Etan Epstein: New Journeys in Torah Learning

This series is sponsored by Mira and Daniel Stokar.Join Talmud Daily! A new free program from 18Forty. Ten-minute episodes a day (video + audio). Plain English. No prior knowledge assumed. No Hebrew required. Join here: Talmuddaily.orgIn this episode of the 18Forty Podcast, we talk to Rabbi Etan Epstein, the founder of The 300 Club, a program of committing to learning Torah for five minutes a day.We also speak with two participants in the program, Richard Weissberg and Susan Sorosky. In this episode we discuss:—How does one begin a path of Torah learning?—How can we avoid burning out and maintain consistency on our learning journey?—Why are Torah and repentance so intertwined together?Interviews begin at 8:56.Tune in to hear a conversation about how the process of interpretation of Torah is a mirror image of a process of interpretation of the self.Rabbi Etan Epstein studied at Yeshivat Shaalvim after graduating from Ramaz, before earning his B.A. from Yeshiva University and spending three years at Beth Medrash Govoha in Lakewood. He then spent seven years studying at the Brisker Kollel in Israel, developing a deep expertise in analytical Torah learning. After returning to the U.S. in 2016, Rav Etan settled in Monsey and founded the New Rochelle Torah Center, where he became known for his thoughtful, engaging, and inspiring classes. In 2023, he founded the 300 Club, dedicated to helping every Jew experience the depth and beauty of Torah every day, five minutes at a time.References:“Mirror, Mirror of The Fall” by Maureen DowdThe 300 ClubMesillat YesharimSefer HaChinukhPsalms 27Lamentations 3Pirkei AvotFor more 18Forty:NEWSLETTER: 18forty.org/joinSign up for Talmud DailyCALL: (212) 582-1840EMAIL: info@18forty.orgWEBSITE: 18forty.orgIG: @18fortyX: @18_fortyWhatsApp: join hereBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/18forty-podcast--4344730/support.