ORTHODOXED (2021) | Official Movie | Berel Solomon

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  • Orthodoxed is a documentary about a young Jewish man named Berel Solomon.
    It chronicles his journey from a drug dealer and prince of the nightclub business to becoming a Lubavitcher chassid.
    The documentary interviews key people in Berel's life, who helped him along his journey. You get to experience his transformation from multiple vantage points. His parent's perspective. His former boss, the nightclub owner's perspective. His family and friends' perspectives, and the celebrities he's worked with along the way.
    Topics of video: Judaism, Teshuva, Hasidic, Chasidic, Life transformation, Orthodox Judaism, Moshiach, The Messiah, Torah, Talmud, Hashem, Israel, Jerusalem, Kabbalah, Zohar, business, bitcoin, Mashiach, Third Temple, 3rd Temple, The Rebbe, Breslov, Rabbi Nachman, film,
    Bible, Abraham, Isaac, Jacob, my Unorthodox Life, Noahides, conversion, spiritual, awakening, near death experience, heaven, Julia Haart, Unorthodox, Hollywood, tanach, trending, viral, Netflix, USA, 5782.
    The inspiration for this documentary comes from Berel's intense desire to spread the light of Torah in the world. As well as to combat the negative barrage of Netflix videos against the Orthodox Jewish community. Enjoy this documentary; A transformation from darkness to light.
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  • @perhabs9538
    @perhabs9538 2 ปีที่แล้ว +146

    I am a Muslim and watched the whole movie This brother is amazing god tested him he asked for guidance and god made him a great leader

    • @muhammedtaher4849
      @muhammedtaher4849 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      May Allah guide him to the truth

    • @leongreen5332
      @leongreen5332 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      I am a Jew happily married to a wonderful Muslim woman. Coexistence works. G-d bless you, cousin.

    • @InnaVitamina777
      @InnaVitamina777 11 หลายเดือนก่อน

    • @InnaVitamina777
      @InnaVitamina777 11 หลายเดือนก่อน

      ​@@leongreen5332❤

    • @theroadtodharma
      @theroadtodharma 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

      im a christian 😊 but after this movie i became a better version of me , thank you brother 🙏

  • @baxterbunch
    @baxterbunch 2 ปีที่แล้ว +320

    I’m a Christian but I relate to you so much as I have went from a heroin addict sleeping on the streets every night to a righteous person, wife and mother, I feel sorry for people without God in their life. The hardest times make the greatest testimonies ❤️

    • @MrMendygroner
      @MrMendygroner 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      @siri alexa you need me lok

    • @Webblena
      @Webblena 2 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      You are a winner! Keep walking brave lady! ❤️✊

    • @NossyDrelich
      @NossyDrelich 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      @Sophie I'm glad your doing better.

    • @sharpatite4684
      @sharpatite4684 ปีที่แล้ว

      ​@siri alexa

    • @chrisgregg4594
      @chrisgregg4594 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      🙏 God bless you

  • @samschwartz4203
    @samschwartz4203 2 ปีที่แล้ว +60

    I'm an observant jew,
    But I didn't put on tefilin the last few weeks,
    Tomorrow I will put on a direct result of this video,
    Thanks Berel

    • @BerelSolomon
      @BerelSolomon  2 ปีที่แล้ว +13

      Every jew is beautiful. Go for it

    • @dartheater7348
      @dartheater7348 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Every time counts

  • @meowmeowmeow2362
    @meowmeowmeow2362 ปีที่แล้ว +23

    I'm currently lost myself as a "muslim" but I feel like there's something missing , this was documentary was very special because it was raw and struck at my heart strings , I wish you the best of luck in everything that you do I wish you a happy and healthy life for you and your family, pray for me. I dont know you but I love you brother.

    • @MrEVAQ
      @MrEVAQ ปีที่แล้ว +2

      good luck

    • @tinyzoo
      @tinyzoo ปีที่แล้ว +2

      I will pray for you also.
      I pray that Yeshuah Hamashiah reveals Himself to you in a way that is meaningful to you, and that you will know He is real. God bless you as you seek Him!

    • @jomana1109
      @jomana1109 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      It’s ok to be lost, no human hasn’t gone through that stage. I’m a Muslim myself and it took me a few years to come to what I believe is the truth.
      It wasn’t easy and I imagine it isn’t the case for anybody; if your heart is sincere about the truth, it will come to you but not without effort.
      I suggest you familiarize yourself enough with the Quran to have a solid grasp of your deen and delve into the prophets biography. It’s a matter of understanding how it came to be and the morality Allah commands us to live by.
      Do the work and you’ll get the answers, whatever you choose, may Allah guide you brother/sister.

    • @leeannep.7652
      @leeannep.7652 ปีที่แล้ว

      ​@@tinyzoo He has revealed himself. He has revealed himself as a false messiah.

    • @Klikka1
      @Klikka1 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Jesus is the missing thing.

  • @ShloimeZionce
    @ShloimeZionce 2 ปีที่แล้ว +425

    Way to go Berel!

  • @Elohims1
    @Elohims1 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    Bravo, Mr. Solomon! What a story of God's blessings! I'm so happy for you and your beautiful family! I pray all will know The Prince of Peace, Yeshua Ha Mashiach ❤

  • @karenhuebner5768
    @karenhuebner5768 6 หลายเดือนก่อน +7

    An amazing and beautiful story! As a Christian, knowing the promises of God through the Old Testament and the fulfilling promises in the New Testament my heart is filled with joy to see the beauty of His work. Thank you for sharing your wonderful story.

  • @simibrown6731
    @simibrown6731 2 ปีที่แล้ว +125

    thank you for Portraying The orthodox Jewish community In such an authentic way 🙏

    • @juancorrales5246
      @juancorrales5246 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      this story is so beautiful, it open my mind and heart

    • @davidbarton1806
      @davidbarton1806 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Synagogue of Satan🇮🇱👹✡

    • @yoyobillet5046
      @yoyobillet5046 ปีที่แล้ว

      From Boynton?

  • @fraida4631
    @fraida4631 2 ปีที่แล้ว +225

    I wasn’t expecting to cry, but when I heard the Rebbe’s voice, my vision became blurred and tears filled my eyes. What a beautiful story, what a wonderful thing to share!

  • @NS-lz6jh
    @NS-lz6jh 2 ปีที่แล้ว +148

    I'm a former streetkid with very similar experiences. A couple years ago a chabad Rabbi helped me to put on tefilin for first time since barmitzvah . It was such a powerful- emotional experience. Since then I've been compelled towards Torah and observance. This documentary hit me - it is powerful- the transformation - its especially hard coming from a family that is not observant.

    • @shaindyhorowitz3783
      @shaindyhorowitz3783 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Wow!!

    • @1andyou2
      @1andyou2 2 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      Keep going brother you too are an inspiration to others. Put on that tefilin and share the pic on social media. You'll be surprised how others will be inspired by you

    • @termination9353
      @termination9353 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Sorry pal but what you say is "Orthodox" Judaism I say is delusional Judaism. Pagan idolatry even.

    • @InnaVitamina777
      @InnaVitamina777 11 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

  • @jasmynelliott
    @jasmynelliott 2 ปีที่แล้ว +61

    Now THIS is the story that needed to be told. With so many negative/inaccurate depictions of Orthodox Judaism, it is so refreshing to hear the real-life story of how HaShem changed someone's life around. The rest of us could only be so lucky. Signed: A Convert In Progress.

    • @adamk5890
      @adamk5890 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      The whole term "Orthodox" is not Jewish. You guys and gals have such a victim complex it is sad.

    • @adamk5890
      @adamk5890 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      They are teaching you to be a professional victim to convert. That is terrible. That sounds like they are abusing the conversion process to air their dirty laundry.

    • @jasmynelliott
      @jasmynelliott 2 ปีที่แล้ว +13

      @@adamk5890 I can’t imagine the pain you must be in to write this. I truly hope you find the peace you seek.

    • @adamk5890
      @adamk5890 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@jasmynelliott You sound like in your own world. I am sure the Rabbis do want to convert you just to be self centered and push their agenda and have a victim complex. It is pathetic. You obviously don't love people. This is only imitating the reactionary behavior of OTHER RELIGIONS. Has nothing to do with Judaism.

    • @jasmynelliott
      @jasmynelliott 2 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      @@adamk5890 *shrug* You’re free to believe whatever you choose my friend. Again, I genuinely hope you find the peace that you’re seeking.

  • @itsaba1025
    @itsaba1025 2 ปีที่แล้ว +205

    As a Muslim teen living in Vancouver, this really made my day and made me cry! great life advice Soloman, will definitely try to find you if I come to Montreal. Thanks.

    • @cmain3931
      @cmain3931 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      I know for sure I will never enter a xtian place of worship again. I know that HaShem is with the jews.

    • @annemurphy9339
      @annemurphy9339 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      @TheAwwyee That isn’t true: the Judeo-Christian faiths are joined at the hip and both worship YHWH God, and know only the Bible is His word. The Old and New Testaments are two halves of the same book: the Old is YHVH’s covenant with man under the Mosaic/Hebraic law that looks forward to Messiah; the New is the fulfillment of Messiah and His covenant with man under grace. Christianity is simply fulfilled Judaism, and there are many Messianic Jews who have recognized Jesus is Yeshua ha’Mashiach. The religion of muhammad worships an entirely different god named allah, the god of muhammad’s Quryash tribe. The god allah and YHVH God speak in completely different voices, have completely different laws and codes of moral conduct by which their followers are to live, and only YHVH has reached out to mankind and provided a clear path for salvation.

    • @annemurphy9339
      @annemurphy9339 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @TheAwwyee I have listened to Singer and heard him debunked by true biblical scholars. Most are quite sure he is possessed. Christians worship no man as God: Yeshua ha’Mashiach is no created being but the second person of the eternally existent triune Godhead. He came to earth in a mortal body of His own creation and lived the perfect/sinless life no fallen mortal could ever live, perfectly keeping every jot and tittle of the Mosaic/Hebraic law. He became the sinless atoning Lamb of God on Passover and gave up His spirit at exactly the appointed time. He then proved He is exactly who He says He is by reanimating that lifeless mortal body after three days, exactly as He said He would. Do you accept the Psalms as part of the Old Testament? Proverbs? Newsflash, but they were penned after Deuteronomy, so are you a hypocrite? Both halves of the Bible, the Old and the New Testaments, were inspired by the Holy Spirit and bear His stamp of perfection in the original scrolls. May you find salvation in Yeshua ha’Mashiach.

    • @annemurphy9339
      @annemurphy9339 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @TheAwwyee Strange, I don’t see any stipulation whether revealed scripture is/is not a law book in your original comment, so yes, blatant hypocrisy. Read John 12:40 and you will understand the eyes of the Jews have been partially closed and their hearts hardened during the church age, for their rejection of Messiah. Yeshua ha’Mashiach perfectly fulfilled every Messianic prophecy, including Isaiah 53, which describes His suffering. Your misunderstanding of Messiah is how Israel is deceived, for a time, by the antichrist. And yes, I know the third temple will indeed be built because the Bible says it will be: I also know that about halfway into the 7-year tribulation, this antichrist deceiver will defile that temple by committing the abomination of desolation, declaring himself to be god, & demanding worship. Many Jews will come to salvation in Christ during this time, and in that I rejoice. God bless.

    • @jonihemli274
      @jonihemli274 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@annemurphy9339 your speaking thing that sadly aren’t true
      If you want to find answers find a smart rabbi at your area just so you understand that jews are the truth of what’s going on
      The whole story of Jesus doesn’t make sense and it doesn’t work
      Learn Gemara to start understanding what’s going on for real because every other church have there own story’s and things that happened and didn’t so if you want truth read and look at the facts that today people are still trying to destroy us jews and you can’t deny that but somehow we are the one nation that stayed even after everyone trying to destroy us
      You that’s because we are wrong and we can’t c what’s happening because Jesus is true we still stand
      People have tried to erase Judaism and no one could because even after all the horrors we are still here indestructible
      Have a great day and learn a bit more of what Judaism is about before you go and argue something you don’t know anything about
      Good luck

  • @dianagoras6894
    @dianagoras6894 2 ปีที่แล้ว +45

    I cried watching this!!! I am a Christian but have been learning to read the Bible through Eastern eyes, and learning the Torah has been bringing me closer to God. It’s so awesome that you are authentic and show such a beautiful side of your practice.

    • @J_a_s_o_n
      @J_a_s_o_n ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Hopefully you don't read only the Torah but the complete bible. Jesus Christ is the King of kings and the ONLY way to HEAVEN!

    • @MrInfinite43
      @MrInfinite43 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

      ​​@@J_a_s_o_nOnly way huh? Cults be cultin' Is that what your soul believes? Or just your ego?

  • @MendelDanzo
    @MendelDanzo 2 ปีที่แล้ว +147

    Hold up. Wait a minute. Bro. This is legit fire! Cinematography is spot-on, sound design is sick, the pacing is amazing, the message is great and a big blow to all the garbage media about us, and man, are you charismatic or what! I can see the amount of work that went into this, and to post it for free on youtube? That is +10 brownie points. Subscribed.

  • @shadineb
    @shadineb 2 ปีที่แล้ว +19

    Beautiful! Thank you! Currently a Noahide, having been raised Christian. I am now living with G-d ❤

  • @shellyh3014
    @shellyh3014 2 ปีที่แล้ว +17

    AMAZING. as a christian woman, im in awe of you and i respect you and Judaism so much. may God bless you always 🙏🏽

  • @ayadmenessy9558
    @ayadmenessy9558 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    brother Barel Solomon, shalom alaykum. Im a muslim and I want to thank you very much from the bottom of my heart for this wonderful story. it was well composed, produced and finalized. It really fills my heart with happiness knowing that a muslim man can be inspired to seek out god and reconnect from a jew and I genuinely feel a very strong feeling of connection. I won't say its the first time I get this feeling, but it sure is one of the strongest times. Its such a exciting thing to see how our books are connected. I saw this video of your about charity and man, this video really did change my life. its so crazy how distracted one can get with life and forget to look up and remember the grander cause that we were bought here to do. All men must serve because all men must die one day and really brother I want to thank you for your service.
    I dont wanna say I've had quite and extreme exposure to a similar up bringing as yours, but what happened to you I can relate to in so many ways, because I walked down quite a similar rode. One of the problems men my age (22) face everyday is lack of mentorship and guidance. Its hard to find someone willing to share and its even harder to find someone willing to do it with passion. I thank you for everything my jewish brother and I hope one day inshallah we cross paths brother so I can shake your hand and thank you in person, if you ever find yourself in switzerland please hit me up so we can connect)
    I really am very thankful to god for making me come across these two videos of yours (that's only how much I"ve seen so far). Alhamdulilah
    Im gonna try to reach out to you in person. I must know what you know, about some stuff. I loved it every time you said "to know what you know".
    Kindest Regards and many many thanks,
    @dr.easygoing (on the gram)

  • @yehonatanlevy1
    @yehonatanlevy1 2 ปีที่แล้ว +48

    Finally displaying the orthodox community in a positive light!

  • @naomifeldman2096
    @naomifeldman2096 2 ปีที่แล้ว +49

    The havadala clip in the beginning represents the separation between Berel’s past and his present life. Beautiful cinematography to capture this incredible and awe-inspiring story.

  • @jerriefreem285
    @jerriefreem285 2 ปีที่แล้ว +31

    BEREL. That was beautiful . I cried as a reform Jew . I will always value and love my Judaism ✡.. I light my candles , I pray daily 🙏 and I Give to Tzeduka . Your story was Raw and heartfelt. May you continue teaching and sharing to the world your Brilliance and love of Orthodox Judaism.

    • @jerriefreem285
      @jerriefreem285 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      TEXAS JEW

    • @dartheater7348
      @dartheater7348 2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      It's never too late to become observant.

    • @rabbidonngross5886
      @rabbidonngross5886 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Correction: A a JEW..plain and simple:)

    • @geozap4518
      @geozap4518 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Sad to say, but it's Reform Judaism were intermarriage is high. What will become of Torah?

  • @hashemisbeautiful6615
    @hashemisbeautiful6615 2 ปีที่แล้ว +42

    I've only watched five minutes of this so far, and I realize once again why I'm happy I left the word of secular Judaism and became Orthodox. That was 20 years ago and I lose sight of my appreciation now and then, and it's good to reflect on it from time-to-time. Thanks for making this film, I'm going to share it.

    • @chiefswife1212
      @chiefswife1212 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Orthodox can watch this stuff?

    • @hashemisbeautiful6615
      @hashemisbeautiful6615 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@chiefswife1212 Can watch what? Movies?

    • @minkagoldstein9228
      @minkagoldstein9228 24 วันที่ผ่านมา

      I hope you saved the money from selling drugs to now use it for your good life.

    • @minkagoldstein9228
      @minkagoldstein9228 24 วันที่ผ่านมา

      Wow you wore the kippah to the nightclub? Wow. Amazing.

    • @minkagoldstein9228
      @minkagoldstein9228 24 วันที่ผ่านมา

      WHAT AN AMAZING STORY. And I think this video is incredible. Amazing and i am so thankful that I found this video on you tube. Amazing. I am so happy your parents said yes to you going to Yeshiva and Israel. What an amazing story. Berel, baruch hashem to you.

  • @s0810411
    @s0810411 2 ปีที่แล้ว +37

    I have to say, in high school I saw Berel Solomon at a few CTeen events including the international shabbaton, and I can’t explain how many teens are inspired by his story. I’m so happy this is now public and I hope it reaches many Jews across the world who need to see this. I also hope this reaches those outside the religion who are doing research after watching Netflix. This will open their eyes to a narrative platforms don’t like to show.

  • @jocianefrohlich6333
    @jocianefrohlich6333 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    I have Jewish ancestry, and for over 7 years I did teshuvah. Today I can't see myself far from Judaism. Torah is the tree of life and it is my life. Thanks for sharing your story.

  • @raizellouisebarnes6348
    @raizellouisebarnes6348 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    So proud of you.. maded so many changes and returned back to jewish faith.. hashem loves you. I am b.t for 15yrs and not look back.. no regrets

  • @mmore242
    @mmore242 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Thank you for sharing your beautiful testimony. May G-d bless you, your loved ones and the Jewish people forever!

  • @bailakamman4085
    @bailakamman4085 2 ปีที่แล้ว +42

    I don’t usually comment, but this is a one of a kind film with an important message. Thank you for making it and distributing it freely.

  • @ShlomoJesmerRelationshipCoach
    @ShlomoJesmerRelationshipCoach 2 ปีที่แล้ว +88

    I watched this with my wife, and when the movie was over, I looked at her and said, "I want to meet him".
    We have walked similar paths, and your video was relatable on so many levels.
    I hope we meet one day.

    • @ShlomoJesmerRelationshipCoach
      @ShlomoJesmerRelationshipCoach 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      @Shalom Shalom Nice to meet you, my friend.

    • @NossyDrelich
      @NossyDrelich 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @Shlomo maybe he can make a documentary about your story too.

    • @chanithav8418
      @chanithav8418 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Hey shlomo :) didn't expect to find you In the comments lol

    • @ShlomoJesmerRelationshipCoach
      @ShlomoJesmerRelationshipCoach 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@chanithav8418 Haha, that's really funny! Well, here I am. 🤣

    • @trulifrea8073
      @trulifrea8073 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @Shalom Shalom so is arab

  • @elvisdardagan4480
    @elvisdardagan4480 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I am Muslim and I love your work and how we all are brothers and sister special Muslims and Jewish but the politics keep us divided so we have to be stronger than politicians

  • @yakovtatz8733
    @yakovtatz8733 2 ปีที่แล้ว +22

    what a fantastic, constructive and pure production. You and your family are exactly what our dark world needs so badly right now. Thank you for all that you do. And I LOVE that you didn't attack or point fingers at anyone, you just spoke to the deep and beautiful truth that is - your life. peace and love you wonderful people

  • @denatocker8312
    @denatocker8312 2 ปีที่แล้ว +27

    finally a film about loving god from the heart and soul. loved it

  • @NormanF62
    @NormanF62 2 ปีที่แล้ว +22

    I would never have pegged Berel for an Orthodox Jew. Yet there are moments like this throughout Jewish history, when Jews who didn’t care about being Jewish, discovered being Jewish was the most important thing in the world that mattered to them. This film is in that stream, moving and well told. No matter who you are, it will change your life!

  • @gaoshan6470
    @gaoshan6470 6 วันที่ผ่านมา

    I am a Christian and Chinese. I love you as a Jew. Your story is so vivid, inspiring, lively bringing Judaism intriguing to me. Thanks for this work you've done. I am totally attracted by Judaism and Torah which can transform a guy like this. I am also amazed and want to know more. Thanks again!

  • @chanabatiyayehezkel304
    @chanabatiyayehezkel304 2 ปีที่แล้ว +28

    As a Ger Tzedek i felt sooo inspired!!! Such a great story telling of Mirracles, of earnings and and G-ds answers, hugs and guidance! This film is heart warming on so many levels!
    For so many years now I want to tell My story of coming to Judaism. A story full of hardships and Amazing Guidance from HaShem, You have just inspired me to start stracturing the plan to do it! Beeztat HaShem!
    Thank you for spreading G-Ds light to the world by shearing your Private Mirracles with us!!!
    Moshiah Now!

    • @dartheater7348
      @dartheater7348 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Geirim and Baalei Tshuvah have the greatest positions in Gan Eden.

  • @LVScooter1
    @LVScooter1 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Thank you for this documentary. I can relate to you. I was born Jewish. I had my Bar Mitzvah on October 31st, 1987. Keep up the good work brother.

  • @michellebarbara4820
    @michellebarbara4820 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    What a beautiful story. What a wonderful person you are. What a light!

  • @mbutler2905
    @mbutler2905 2 ปีที่แล้ว +62

    This is so similar to my husband’s story! (He was a former underground rapper turned chossid as well!) Hoping Drake also comes to Yeshiva very soon!!!

    • @NossyDrelich
      @NossyDrelich 2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      You never know! Someone should show him this documentary

  • @BK-ou8ky
    @BK-ou8ky 2 ปีที่แล้ว +37

    Wow! As someone struggling with religious issues, thank you!! You are saving lives 🙏

  • @stillwaters2690
    @stillwaters2690 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    POWERFUL testimony! I teared up when you spoke about that desire to seek Him. I too tasted the "world" and left discontent, only to be drawn back to Him but this time not because my parents coerced me to the faith, but because I thirst and wanted a relationship with Him.
    You have a gift brother, keep being a blessing to the world.

  • @chanchme
    @chanchme 2 ปีที่แล้ว +11

    Amazing chizuk for many struggling Yiddisheh neshamos!! I will pass this on!!

  • @dovidgoncharuk8696
    @dovidgoncharuk8696 2 ปีที่แล้ว +33

    Amazing! I can relate 100% to this ! The best part, is you did not go to prison like I did to realize that you need to to tshuvah! Good job! Work need to see more of this !

    • @NossyDrelich
      @NossyDrelich 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I was thinking about that as he related the drug story and I was glad it didn't go that far.

  • @Shhshh339
    @Shhshh339 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I love the way he speaks about his wife and being a family man.... God Bless you for speaking positively

  • @hosannainthehighest
    @hosannainthehighest ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great testimony to bringing your life from disrepair to God. Praise Jesus!

  • @ehirman
    @ehirman 2 ปีที่แล้ว +33

    Wow!! As ba'al teshuvah myself, Chabadnikit - your story truly touched my heart. Each person is a universe. Thank you for sharing. Much hatzlacha!!!

    • @user-po9iy3pk2y
      @user-po9iy3pk2y 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @Shalom Shalom I don't understand your point? Hebrew and Arabic are similar and share an origin we have a lot of words that are very similar

    • @user-po9iy3pk2y
      @user-po9iy3pk2y 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @Shalom Shalom but why are you telling me this I don't understand the reason

    • @user-po9iy3pk2y
      @user-po9iy3pk2y 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @Shalom Shalom wait tf are you saying they're HEBREW not Arabic are you serious

    • @user-po9iy3pk2y
      @user-po9iy3pk2y 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @Shalom Shalom [face palm emoji]

    • @user-po9iy3pk2y
      @user-po9iy3pk2y 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @Shalom Shalom LMAOOOO challah is shabbat bread

  • @ajb570
    @ajb570 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Before I came to Israel, I became Baal teshuva in London, one of my favorite parts of Shabbos was the birds chirping on my walk to shul on Shabbos morning.

  • @honeyagave
    @honeyagave 2 ปีที่แล้ว +27

    This movie is gorgeous, touching and moving. I watched it twice and shed tears each time. May g-d bless you. Thank you.

    • @honeyagave
      @honeyagave 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      And I love how every relationship was referenced as a marriage regardless of the paperwork involved...."I've been divorced 20 times .." Berel this is the truth and we don't take heed to the sanctity of our hearts in our secular society. It's not given the weight that it requires. I've come to embrace orthodoxy and I know now the heart is precious. To be reserved for our soul mate. Your film will go far and will effect many.

  • @estig.1798
    @estig.1798 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    ABSOLUTELY AMAZING INSPIRING AND BEAUTIFUL!!!! I am in tears of awe!!!! I will truely pass this amazing movie on to my kids and family!!! Thank you for sharing your amazing!!!!! story🏆🏆🏆🏆!!!!!
    May hashem bless you and your family for the kidush hashem you did through this movie💐

  • @michelleamin284
    @michelleamin284 2 ปีที่แล้ว +48

    Thank you for sharing your story and being so open about where you were in life and where it has taken you. I did not expect to tear up so much. I am so touched by your story. I'm a baal teshuvah as well. God bless you and your family. You really did a great job portraying what us Jews are about- constantly striving to be the best versions of ourselves, by taking baby steps and inspiring others.

  • @ralph11000
    @ralph11000 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Although I'm not Lubavitch, I spent my teen years with Rabbi New and Rabbi Fine. I moved on from Montreal at the age of 21 to learn Torah in Eretz Yisrael. 32 years later, I'm still learning full time. I've been close to many of the great Rabbi's of our generation. I can sincerely say that these two Rabbi's are of the 36 Tzadikim. I'm just sorry they had to put up with the teenager in me. I wanted to make them proud.

  • @markp6062
    @markp6062 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    My Friend, It's Mark P from Linked in. Thank you for sharing this with us! It was SO worth the wait and I'm grateful for the experience. We share a lot of our story, particularly the younger years. I am not Jewish by birth, but I've felt, particularly over the past few years, a calling to explore The Creator, as expressed in Judaism. My search for G_d continues and it's always nice to re-realize that I am not the only one in search of and working to experience that spiritual fulfillment that you express in this film.
    thank you, again!

  • @yochevedmateles4021
    @yochevedmateles4021 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Really great. I think Berel's parents should get the Parents of the Year award. You never stopped loving and supporting him.

  • @emmanuelrufai6471
    @emmanuelrufai6471 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I am a Christian, but I am always happy to hear that Jews have found Hashem. Great documentary...I really enjoyed it.

    • @yakovabrahams7875
      @yakovabrahams7875 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Perhaps you’d enjoy Rabbi tovia singer. He might give you a more nuanced perspective on christianinity. He knows the Torah back and forth as well as the new testament and points out some very interesting things worth taking a deeper look at. Peace.

  • @bsafrin974
    @bsafrin974 2 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    Wow. Nachas. Love it! Spread the love brother

  • @theone5668
    @theone5668 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Although not a Chabad follower, but a member of a Sephardic synagogue and community, I had the privilege many years ago to visit Crown Heights, including a Farbrengen with the late Lubavitcher Rebbe (Z"L), having received a U.S. dollar bill from him and when he looked at me, I felt as if he had penetrated by being and knew all about me. No doubt he was a tzadik. It is unfortunate that so many Jews do not realise the blessing they have of being Jewish and should get to know the beauty of Judaism whether being Chassidim, Sephardim or Askhenazim. Like someone else wrote earlier, I also had tears in my eyes when the Rebbe (Z"L) appeared briefly in the movie and his words were heard.

  • @dovidbaslawpersonal8433
    @dovidbaslawpersonal8433 ปีที่แล้ว

    This movie made me cry. I so respect you Berel for what you did for what you do and for what I know what you will do. HaShem Yivarechecha. I share your very evident pride in being and living as a Jew.
    May you have continued success in all your endeavors in good health and great joy!

  • @danavipuzzles7308
    @danavipuzzles7308 2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Inspiring video! One of the guys in the end mentioned -- "just start by going to minyan everyday". I think that for most people that's too much to start with. I grew up secular, became religious for about 10 years throughout my 20's and into my early 30's, and haven't been religious for the past few years. Over the past few months I've been slowly rekindling some level of observance with a mitzvah here and there. I don't expect that I'll ever be orthodox again, as I still disagree with a lot of rabbinical aspects of Judaism, but I'm not letting that stop me from doing the little I can. During all the years that I was religious, one of the biggest challenges for me was davening with a minyan. Even during the few years when I was most immersed in my observance, and I was living and breathing Torah, and living in Israel with synagogues 100 feet from my home, I couldn't bring myself to go to minyan every single day, let alone three times a day. I'd usually daven at home, would go to shul for all the Shabbat prayers, and tried to go to mincha minyan a few times a week. There was a week or two where I tried going to shacharit daily, but it was more than I could handle. And that was at my peak. If there's anything to start with, I'd say it should be Shabbat. And not necessarily trying to keep Shabbat fully, in the case of someone who's been completely not religious, but doing it step by step. Taking on too much too quickly may be the start of a weak foundation, and if and when things get tough, as they did for me, some may find themselves completely leaving everything behind. I've strayed in ways that I may never be able to change. I'm in a non-Jewish marriage with someone I love, and even though I'm rekindling some level of observance, I'm not ready to break this person's heart in the name of religion, especially after everything she's done for me. I have a lot of tattoos, including visible ones on my face, neck, throat, hands, and fingers. No matter how religious I may be in the future, I have no intention of lasering any of them, for many reasons. Among them, all the tattoos have deep meanings for me and have become part of who I am. Also, lasering doesn't work 100% and takes years of countless painful sessions to just get a 95% result. Not to mention extreme costs. But to be honest, even if lasering would be quick, painless, and cheap, I wouldn't do it for the first reason. In many ways, people may see me as a spiritually lost cause, but I believe that God has a plan for each and every one of us, and my plan is just not a standard one. I'm trying to do the best I can with what I've got. The moral of the story is that it doesn't always have to be all or nothing. If I'd think that way, then I'd unfortunately have to choose nothing, because I can't handle the all. Sometimes you just have to do the little you can, and no matter how far you may have strayed, there's always hope. People looking at us may not understand, but God knows exactly what we're going through and overcoming, and I believe He will judge us fairly and mercifully in the end while taking all of our circumstances into consideration.

    • @harrygutwein6596
      @harrygutwein6596 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      The main thing to remember is that you are G-ods Child and he loves you more than you could ever love your only child. Whatever you do, you give him pleasure. So keep on doing the little you do, as long as you are connected to him.

  • @thefreedomvibes
    @thefreedomvibes 2 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    This strengthened my belief in The Almighty. I'm not jewish but Enlightenment comes in many forms. I'm at a cross roads in life. Thank you.
    Adam.

  • @trudyburstein116
    @trudyburstein116 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    You have succeeded to transcend all earthly obstacles that separate people and speak to the universal soul that we all share. That is a special skill that is a G-dly given blessing!

  • @hennyp8543
    @hennyp8543 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I was glued to my screen the entire time and didn't want it to end. You are so amazingly talented and utilizing it in the most productive way!

  • @lgilbert1192
    @lgilbert1192 2 ปีที่แล้ว +28

    LOVED IT! Especially how you are now inspiring a young generation of kids, this is definitely your calling and you are blessed to have been chosen for this most important task. In these times of growing anti-Semitism we need to find solace and comfort in faith in Hashem and connect with one another... Wishing you much continued success!!!!

  • @jacobsinger9021
    @jacobsinger9021 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Unreal. As a jew, and over the years struggling with finding, and believing in G-d, later in life, once having kids, I'm starting to find him more. After watching your film, it spoke to me, and it shines a different light on Judaism. A beautiful, modern, and enlightening narrative on judaism, orthodox and secular. Amazing!

  • @shinykim7432
    @shinykim7432 ปีที่แล้ว

    Truly a blessing to watch someone like Berel Solomon to have found God in his life and I can see how God has truly transformed his life and blessed him so much in his life... I have so much to learn from him. I was a Christian and left my religion to find true meanings of spirituality and the true meanings of faith and the truth of God. I think God has led me to watch this video today, something woke me inside me just now, and I think I'm compelled to find out more about God and his teachings through the book of Torah. God bless and thank you for this amazing movie.

  • @davidandelizabethbalarezo4575
    @davidandelizabethbalarezo4575 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thank you Berel, may God bless you in all aspects of your life! For soooo long I have been meandering in life, trying to figure it all out, and your video has truly brought to the forefront our need of our God, our Creator, and our Saviour. Thank you and God bless

    • @BerelSolomon520
      @BerelSolomon520 ปีที่แล้ว

      🤝..Tʜᴀɴᴋs Fᴏʀ Wᴀᴛᴄʜɪɴɢ..🤗👍
      sᴇɴᴅ ᴀ Tᴇxᴛ Oɴ WʜᴀᴛsAᴘᴘ Wɪᴛʜ ᴍʏ nᴜᴍʙᴇʀ±①③②⑤⑤①⑧⓪⑦②④

  • @BerelSolomon
    @BerelSolomon  2 ปีที่แล้ว +39

    Woohoo

    • @BrianCarmichael-ee3dw
      @BrianCarmichael-ee3dw 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      great job Berel! Amazing production value and a very important story

  • @katemcloughlin5272
    @katemcloughlin5272 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    l loved this Berel!!!!! l'm not Jewish, but your story resonated undoubtedly within....Thankyou!!! Love Ireland :)

  • @Mountainrock70
    @Mountainrock70 ปีที่แล้ว

    Berel, I just found your channel. Watching this I can relate. Im a Jew that was raised by my secular Jewish mother from New York. We did Chanukah and Christmas each year. She believed in HaShem but we never stepped foot in a synagogue. She would cook many Jewish dishes but sometime we would eat pork and shellfish while she would say we really weren’t supposed to lol…. I follow Orthodox now but I have a long way to go learning in my mid 50’s. I do not live near a Jewish community. Baruch HaShem

  • @nessben5729
    @nessben5729 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Beautiful message,,,,,,,,,, I am Orthodox Jewish and love the work you are doing to let Jewish to the roof....Continue delighting ! AM Yisrael Jai

  • @estherberrebi2112
    @estherberrebi2112 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Waow, what a story...Barouh HaShem you took your destiny in your hands, decided to fill your life with Torah, mitzvot, kindness, devotion ...You are truly blessed...From darkness to light, your story is a message of hope, trust....Thank you for sharing.

  • @binahsfira
    @binahsfira 2 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    Thank you for sharing. I have experienced so much of the same life style. It's so crazy to me how many Jewish people are clueless about Torah. I was denied this truth as a young person as well. Thanks to HaShem, now I know the truth. Judaism- living Torah is the most beautiful thing in the world!

  • @yaakovasimmypollock5908
    @yaakovasimmypollock5908 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    ישיר כח ברל!!
    May you and Eliana be blessed with nachas from your children and you both go from strength to strength. Keep up your fantastic Avodas ha Kodesh!!

  • @ahadevelopment6834
    @ahadevelopment6834 2 ปีที่แล้ว +26

    Amazing how berels parents are so loving and supporting. Really nice to see

    • @esterambalu6828
      @esterambalu6828 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Wow beautiful story 🤲🤲🤲

  • @yisroeleisen3235
    @yisroeleisen3235 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    בערל יקירי
    יישר כוחך על שיתוף סיפור חייך באופן כל כך רהוט ומקצועי.
    ברכותיי לכל משפחתך לרוות המון נחת יהודית חסידית מכל יוצאי חלציכם מתוך בריאות והצלחה בכל .

  • @avigayil5267
    @avigayil5267 2 ปีที่แล้ว +12

    being Jewish is something so beautiful and its wonderful to rediscover our roots and the meaning to life no matter what background someone is from

  • @basshevalaskey4500
    @basshevalaskey4500 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    The power of truth and of belief in oneself is so deep.
    I was deeply touched and inspired by your story , to never give in to failure and shame but to forge on!
    Thank you

  • @rivkahpardue9491
    @rivkahpardue9491 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thank you. I did not expect this to be such an emotional watch for me. I realized that for me being a BT has given me community and gratitude in such a wonderful way that I wouldn't have had otherwise. BH and thank you for sharing your story with us.

  • @jeaniedenton-smith1041
    @jeaniedenton-smith1041 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    WOW!!! What a story!! I was mesmerized!!! When you were putting on the Tefillin, I broke..
    I have a long story too. I'm searching..
    I've been studying Judaism for years. I am a pledged Noahide.

  • @leahmoskowitz3462
    @leahmoskowitz3462 2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Wow wow wow!!! This story was so incredible and completely melted my heart. I'm so happy you had your happy ending at last.
    Mazal tov to your son.

  • @PhilipEnglard
    @PhilipEnglard 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    KOL HAKAVOD! You should be proud of who you have become !

  • @charliethegreat
    @charliethegreat 2 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    WOW!!!! the attention to detail blew me away! I really appreciated the soundtracks especially the one when you went into the forest to talk to gd! 🤯🥺😀

  • @RabbiEliyahuCowen
    @RabbiEliyahuCowen 2 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    Wow! Very moving, thank you for sharing. It gives me strength and encouragement to redouble my efforts in my shlichus here in Humboldt, to find and be there for the the next Reb Berel.

  • @bsndjdkek
    @bsndjdkek 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    You should put this on Netflix. I think it would do very well. Great job on how you REALLY portrayed frum Jews!

  • @hannah_harel_art
    @hannah_harel_art 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    As a religous Jewish 22 year old, thank you for sharing your story which portrayes a beautiful side in our religeon so authentically - amongst popular Netflix series' which portray Judaism disrespectfully and twist what our religoen is about. I wish you and your wife many blessings!
    אתם קידוש השם!

  • @NITZOTZOTOHR26
    @NITZOTZOTOHR26 2 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Great Job Tzadik .
    Just Shared your amazing movie with about 2000 people.
    Thanks 👋

  • @Musical_Moments
    @Musical_Moments 2 ปีที่แล้ว +18

    Berel!
    I cannot thank you enough for this film!
    This project is so precious!
    Yashar Koach!
    May you have a ton of hatzlacha in everything you do!

  • @funnyunkle
    @funnyunkle 2 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    Thank You for sharing this story. Been following you for some time and this was long awaited.

  • @laurakay8244
    @laurakay8244 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Wow! Thank you for this!! Brought me to tears numerous times and touched my soul. May G-d bless you and your beautiful family in all ways!!

  • @user-ul9tg8wx8v
    @user-ul9tg8wx8v 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Berel, we need part two please. I never wanted for the documentary to end. You have charisma and using it well.

  • @koshernostra9310
    @koshernostra9310 2 ปีที่แล้ว +11

    Mazal tov from Germany!!!! Next step is Hollywood!!!

  • @CherylFehlberg
    @CherylFehlberg 2 ปีที่แล้ว +14

    Finally tonight I was able to take the time to relax, set everything up nicely, including connecting the iPad to the TV and watch Orthodoxed. What an achievement - your life and the movie Berel Solomon. Shkoyach. It is absolutely truly wonderful and such an absolute joy to watch the true side of Judaism. I was so moved it took probably 30 seconds in for me to be flooded in tears (joyful tears) from beginning to end. Thank you so much for showing our beautiful religion - Judaism, in such a beautiful light. Amongst all the wonderful things said in the movie my favourite quote I'm taking away is when you go to your father and say "I want to go to the Yeshiva” and your father reflects "We didn't know what the Yeshiva was, we thought it was a brain washing operation." You know what? Guess he's right - but brainwashing for the best! Kol hakavod and yasher koach for what you've been through and what you've done and achieved and continue to do.
    Do you know Berel Solomon yet? What??? You need to know the drug dealer to orthodox Berel. What can I tell you? This man is a mensch. Berel walked the road from dealer to Orthodoxy. This is Berel's response to all the anti religion regarding our beautiful special Judaism. Know our joy, please.

  • @rutbrea8796
    @rutbrea8796 11 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Thank you for sending me back this video, Baruch HaShem!!! It made me cry, deeply from the inside of my heart ❤️❣️!! I love you my dearest brother!!! Blessed is the ha kadosh baruch hoo!!!

  • @jakemtl1
    @jakemtl1 2 ปีที่แล้ว +22

    What a wonderful storytelling to experience. Being exposed to your life story told in such an honest and courageous fashion has added a perpetual light of hope and inspiration to meaningfully reflect upon. Y'K!

  • @ScottKIlb66
    @ScottKIlb66 2 ปีที่แล้ว +16

    This is a great testimony, Berel. Thanks to you and yours for making it known!

  • @TheTorahChannel
    @TheTorahChannel 2 ปีที่แล้ว +11

    Shkoyach Berel !

  • @jenniferbernamoff1755
    @jenniferbernamoff1755 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Just incredible!!!! I could watch it all over again!!!

  • @Orach.Chaim.Kyiv2024
    @Orach.Chaim.Kyiv2024 2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Wow! This is great! I work in the kiev Jewish Community and sent it to our students to watch. This is just awesome!!!!

  • @Geo98719
    @Geo98719 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Tremendous kiddush Hashem 🔥🙏🏼

  • @GregSchneider
    @GregSchneider 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Kol Hakvod Berel! I will be sharing this with my family and my parents and siblings.

  • @Hannashema
    @Hannashema ปีที่แล้ว +2

    OMG!! Hashem always is here to show us the right way to follow ... this documental is amazing😍😍😍

  • @Hamishtarah
    @Hamishtarah 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Probably the best video I have ever seen on TH-cam. From chapter 3 till the end, tears kept rolling down...
    Toda rabbal al video.

  • @mgee9543
    @mgee9543 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Berel , only know you from linkedin - really impressed with your journey in the video. Liked the difference between happiness not simply being enjoyment - instant gratification is not everything. Mazel tov on having such a complete life and living your path openly.

  • @gavrielh.shimunov808
    @gavrielh.shimunov808 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Netflix doesn’t deserve this! It definitely brought tears to my eyes. Very pure man.