvos 01:35:00 You are placed where you’re needed *Sicha IV: Olam Hafuch and the Teacher’s Reward* 01:46:10 Olam hafuch—reversed values 01:51:00 The simple Jew may save you 01:55:40 Rewards already visible now 02:00:30 Your mission comes from the Rebbe --- *For more classes from Rabbi Shais Taub:* 🌐 *Website:* https://www.soulwords.org/ *Follow Rabbi Shais Taub:* 📸 *Instagram:* https://www.instagram.com/rabbi_shais_taub 🎥 *TikTok:* https://www.tiktok.com/@rabbi_shais_taub 🐦 *X (Twitter):* https://www.x.com/ShaisTaub 📘 *Facebook:* https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61573478244968 💼 *LinkedIn:* https://www.linkedin.com/in/shais-taub-81a95466/ 🎧 *Listen to the SoulWords Podcast:* 🎵 *Spotify:* https://open.spotify.com/show/51E7XHWFDbZCGJQz7CoAZP 🍏 *Apple Podcasts:* https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/soulwords-full-library/id1450892501 *About SoulWords:* SoulWords is a virtual community hosted by Rabbi Shais Taub, where people come together to explore the spiritual insights of Torah and discover their unique purpose. This platform is here to facilitate your spiritual growth by sharing the mystical teachings of Judaism in contemporary language—making deep wisdom accessible and relevant to your life.