A new episode has been released on the “Menorah” YouTube channel, featuring the Chief Rabbi of Dnipro, Shmuel Kaminezki, and his daughter, Sarah. It tackles a topic that concerns practically everyone: how to preserve love, respect, and a vibrant connection in marriage for many years.
In this discussion, the Rabbi reflects on why relationships are ruined not by loud arguments or crises, but by quiet routine, devaluation, and the habit of comparing one’s partner to others. The creators of the episode invite viewers to look at family conflicts in a new light, explaining why disputes and emotions themselves are not dangerous, while cold indifference can become a real “silent killer” of a relationship.
A special place in the episode is given to an honest conversation about everyday things that accumulate and gradually destroy a partnership: phrases like “I told you so,” criticism instead of dialogue, the inability to praise properly and talk about irritating little things—from socks and snoring to daily habits. The conversation touches on topics of jealousy, family finances, mutual respect, and the influence of the blessing under the chuppah on the relationship between husband and wife. The Rabbi brings the views of the Rambam and explains how spousal honor and responsibility towards each other are understood in Jewish tradition.
This episode will be interesting to anyone thinking about marriage, already in a relationship, or wanting to understand how to preserve closeness without losing oneself or destroying one’s partner.
Watch the new episode on the “Menorah” YouTube channel and share in the comments which thoughts resonated with you the most.
