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The Laws of War and Peace with Rav Shlomo Katz

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The Laws of War and Peace with Rav Shlomo Katz is a series based on Hilchos Milchamah VeShalom by Rav Shmuel Eliyahu, opening up the Torah of מלחמה ושלום for the times we are living in right now. In these episodes, Rav Shlomo explores the halachic, biblical, and inner spiritual foundations of war, courage, national responsibility, emunah, and redemption. Through the lens of Tanach, Chazal, and the living reality of Am Yisrael, this series asks: How is a Jew meant to think, feel, pray, and act in a time of מלחמה? What does true gevurah look like? How do we fight evil without losing humility? And how do war, mesirus nefesh, and miracles become part of the unfolding geulah?

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June 10, 2026

16. The Draft Debate and the Meaning of Shevet Levi

The conversation around drafting yeshiva students often begins with opinions.This shiur begins with Torah.Continuing the exploration of one of the most sensitive issues facing Am Yisrael, Rav Shlomo Katz and the chevra of Shirat David examine the Rambam's famous discussion of Shevet Levi and the claim that Torah learners occupy a unique role within the Jewish people.But does the Rambam actually exempt Torah learners from military service? Why doesn't he explicitly say so? Why were all the other tribes counted among those who went out to war? And what can we learn from the surprising role of Kohanim in Jewish battles throughout Tanach and Chazal?Rather than offering slogans or easy answers, this shiur uncovers the deeper roots of the debate and challenges listeners to approach the subject with humility, seriousness, and a genuine search for truth.---------- For more Shuirim and Music from Rav Shlomo Katz, visit: https://ravshlomokatz.comJoin Rav Shlomo Katz's WhatsApp Community: https://chat.whatsapp.com/KHKOhhPaeHx5Kb74WL9L9a?mode=ems_copy_tCHAPTERS 00:00 Sponsor Acknowledgments and Opening Blessings 01:02 Introducing the Sensitive Draft Topic and Its Controversy 04:05 Recap: Counting of Am Yisrael and Shevet Levi 06:43 Rambam on Learners' Exemption from Military Service 09:14 Clarifying Rambam's Language – Questions from the Class 23:22 Kohanim Participation in Biblical Wars 25:37 Pachad Reality: Why Kohanim Couldn't Fight 26:41 Who Can Claim Levi Status More Than a Kohen? 28:02 Proofs That Kohanim Actually Served in Battle 30:11 The Halachic Question of Kohen with Yefat Toar 34:15 Modern Tzahal: Non-Combat Soldiers and Kohen Issues 44:19 Closing Thoughts and Ongoing Questions

June 3, 2026

15. Can We Talk About the Draft Without Hating Each Other?

Few conversations in Israel today are more painful, emotional, or explosive than the question of drafting yeshiva students into the army.But in this shiur, Rav Shlomo Katz insists on approaching the topic not through politics, anger, or slogans — but through Torah.Beginning with the census of מלחמה in Sefer Bamidbar, the role of Shevet Levi, the Rambam’s understanding of Torah leadership, and the relationship between mesirus nefesh and השראת השכינה, the conversation becomes an honest and vulnerable exploration of responsibility, achdus, and what it means to carry the burden of Am Yisrael together.More than anything, this shiur wrestles with the emotional and spiritual fracture inside Am Yisrael itself, and the challenge of remaining rooted in ahavat Yisrael even during the hardest disagreements imaginable.---------- For more Shuirim and Music from Rav Shlomo Katz, visit: https://ravshlomokatz.comJoin Rav Shlomo Katz's WhatsApp Community: https://chat.whatsapp.com/KHKOhhPaeHx5Kb74WL9L9a?mode=ems_copy_t00:00 Dedication of Niggun for Yonatan Razel's Recovery 04:31 Introducing the Hot Issue: Drafting Yeshiva Students 06:32 Biblical Basis: Counting Soldiers in the Desert 08:59 Shechina Linked to Census and the Army 14:36 Why Shevet Levi Isn’t Counted in the Military Census 21:17 Teaching Style: Speaking the Language of the Audience 26:34 Rambam’s Description of the Levites’ Role 27:57 Levi’s Mission Beyond Combat According to Rambam 29:39 Amalek Analogy in Modern Discussion 30:54 Levi Exemption Explained: Their Sacred Duty 41:29 Contemporary Charedi Attitudes Toward Military Service 50:13 Call for Vulnerability and Community Action 51:22 Amalek Metaphor and the Need for Resilience

June 1, 2026

14. The Torah Knows Jews Are Too Compassionate for This War

“We are rachmanim bnei rachmanim.”Again and again throughout this shiur, Rav Shlomo Katz and the chevra of Shirat David return to that reality: the Jewish people are compassionate by nature. And precisely because of that, the Torah forces us to confront Amalek over and over again.Moving through Shaul HaMelech’s mercy on Agag, the obligation of Parshas Zachor, October 7th, the moral confusion surrounding modern warfare, and Rav Shmuel Eliyahu’s understanding of Amalek in our generation, this conversation wrestles honestly with one of the hardest Torah topics imaginable.Not as a political discussion. Not as slogans. But as Torah.A raw and emotionally charged shiur about compassion, survival, responsibility, and why the Torah insists that evil must still be recognized clearly, even by a people whose instinct is mercy. ---------- For more Shuirim and Music from Rav Shlomo Katz, visit: https://ravshlomokatz.com Join Rav Shlomo Katz's WhatsApp Community: https://chat.whatsapp.com/KHKOhhPaeHx5Kb74WL9L9a?mode=ems_copy_tCHAPTERS 00:00 Opening Sponsorships and Memorials 01:37 Brandon’s Question: Call to Action for Shlav Bet 04:21 Compassion and the Obligation to Eradicate Amalek 07:39 Recent Chayal Killed in Lebanon — A Tragedy 09:27 The Danger of Forgetting Amalek and Shaul’s Failure 15:16 Gemara on Yoav Killing Only Amalek Males 17:03 Modern Amalek: Estimating Numbers in Gaza 20:28 Halacha: Prioritizing Parshas Zachor Over Megillah 23:21 The Moral Question of Conscripting Our Youth 26:27 Why Parshas Zachor Holds a Solemn Obligation 27:29 Listening to the Cry of the Yishmaeli Child 35:21 Modern Definition of Amalek: From Nations to Individuals 40:12 Category Errors in the Amalek Debate 42:19 First Aid Priority: The Collapsed Building Lesson 45:16 Identifying Threats Beyond Amalek 46:38 Root Issue: Rebuilding the Temple 49:11 Redefining Amalek in Modern Context 50:43 Drawing the Line on Individual Amalek 54:57 Essential Mitzvah: Survival (V’chai Bahem) 56:08 Choosing the Voice for Change 57:11 Importance of Parshas Zachor Reminder

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What is The Laws of War and Peace with Rav Shlomo Katz?: The Laws of War and Peace with Rav Shlomo Katz is a series based on Hilchos Milchamah VeShalom by Rav Shmuel Eliyahu, opening up the Torah of מלחמה ושלום for the times we are living in right now.

In these episodes, Rav Shlomo explores the halachic, biblical, and inner spiritual foundations of war, courage, national responsibility, emunah, and redemption. Through the lens of Tanach, Chazal, and the living reality of Am Yisrael, this series asks: How is a Jew meant to think, feel, pray, and act in a time of מלחמה? What does true gevurah look like? How do we fight evil without losing humility? And how do war, mesirus nefesh, and miracles become part of the unfolding geulah?
How often does this podcast release new episodes?: This podcast updates daily.
Where can I listen to this podcast?: This podcast is available on 4 platforms including Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and more. You can also use the RSS feed directly.
Does this podcast accept guests?: No, this podcast does not typically feature guests.

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