Connected: Prayer with Purpose - Rabbi Eliyahu Farhi

Ep. 72. Yisa Hashem Panav Elecha – Peace Is the Vessel for All Blessing

In this episode, Rabbi Eliyahu Farhi concludes the Birkat Kohanim with “Yisa Hashem Panav Elecha Ve’Yasem Lecha Shalom.” What does it mean for Hashem to “raise His face” toward us and why is peace the final and ultimate blessing? This class explains that beyond blessing, success, and even favor in the eyes of others, everything depends on one critical factor: shalom. Without peace, no blessing can last or be enjoyed.

Ep. 71 Ya’er Hashem Panav Elecha – Hashem’s Presence in Your Life

In this episode, Rabbi Eliyahu Farhi explores the meaning of “Ya’er Hashem Panav Elecha” that Hashem should shine the light of His face upon you. What does it mean for Hashem’s “face” to shine toward a person? This class reveals that it’s not just about blessing, but about feeling seen. When someone turns their face toward you, gives you their full attention, and lights up in your presence, you feel valued and acknowledged. Similarly, when Hashem “shines His face,” it means experiencing His presence, His care, and His personal attention in your life.

Ep. 70 Ye’Varechecha Ve’Yishmerecha – Receiving and Protecting the Blessing

In this episode, Rabbi Eliyahu Farhi begins exploring Birkat Kohanim, the priestly blessings, starting with the words “Ye’Varechecha Hashem Ve’Yishmerecha.” Why do we ask not only for blessing, but also for protection? This class reveals a deeper truth: receiving blessing is only half the equation. A person can be given abundance, success, or opportunity, but without the capacity to hold, appreciate, and protect it, that blessing can be lost.

Ep. 69. Noten HaTorah – Receiving the Torah Every Single Day

In this episode, Rabbi Eliyahu Farhi explores a powerful nuance in the blessing: we don’t just say Hashem gave the Torah, we say Noten HaTorah, that He is continuously giving it. What’s the difference between a one-time event at Sinai and an ongoing, present-day experience? Rabbi Farhi explains that just as Hashem constantly renews creation, He also continuously gives the Torah in every moment. The challenge is not access to Torah, but keeping it fresh.

Ep. 68 Asher Bachar Banu– The Gift of Torah and a Life of Purpose

In this episode, Rabbi Eliyahu Farhi explores the blessing “Asher Bachar Banu Mikol Ha’amim Ve’Natan Lanu Et Torah'to.” What does it really mean that Hashem chose the Jewish people and gave them the Torah? Through the famous teaching that Hashem offered the Torah to every nation before Israel accepted it, Rabbi Farhi explains that the Torah is not only wisdom, it is a way of life filled with meaning, direction, and purpose. Hashem saw in the Jewish people a unique dedication and stubborn commitment to serve Him, beginning with Avraham Avinu. That commitment is what made us the nation capable of receiving the Torah.