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Inspiration for the Nation with Yaakov Langer

Yaakov W: My Mother Sacrificed Her Life with Me So I Can Learn Torah

Inspiration for the Nation with Yaakov Langer

Living Lchaim

Judaism, Religion & Spirituality

4.91.2K Ratings

🗓️ 8 November 2025

⏱️ 54 minutes

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Summary

Inspiration for the Nation is the weekly Jewish podcast from Living Lchaim, hosted by Yaakov Langer.


Born in post-communist Poland with no access to Jewish life, Yakov Wasilewicz’s journey from isolation to inspiration is nothing short of miraculous. From a secret childhood identity to a self-chosen bris at 12 and Torah study in America, his story celebrates courage, faith, and maternal sacrifice. His story is a moving testament to how one man’s determination and music keep the light of heritage burning.


Yaakov W's email: Yaakov.W.Music@gmail.com

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Transcript

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0:00.0

So what my mother did can be compared to Akeda,

0:06.2

sacrificing a life, her son, me,

0:13.1

even though she will be alone every day for many years

0:18.3

so that I can learn what it means to be Jewish.

0:20.5

When Avramavino, our forefather, was willing to slaughter his beloved son,

0:24.6

even after Hashem told him he'd created an entire nation from Isaac,

0:28.6

he was still willing because of his trust in God.

0:32.6

We all know that ultimately Hashem sent the angels and they ensured Isaac Yisach was safe. But something

0:39.0

did happen. He created a certain change in the DNA for all Jewish generations, the ability

0:45.7

to sacrifice what we love most for the ultimate purpose. This episode, you'll hear about

0:51.3

maybe the modern day sacrifice of Avramavino.

0:55.4

Please watch the entire episode and let us know in the comments what you think.

0:59.2

We get so many messages about advertising on this podcast.

1:02.6

And Hanukkah is coming up.

1:04.0

So if you'd like 80,000 average viewers and listeners to know about your product or service,

1:08.8

go on our site, the livingachim.com slash sponsor to submit. Remember, we are selective and only work with the best products and services for our awesome audience. This episode is Rufuashleima, Yosef Chaim bin DeVora. This episode is a memory of Shimon Dhabha bin Yaakov Shloyme, as well as Miriam Sarabas, Yaakov Moshe. This episode is also Rufu Shlema, Yosef Chaim bin Devorahe Goulda, my good friend. This episode is powered by Wheels to lease, Hiring for Less, Lechheim Legacy, and Bitbean. Here we go. Thank you so much, Yaakov Vashelavich. Did I say right? Yes. Okay, good. For coming in and doing this.

1:44.6

A lot to talk about, could you take us back to Poland, where you're born, what was like growing up, and take us through your journey?

1:52.0

Thank you.

1:53.0

Thank you so much for having me here today.

1:55.0

I was born in Chenstokhov, Poland in 1988.

2:00.0

At the time, there was no Jewish schools, no Hedoram,

2:05.6

Jewish preschools in Chesterhova, where I was born.

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