Podcasts about Oral Torah

Laws, statutes, and legal interpretations that were not recorded in the Written Torah

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The Shema Podcast for the Perplexed
Why Do Christians Detest the Oral Torah with Rabbi Tovia Singer

The Shema Podcast for the Perplexed

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 30, 2025 46:52


In this thought-provoking episode, Rabbi Tovia Singer returns to unpack the deep-rooted Christian animosity toward the Oral Torah. From burning Talmudic texts to rejecting the Jewish calendar, Rabbi Singer explores the historical and theological reasons why Church leaders came to see the Oral Law as a threat. He explains how early Christians relied on the Oral Torah, even citing it in the New Testament, and how later Church doctrine turned against it. The discussion delves into missionary tactics, Jewish identity, the development of Christian theology, and how the Oral Torah continues to safeguard Jewish continuity. A vital episode for anyone seeking to understand the enduring power of our Talmud and how it defends against spiritual assimilation.Join the Conversation! Be part of our growing community—join the Shema Podcast for the Perplexed WhatsApp group to share feedback, discuss episodes, and suggest future topics. Click here to sign up.

Finding Hyer Ground
Who Is A Jew? - "The Lies We Tell Ourselves - Part II" by Dr Eitan Bar and Presented by Gadi Hyer

Finding Hyer Ground

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 25, 2025 115:23


Disclaimer: Any views or opinions presented in this podcast are personal and belong to the content creator. Any views or opinions are not intended to malign any religion, ethnic group, club, organization, company or individual. Disclaimer: The passage of Scripture read out loud in the beginning of each podcast episode will be in Hebrew followed by the direct translation in English from the Complete Jewish Study Bible. To my dear listeners believers and non believers alike, SHALOM!שלום My apologies for being away from you for so long! I won't bore you to death with stories of my absence yet I will state that life had seriously got in the way (I had lost my job) and so my focus has been on all the drama and necessity of finding new employment, reluctantly. To be frank, I would rather wait a while longer until I have all my notes laid out properly rather than rush into things. After all, Messiah Yeshua deserves my very best. I also had a time to reflect and digest what I've discovered in regards to the origins of Rabbinical Judaism and specifically what Maimonides had written about those Jews who don't believe in the so-called Divine authority of their Oral Torah which later becomes the Talmud. It was shocking, to be sure and to say the least! I thought I was surely reading something out of fanatic, fundamentalist Islam, not Judaism! The words of Maimonides are a direct slap in the face to the Divine commandment "Love your neighbor as you love yourself!"! Abhorrent behavior! Now I understand why Jews behave in such an ugly way towards non-Jews; their very rabbis and sages justify such ugly behavior! Murder of non Jews is justified, according to Maimonides! How is this any different from the evil of the Quran which calls for the murder of infidel "Kafir" who doesn't believe in Muhammad or Islam?! It's NOT any different. In fact, it's the very same evil, just with a different face. But it doesn't stop there, my dear listeners! Oh no, the perversion of Judaism goes even further as you will soon find out in my next, upcoming episode. I will be sharing from Dr. Eitan Bar's book "Why Don't Jews Believe In Jesus", continuing from exactly where I had left off at the end of Episode XXIX. We will be exploring the further distortion of Rabbinical Judaism and how it split into two ethnic groups (Ashkenaz vs Sefardic) with two separate approaches to the Talmud (Hassidism vs Kabbalism) and also we will discover how Rabbinical Judaism had absorbed pagan rituals (!) throughout the centuries, making it practically unrecognizable from its original Biblical form. In fact, most of the traditions that I had grown up with (Kadish, Lighting candles on Shabbat, to name a few) as a Rabbinical Jew are rooted in paganism! There will be a supplemental podcast that will follow Episode Thirty that will touch upon two major theological objections to Yeshua being The Messiah, the first one being the Trinity (Tri-Unity) which we will soon learn that it is actually a JEWISH concept, and the second one being the absence of an aforementioned world peace that is promised to accompany The Messiah when He arrives. It was just too much content for one podcast episode and I really didn't want to overwhelm you! All this leads up to the Second Reason why Jews don't believe in Jesus - Christian Antisemitism and the evil doctrine of Replacement Theology - a topic I've already touched on lightly in a previous podcast. This will be the subject of Episode XXXI of #FindingHyerGround. Stay tuned, stay blessed and stay in the Presence of Messiah Yeshua! Blessings to you and Shalom!שלום https://a.co/d/1Zpbdbg https://venmo.com/code?user_id=2504642986508288310&created=1745593916

The Hidden Orchard Podcast
Proofs of Oral Torah: Origins of The Daniel Plan

The Hidden Orchard Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 30, 2025 9:44


In this episode, we'll explore a deeper insight into Daniel's dietary problems in Babylon and the origins of his solution. Did Daniel rely on the principles of "Biblically Kosher" to navigate the food issues in Babylon, or was he tapped into the Jewish Oral Torah, even in his time?   For more info, visit: https://www.thehiddenorchard.com/proofs-of-oral-torah-origins-of-the-daniel-plan/   In this series, we're challenging the assumption that an oral tradition—specifically, the Jewish oral tradition—is irrelevant to Biblical understanding and application. visit the website for more.

All Rabbi Yaakov Wolbe Podcasts
TORAH 101: World of Souls + 2025 TORCH Fundraiser

All Rabbi Yaakov Wolbe Podcasts

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 10, 2025 46:14


Please support the TORAH 101 Podcasts by donating to our annual fundraiser at giveTORCH.orgThis is our only annual fundraiser.Every donation is DOUBLED!Support the TORCH Podcasts by visiting giveTORCH.org right now and making a generous donation!This is the LINK for the Fundraiser.– – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – –Why do bad things happen to good people? What role does Oral Torah play in Jewish life? Why did the Almighty create two worlds, the world of the bodies and the world of the souls? What is the difference between today and the days of Messiah? These are just some of the questions that are raised in the third and final installment on the introduction of the Sefer HaChinuch in this edition of the TORAH 101 Podcast.– – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – –DONATE to TORCH: Please consider supporting the podcasts by making a donation to help fund our Jewish outreach and educational efforts at https://www.torchweb.org/support.php. Thank you!– – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – –Email me with questions, comments, and feedback: rabbiwolbe@gmail.com– – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – –SUBSCRIBE to my Newsletterrabbiwolbe.com/newsletter– – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – –SUBSCRIBE to Rabbi Yaakov Wolbe's PodcastsThe Parsha PodcastThe Jewish History PodcastThe Mitzvah Podcast This Jewish LifeThe Ethics PodcastTORAH 101 ★ Support this podcast ★

Finding Hyer Ground
Episode XXIX - "The Lies We Tell Ourselves" from the Book 'Why Don't Jews Believe In Jesus' By Dr. Eitan Bar & Presented by Gadi Hyer

Finding Hyer Ground

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 16, 2025 121:03


Disclaimer: Any views or opinions presented in this podcast are personal and belong to the content creator. Any views or opinions are not intended to malign any religion, ethnic group, club, organization, company or individual. Disclaimer: The passage of Scripture read out loud in the beginning of each podcast episode will be in Hebrew followed by the direct translation in English from the Complete Jewish Study Bible. Come listen to something different!Shalom Aleikhem, my dear listeners! Welcome back to yet another blog from your humble servant, the manic messianic!Praise ADONAI, #FindingHyerGround has now reached 35 countries around the world including Algeria , South Korea and now Slovakia ! Buckle up, because this next podcast is one Heaven of a ride!In this Episode XXIX, I give a brief summary of the true Crucifixion-Resurrection timeline, I share my thoughts on Christmas and the presidential elections (I absolutely DO have an opinion on this!) and you will, most importantly, discover together with me why Yeshua is 'the best kept secret in Judaism', we will reveal the falsehood and manipulation of the Pharisees after the destruction of the Second Temple and the origins of the Oral Torah specifically and Rabbinic Judaism as a whole and also what happened to the Judaism of the Bible and why is it so different from the Judaism we have today?I've been invited to speak on Dr. Douglas Hamp's Prophecy Roundtable Discussion Group on YouTube and the link is provided below!Also you can acquire a copy of Dr. Eitan Bar's book 'Why Don't Jews Believe In Jesus?' on Amazon and the link is right here!I do hope that this podcast blesses you all and expands your knowledge about Yeshua Jesus! Enjoy! https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0C9SDMC3Y?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share Dr. Doug Hamp's link  https://www.youtube.com/live/8aGAHqMREok?si=ErugCGcIDkEFLyUw

The Shema Podcast for the Perplexed
Development of the Oral Law with Rabbi Ken Spiro

The Shema Podcast for the Perplexed

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 15, 2025 80:14


In this episode, we delve into the fascinating journey of the Oral Torah with renowned scholar Rabbi Ken Spiro. Together, we trace the origins of the Oral Law at Mount Sinai, follow its transmission through generations, and explore its eventual codification in the Mishnah and Talmud. Discover the unbroken chain of tradition that keeps Jewish wisdom vibrant and enduring. This episode is a must-listen for anyone seeking clarity and inspiration from the timeless wisdom of the Torah.Join the conversation: Be part of our growing community! Join the Shema Podcast for the Perplexed WhatsApp Group to share feedback, discuss episodes, and suggest future topics. Click here to sign upSubscribe to Rabbi Ken Spiro's Podcast: Remember What's Next  Apple Podcast and Spotify PodcastBuy Rabbi Ken Spiro's book: Crash Course in Jewish History: From Abraham to Modern Israel.  Click here to purchase ★ Support this podcast ★

Bad Jew
What is The Zohar? with Rabbi Natan Halevy

Bad Jew

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 8, 2025 36:24


How familiar are you with Torah? It's an important question because a lot of people simply remember the grand journey Moses takes and how he leads the people to Israel, and boom! You have the Torah. But it's so much more. In fact, outside of the 5 books of Moses you have The Talmud and Kabbalah and you have Pirkei Avot and you have this thing called Oral Torah versus Written Torah. Somewhere within the wide scope of what's considered Torah, you'll come across this book and wonder what's so special about this guy named Zohar.  The mysteries and wisdom of The Zohar is well known and studied by Rabbi Natan Halevy. His precise and detailed work has been a lifetime achievement passed down from generation to generation within his family. Rabbi Halevy teaches Chaz Volk, host of Bad Jew, the depths, teachings, and relevance of this essential piece in Jewish literature.   00:00 Introduction 07:13 Oral Torah 10:04 Essential teachings 14:53 The power in reading 19:04 Zohar predicts cell phone addiction 22:30 Connection to Israel, Torah, and God deeply 24:39 Balancing study with life's responsibilities is challenging. 28:08 Alleviating depression, spreading holiness. 32:42 God's existence is fundamental 33:41 Practicing mystical teachings today About Rabbi Natan Halevy: I grew up in Los Angeles, and with my parents and siblings, attended Kahal Joseph where I had my Bar Mitzvah in 1994. As the child of Iraqi parents, I have a powerful sense of the strong culture and traditon I come from. In 2005 I received my Rabbinical ordination from Rabbi Yitchak Yaroslavsky at Yeshivat Tomchei Tmimim in Israel. I then served as an assistant Rabbi in Chabad of Great Neck, NY before I returned to Los Angeles in 2008. I love studying all facets of Torah—from the Bible to the Talmud to the inner parts of Torah. I also have knowledge of many other modalities and philosophies that I feel may support us as Jews and people in this modern day and age. My wife Bracha and our children – Yosef Hayim, Menucha, Menachem, Noam, and Shimon – are very happy to be working with the wonderful Kahal Joseph community. Contact Rabbi Natan Halevy: RabbiHaLevy@KahalJoseph.org IG @kahaljoseph SPECIAL THANKS TO THE SPONSOR OF THIS EPISODE: JEWISH BIG BROTHERS AND BIG SISTERS OF LOS ANGELES! Become a big today! JBBBSLA.org/mentorship Connect with Bad Jew:  BadJew.co https://linktr.ee/badjew BadJewPod@gmail.com Ig @BadJewPod TikTok @BadJewPod

Rav Pinson's Podcast
Chanukah: Overcoming Forgetfulness & Darkness. The Greeks vs. The Oral Torah.

Rav Pinson's Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 26, 2024 39:19


Chanukah: Overcoming Forgetfulness & Darkness. The Greeks vs. The Oral Torah. Rav Pinson הרב פינסאן שליט''אShiur - Lecture given at The IYYUN Kolel, in honor of the the Chanukah learning, 5780 /2019 --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ravpinsonpodcast/support

It Is Taught Tanya Podcast
Episode 359 - 22 Cheshvan (Leap Year) - The Power of the Woman

It Is Taught Tanya Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 22, 2024 21:17


In today's episode we discuss why the Oral Torah is referred to as "Mother", the study of which, in particular the laws contained therein, reveals the level of "Crown", which surrounds and is higher than the Written Torah, which is referred to as "Father"Iggeres HaKodesh, End of Epistle 29. Music by Shoshannah.   Follow us on:  Youtube, Facebook, Twitter, InstagramTo sponsor an episode or for any other inquiries, email: itistaught@gmail.com Support the show

Daily Tanya
Tanya for the 18th of Cheshvan י''ח חשון

Daily Tanya

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 11, 2024 7:53


The laws of the Oral Torah, are called the "Crown". As a woman is called the "crown" to her husband, so is the Oral Law to the Written Law.

The Q & A with Rabbi Breitowitz Podcast
Q&A: Sleeping in the Sukkah, Kvitels & Running Away

The Q & A with Rabbi Breitowitz Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 15, 2024 102:42


Dedication opportunities are available for episodes and series at  https://ohr.edu/donate/qa   Questions? Comments? podcasts@ohr.edu   Yeshivat Ohr Somayach located in the heart of Jerusalem, is an educational institution for young Jewish English-speaking men. We have a range of classes and programs designed for the intellectually curious and academically inclined - for those with no background in Jewish learning to those who are proficient in Gemara and other original source material. To find the perfect program for you, please visit our website https://ohr.edu/study_in_israel​ whatsapp us at https://bit.ly/OSREGISTER or call our placement specialist at 1-254-981-0133 today!   Subscribe to the Rabbi Breitowitz Q&A Podcast at https://plnk.to/rbq&a   Submit questions for the Q&A with Rabbi Breitowitz https://forms.gle/VCZSK3wQJJ4fSd3Q7   Subscribe to our YouTube Channel at https://www.youtube.com/c/OhrSomayach/videos   9 October 2024 00:00 - 7:06  Should I always tell someone that they're Jewish if they had not known? 7:07 - 12:30  What is the explanation of the Khazar people? 12:31 - 20:00  Why are Jews so successful in the world, yet having such a small population? 20:01 - 25:48  How do we know the passing down of the Oral Torah is legitimate? 25:49 - 30:40  How do we know the prophecies of the ‘new temple' refers to the Messianic Redemption, perhaps it was referring to The Second Temple? 30:41 - 37:30 Why is it so important to Daven to Hashem through the Nusach of the Siddur? 37:31 - 42:30 If my free will is restricted as a result of my sins, how can I be punished for decisions made beyond the point of restriction? Are any future sins the will of God? 42:31 - 47:05 If I have free will and everyone else has free will then how can there be divine providence? 47:06 - 50:22 What is the range of my free will? 50:23 - 56:10 Why don't Chabad sleep in the Sukkah? 56:11 - 01:00:00 Why do we continue to apply some Takanos of Chazal but not others? 01:00:01 - 01:05:22 What is the origin of having a party at age 13, a bar mitzvah? 01:05:23 - 01:08:00 Do we still practice Halitzah even if the woman has to wait many years to receive it? 01:08:01 - 01:11:00 How can I enjoy Gemara more? 01:11:01 - 01:14:55 How can we have faith in difficult times? 01:14:56 - 01:18:50 How do techiyas hamesim and olam haba work? 01:18:51 - 01:21:35 When I answer questions about Judaism should I answer truthfully or modify my answer to accommodate their beliefs? 01:21:36 - 01:23:54 What is the significance of a kvitel(prayer-note)? 01:23:55 - 01:29:30 The Mesilas Yesharim says teshuva can only work from chesed. How can it be that Hashem overlooks the reality of what happened? 01:29:31 - 01:32:22 Can we build the third temple without Gog uMagog etc? 01:32:23 - 01:36:25 What did the European Rabbis tell people to do before the holocaust in regard to fleeing to America? 01:36:26 - 01:39:00 Why are Drashos D'Oraissa if they were not commanded by God? 01:39:01 What is the Avodah of Yom Kippur and Shabbos?   You can listen to this and many other Ohr Somayach programs by downloading our app, on Apple and Google Play, ohr.edu and all major podcast platforms. Visit us @ https://ohr.edu  PRODUCED BY: CEDAR MEDIA STUDIOS  

The Motivation Congregation Podcast
THE HISTORY OF HALACHA AND THE IMPORTANCE OF HAVING A RABBI! A DISCUSSION WITH THE FAMOUS RABBI WALTER

The Motivation Congregation Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 19, 2024 72:37 Transcription Available


· What constitutes a halachic discussion?· How do we arrive at each conclusion?· Why is the process so complex?· Who may serve as a halachic authority?· When can one ask a second halachic opinion?Prepare to embark on an illuminating journey through the depth and breadth of Halacha with Rabbi Walter, the Rav of Woodside Synagogue Ahavas Torah, and the executive director of the Rabbinical Council of Greater Washington.Have you ever wondered about the intricate process of making halachic decisions? Rabbi Walter unpacks this complexity, shedding light on how context, compassion, and even financial considerations come into play.Dive deeper into the historical tapestry of Halacha as we trace its evolution from the Written Torah and Oral Torah through the pivotal eras of the Gaonim, Rishonim, and later Gedolei Rabbanim. Discover how the Sanhedrin and other Rabbinic authorities have shaped and maintained these laws, ensuring they remain a vital guide for daily life. The episode also highlights the significant contributions of halachic giants like the Rambam, Rif, Rosh, and Tur, offering a fascinating glimpse into their methodologies and enduring impact on Jewish legal scholarship.Finally, Rabbi Walter emphasizes the necessity of having a knowledgeable rabbi for personal guidance, especially in navigating the myriad nuances of Halacha. Through examples from the wisdom of the Chofetz Chaim and the Vilna Gaon, we explore why personal relationships with a rabbi are crucial for maintaining a cohesive and supportive Jewish community. This episode promises to inform and inspire, offering profound insights into the living tradition of Jewish law and leadership.CLICK HERE TO BUY RABBI WALTER'S BOOKS! Support the showJoin The Motivation Congregation WhatsApp community for daily motivational Torah content!Elevate your impact by becoming a TMC Emerald Donor! Your much-needed backing is crucial for our mission of disseminating the wisdom of the Torah. Join today for just $18.00 per month. (Use your maaser money!) https://buy.stripe.com/00g8xl5IT8dFcKc5ky---------------- SUBSCRIBE to The Weekly Parsha for an insightful weekly talk on the week's Parsha. Listen on Spotify or 24six! Access all Torah talks and listen to featured episodes on our website, themotivationcongregation.org ----------------Questions or Comments? Please email me @ michaelbrooke97@gmail.com

The Hidden Orchard Podcast
Proofs of Oral Torah: Jannes and Jambres, A Couple of Troublemakers from the Rabbinic Tradition

The Hidden Orchard Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 13, 2024 9:46


We explore the intriguing reference to Jannes and Jambres, and its implications, in Paul's second letter to Timothy (2 Timothy 3:8). These figures are notably absent from the Christian canonical Bible but appear throughout the Jewish midrashic and kabbalistic tradition.   For more information, visit: https://www.thehiddenorchard.com/proofs-or-oral-torah-jannes-and-jambres-a-couple-of-troublemakers/    

It Is Taught Tanya Podcast
Episode 256 - 8 Av (Leap Year) - How to Improve Your Posture

It Is Taught Tanya Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 12, 2024 23:50


In today's episode we discuss how learning the Oral Torah strengthens a person's faith in G-d. As part of this discussion, I lead the listeners through a short "Mountain Pose" meditation to experience the relationship between the Crown and the Core (Pelvis) both physically and spiritually.Iggeres HaKodesh, Middle of Epistle 1. Music by Shoshannah.   Follow us on:  Youtube, Facebook, Twitter, InstagramTo sponsor an episode or for any other inquiries, email: itistaught@gmail.com Support the Show.

The Rebbe’s advice
If you have an Israeli identity card and the right to vote, you must vote in Knesset elections.

The Rebbe’s advice

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 1, 2024 13:05


This benefits the community. Sometimes, a few votes can prevent or annul decrees. You end up supporting the government regardless. You should also study Chasidus, as it is part of the Oral Torah, which you should try to complete at least once. https://www.torahrecordings.com/rebbe/igroskodesh/011/010/3642

The Messianic Torah Observer
Operating in Set-Apart Community Relationship-Thoughts and Reflections on Torah Reading 142

The Messianic Torah Observer

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 27, 2024 50:53


In this 142nd Torah Reading discussion, we are taught how to operate in certain domestic relationships that include relating the taking of foreign war brides unto our selves, treatment of the firstborn son in a polygamous relationship, how to properly deal with unredeemable rebellious children, proper treatment of executed criminal remains, and the proper handling of lost property.

The Hidden Orchard Podcast
Proofs of Oral Torah: Haggai's Quiz

The Hidden Orchard Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 18, 2024 8:24


Though some may not be convinced of the validity of the Oral Torah, one way to illustrate the its vitality is through the exploration examples in the Biblical texts themselves that affirm its importance.    In this episode, we explore an overlooked passage that demonstrates the validity and vitality of the laws of purity.   For Notes, visit: https://www.thehiddenorchard.com/proofs-of-oral-torah-haggais-quiz/

The Daily Sicha - השיחה היומית
יום ועש"ק פ' אמור, ט' אייר, ה'תשפ"ד

The Daily Sicha - השיחה היומית

Play Episode Listen Later May 17, 2024 9:27


התוכן בסיום מסכת מגילה, לאחרי שמביאה הגמ' את דברי המשנה "וידבר משה את מועדי ה' אל בני ישראל, מצותן שיהיו קורין אותן כל אחד ואחד בזמנו", מסיימת הגמ': "ת"ר משה תיקן לישראל שיהיו שואלין ודורשין בענינו של יום, הלכות פסח בפסח, הלכות עצרת בעצרת, הלכות חג בחג" (שנוסף שבכל יו"ט צריכים לקרוא פסוקים בתושב"כ מעניני המועד, צריכים גם לדרוש בהלכות המועד בתושבע"פ). זה שלא נזכר כאן ר"ה ויוהכ"פ (שנימנו בפרשה שבסיומה הפסוק "וידבר משה וגו'") יובן עפ"י המובן משו"ע אדה"ז שהענין ד"שואלין ודורשין בהלכות הפסח קודם הפסח ל' יום וכו'" הוא כדי ללמוד את דיני החג, הן של ההכנות להחג והן של החג עצמו, משא"כ הענין ד"שואלין ודורשין . . הלכות פסח בפסח וכו'" הוא "בענינו של יום נס הנעשה בו ביום". אלא שמכיון שאוספים כבר את הציבור בשביל זה, מנצלים את ההזדמנות גם כדי לדרוש ולחזור עוה"פ על דיני החג. אבל בר"ה ויוהכ"פ אין ענין של נס שבשבילו יש לאסוף את הציבור (ואת דיני החג כבר למדו לפנ"ז). ב' חלקים משיחת פורים ה'תשכ"ה ל"הנחה פרטית" או התרגום ללה"ק של השיחה: https://thedailysicha.com/?date=17-05-2024 Synopsis The Mishna states, “‘And Moshe told the Jewish people the appointed festivals of Hashem' – the mitzvah is that they should read each one in its time.” On this the Gemara says: “Our Sages taught, Moshe enacted for the Jewish people that they should inquire and expound upon the laws of Pesach on Pesach, the laws of Shavuos on Shavuos, and the laws of Sukkos on Sukkos” (that is, in addition to the requirement to read from the Torah on each Yom Tov the verses in the Written Torah about that day, they must also expound upon the laws in the Oral Torah). The reason it doesn't mention Rosh Hashana and Yom Kippur here (although they, too, are mentioned in the passage upon which the law is based, “And Moshe told…”) can be understood from the Alter Rebbe's Shulchan Aruch, where he writes the requirement of “inquiring and expounding upon the laws of Pesach before Pesach for thirty days” etc. is in order to learn the laws of the holiday (including the preparations for the holiday as well as the laws of the holiday itself), in contrast to the requirement of “inquiring and expounding on Pesach” itself., which is about “the theme of the day—the miracle that happened on that day.” Just that since the community is already being gathered to expound upon the miracles (on Yom Tov itself), the opportunity is used to once again review the laws. But on Rosh Hashana and Yom Kippur there is no requirement to gather the community because there is no miracle of the day upon which to expound (and there is no need to gather the community to discuss the laws, which they have already learned during the previous thirty days).Two excerpts from sichah of Purim 5725 For a transcript in English of the Sicha: https://thedailysicha.com/?date=17-05-2024 לע"נ מרת מלכה רייזל בת הרה"ח ר' מרדכי דובער ע"ה ראזענפעלד ליום היארצייט שלה ט' אייר. ת.נ.צ.ב.ה.נדבת בנה הרב מנחם מענדל הכהן שי' ראזענפעלדלע”נ הרה"ח הרה"ת ר' דובער ע"ה יוניק ליום היארצייט שלו ט' אייר. ת.נ.צ.ב.ה.נדבת בנו ר' דוד שי' יוניק

Breakneck Through the Bible · Rabbi Bentzi Epstein
Ep. 1 - Unlocking the Secrets of the Bible: Breakneck Through the Bible

Breakneck Through the Bible · Rabbi Bentzi Epstein

Play Episode Listen Later May 10, 2024 66:26


There's more to the Bible than meets the eye. In this inaugural episode of the Breakneck Through the Bible Podcast, Rabbi Bentzi Epstein of TORCH Dallas has a fascinating conversation with Tom Levine explaining why the written Bible (or Torah) alone is insufficient without the accompanying Oral Law. Discover "God's fingerprints" that prove the divine origin of both the Written and Oral Torah. You'll learn:Why the Torah is meant to be understood on many levels for people of all agesThe story of how a challenge from Christian missionaries inspired the Breakneck seriesHow studying Torah can perfect your character and help you become more godlyWhy you can spend a lifetime studying the depths of Torah wisdomExamples of "God's fingerprints" - details in the Torah that only the Creator could knowWhether you're new to studying Torah or have been learning for years, this fascinating discussion will give you a deeper appreciation for the unity of the Written and Oral Law. Tune in to elevate your Torah study and uncover the infinite wisdom it contains.

5 Minutes of Torah
4/10/2024 - Shloimy Zelcer / Learning the written and oral Torah

5 Minutes of Torah

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 10, 2024 5:19


Send us a Text Message.Learning the written and oral Torah

Kabbalah: Daily Lessons | mp3 #kab_eng
Baal HaSulam. Shamati, 100. The Written Torah and the Oral Torah – 1 [2024-03-28]

Kabbalah: Daily Lessons | mp3 #kab_eng

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 28, 2024 62:47


Audio, eng_t_rav_2024-03-28_lesson_bs-shamati-100-tora-she-bichtav-1_n2_p1. Lesson_part :: Daily_lesson 2

Kabbalah: Daily Lessons | mp4 #kab_eng
Baal HaSulam. Shamati, 100. The Written Torah and the Oral Torah – 1 [2024-03-28]

Kabbalah: Daily Lessons | mp4 #kab_eng

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 28, 2024 62:47


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Daily Kabbalah Lesson (Audio)
28 Mar 24 11:16 UTC; Baal HaSulam. Shamati, 100. The Written Torah and the Oral Torah – 1

Daily Kabbalah Lesson (Audio)

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 28, 2024 62:47


Baal HaSulam. Shamati, 100. The Written Torah and the Oral Torah – 1

Kabbalah Media | mp3 #kab_eng
Baal HaSulam. Shamati, 100. The Written Torah and the Oral Torah – 1 [2024-03-28] #lesson

Kabbalah Media | mp3 #kab_eng

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 28, 2024 62:47


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Kabbalah Media | mp4 #kab_eng
Baal HaSulam. Shamati, 100. The Written Torah and the Oral Torah – 1 [2024-03-28] #lesson

Kabbalah Media | mp4 #kab_eng

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 28, 2024 62:47


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Rabbi Avi Harari
Megilat Esther: Merging The Written & Oral Torah

Rabbi Avi Harari

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 24, 2024 10:11


Megilat Esther: Merging The Written & Oral Torah by Rabbi Avi Harari

Restoration Seattle
What Did Jesus Say About the Sabbath?

Restoration Seattle

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 9, 2024 30:18


The Pharisees accused Yeshua of breaking the Sabbath in the First Century. They were developing their own system of interpretation of the Written Torah, which became known as the Oral Torah. The accusations had more to do with their own authority and man-made laws than the commandments of God. Let us show you what Jesus said about Shabbat and how He understood the significance of the seven-day cycle that he built into the fabric of creation.Link: https://restoration.subspla.sh/3tqjxyb#thehappyrabbi #seattle #jewish #messianic #restorationseattle #JewishinSeattle 

Restoration Seattle
What Did Jesus Say About the Sabbath?

Restoration Seattle

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 9, 2024 30:18


The Pharisees accused Yeshua of breaking the Sabbath in the First Century. They were developing their own system of interpretation of the Written Torah, which became known as the Oral Torah. The accusations had more to do with their own authority and man-made laws than the commandments of God. Let us show you what Jesus said about Shabbat and how He understood the significance of the seven-day cycle that he built into the fabric of creation.Link: https://restoration.subspla.sh/3tqjxyb#thehappyrabbi #seattle #jewish #messianic #restorationseattle #JewishinSeattle 

Vital Transformation
Tikkunei Zohar #178 | Tikkun 21 | Oral Torah

Vital Transformation

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 16, 2024 18:20


Tikkunei Zohar #178 | Tikkun 21 | Oral Torah by Eliyahu Jian

Vital Transformation
Tikkunei Zohar #177 | Tikkun 21 | Oral Torah

Vital Transformation

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 16, 2024 38:00


Tikkunei Zohar #177 | Tikkun 21 | Oral Torah by Eliyahu Jian

Vital Transformation
Tikkunei Zohar #178 | Tikkun 21 | Oral Torah

Vital Transformation

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 16, 2024 18:20


Tikkunei Zohar #178 | Tikkun 21 | Oral Torah by Eliyahu Jian

Vital Transformation
Tikkunei Zohar #177 | Tikkun 21 | Oral Torah

Vital Transformation

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 16, 2024 38:00


Tikkunei Zohar #177 | Tikkun 21 | Oral Torah by Eliyahu Jian

Restoration Seattle
The Goal of the Torah

Restoration Seattle

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 10, 2024 33:23


Paul had a realization long before the Oral Torah was codified. He understood that man-made rules are not Torah. While customs, traditions, guidelines, and rules are not inherently bad, they become problematic when people add their own man-made rules to God's commandments and treat them as equal to the Written Torah. Paul found that Messiah is the goal of the Torah and that Yeshua's words are given as Torah! Let us show you how in this weeks message!Link: https://restoration.subspla.sh/knvm4px#thehappyrabbi #seattle #jewish #messianic #restorationseattle #JewishinSeattle 

Restoration Seattle
The Goal of the Torah

Restoration Seattle

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 10, 2024 33:23


Paul had a realization long before the Oral Torah was codified. He understood that man-made rules are not Torah. While customs, traditions, guidelines, and rules are not inherently bad, they become problematic when people add their own man-made rules to God's commandments and treat them as equal to the Written Torah. Paul found that Messiah is the goal of the Torah and that Yeshua's words are given as Torah! Let us show you how in this weeks message!Link: https://restoration.subspla.sh/knvm4px#thehappyrabbi #seattle #jewish #messianic #restorationseattle #JewishinSeattle 

The Q & A with Rabbi Breitowitz Podcast
Q&A: Death Penalty, Minhagim & Pride Flags

The Q & A with Rabbi Breitowitz Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 6, 2024 107:27 Very Popular


Dedication opportunities are available for episodes and series at  https://ohr.edu/donate/qa   Questions? Comments? podcasts@ohr.edu   Yeshivat Ohr Somayach located in the heart of Jerusalem, is an educational institution for young Jewish English-speaking men. We have a range of classes and programs designed for the intellectually curious and academically inclined - for those with no background in Jewish learning to those who are proficient in Gemara and other original source material. To find the perfect program for you, please visit our website https://ohr.edu/study_in_israel​ whatsapp us at https://bit.ly/OSREGISTER or call our placement specialist at 1-254-981-0133 today!   Subscribe to the Rabbi Breitowitz Q&A Podcast at https://plnk.to/rbq&a   Submit questions for the Q&A with Rabbi Breitowitz https://forms.gle/VCZSK3wQJJ4fSd3Q7   Subscribe to our YouTube Channel at https://www.youtube.com/c/OhrSomayach/videos   00:00 Why are there varying numbers of remembrances in davening?   07:44 Should a religious Jew support a secular death penalty?   20:51 Is there a Torah source for keeping minhagim?   26:31 Are midrashic sources in verses just to cause a student to ask, and thereby learn the Oral Torah from his rabbi?   31:00 Is it permitted to listen to a recording of a woman singing?   43:08 Is there something inherently, spiritually inferior about mamzerim?   53:24 What is the proper middle ground between acting like a prince and separating from physicality?   58:30 Could a Syrian do an annulment of vows in order to marry a convert?   1:04:09 How can prophets receive money for their prophecies?   1:11:23 How is the word for cattle related to the word for morning?   1:16:35 How can one say that some numbers in the Tanakh are not exact?   1:22:47 If a restaurant that is open on Shabbos can't get a hechsher, why can a restaurant with a pride flag receive a hechsher?   1:27:20 Why don't mashgichim tell people what the berachos are?   1:28:43 Is use of the phrase "oh my G-d" a use of Hashem's name in vain?   1:29:58 How could a hashgacha decide to deny a restaurant if the food itself is kosher?   1:36:14 Why do some Rishonim and Acharonim spend time describing the final redemption if Chazal didn't describe it in detail?   1:40:07 How could two kosher witnesses validate a marriage that is forbidden from the Torah?   1:44:38 How does the Temple Institute understand Rashi's words about the Temple?   You can listen to this and many other Ohr Somayach programs by downloading our app, on Apple and Google Play, ohr.edu and all major podcast platforms. Visit us @ https://ohr.edu  PRODUCED BY: CEDAR MEDIA STUDIOS  

The Tanakh Podcast
Trei Assar: Hosea ch.8 - Exile and Torah

The Tanakh Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 15, 2024 9:13


Today we discuss the mysterious phrase 8:12 - 'אכתוב לו רובי תורתי כמו זר נחשבו' Either: "Though I write for him the great things of My Torah, they are reckoned a strange thing" Or the Midrash (Tanchuma Ki Tissa 34): "I write the majority of the Torah [but leave the Mishnah unwritten] so that the [Oral Torah] remains undecipherable [strange] to the Nations of the World.

The Church History Project
10. The Sadducees

The Church History Project

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 2, 2024 15:34


This episode provides background on the Sadducees, an elite group of priests and aristocrats who wielded power in Judea during Jesus' time. It covers their role in society, theological beliefs, political cooperation with Rome, and involvement in Jesus' trial. Episode Overview The Sadducees were a small but influential faction that controlled the Jerusalem Temple rituals and the Jewish high court. They rejected the Oral Torah and the afterlife, sparking conflict with the Pharisees. As wealthy elites, they partnered with Roman rulers to retain local power. They condemned Jesus to crucifixion to eliminate a threat to their authority. Discussion Questions Why is it important to understand the historical context Jesus lived in? What insights does it provide? What modern parallels do you see to the Sadducees' use of religion to secure power and status? How should followers of Jesus respond? How can prestige blind us from recognizing truth today? What practices help keep us focused on Christ above all else? For other questions and comments, feel free to reach out to Jared at thechurchhistoryproject@gmail.com. For more content, visit the podcast ⁠⁠website ⁠⁠or wherever you find your podcasts. To join The Church History Project Facebook group to engage in more discussion about released episodes and other fascinating nuggets of church history, you can visit the page ⁠⁠here⁠⁠. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/church-history-project/message

YUTORAH: R' Dr. Aaron Rakeffet-Rothkoff -- Recent Shiurim
The Recent Washington Demonstration. The Gaon of Vilna: How to Regard Him and Evaluate His Unique Importance. The Yeshivah Throughout History: Why it Was Crucial to the Survival of Torah, Especially the Oral Torah

YUTORAH: R' Dr. Aaron Rakeffet-Rothkoff -- Recent Shiurim

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 18, 2023 97:32


The Q & A with Rabbi Breitowitz Podcast
Q&A: Anti-Zionism, Neturei Karta & Yishmael (Updated)

The Q & A with Rabbi Breitowitz Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 18, 2023 94:24


Dedication opportunities are available for episodes and series at  https://ohr.edu/donate/qa   Questions? Comments? podcasts@ohr.edu   (Updated audio)  00:00 How do name changes work? 04:33 What are the differences between "mituvecha" and mituvah" and between "sim shalom" and "shalom rav"? 16:43 Why are there so many machlokos in the Oral Torah if Moshe was told only one version by God? 24:15 Why is there so much anti-Israel sentiment? 28:56 If God could have made ultimate pleasure, why bother making us? 34:54 Is there any truth to the claim that the Pashto are of the Lost Tribes? 41:08 Is a one-state solution morally wrong? 47:00 What is the definition of Jewish music, and can that include rap? 51:13 Why should Ishmael be rewarded for prayer if those prayers are directed to an incorrect conception of God? 54:02 What is the meaning of the blessings to Ishmael? 57:23 Did the Generation of the Dispersion really think the Tower of Babel would work? 1:00:27 Is there a reason a trustworthy, disciplined man should get an Internet filter? 1:02:57 What is the importance of humility and how might one be humble? 1:07:55 What exactly is Neturei Karta? 1:19:05 How has this war changed the Haredi opinion on the state? 1:26:43 How much caution should one take to turn the faucet to the cold side on Shabbos? 1:28:51 Why would Avraham marry Hagar if he had prophetic visions of other offspring? 1:32:49 How can one tell who is a Yaakov Jew and who is an Avraham Jew?    Yeshivat Ohr Somayach located in the heart of Jerusalem, is an educational institution for young Jewish English-speaking men. We have a range of classes and programs designed for the intellectually curious and academically inclined - for those with no background in Jewish learning to those who are proficient in Gemara and other original source material. To find the perfect program for you, please visit our website https://ohr.edu/study_in_israel​ whatsapp us at https://bit.ly/OSREGISTER or call our placement specialist at 1-254-981-0133 today!   Subscribe to the Rabbi Breitowitz Q&A Podcast at https://plnk.to/rbq&a   Submit questions for the Q&A with Rabbi Breitowitz https://forms.gle/VCZSK3wQJJ4fSd3Q7   Subscribe to our YouTube Channel at https://www.youtube.com/c/OhrSomayach/videos   You can listen to this and many other Ohr Somayach programs by downloading our app, on Apple and Google Play, ohr.edu and all major podcast platforms. Visit us @ https://ohr.edu  PRODUCED BY: CEDAR MEDIA STUDIOS  

It Is Taught Tanya Podcast
Episode 715 23 Cheshvan (Regular Year) - The Power of the Woman

It Is Taught Tanya Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 7, 2023 21:27


In today's episode we discuss why the Oral Torah is referred to as "Mother", the study of which, in particular the laws contained therein, reveals the level of "Crown", which surrounds and is higher than the Written Torah, which is referred to as "Father"Iggeres HaKodesh, End of Epistle 29.Music by Shoshannah.   Follow us on:  Youtube, Facebook, Twitter, InstagramTo sponsor an episode or for any other inquiries, email: itistaught@gmail.com Support the show

Parsha with Rabbi David Bibi
40 Days and 40 Nights, Written and Oral Torah

Parsha with Rabbi David Bibi

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 13, 2023 13:24


Two Messianic Jews
Jesus Did NOT Declare All Foods Clean | Messiah Conference 2023

Two Messianic Jews

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 21, 2023 31:17


At the Messianic Jewish Alliance of America (MJAA) Messiah Conference 2023, Jonathan gave a presentation addressing the standard interpretation of Mark 7.15–19. He presents three reasons why it is implausible that Jesus abrogated Israel's dietary laws and then offers a reading of the text that makes better sense of Jesus's argument in its Jewish context. Special thanks to Dr. Logan Williams for sharing his research with us on Mark 7.18–19 for this presentation! Dr. Williams won the 2022 Paul J. Achtemeier Award for New Testament scholarship for this paper and it will be published as an article in the peer-reviewed journal, New Testament Studies. ___________________________ You can also listen on our podcast: https://anchor.fm/two-messianic-jews Follow us on Social Media: Facebook Instagram If you are looking for a way to support us and gain early access to our content, you can become a monthly supporter here: We also have: PayPal ___________________________ Works cited: Daniel Boyarin, “Mark 7:1-23 – Finally,” in Taylor G. Petrey, et al., eds., Re-Making the World: Christianity and Categories – Essays in Honor of Karen L. King (Tübingen: Mohr Siebeck, 2019), 19–34. David Rudolph, "Jesus and the Food Laws: A Reassessment of Mark 7:19b," Evangelical Quarterly, 74 (2002): 291–311. Jodi Magness, “What's the Poop on Ancient Toilets and Toilet Habits?”, Near Eastern Archaeology 75 (2012): 80–87. Jonathan Klawans, Impurity and Sin in Ancient Judaism (New York: Oxford University Press, 2000). Logan Williams, "The Stomach Purifies All Foods: Jesus' Anatomical Argument in Mark 7.18–19." Society of Biblical Literature Annual Meeting. Denver, CO. November 2022. Matthew Thiessen, Jesus and the Forces of Death: The Gospels' Portrayal of Ritual Impurity Within First-Century Judaism (Grand Rapids: Baker Academic, 2020), 187–195. Shlomo Naeh, "Jesus, the Pharisees, and the Oral Torah", Te'udah 31 (2021): 229–248. Yair Furstenberg, “Defilement Penetrating the Body: A New Understanding of Contamination in Mark 7.15,” NTS 54 (2008): 176–200 ______________________ Music: https://www.bensound.com

It Is Taught Tanya Podcast
Episode 607 - 4 Av (Regular Year) - How to Improve Your Posture

It Is Taught Tanya Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 21, 2023 23:56


In today's episode we discuss how learning the Oral Torah strengthens a person's faith in G-d.As part of this discussion, I lead the listeners through a short "Mountain Pose" meditation to experience the relationship between the Crown and the Core (Pelvis) both physically and spiritually.Iggeres HaKodesh, Middle of Epistle 1.Music by Shoshannah.   Follow us on:  Youtube, Facebook, Twitter, InstagramTo sponsor an episode or for any other inquiries, email: itistaught@gmail.com Support the showSupport the show

Talking Talmud
Gittin 60: Writing Down the Torah (Or Not)

Talking Talmud

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 15, 2023 19:27


The people who lived in the Galil wanted to know if they could read from the Torah for public reading from a chumash (a scroll of only one of the 5 books of the Torah). Turns out, it wasn't an easy question. Plus, can a scroll of one parsha be written for the sake of teaching children? The answer depends on whether you think the Torah was given as a while or piecemeal. Plus, Queen Helene's sheet of gold with the parsha of Sotah on it, for the kohen. But what about writing down the Oral Torah? Also, a dispute between Rav and Shmuel - how to irrigate which field when? Plus, a story of Abaye's need for irrigation, and issues of the priority of water, and battles over water distribution.

Daf Yomi for Women - Hadran
Gittin 60 - Shabbat July 15, 26 Tamuz

Daf Yomi for Women - Hadran

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 14, 2023 43:26


What is the order for who receives aliyot to the Torah after the first two (kohen and levi)? Is one allowed to read from a parchment that includes only one book of the Torah?  Is one permitted to write sections of the Torah for children to learn? Can the Oral Torah be written down? Other laws are discussed that were instituted because of darkhei shalom, which relate to where to put the food for the eruv and laws of precedence regarding filling up wells from an irrigation channel.

New Books Network
Rebecca Scharbach Wollenberg, "The Closed Book: How the Rabbis Taught the Jews (Not) to Read the Bible" (Princeton UP, 2023)

New Books Network

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 8, 2023 42:05


Early Judaism is often described as the religion of the book par excellence—a movement built around the study of the Bible and steeped in a culture of sacred bookishness that evolved from an unrelenting focus on a canonical text.  But in The Closed Book: How the Rabbis Taught the Jews (Not) to Read the Bible (Princeton University Press, 2023), Dr. Rebecca Scharbach Wollenberg argues that Jews didn't truly embrace the biblical text until nearly a thousand years after the Bible was first canonized. She tells the story of the intervening centuries during which even rabbis seldom opened a Bible and many rabbinic authorities remained deeply ambivalent about the biblical text as a source of sacred knowledge. Dr. Wollenberg shows that, in place of the biblical text, early Jewish thinkers embraced a form of biblical revelation that has now largely disappeared from practice. Somewhere between the fixed transcripts of the biblical Written Torah and the fluid traditions of the rabbinic Oral Torah, a third category of revelation was imagined by these rabbinic thinkers. In this “third Torah,” memorized spoken formulas of the biblical tradition came to be envisioned as a distinct version of the biblical revelation. And it was believed that this living tradition of recitation passed down by human mouths, unbound by the limitations of written text, provided a fuller and more authentic witness to the scriptural revelation at Sinai. In this way, early rabbinic authorities were able to leverage the idea of biblical revelation while quarantining the biblical text itself from communal life. The result is a revealing reinterpretation of “the people of the book” before they became people of the book. This interview was conducted by Dr. Miranda Melcher whose doctoral work focused on post-conflict military integration, understanding treaty negotiation and implementation in civil war contexts, with qualitative analysis of the Angolan and Mozambican civil wars. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/new-books-network

New Books in Jewish Studies
Rebecca Scharbach Wollenberg, "The Closed Book: How the Rabbis Taught the Jews (Not) to Read the Bible" (Princeton UP, 2023)

New Books in Jewish Studies

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 8, 2023 42:05


Early Judaism is often described as the religion of the book par excellence—a movement built around the study of the Bible and steeped in a culture of sacred bookishness that evolved from an unrelenting focus on a canonical text.  But in The Closed Book: How the Rabbis Taught the Jews (Not) to Read the Bible (Princeton University Press, 2023), Dr. Rebecca Scharbach Wollenberg argues that Jews didn't truly embrace the biblical text until nearly a thousand years after the Bible was first canonized. She tells the story of the intervening centuries during which even rabbis seldom opened a Bible and many rabbinic authorities remained deeply ambivalent about the biblical text as a source of sacred knowledge. Dr. Wollenberg shows that, in place of the biblical text, early Jewish thinkers embraced a form of biblical revelation that has now largely disappeared from practice. Somewhere between the fixed transcripts of the biblical Written Torah and the fluid traditions of the rabbinic Oral Torah, a third category of revelation was imagined by these rabbinic thinkers. In this “third Torah,” memorized spoken formulas of the biblical tradition came to be envisioned as a distinct version of the biblical revelation. And it was believed that this living tradition of recitation passed down by human mouths, unbound by the limitations of written text, provided a fuller and more authentic witness to the scriptural revelation at Sinai. In this way, early rabbinic authorities were able to leverage the idea of biblical revelation while quarantining the biblical text itself from communal life. The result is a revealing reinterpretation of “the people of the book” before they became people of the book. This interview was conducted by Dr. Miranda Melcher whose doctoral work focused on post-conflict military integration, understanding treaty negotiation and implementation in civil war contexts, with qualitative analysis of the Angolan and Mozambican civil wars. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/jewish-studies