{"podcast":{"title":"Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe Podcast Collection","slug":"rabbi-aryeh-wolbe-podcast-collection-6059472","podcast_index_feed_id":6059472,"rss_url":"https://feeds.transistor.fm/rabbi-aryeh-wolbe-podcast-collection","website_url":"https://linktr.ee/ariwol","image_url":"https://img.transistorcdn.com/AiXo-mR19b_UF1JwYGO0UvZqarEMWRGi-lR4jT8uuXc/rs:fill:0:0:1/w:1400/h:1400/q:60/mb:500000/aHR0cHM6Ly9pbWct/dXBsb2FkLXByb2R1/Y3Rpb24udHJhbnNp/c3Rvci5mbS8zN2Vi/ZDJhMmE0MjViNjFl/MWZkODkzOWUwZmJm/ZTQ5ZS5wbmc.jpg","author":"TORCH","episode_count":1000,"summary":"The Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe Podcast Collection is the one-stop shop for the Torah inspiration shared by Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe in one simple feed. The Jewish Inspiration Podcast, Parsha Review Podcast, Thinking Talmudist Podcast, Living Jewishly Podcast and Unboxing Judaism Podcast all in one convenient place. Enjoy!","last_synced_at":"2026-07-23T16:17:58.137963+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/rabbi-aryeh-wolbe-podcast-collection-6059472"},"episode":{"title":"Know Your Triggers [Day 170 - Orchos Tzaddikim | Repentance 27]","slug":"know-your-triggers-day-170-orchos-tzaddikim-repentance-27","published_at":"2026-07-22T05:00:00+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/rabbi-aryeh-wolbe-podcast-collection-6059472/know-your-triggers-day-170-orchos-tzaddikim-repentance-27","show_page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/rabbi-aryeh-wolbe-podcast-collection-6059472","url":"https://share.transistor.fm/s/518b36fa","audio_url":"https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/media.transistor.fm/518b36fa/bf4d512f.mp3","summary":"In this lesson from the Gate of Repentance ( Shaar HaTeshuvah ), Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe explains that genuine teshuvah requires more than regret—it demands creating safeguards against returning to the same mistake. The Orchot Tzaddikim discusses several serious transgressions, including idolatry, adultery, false oaths, and misuse of Hashem’s name. In each case, the repentant person is instructed to distance themselves from the environment, habits, and influences that originally led them astray. Rabbi Wolbe emphasizes that this principle applies far beyond the specific examples in the text. A person recovering from alcoholism should not spend time near a bar. Someone trying to improve their diet should avoid places filled with temptation. A person who repeatedly misuses speech or makes careless promises should establish strict boundaries around what they say. Spiritual strength does not mean deliberately placing ourselves in danger and hoping to resist. Wisdom means recognizing our vulnerabilities and avoiding the trap before the struggle begins. The episode also highlights the seriousness of oaths and using Hashem’s name improperly. Rabbi Wolbe explains why Jewish tradition strongly discourages casual swearing and why American law generally permits a person to affirm rather than swear when giving testimony. Even common speech requires awareness: since “Shalom” is one of Hashem’s names, Jewish law teaches caution about speaking in places such as a restroom. The overarching message is practical and compassionate: know your weaknesses, build protective boundaries, and never place yourself unnecessarily in a situation where one moment of vulnerability can undo years of growth. _____________ This Podcast Series is Generously Underwritten by Peter & Becky Botvin Recorded at T…","meta_description":"In this lesson from the Gate of Repentance ( Shaar HaTeshuvah ), Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe explains that genuine teshuvah requires more than regret—it demands cre…","key_points":[],"chapters":[],"topics":[],"duration_seconds":613,"processing_state":"not_requested","actions":[{"name":"request_transcript","method":"POST","url":"https://stenobird.com/v1/public/podcasts/rabbi-aryeh-wolbe-podcast-collection-6059472/episodes/know-your-triggers-day-170-orchos-tzaddikim-repentance-27/transcription-requests","description":"Idempotently request low-priority transcript generation for this episode."},{"name":"read_markdown","method":"GET","url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/rabbi-aryeh-wolbe-podcast-collection-6059472/know-your-triggers-day-170-orchos-tzaddikim-repentance-27.md","description":"Read the agent-friendly Markdown representation of this episode resource."}]}}