

Sichos HaRan - Class Trip with Rebbe Nachman of Breslov
Yaakov Klein
Yaakov Klein is a lecturer, musician, and the author of Sparks from Berditchov and The Story of Our Lives (Feldheim). He lives in London with his wife Shira and their two beautiful children, where he serves as the founding director of Eilecha.
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Mar 11, 2026 • 58min
The Passing of Rev Levi Yitzchak of Berditchov zy"a - Sichos Haran 196, 197, 198, 199, 200, 201, 202
In this shiur on Rebbe Nachman's Sichos HaRan, we learn a remarkable example of how the Rebbe's Torah contained ruach hakodesh from which one could tell the future, involving the passing of the Berditchover Rav. We discuss the Berditchover's connection with the mitzvah of tefillin, as well as how every Yid could feel a lack when he was nistalek, and and what that might mean for each of us, today. We then begin discussing the uniqueness of sefer Likutei Moharan and two different levels of Torah revelations in the works of the tzaddikim.

Feb 26, 2026 • 1h 3min
The Rebbe of the Dead (Sichos Haran #195)
In this shiur on Rebbe Nachman's Sichos HaRan, we explore a fascinating and little known aspect of Rebbe Nachman's leadership: his involvement with the "unclothed souls" that came to him for rectification. In the first part of the shiur we speak about the imperative to do whatever we can to help others draw closer to Hashem.

Feb 18, 2026 • 1h 8min
Rebbe Nachman on Suffering (Sichos Haran #194)
In this shiur on Rebbe Nachman's Sichos HaRan, we delve into a short, but incredibly radical and potent teaching regarding the suffering we experience in this world, and the possibility of choosing the lens of faith. Using additional teachings from Rabbeinu Bechayei and the Ohr HaChaim HaKadosh, we carefuly unpack this delicate topic in a way that can hopefully help us access just a glimmer of the reality beyond where "things couldn't be better."

Feb 13, 2026 • 57min
Standing Before the Mountain of Fire (Sichos Haran #188, 189, 190, 191, 192, 193)
In this shiur on Rebbe Nachman's Sichos HaRan, we learn about Rebbe Nachman's empathy for every Jew, his enigmatic statement regarding a treasure hidden behind a mountain of fire, and how the process of digestion is replicated regarding financial expenditure.

Jan 29, 2026 • 56min
Why Don't Breslovers Talk About Rebbe Nachman's Miracles? (Sichos Haran #186, 187)
In this shiur on Rebbe Nachman's Sichos HaRan, we learn that while Rebbe Nachman was able to do awesome miracles, he discouraged his Chassidim from speaking about them, encouraging them to focus on their own avodas Hashem as individuals and striving to reach deeper levels of closeness with Hashem.

Jan 12, 2026 • 59min
Prescriptions from the Soul Doctor (Sichos Haran #182, 183, 184, 185)
In this shiur on Rebbe Nachman's Sichos HaRan, we learn about how Rebbe Nachman's opponents strawmanned him, how the Rebbe knew money was on its way, how he was able to know everything about a person from the moment they met, and about the particularized prescriptions he would give his followers for their eternal rectification.

Dec 2, 2025 • 1h 2min
Rebbe Nachman at Sunset (Sichos Haran #176, 177, 178, 179)
Explore Rebbe Nachman's profound teachings on joy and spiritual growth. Discover how true happiness stems from deep faith and connection to Hashem. Gain insights into the importance of community, ritual, and the soul's subtle joy even in mundane pleasures. Learn how opposition can fuel spiritual elevation and the relentless yearning that propels one's growth. Reflect on the privilege of Jewish identity and the urgency of spiritual work, all while celebrating the humor and wisdom found in Rebbe Nachman's stories.

Nov 25, 2025 • 49min
Rebbe Nachman's Accelerated Growth (Sichos Haran #173, 174, 175)
In this shiur on Rebbe Nachman's Sichos HaRan, we continue learning about the incredible levels Rebbe Nachman reached and the secret purpose for his arduous journey to Eretz Yisrael.

Nov 19, 2025 • 42min
This is What Rebbe Nachman's Kiddush Was Like (Sichos Haran #166, 157, 168, 169, 170, 171, 172
In this shiur on Rebbe Nachman's Sichos HaRan, we continue learning about Rebbe Nachman's efforts in avodas Hashem and the levels he reached. We also explore Reb Nosson's soaring description of what it was like to experience Shabbos at Rebbe Nachman's tisch.

Nov 12, 2025 • 1h 3min
You Can Achieve Greatness! (Sichos Haran #164, 165)
In this shiur on Rebbe Nachman's Sichos HaRan, we address the common misconception that Tzaddikim are somehow "different", that they were "born with elevated souls". Rebbe Nachman reminds us that with the investment of effort and the proper construction of "Baki B'Ratzo" atop our foundation of "Baki B'Shov", we can each achieve the greatness for which our souls were sent to this realm.


