Ahavat Olam

Yiru Eineinu

In this shiur we examine the "fifth" blessing of Shema, Yiru Eineinu, from its murky beginnings in Savoraic times until today.

Hashkiveinu

In this shiur we study the early history of Hashkiveinu, the last Beracha of Keriat Shema and in some respects the final prayer of the day.

Emet VeEmunah

In this class we study the early history of Emet VeEmunah, the Beracha immediately following Keriat Shema of Arvit. We also discuss the custom to not say VaYomer.

Ahavat Olam

In this shiur we discuss the origins of Ahavat Olam, the second Beracha for Keriat Shema of Arvit, and we learn about how this early Beracha was formulated.

Maariv Aravim

In this class we study the history and nusach of Maariv Aravim, the first Beracha of Keriat Shema for Arvit.