“A taste of the real thing.”

The goal of the Yarchei Kallah is to allow those who don’t always have the opportunity, to immerse themselves in the sugya and to feel like they’re back in yeshiva once again.

We in the Kollel would say that the goal was met and surpassed! The energy in the Bais Medrash was palpable, the kol Torah was booming. All with the joy that only intense Limud HaTorah can provide. Rav Cziment’s shiurim challenged and enlightened the participants and fueled the spirited debate further.

Participants enjoyed a delicious Melava Malka prepared by Mrs. Shaindy Mandelbaum and Mrs. Shaynie Goldberger at Torah Academy, celebrating the accomplishments of the Yarchei Kallah participants.

The Yarchei Kallah was dedicated by Mr. & Mrs. Bruce Leon for the 1st yartzeit of Rabbi Reuven Gross z”l, father of former Minneapolis Kollel member Rabbi Uriel Gross, who created the Yarchei Kallah here. A video tribute to Rabbi Gross z”l was shown at the Melava Malka, and our friend R’ Uriel shared his reflections of his father over Zoom. Words of inspiration were delivered by Rav Moshe Spiro and Rav Cziment, followed by music and dancing.

Thank you to all who contributed to the success of the Yarchei Kallah:

All the participants who invested their time and energy;
Rabbi Yisroel Meir Ebstein for doing much of the preparations to make the Yarchei Kallah happen;
Mr. & Mrs. Bruce Leon for sponsoring;
Mrs. Mandelbaum, Mrs. Goldberger, and all who contributed to the Melava Malka;
and of course, Rav Ezriel Cziment for once again sharing his vast knowledge, his enthusiasm, and his warmth!

Mark your calendars for next year!

Audio of Rav Cziment’s shiurim and addresses from the Melava Malka can be found at this link.