Podcasts about tanakh

Is the Holy Spirit an impersonal power, or God himself up close and personal? Walk verse by verse through 14 truths about the Holy Spirit in the Hebrew Bible and 28 more in the New Testament, and see how the Spirit empowers, teaches, guides, speaks, and can even be grieved, lied to, and resisted. You'll come away with a clear biblical case for the Spirit's personhood, drawn from the Tanakh first and then expanded in the New Covenant writings. Then ask yourself the closing question: are you living in the fullness of the Spirit? Note: With reference to Ezekiel 11:5, the Hebrew indicates that the Spirit (feminine) fell upon Ezekiel, and the Lord (masculine) told him to declare. When Dr. Brown explained that the one who told Ezekiel to speak was the Spirit, he meant that the text clearly indicated this was the result of the Spirit coming on the prophet. In other words, in this way, the Lord told Ezekiel to speak – by the Spirit. ~~~FRONTL|NE Newsletter: https://thelineoffire.org/newsletterDonate: https://thelineoffire.org/donate-one-timeX: https://twitter.com/DrMichaelLBrownYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@LFTVInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/drmichaelbrownFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/ASKDrBrownWebsite: https://thelineoffire.orgRadio Broadcast from The Line of Fire Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

CheckoutThe God Centered Concept Academy Training Community to learn what growth in Christ ishttps://api.tuvu.com/redirectGroup/6a2ac0e2c9f728027338244cCheck out this link to view Kingdom Cross Roads on TV.https://jesussaid.tv/?affiliate=tswright_gccTo get a copy of our new book "Embracing the Truth" or to have TS Wright speak at your event or conference or if you simply want spiritual or life coaching or just a consultation visit:www.tswrightspeaks.comVisit our website to learn more about The God Centered Concept. The God Centered Concept is designed to bring real discipleship and spreading the Gospel to help spark the Great Harvest, a revival in this generation.www.godcenteredconcept.comKingdom Cross Roads Podcast is a part of The God Centered Concept.Does the Old Testament foreshadow the coming of Jesus Christ?In this episode of Kingdom Cross Roads Podcast, T.S. Wright welcomes author and Bible teacher Mark Stouffer for a thoughtful examination of the Tanakh, Messianic prophecy, and God's unfolding plan to rescue humanity.Mark begins by sharing his personal testimony. While studying engineering at Ohio State, he repeatedly felt God drawing him—but believed he was too busy to respond. After graduation left him without a job and with plenty of time, God met him in a powerful and unmistakable way. That encounter led Mark to the Bible, faith in Jesus Christ, and more than four decades of biblical study and teaching.Mark also introduces his four-volume series, The Loving-kindness of G-d, written for Jewish readers seeking the truth about Jesus and Christians wanting a deeper understanding of the Hebrew Scriptures.TS and Mark discuss:• How the Hebrew word hesed reveals God's unfailing love, kindness, and grace• The Day of Atonement and the meaning of sacrificial blood• How the Torah's sacrificial system may foreshadow Christ's death on the cross• The holiness of God and the seriousness of humanity's sin• Why spiritual rebirth is necessary• God's rescue plan from Genesis through the return of Christ• The promise that Eve's descendant would crush the serpent• Israel's calling to reveal the one true God to the nations• Jonah, Nineveh, and God's love for the Gentiles• Messianic prophecy and whether Jesus fulfills the Tanakh's description of the Messiah• Lessons from Jewish history and nearly two thousand years of Church historyMark's books include:• Hesed: Does the Tanakh Foreshadow Jesus?• The Mashiah: A Study of the Messianic Prophecies• The Esa: G-d's Rescue Plan for Humanity• The Tanakh: Its Unusual EndingLearn more about Mark Stouffer and his books at:https://lovingkindnessofadonai.comCALL TO ACTIONListen now and discover how the Tanakh, the sacrificial system, and Messianic prophecy illuminate God's plan of redemption through Jesus Christ.After listening, follow Kingdom Cross Roads Podcast, share this episode with someone who loves biblical history or prophecy, and leave a review to help more people discover the program.Go forth in total surrender to the One who owns and reigns over all creation—and let the great harvest begin!KEYWORDSMark Stouffer, Kingdom Cross Roads Podcast, TS Wright, T.S. Wright, Hesed, The Mashiah, The Esa, Tanakh, Hebrew Bible, Old Testament, Jesus in the Old Testament, Messianic prophecy, Messiah, Jesus Christ, biblical prophecy, Bible study, Christian podcast, Christian author, Jewish roots of Christianity, sacrificial system, Day of Atonement, Yom Kippur, atonement, lovingkindness of God, God's rescue plan, salvation, born again, Jonah and Nineveh, Jews and Gentiles, Church history, biblical history

What happens when a nation substitutes genuine spiritual alignment with mechanical, "magic box" religion? In this episode on Shmuel I, Chapter 4, we dive straight into one of the darkest, most pivotal chapters in Tanakh: the total collapse at Even HaEzer.After losing 4,000 soldiers in an initial clash with the Philistines, Israel's elders ask the right question—why did we lose?—but jump to the worst possible answer. Instead of seeking Shmuel's direction or engaging in introspection, they decide to drag the Ark of the Covenant onto the battlefield, treating the throne of God like a divine cheat code to force His hand.Key moments unpacked in this episode:The Magic Jew Box Fallacy: Why bringing the Ark to the front lines backfired, and how mechanical ritual differs from true relationship with Hashem.Behind Enemy Lines: The Philistines' pagan panic over the "mighty gods" of Egypt turning into a raw, survivalist battle cry: "Be men, Philistines!"The "Flishtim" Linguistic Shift: Textual ironies in the Hebrew that reveal why Israel was crushed—not because their enemy was invincible, but because God withdrew His backing.The Secret Marathon: The Midrashic layer behind the runner from Benjamin (Shaul) snatching the tablets from Goliath to save the "power pack."The Fall of the House of Eli: The avalanche of tragedy as 30,000 soldiers fall, the Ark is captured, Eli breaks his neck, and a dying mother gives birth to Ichabod (I-chavod)—sealing the end of the Shiloh era.A deep, narrative-driven breakdown of dramatic irony, national psychology, and the stark lesson that God will let His own symbols fall into enemy hands before He lets His people treat Him like a magic charm.

Paul's letters were written decades after Yeshua's ascension, yet they constantly reference the Tanakh—the only Scriptures the early believers had. This clip explains why Paul's use of Old Testament context, feast days, and references like Yom Kippur shows that the early church was expected to understand and live within the framework of God's appointed times.Full message available here https://open.spotify.com/episode/26QbzxTYpPBYG4MKNNsZ3j?si=9QABeMTDSJWId0V284dhhQPaul's letters, New Testament, Old Testament, Tanakh, Yeshua, early church, first century believers, Scripture context, Torah, law not done away, Feast of Unleavened Bread, Yom Kippur, Book of Acts, appointed times, biblical feast days, biblical history, Christian roots, Hebrew roots, apostolic writings, biblical interpretation

What if the most powerful religious leader in ancient Judah was the king's mother? Sister Heather Farrell walks us through 2 Chronicles and the queen mother whose name the record keeps even when it forgets everything else, and makes the case that the covenants have always traveled through the household and through family stories far messier than we'd like to admit.SHOW NOTES/TRANSCRIPTSEnglish: https://tinyurl.com/podcastOT230ENFrench: https://tinyurl.com/podcastOT230FRGerman: https://tinyurl.com/podcastOT230DEPortuguese: https://tinyurl.com/podcastOT230PTSpanish: https://tinyurl.com/podcastOT230ESYOUTUBE: https://youtu.be/00ytqfvXE48ALL EPISODES/SHOW NOTESfollowHIM website: https://www.followHIMpodcast.comFREE PDF DOWNLOADS OF followHIM QUOTE BOOKSNew Testament: https://tinyurl.com/PodcastNTBookOld Testament: https://tinyurl.com/PodcastOTBookBook of Mormon: https://tinyurl.com/PodcastBMBook WEEKLY NEWSLETTERhttps://tinyurl.com/followHIMnewsletter SOCIAL MEDIAInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/followHIMpodcastFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/followhimpodcastTIMECODE0:00 - Part 1 - Sister Heather Farrell1:15 Why would anyone love Chronicles?2:51 “Our eyes are upon thee”4:01 Bio6:40 Come, Follow Me Manual7:49 Chronicles 101: one book, not two (and its two obsessions)9:50 Hebrew Bible, Tanakh, and Torah10:55 The Chronicler as Mormon13:04 Egypt, Assyria, Babylon, Persia–4 ways to conquer a people16:28 The last verse in the Hebrew Bible is about the temple17:47 Dolly, Mary, and a messy line22:23 Why do Kings and Chronicles tell the same stories?24:24 Solomon built two houses26:36 The Nauvoo parallel28:13 God accepts the dedication31:03 The verse that became a song33:33 The second covenant35:43 Official religion vs. household religion38:30 Easter happens at home (why we need fridge magnets)40:40 Asa tears down the high places and groves43:18 Asherah and why she is NOT our Heavenly Mother46:35 Asa's prayer48:20 Worthiness to ask for a miracle50:38 Spiritual storehouses (like grain but better)53:03 The hard verse is descriptive not prescriptive55:21 Asa's mistake58:13 The gebirah–the King's mother1:00:13 Bathsheba and why Kings always names the mother1:02:39 Covenant power that transfers through a woman1:05:13 A dynasty that runs on worthiness, not just blood1:06:12 Jumping Jehoshaphat1:08:37 “There is yet one man … but I hate him”1:09:47 End of Part 1 – Sister Heather FarrellThanks to the followHIM team:Steve & Shannon Sorensen: Cofounder, Executive Producer, SponsorDavid & Verla Sorensen: SponsorsDr. Hank Smith: Co-hostJohn Bytheway: Co-hostDavid Perry: ProducerKyle Nelson: Marketing, SponsorLisa Spice: Client Relations, Editor, Show NotesWill Stoughton: Video EditorKrystal Roberts: Translation Team, English & French Transcripts, WebsiteAriel Cuadra: Spanish TranscriptsAmelia Kabwika: Portuguese TranscriptsHeather Barlow: Communications DirectorSydney Smith: Social Media, Graphic Design "Let Zion in Her Beauty Rise" by Marshall McDonaldhttps://www.marshallmcdonaldmusic.com

From the ancient words of the Torah to the modern frontlines, a hidden shift is taking place that will redefine what it means to be an Israeli. Is the Haredi draft crisis really about military service—or about the future of the Jewish people? As Israel struggles with one of its most divisive public debates, Geoffrey Stern sits down with Rabbi Yehoshua Pfeffer—founder of the Iyun Institute, editor of Tzarich Iyun, and one of the leading intellectual voices emerging from within the Haredi community—for a thoughtful and surprisingly hopeful conversation. Key Takeaways Brotherhood Before Politics Moses doesn't ask, "Who should be drafted?" He asks, "Shall your brothers go to war while you remain here?" The Torah frames the issue not as one of politics or legal rights, but of achdut—brotherhood, shared destiny, and mutual responsibility. A Quiet Revolution Is Already Underway Behind the headlines, profound changes are taking place within Haredi society. Rabbi Yehoshua Pfeffer argues that a new generation is rediscovering Tanach, engaging questions of citizenship and public responsibility, and seeking ways to integrate Torah values with participation in the life and defense of the Jewish State. Judaism Is Ultimately a Religion of Hope Despite the tensions surrounding the draft, Rabbi Pfeffer remains remarkably optimistic. Like the tribes of Reuben and Gad, both Israeli society and the Haredi community are still evolving. The future will not be shaped by slogans or coercion, but by honest conversation, mutual respect, and a renewed commitment to seeing one another as brothers. Timestamps [00:00] Meet Rabbi Pfeffer [01:32] Parsha Sets the Stage [02:40] Draft Law Update [05:53] Achichem in War [07:20] Meraglim and Courage [09:38] Incubation and Tension [15:44] Sponsor Break [16:47] Israel and Haredim Evolve [23:39] Back to Tanakh [29:02] Brotherhood After Oct 7 [36:08] What Tzorich Iyun Does [40:45] Hope and Closing Links & Learnings Sign up for free and get more from our weekly newsletter https://madlik.com/ Sefaria Source Sheet: https://voices.sefaria.org/sheets/737810 Transcript here: https://madlik.substack.com/ Yehoshua Pfesser Website: https://iyun.org.il/en/

When Sha'ul lists the fruit of the Ruach in Galatians 5, we often read it as something new, a gift of the Brit Chadashah laid over an old law. But look closer. Every fruit he names, love, joy, peace, longsuffering, and the rest, is already sung over Israel in the Torah and the Prophets, long before Galatians was written. This teaching traces all nine fruit from their Greek words back through the Septuagint to their Hebrew roots, and finds each one waiting in the Tanakh. Ahavah. Shalom. Emunah. The fruit of the Ruach turns out to be the oldest harvest of all, the very character of Yahweh Himself. We begin where Scripture does, with the fruit of our lips, and we follow the seed from the soil of the heart to the vine. For Yeshua, the Living Torah, bore this fruit without one defiled seed, and He reproduces it in every branch that abides in Him. "Against such things there is no Torah." Come and see why. The fruit was here all along. We explore the spiritual metaphor of "bearing fruit" from a Hebraic perspective, connecting New Testament teachings back to their Old Testament roots. The core message is that individuals are meant to produce good fruit—representing their character, actions, and impact—which stems from a genuine relationship with God rather than a mere pursuit of knowledge. Jones emphasizes that producing fruit is a process requiring time, care, and abiding in Yeshua (the vine), which means living according to Yahweh's Word (Torah). He distinguishes between good fruit reflecting the Father's character and bad fruit stemming from the "works of the flesh," such as division and contentious behavior. The lectures methodically examine various types of fruit, including the "fruit of our lips" (the power of words) and the "fruit of the Spirit." The fruit of the Spirit is presented as one singular fruit with multiple facets—love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, meekness, and self-control—all of which are attributes of Yahweh found throughout the Hebrew Scriptures. Jones refutes the idea that walking in the Spirit is contradictory to the Torah, arguing instead that the "carnal mind" is defined by its refusal to submit to God's law. He posits that God gives His Spirit to empower obedience, write the Torah on believers' hearts, and produce righteousness. The overall message is a call to repentance, cultivating a life that yields positive, life-giving fruit, walking as children of light, and living as a set-apart (holy) people through the transformative power of the Spirit. Knowledge Points 1. The Principle of Bearing Fruit Producing Fruit as a Life Purpose: The lecture introduces the concept that people are meant to produce and bear fruit in their lives. This is a process analogous to spiritual growth, where the "seed" of the Word takes time to mature and may require "tending to," such as pruning (correction). The Purpose and Perpetuation of Fruit: The principle of bearing fruit is a consistent scriptural theme. Good fruit is not just for one's own benefit but to give to others. Fruit contains seeds, illustrating the idea of perpetuating good and spreading the "heart of the Father." The Nature of Good Fruit: The type of fruit one bears reflects whether they are pursuing the Father's character. Bearing the Father's fruit means showing His character and personality. Good fruit is desirable, while bad fruit is not. Fruit Grows, Not Manufactured: Fruit is the result of a process; it begins with a seed and requires time to mature. Good seed is the start of good fruit; bad or mixed seed yields defiled or poor fruit. 2. The Source and Purity of Spiritual Fruit The Two Trees: Life vs. Knowledge: Referencing the Garden of Eden, the lecture questions whether our pursuit is of a relationship with the Father (Tree of Life) or merely knowledge about Him (Tree of the Knowledge of Good and Evil). True pursuit of Him gives birth to knowledge from a relationship. Guarding Seed and Avoiding Mixture: Deuteronomy 22:9 is cited to illustrate the principle of purity: "You shall not sow your vineyard with two kinds of seed; lest all the fruit be defiled." This principle protects the purity of offerings to Yahweh. Firstfruits Given to Yahweh: The first and best of the harvest was given to God. If the firstfruits were pure, the rest of the crop was sanctified. This principle applies to offerings and even income, as God desires integrity (Deuteronomy 23:18, Malachi 1:11). Good Ground, Watering, and Hospitable Hearts: Citing Matthew 13:23, the lecture emphasizes that good ground receives the Word, understands it, and bears fruit. Believers must cultivate hospitable hearts, "water" the seed with the Word, and trust God for the harvest. 3. The Fruit of the Lips: The Power of Words The Power and Consequence of Words: Proverbs 18:20-21 teaches that a person is filled by the "fruit of his mouth" and will experience the consequences of their words, as the tongue holds the power of life and death. Speaking Words of Life: Referencing Hebrews 13:15 and Isaiah 57:19, the lecture encourages speaking words of life, peace, and hope. Words have the potential to bring healing or cause lifelong struggles (Proverbs 12:18-20). Repentance as Words and Offerings: Hosea 14:1-2 frames repentance as "taking words with you" and offering the "bulls of our lips." This connects speech to sacrificial offerings, emphasizing that our words should produce good fruit. Weighing Words and Fulfilling Vows: Ecclesiastes advises letting words be few and considered. Yeshua's teaching to let one's "yes" be yes and "no" be no is presented as a principle of integrity reflecting the Father's heart. 4. Fruit of the Spirit vs. Works of the Flesh A Tree is Known by its Fruit: Luke 6:43-44 is cited: a good tree produces good fruit, and a rotten tree produces rotten fruit. The Works of the Flesh Defined: Galatians 5:19-21 lists deeds such as sexual immorality, strife, jealousy, outbursts of anger, rivalries, divisions, and heresies. Those who practice such things will not inherit the kingdom. Heresy, Division, and Contention: "Heresy" is defined from its Greek root as "to choose yourself"—prioritizing one's own opinion over truth, leading to division. The lecture warns against this contentious behavior (Acts 20:30, Titus 3:10) and highlights that sowing discord is an abomination to Yahweh (Proverbs 6:19). The goal should be reconciliation, not winning arguments. The Fruit of the Spirit: One Fruit, Multiple Expressions: Scripture speaks of the "fruit" (singular) of the Spirit, which is one fruit with multiple facets: love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faith, gentleness, and self-control (Galatians 5:22-23). This reflects the unity of God. 5. Hebraic Roots of the Fruit of the Spirit The Fruit of the Ruach is an Established Concept: The attributes listed in Galatians are not new but are rooted in Hebrew scripture, reflecting Yahweh's character. Love (Ahava): The first mention of "love" in scripture is Yahweh's instruction to Abraham to offer Isaac, foreshadowing the Father's love in John 3:16. Loving God is defined as keeping His commandments (1 John 5:2-3). Joy (Simcha): Distinct from fleeting happiness, joy is a constant state found in the Father's presence (Psalm 16:11), which can exist even in sorrow. Peace (Shalom): More than tranquility, shalom means complete restoration and wholeness, actively destroying chaos. Long-suffering (Erachapaim): This is connected to keeping commandments, which brings "length of days, years of life and peace" (Proverbs 3:1-2). Kindness/Goodness (Tov): Tov signifies things functioning in their created order. Yahweh's goodness is laid up for those who fear Him (Psalm 31:19). Faithfulness (Emunah): The word "Amen" is a declaration of faith, meaning "faithful," and can be an acronym for El Melech Ne'eman ("Elohim is the faithful King"). Meekness (Anav): Meekness is not weakness but strength under control. Yeshua is the prime example. Self-control (Hazak): Related to the Hebrew word for "to be strong," this strength comes from Yahweh and is linked to following His commandments (Deuteronomy 11:8). 6. The Spirit, The Law (Torah), and Righteous Living Torah Defines Sin; Sin is the Enmity: The lecture clarifies that sin, not Torah, is enmity against God. Torah reveals sin. The problem is humanity's failure to follow Torah. Life in the Spirit vs. the Flesh: Romans 8 teaches that the "carnal mind" is hostile to God because it does not submit to His law (Torah). Being "spiritually minded" involves living according to the Torah through the power of the Spirit. The Spirit is given to empower obedience (Ezekiel 36:24–27). Abiding in the Vine to Bear Fruit: John 15:5 is central: "Apart from me, you can do nothing." To bear fruit, one must "abide in the vine" (Yeshua), which means staying in the Word and moving from hearing to doing. Reconciliation through Messiah: The cross dealt with the debt of sin (Colossians 2:13-15), enabling reconciliation. What was abolished was the "enmity" and the record of our sin, not the Torah itself (Ephesians 2:14-16). Walking as Children of Light: Believers are called to walk as "children of light," letting their righteous conduct be visible to others. This involves living as a holy, set-apart people, as commanded in 1 Peter 1:14-16: "Be holy, for I am holy."  

In his highly anticipated return to the Judaism Demystified Podcast, Hakham Mordehai joins us for a wide-ranging conversation on some of the most important issues facing the Jewish world today. We discuss the concept of Milhemet Mitzvah (obligatory war), his perspective on the Dati Leumi movement, and how the Torah's approach to war radically differs from the glorification of warriors found throughout ancient literature. Hakham Mordehai explains how these ideas have shaped his own view of military service and what it means to wear the uniform. We also explore the remarkable growth of his YouTube channel, ⁨@shivreluhot⁩ , and the resurgence of interest in Maimonidean thought, particularly in Israel and even within segments of the Haredi world. What exactly is Maimonidean Judaism? What does it stand for, what does it reject, and what is the true purpose of halakhah according to the Rambam? The conversation then turns to the lasting influence of Shabbetai Tzvi and Sabbateanism on contemporary Judaism. Hakham Mordehai argues that its impact is far greater than most people realize and explains why identifying and removing these influences remains an urgent task. Finally, we discuss the thriving Mekorist community, the vision behind it, and several exciting upcoming projects, including a Mekorist Siddur, a new book on the Rambam's Thirteen Principles of Faith, and his forthcoming commentary on Rav Qafih's Milhamot Hashem. A thought-provoking and wide-ranging discussion that challenges assumptions and invites listeners to rethink some of the most fundamental ideas in Judaism.___*This episode is dedicated to the refua shelema of Sarah Miriam bat Tamar, Binyamin ben Zilpa, and our dear friend Yaakov ben Haya Sarah Malakh, and l'ilui nishmat Zehara Yehudit bat Yaakov Ezra v'Ilana Shira___• Bio: Hakham Mordehai Ish Yemini is an Israeli Torah scholar, educator, farmer, father of four, and grandfather, as well as a prominent advocate of Maimonidean Judaism. Through his Shivrei Luhot platform and the rapidly growing Mekorist community, he teaches a source-based approach to Torah grounded in the thought of the Rambam and deeply influenced by the teachings of Rabbi Yosef Qafih, Hakham Jose Faur, and other scholars within the Sephardic tradition. In addition to his educational work, he operates a farm in Israel, reflecting his commitment to a Torah life connected to the Land of Israel and serving his country. His lectures on Jewish philosophy, halakhah, theology, Tanakh, and contemporary issues have attracted a growing audience in Israel and beyond, including many seeking a thoughtful and intellectually rigorous approach to Judaism.___• Check out his YouTube channel here: ⁨@shivreluhot⁩ ___• Welcome to JUDAISM DEMYSTIFIED: A PODCAST FOR THE PERPLEXED | Co-hosted by Benjy & Benzi | Thank you to...Super Patron: Jordan Karmily, Platinum Patron: Craig Gordon, Rod Ilian, Gold Patrons: Dovidchai Abramchayev, Lazer Cohen, Travis Krueger, Vasili Volkoff, Vasya, Silver Patrons: Ellen Fleischer, Daniel M., Rabbi Pinny Rosenthal, Fred & Antonio, Jeffrey Wasserman, Jacob Winston, Ariel Klainerman, and Michael Herskovitz! Please SUBSCRIBE to this YouTube Channel and hit the BELL to get alerted whenever new clips get posted, thank you for your support!

The Esa: G-d’s Rescue Plan for Humanity (The Loving-kindness of G-d) by Mark Stouffer https://us.amazon.com/Esa-G-ds-Rescue-Humanity-Loving-kindness/dp/B0H2CX8D2V Adam and Eve rebelled and became unfit to be in God's presence. Tragically, they went to live in a broken world, our world. Fortunately, God has a plan to rescue us. In The Esa, we will examine God's plan as it is laid out in the Bible. His plan has included: working with the Jews to be His witnesses in the ancient world the coming of the Messiah to pay for the sins of the world Jesus' sending out of His followers to the ends of the earth with His offer of salvation the return of the Messiah at the end of time to set everything right Of course, we humans, both Jews and Christians, have failed greatly in our roles down through the ages. Thank God that Jesus did not fail. The Esa is for Jewish people who want to know the truth about Jesus. It is also good for Christians who want to learn about the Tanakh, or Old Testament. About the author Mark Stouffer is a retired engineer who lives with his family in Columbus, Ohio. He was born in 1960 and grew up loving sports. Mark graduated with a degree in Civil Engineering from Ohio State in 1983. After college, G-d reached out to Mark. G-d held Mark's heart in His hand and said, “I am here.” Mark received Jesus as his L-rd and Savior, and everything changed. Mark has a passion for the Bible, which he has been studying and teaching for over 40 years. It has always been Mark’s goal to learn the message that each Bible author intended as opposed to trying to make the Bible agree with his beliefs. Out of His grace, G-d called Mark to write this important four volume series. Indeed, the subject of these books was never Mark's idea. For more information on these books, please visit: lovingkindnessofadonai/hesed

Today's conversation is about a publishing project: the Koren Tanakh of the Land of Israel. The concept of the series is that it takes the books of the Hebrew Bible and sets them back down in the world that produced them—in the Land of Israel, and in the economic, political, theological, and cultural setting of the ancient Near East. Around each verse it gathers what is known about that world: its archaeology and geography, the languages and the treaties and the pantheon of gods of the tribes and nations and empires among whom Israel was situated. In its modest form, the claim behind all this is one almost no one would dispute: to know the world a text came from can help you understand the text better. But a less modest claim is folded inside the modest one. For roughly two centuries, the academic study of the Bible used much of this same material—archaeology, comparisons with other sources from the ancient Near East—to take the text apart: to dissolve it into sources and redactors, to historicize revelation until what remained was an artifact of clumsy human pastiche. This series takes up the same tools and turns them to the opposite purpose. Here the history does not dissolve the text. It mediates the text, and more intimate knowledge of the ancient world carries the reader toward the integrity of the Tanakh, rather than away from it. The instruments that an earlier generation of scholars deployed to disenchant the Hebrew Bible are, in this series, put into the service of reading it with intellectual and religious integrity. And, now that Koren has published all five volumes of the Humash (the Five Books of Moses), as well as the books of Samuel, something else becomes clear. Proximity to the Land of Israel itself helps to open up the meaning of the text. If knowing how a field was watered, or how a city withstood a siege, brings the verse nearer, then the return to the Land of Israel is not only a political restoration. It is also a condition for reading our sacred scripture with greater fidelity. For most of our history, most Jews studied Torah in exile, praying and longing for, but at a great distance from, places in which the story of ancient Israel unfurls. Conversely, the ingathering of the Jews in the land of their fathers can change the way they read the text, so that Zionism itself enhances the learning of Torah. The Koren Tanakh of the Land of Israel is a marvelous accomplishment, and it has been captained by the series's editor, David Arnovitz. Arnovitz joins the Tikvah Podcast this week to discuss the book of Deuteronomy, the series as a whole, and the wager it makes about history, about the land, and about the rediscovery of the Hebrew Bible. This episode of The Tikvah Podcast is generously sponsored by Vicki Phillips in memory of Stanley Bordorf. If you are interested in sponsoring an episode of The Tikvah Podcast, we invite you to join the Tikvah Ideas Circle. Visit tikvah.org/circle to learn more and join. 

Welcome to the first episode of a chapter-by-chapter journey through the Books of Shmuel. We begin our deep dive with a look past the simple translations to find a primordial soup of character traits, divine politics, and raw human emotion. Chapter 1 introduces Elkanah, a master marketer single-handedly trying to put God's Mishkan back on the map against a backdrop of institutional corruption. But the true engine of this opening act is Chana. Driven by the systematic provocations of her sister-wife Penina, Chana refuses to accept her default reality. She takes her bitterness directly to God, invents a new name for the Almighty, and thunders for a son.In this class, we break down:* The Irony of Lineage: How the descendant of the Torah's ultimate rebel, Korach, becomes the architect of Shiloh's restoration.* The Shiloh Ghost Town: Why the public abandoned the Mishkan, and the loud, circuitous promotional strategy Elkanah used to bring the crowds back.* The Anatomy of Prayer: Why a silent, moving mouth looked like public drunkenness to the High Priest Eli, and how their confrontation birthed the fundamental laws of Jewish prayer.* The Cost of Great Prayer: Why Shmuel's life was cut to 52 years based on the exact, literal phrasing of Chana's oath.*The Unspoken Text: Weaving through the cultural backdrops, linguistic subversions, and localized politics that the simple translations leave behind.Follow along as we unpack Tanakh, character psychology, and the hidden mechanics of history, one chapter at a time.

In this annual debate episode of the 18Forty Podcast, David Bashevkin moderates a discussion on finances within the Orthodox Jewish community. The specific resolution is: The current state of semachot in our community and the level of spending on them, as well as extravagance in lifestyle in general, is problematically excessive and should be significantly curtailed.Rabbi Larry Rothwachs defends the affirmative, while Dr. Leslie Ginsparg Klein argues the negative.In this episode we discuss:—Are extravagant weddings a detriment to the Jewish community, or do the benefits outweigh the negative externalities?—What should the Jewish community spend more and less money on?—Could financial education in Jewish schools alleviate cultural financial pressures?Tune in to hear a conversation about what we desire as a community and how we can attain it.Debate begins at 6:17.Rabbi Larry Rothwachs is a rabbi, therapist, and educator who has led Congregation Beth Aaron in Teaneck, New Jersey since 2002. A longtime teacher and leader within Yeshiva University and RIETS, he currently serves as Director of Professional Rabbinics at RIETS, head rabbi of Camp Morasha, and founding rabbi of Meromei Shemesh, a new community in Ramat Beit Shemesh. He lives with his wife, Chaviva, and their family.Dr. Leslie Ginsparg Klein is Dean and Chief Academic Officer of Gratz College and a scholar of Jewish education and history. Formerly Academic Dean at the Women's Institute of Torah Seminary & College, she is a widely sought speaker on Jewish history, Tanakh, leadership, and communication. She earned her Ph.D. from New York University researching Orthodox girls' education and the Bais Yaakov movement, and lives in Baltimore with her family.References:18Forty Podcast: “A Debate Between Yitzchak Blau & Itamar Rosensweig: Does Morality Exist Outside of Judaism?”Eruvin 13bWanting: The Power of Mimetic Desire in Everyday Life by Luke BurgisThe Index Card: Why Personal Finance Doesn't Have to Be Complicated by Helaine Olen and Harold PollackFor more 18Forty:NEWSLETTER: 18forty.org/joinCALL: (212) 582-1840EMAIL: info@18forty.orgWEBSITE: 18forty.orgIG: @18fortyX: @18_fortyWhatsApp: join hereBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/18forty-podcast--4344730/support.

Send us Fan MailBefore we dive into the Psalms, we need to understand how the original audience viewed Scripture.The Bible was written in a different language, in a different land, during a different time period. Every time we open its pages, we are stepping into another culture. While God's Word speaks to us today, understanding its original context helps us hear it more clearly.In this episode, we explore what the Bible is: a historical theological narrative. From Genesis to Revelation, Scripture tells one unified story about God working through real people, real places, and real events to reveal who He is and what He is doing in the world.We also examine how Jesus and the Jewish people organized and understood the Scriptures through the Tanakh—the Torah (Law), Nevi'im (Prophets), and Ketuvim (Writings). By looking at the structure of the Hebrew Bible, we discover how these three sections work together to tell one cohesive story and how that arrangement can deepen our understanding of books like Psalms.Finally, we take a fast-paced journey through the Old Testament story. From creation and covenant, to the Exodus, the kingdom, exile, and the promises of restoration, we trace the unfolding story of the God of Israel and His commitment to dwell among His people. Along the way, we see why Israel longed for the coming Messiah and how the Writings—including Psalms—help God's people wrestle with suffering, faithfulness, wisdom, worship, and hope while waiting for God's promises to be fulfilled.This episode lays the foundation for our Psalms series by helping us read Scripture as one unified story centered on God. Understanding that larger story will help us better understand where the Psalms fit, what questions they are addressing, and how they continue to shape the faith of God's people today.Parents: As you listen, consider asking your children, "What do you think the Bible is about?" Their answer may open the door to conversations about how all of Scripture points to God's faithfulness and His desire to dwell with His peopleJoin us for a summer of Psalms.  If you want the FREE hand outs that go along with this series, sign up for our newsletter at our website. Our website is The Context and Color of the BibleWe are on Facebook - The Context and Color of the Bible | FacebookWe are on Instagram - @contextandcolorofthebibleWe are on YouTube - The Context and Color of the Bible - YouTubeMusic: Tabuk by Kevin MacLeod Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/4453-tabukLicense: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

In this week's conversation with Tanakh scholar and master teacher R. Hayyim Angel, we discuss Shmuel's harsh rejection of kingship expressed in the Haftarah choice and why even God's approval of the people's request cannot convince him otherwise. This year the Matan Podcast is exploring the weekly Haftarah.

Paul, an apostle of Christ Jesus by the will of God, To the saints who are at Ephesus and who are faithful in Christ Jesus: Grace to you and peace from God our Father and the Lord Jesus Christ. Ephesians 1:1 Excluding gospels of Matthew, Mark, Luke and John, Paul the Apostle was one of the foremost writers of the New Testament; accredited at least 13 of the books included. However, one detail many believers may gloss over is that, Paul was a Pharisee and astutely educated in the Tanakh, thus held a strong Jewish theology. Join Rabbi Schneider today in this classic series, as highlights importance of understanding the person of Paul and how it must influence our understanding of the New Testament. **** BECOME A MONTHLY PARTNER - https://djj.show/YTAPartner  **** DONATE - https://djj.show/YTADonate  **** TEACHING NOTES -  https://djj.show/32g 

Naso | Shimson the Nazirite... Indeed? by Rav Yitzchak Etshalom The annunciation of Shimshon's birth (Shoftim 13) carries several anomalies; indeed, his own life reflects an unusual form of Nezirut, one which is not bound by the most severe violation of Nezirut (contact with the dead) - while his parents are the ones bound to avoid drinking wine. An investigation into the various types of נזירים in Tanakh - both before and after Matan Torah - opens up an intriguing possibility which allows us to decipher this last of the Shoftim and his unusual religious strictures. Source sheet >>

What is the relationship between fear and faith? This question is explored in Rivka Kahan's recent essay, “Fear and Faith in Religious Life” (TRADITION, Spring 2026). In this episode Kahan discusses these topics with our podcast host, Mali Brofsky. Together, they think through their strategies to show their students that emotions such as fear are not only acceptable but are actively explored and embraced within our tradition. Kahan outlines three primary frameworks for understanding fear within Jewish thought: Malbim posits that faith acts as a source of strength that helps a person overcome fear, serving a “buoy” to faith by providing inner strength. Abravanel suggests that fear is necessary for true faith, which is understood as the commitment to follow God’s will despite experiencing fear. Finally, the Midrashic approach holds that maintaining a level of worry reflects moral humility. Brofsky notes that these models are not mutually exclusive; rather, individuals may cycle through them depending on their circumstances. The speakers discuss how extreme confidence, even when based on faith, can inadvertently lead to hubris, and argue that experiencing anxiety or unworthiness can foster moral refinement and humility. They close by discussing the difference between individual and national fear, and how to maintain a healthy faith balanced with humility in times of national challenge—something all too familiar to our readers these days. Rivka Kahan's TRADITION essay will appear in her forthcoming book, which explores human emotions through the lens of Tanakh and its commentaries, to be published as part of Kitvuni Fellowship of Matan. She teaches post-high school students at several institutions in Israel and develops educational and scholarly resources for AlHaTorah.org. Mali Brofsky, MSW, a member of TRADITION's editorial board, is a senior faculty member at MMY and a social worker in private practice. The post Fear and Faith in Religious Life appeared first on Tradition Online.

Watch the Sneak Peek of Daring To Be Different: Part 2, where Nehemia continues his discussion with Tanakh-only teacher Israel Horowitz about the fine line between devout Torah observance and the potential for counterproductive extremism in pursuit of what the … Continue reading → The post SNEAK PEEK! Daring To Be Different: Part 2 appeared first on Nehemia's Wall.

What does it actually mean to be indigenous—and do Jews fit that definition?In this episode of The Fifth Question Podcast, Rabbi Daniel Levine sits down with Professor Nehemia Stern (Ariel University) to unpack one of the most controversial and intellectually charged debates in modern academia: Jewish indigeneity, Zionism, and the limits of Western categories like “indigenous,” “race,” and “nation.”The conversation begins with a behind-the-scenes look at the book Settler Indigeneity in the West Bank—and why Stern's essay was excluded. From there, it evolves into a deep, nuanced discussion about anthropology's struggle to define Jewish identity, the tension between secular and religious frameworks, and how different schools of religious Zionist thought interpret the Bible to construct meaning, belonging, and political reality.This episode challenges conventional narratives and offers a new lens: What if Jewish connection to the land isn't just geographic—but textual, spiritual, and interpretive?If you're interested in Israel, Zionism, Jewish thought, anthropology, or biblical interpretation—this is a must-watch.⏱️ Timestamps:0:00 – Introduction & the controversy behind the book Settler Indigeneity in the West Bank1:40 – Why Professor Stern's essay was rejected3:30 – The debate: Are Jews indigenous to Israel?5:00 – Anthropology's “Jewish problem” explained7:00 – Why Jews don't fit Western identity categories9:00 – Biblical vs. secular arguments for indigeneity11:30 – Palestinians, Canaanites, and competing historical claims13:00 – Jews as a “hapax legomenon” (a unique people)15:00 – Zionism, identity, and shifting Western narratives17:00 – The dangers of forcing Jewish identity into modern frameworksPart II: Religious Zionism & Biblical Interpretation19:30 – Transition to Stern's unpublished article21:00 – A new idea: “textual indigeneity”22:00 – Two schools of religious Zionist thought22:30 – Eye-level (human, rational) biblical interpretation24:00 – How Zionism reshapes reading the Bible28:00 – Relationship to modern academic biblical scholarship30:00 – Heaven-level (transcendent, mystical) interpretation31:30 – Why spirituality resists academic analysis32:00 – How these approaches shape political viewsPart III: Politics, Identity & Meaning36:00 – Can biblical interpretation predict political ideology?38:00 – Religious vs. secular Zionism and Tanakh40:00 – Israeli identity and connection through language & text41:00 – Why Jewish indigeneity may be deeper than modern definitions42:00 – Final reflectionsKeywords:Jewish indigeneity, are Jews indigenous to Israel, Zionism explained, religious Zionism, West Bank settlers, Israeli identity, anthropology of Judaism, Tanakh interpretation, Israel Palestine debate, Jewish identity, modern Zionism, biblical interpretation

Exodus Lesson 71 Part 1 In Hebrew Genesis 2:3 has a unique Hebrew grammatical construction only found here in chapter 2 verse 3.  The Hebrew translated direct from the Hebrew is that “God ceased from creating all his work that God created TO DO.”  This seems to suggest that the Lord stopped creating work to be accomplished in the future work.  Hebrew scholars such as Ibn Ezra (1092-1167 A.D.) and Radak (1160-1235 A.D.), noted that the Hebrew phrase that God created a world that was complete in its foundation but designed to have its full potential realized through time, partly through the stewardship of humanity. In other words it seems possible that God has created work for the future for Himself, His people like Moses, David, Isaiah, and of course Jesus and US!!  It is a very interesting valid alternative translation of Gen. 2:3.  (See “JPS Torah Commentary: Genesis.  Nahum Sarna.  © 1989.  The Jewish Publication Society.  Jerusalem, Philadelphia, and New York) Ask many Christians today how they are saved and they would tell you they are saved by GRACE and not by WORKS.  They are right.  This is the very words of God found in Eph. 2:8-9.  But, what we miss is this is a Jewish concept and understood quite clearly among religious Jews in Jesus' day.  Consider the Hebrew words Chen (grace/favor) and Chesed (lovingkindness) which represent God's unmerited favor and mercy shown to individuals and the nation, rather than just earning salvation through works. Hebrew Origins: The concept of grace (chen - found 69 times in the Tanakh) emphasizes God's unmerited favor, such as when Noah found grace in the eyes of the Lord. Grace is then connected to Torah often expressed in Judaism as "saved by grace, led by Torah," or God's instruction and not law.  It is seen as a gift that frees individuals to walk in God's ways out of love, not just for merit.  Here's a number of websites to check it out and go deeper in your understanding and study. https://www.myjewishlearning.com/2013/05/21/rescuing-grace/ https://hoshanarabbah.org/blog/2016/02/26/concept-of-grace/ https://free.messianicbible.com/feature/grace-enough/ In this podcast we will study Eph. 2:10.  The verse that most Christians forget.  They stop at verse 9 when they quote Eph. 2:8-9.  They tell us that works don't matter.  But, they do not read THE VERY WORDS OF GOD in verse 10.  We are sved by grace not by works to then become God's workmanship to do good WORKS!!  Thus, the Lord is telling us, the mark of a true Christian is once they are saved they do work given to them by the Father.  Works God created for us in Gen. 2:3.   Many of our Bibles say that Jesus was a carpenter as we find in Matt. 16:18 or Mark 6:3.  But, few study the Greek word that carpenter translates.  I never heard on pastor teach on this.  Not one.  The Greek word is TEKTON. It is a broad term for a craftsman, artisan, or builder, often used specifically for a woodworker or carpenter. Tekton refers to a skilled worker who constructs with various materials, including wood and stone.  Shown below are a few websites to check this out https://biblehub.com/greek/5045.htm https://www.billmounce.com/greek-dictionary/tekton https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tekt%C5%8Dn This Greek word tekton in the Septuagint translates the Hebrew word CHARASH חָרָשׁ H2796.  The meaning in Hebrew is artisan or craftsman whose trained hands shape wood, stone, metal, or precious gems or any material.  Thus, since there was NO New Testament in Jesus'day, only the Hebrew Scriptures, we can confidently say Jesus was not only a carpenter but construction worker.   And as B'zal'el and Oholee-av were to lead a group of CHRASHEEM to build God's Dwelling Place, our Jesus, who is a CHRASH, will build His congregation.  And this congregation will be like ONE TEMPLE, one place where God dwells.  I can't make this up.  The connections are too awesome. These two words in the podcast, TEKTON and CHARASH, were related to the Hebrew phrase tikkun olam (pronounced taykoon olam) תיקון עולם originating in the Mishnah meaning “to fix everything.”  Reform Judaism states that tikkun olam has evolved from a purely spiritual, concept into a mandate for social action, social justice, and environmentalism.  Dennis Prager, a famous conservative talk show host and scholar, who is also a deeply religious Jew, feels that tikkun oal as social justice shows why so many American Jews are democrats.  Some other modern Jewish interpretations suggest that in the absence of a single, personal Messiah, humanity itself (as a collective) is responsible for being the "Messiah" by performing acts of kindness to heal the world.  This results in the general concept in contemporary Judaism that repairing the world is ONLY through human effort to usher in a future Messianic era.  This clearly is not the view in Christianity.  Christians hold to the fact that the Messiah (Jesus) has come to begin this restoration, with a future return for a final, complete, restoration and renewal of the entire universe. The Christian view seems to be more correct.  The phrase tikkun olam appears in the Jewish prayer in the 2nd paragraph called Ahlaynoo עָלֵינוּ – meaning it is against us, on us, or incumbent on us.  This prayer may have been written in Jesus' day.  It first appears in the Mishnah is the 3rd century A.D.  Clearly, the prayer says God will fix everything and perfect the world.  Today in religious Jews seemed to have abandoned the idea that God does tikkun olam.  This is clear in the prayer and in the Hebrew Scriptures. There is nothing in the prayer or in God's word that says Messiah will come only if mankind does tikkun olam.  Shown below is the prayer. סידור אשכנז, ימי חול, תפילת שחרית, סיום תפילה, עלינו א׳ עָלֵֽינוּ לְשַׁבֵּֽחַ לַאֲדוֹן הַכֹּל, לָתֵת גְּדֻלָּה לְיוֹצֵר בְּרֵאשִׁית. שֶׁלֺּא עָשָֽׂנוּ כְּגוֹיֵי הָאֲרָצוֹת, וְלֺא שָׂמָֽנוּ כְּמִשְׁפְּחוֹת הָאֲדָמָה; שֶׁלֺּא שָׂם חֶלְקֵֽנוּ כָּהֶם, וְגוֹרָלֵֽנוּ כְּכָל הֲמוֹנָם. שֶׁהֵם מִשְׁתַּחֲוִים לָהֶֽבֶל וָרִיק וּמִתְפַּלְּלִים אֶל אֵל לֹא יוֹשִֽׁיעַ. וַאֲנַֽחְנוּ כּוֹרְעִים וּמִשְׁתַּחֲוִים וּמוֹדִים לִפְנֵי מֶֽלֶךְ מַלְכֵי הַמְּלָכִים, הַקָּדוֹשׁ בָּרוּךְ הוּא. שֶׁהוּא נוֹטֶה שָׁמַֽיִם וְיוֹסֵד אָֽרֶץ, וּמוֹשַׁב יְקָרוֹ בַּשָּׁמַֽיִם מִמַּֽעַל, וּשְׁכִינַת עֻזּוֹ בְּגָבְהֵי מְרוֹמִים; הוּא אֱלֺהֵֽינוּ, אֵין עוֹד. אֱמֶת מַלְכֵּֽנוּ, אֶֽפֶס זוּלָתוֹ, כַּכָּתוּב בְּתוֹרָתוֹ: וְיָדַעְתָּ הַיּוֹם וַהֲשֵׁבֹתָ אֶל לְבָבֶֽךָ כִּי יְהֹוָה הוּא הָאֱלֺהִים בַּשָּׁמַֽיִם מִמַּֽעַל וְעַל הָאָֽרֶץ מִתָּֽחַת, אֵין עוֹד. TRANSLATED: It is our obligation (incumbent on us or AHLAYNO עָלֵֽינוּ) to praise the Master of all, to ascribe greatness to the Creator of the [world in the] beginning: that He has not made us like the nations of the lands, and has not positioned us like the families of the earth; that He has not assigned our portion like theirs, nor our lot like that of all their multitudes. For they prostrate themselves to vanity and nothingness, and pray to a god that cannot deliver. But we bow, prostrate ourselves, and offer thanks before the Supreme King of Kings, the Holy One blessed is He, Who spreads the heavens, and establishes the earth, and the seat of His glory is in heaven above, and the abode of His invincible might is in the loftiest heights. He is our God, there is nothing else. Our King is true, all else is insignificant, as it is written in His Torah: And You shall know this day and take into Your heart that Adonoy is God in the heavens above and upon the earth below; there is nothing else. סידור אשכנז, ימי חול, תפילת שחרית, סיום תפילה, עלינו ב׳ עַל כֵּן נְקַוֶּה לְךָ, יְהֹוָה אֱלֺהֵֽינוּ, לִרְאוֹת מְהֵרָה בְּתִפְאֶֽרֶת עֻזֶּֽךָ, לְהַעֲבִיר גִּלּוּלִים מִן הָאָֽרֶץ וְהָאֱלִילִים כָּרוֹת יִכָּרֵתוּן; לְתַקֵּן עוֹלָם בְּמַלְכוּת שַׁדַּי. וְכָל בְּנֵי בָשָׂר יִקְרְאוּ בִשְׁמֶֽךָ, לְהַפְנוֹת אֵלֶֽיךָ כָּל רִשְׁעֵי אָֽרֶץ. יַכִּֽירוּ וְיֵדְעוּ כָּל יוֹשְׁבֵי תֵבֵל כִּי לְךָ תִכְרַע כָּל בֶּֽרֶךְ, תִּשָּׁבַע כָּל לָשׁוֹן. לְפָנֶֽיךָ, יְהֹוָה אֱלֺהֵֽינוּ, יִכְרְעוּ וְיִפֹּֽלוּ, וְלִכְבוֹד שִׁמְךָ יְקָר יִתֵּֽנוּ, וִיקַבְּלוּ כֻלָּם אֶת עֹל מַלְכוּתֶֽךָ, וְתִמְלֺךְ עֲלֵיהֶם מְהֵרָה לְעוֹלָם וָעֶד. כִּי הַמַּלְכוּת שֶׁלְּךָ הִיא, וּלְעֽוֹלְמֵי עַד תִּמְלוֹךְ בְּכָבוֹד, כַּכָּתוּב בְּתוֹרָתֶֽךָ: יְהֹוָה יִמְלֺךְ לְעֹלָם וָעֶד. וְנֶאֱמַר, וְהָיָה יְהֹוָה לְמֶֽלֶךְ עַל כָּל הָאָֽרֶץ; בַּיּוֹם הַהוּא יִהְיֶה יְהֹוָה אֶחָד וּשְׁמוֹ אֶחָד: TRANSLATED: We therefore put our hope in You, Adonoy our God, to soon behold the glory of Your might in banishing idolatry from the earth, and the false gods will be utterly exterminated to perfect the world (that is לְתַקֵּן עוֹלָם or Leh Taykoon Olam) as the kingdom of Shadai. And all mankind will invoke Your Name, to turn back to You, all the wicked of the earth. They will realize and know, all the inhabitants of the world, that to You, every knee must bend, every tongue must swear [allegiance to You]. Before You, Adonoy, our God, they will bow and prostrate themselves, and to the glory of Your Name give honor. And they will all accept [upon themselves] the yoke of Your kingdom, and You will reign over them, soon, forever and ever. For the kingdom is Yours, and to all eternity You will reign in glory, as it is written in Your Torah: Adonoy will reign forever and ever. And it is said: And Adonoy will be King over the whole earth; on that day Adonoy will be One and His Name One.  (Accessed at www.sefaria.org) Rev. Ferret - who is this guy?  (Ferret - visiting ancient Gath in Israel.  Didn't see Goliath though!) What's his background?  Why should I listen to him?  Check his background at this link - https://www.dropbox.com/s/ortnret3oxcicu4/BackgrndTeacher%20mar%2025%202020.pdf?dl=0    

In this episode of Hebrew Voices #244 - Daring To Be Different: Part 1, Nehemia brings on Tanakh-only teacher Israel Horowitz to discuss how ancient superstitions became the basis for Rabbinic laws, why arguments based on majority rule contradict the … Continue reading → The post Hebrew Voices #244 – Daring To Be Different: Part 1 appeared first on Nehemia's Wall.

Get ready for Pesach with a mega collection of divrei torah, from Bnei Torah in the workforce.You will hear from Rav Yakov Danishefsky, Rav Jonathan Livi,Rav Max Berger, Zak Lenik, Mark Tobin Dr. Mordy Goldenberg and Yoel Van Messel.At the end, you will hear some ideas of mine which I shared on The Greatest Parasha podcast, hosted by Raymond Ashkenazie and Emma DayanA big thank you to Shlomo Price for his help with extra editing.Wishing you and your families a Chag Kasher Vsameach Guest Bios and LinksRabbi Yakov Danishefsky, LCSW CSAT, is a Chicago-basedtherapist and author of the widely read Attached, the newly released AttachedHaggadah, and the forthcoming sefer The Delight of Shabbos. He leads AvodasHaLev, a Chicago organization devoted to meaningful learning and communityprogramming, and hosts The Attached Life Podcast. He is known for bringingdepth, passion, and warmth to everything he teaches.To order the Haggadah:To order in US:https://a.co/d/03dgzXKD https://alehzayis.com/product/the-attached-haggadah/ https://feldheim.com/the-attached-haggadah To order in E"Y:https://siparti.co/attachedH/Jonathan Livi is founder and Principal of RJL CapitalAdvisors, which places JV equity for middle market commercial real estate transactions across the United States. He is also the Hazzan and assistant rabbi at Shaare Rachamim Synagogue in Great Neck, NY, in which capacity heteaches Tanakh daily. His shiurim are available on Spotify and Apple Podcast via his various podcasts. He is married to Kayla, and father to 3 kids.https://open.spotify.com/show/45srXeZZgZKHAomOmpIkmh?si=hf6h-z2dToezYb95H0dMxQ https://open.spotify.com/show/48iHU4mP1cvgZOGFrC5Jys?si=JinlUNvmSeimGKQl9LWiMQ Max Berger was an aspiring rabbi turned aspiring philosopherturned VC. He spent the last two years at Next Gear Ventures, a Tel Aviv basedearly stage VC fund, before moving back to New York this year. ZakLenik  is a real estate advisor in Israel who works mainly with Anglos looking to buy a home andbuild a life here. His own aliyah journey didn't start in the most typical way, but through years of learning—and later teaching—Torah, he developed a strongsense of purpose that ultimately brought him back to Israel for good. Now, he helps others navigate that same journey, combining real estate guidance with a deeper understanding of what it means to truly build a life here https://www.instagram.com/zak_in_israel?igsh=YTU0MWRlbW5iMGMx&utm_source=qr 00:00 Intro00:52 Rav Yaakov Danishefsky: Writing Your Own Story18:08 Rav Jonathan Livi: The Revolution of Freedom34:40 Rav Max Berger: Matzah and Authenticity52:26 Zak Lenik: Freedom or Slavery?01:11:12 Mark Tobin: The Holiday of Emunah01:19:07 Dr. Mordy Goldenberg: Late Night Vision01:25:51 Yoel Van Messel: Understanding Our Goals01:38:40 Yaakov Wolff on Greatest Parashah Podcast02:01:26 Outro

A few episodes ago, I mentioned the two distinct literary traditions behind the OT or Tanakh). Most important is the rabbinic Hebrew language tradition, known as the Masoretic tradition. The other tradition is the Greek language bible, known as the Septuagint. This was translated from some unknown Hebrew original.  In many instances, the Septuagint draws upon ancient Hebrew documents that differ from those used by the rabbis. While the two traditions are in broad agreement, sometimes they diverge quite significantly. One of those places is in the origin story of King David. In this episode, Gil Kidron of A Podcast of Biblical Proportions and I explore these differences.  

“In every generation a person must see himself as if he himself came out of Egypt.” Mishna Pesachim 10:5 Now, Rabbi Dr. Joshua Berman's new work, The Echoes of Egypt Haggada (Koren, 2026), does just that. By incorporating the latest discoveries from archaeology, Near Eastern studies, Egyptology and more to connect the ancient world with modern scholarship, Berman's Haggada helps this generation re-experience the exodus out of Egypt more deeply. Echoes of Egypt is a visually sumptuous journey that helps us grasp what our ancestors saw, felt, and resisted – and invites us to see ourselves in their story anew. Rabbi Dr. Joshua Berman is a professor of Tanakh at Bar-Ilan University. A graduate of Princeton University and of Yeshivat Har Etzion, Rabbi Berman is the author of several books including Ani Maamin: Biblical Criticism, Historical Truth and the Thirteen Principles of Faith (Maggid 202), Created Equal: How the Bible Broke with Ancient Political Thought (Oxford, 2008), which was a National Jewish Book Award Finalist in Scholarship, and The Temple: Its Symbolism and Meaning Then and Now(Jason Aronson, 1995). Joshua Berman's podcast Bible Bar can be found here. 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

“In every generation a person must see himself as if he himself came out of Egypt.” Mishna Pesachim 10:5 Now, Rabbi Dr. Joshua Berman's new work, The Echoes of Egypt Haggada (Koren, 2026), does just that. By incorporating the latest discoveries from archaeology, Near Eastern studies, Egyptology and more to connect the ancient world with modern scholarship, Berman's Haggada helps this generation re-experience the exodus out of Egypt more deeply. Echoes of Egypt is a visually sumptuous journey that helps us grasp what our ancestors saw, felt, and resisted – and invites us to see ourselves in their story anew. Rabbi Dr. Joshua Berman is a professor of Tanakh at Bar-Ilan University. A graduate of Princeton University and of Yeshivat Har Etzion, Rabbi Berman is the author of several books including Ani Maamin: Biblical Criticism, Historical Truth and the Thirteen Principles of Faith (Maggid 202), Created Equal: How the Bible Broke with Ancient Political Thought (Oxford, 2008), which was a National Jewish Book Award Finalist in Scholarship, and The Temple: Its Symbolism and Meaning Then and Now(Jason Aronson, 1995). Joshua Berman's podcast Bible Bar can be found here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/jewish-studies

What are the true roots of the Christian faith? Is the Old Testament obsolete in the Christian faith today? Find out the truth of who God is as Rabbi Schneider continues in this powerful series. **** BECOME A MONTHLY PARTNER - https://djj.show/YTAPartner   **** DONATE - https://djj.show/YTADonate 

What if Megillat Esther is not the most hidden book in Tanakh, but the most brilliantly written one? Secrets of the Scroll--a series produced for this Purim and hosted by Rabbanit Shani Taragin--presents the book of Esther as a text written in code. A story where God is hidden, miracles are quiet, and redemption unfolds through courage, strategy, and deep biblical memory. This is not a surface level Purim series. It is a journey into the inner language of Tanakh and into the heart of what it means to survive, believe, and interpret. This was episode 13 of the 20-part series, wherein our podcast host, Dr. Yosefa Fogel Wruble, spoke with Rabbanit Shani Taragin about reluctant redeemers like Yonah and Esther who must be pushed into their role in history.

This episode is part 1 of 2 addressing a video from Dan McClellan called "Was 1 Enoch considered inspired scripture?"Dan McClellan claims to be a Latter-day Saint, although his views don't reflect those of typical Mormons. He has impressive credentials and he uses them to make Tiktok and YouTube videos that promote a deconstructionist view of Scripture under the guise of "Data > dogma." He also promotes leftist political ideas that are uniformly Marxist and identity politics.This episode looks at McClellan's argument that the canon was not certain in the first century A.D. and that Josephus didn't clarify which books were in the 22 books he regarded as Scripture. He argues that 1 Enoch may have been considered Scripture during this time before that idea faded out later because of how many copies of it were found in the Dead Sea Scrolls at Qumran.We see what the Essenes believed in the Qumran community and why they may have liked 1 Enoch. We also test Josephus' threefold division of the Tanakh to see if 1 Enoch could fit.Sources Cited:Dan McClellan, "Was 1 Enoch considered inspired scripture?"Dan McClellan, YHWH's Divine Images: A Cognitive Approach, (SBL Press, Atlanta, 2022).Ether's Elephant, "Dan McClellan being Woke for 8 Minutes"Dan McClellan, "Does the Social Justice of the Bible Differ from the Social Justice of Today?"Eva Mroczek, "How Many Books are in the Bible? Qualitative Numbers, or Math for Biblical Scholars," (University of California, Davis, July 2016)."The Scroll of the War of the Sons of Light against the Sons of Darkness I-II – The Thirty-Five Years War"Flavius Josephus, Against Apion (Translated by William Whiston)2 Esdras 14 (RSV), Bible Society UK.First Enoch (Christian Classics Ethereal Library)We value your feedback!Have questions for Truthspresso? Contact us!

What is Messianic Judaism, and why do some Jewish believers prefer terms like “Follower of Yeshua” instead of “Christian”? In this episode, we sit down with Rabbi David Wein (Tikvat Israel, Richmond VA) for a full Messianic Judaism 101 conversation.We cover: • The meaning of Messiah / Yeshua / “Body of Messiah” • Torah vs Tanakh vs Talmud (and what those actually mean) • Why language matters when talking to Jewish people about faith • The best and worst ways Christians try to share Jesus with Jews • A thoughtful response to the objection: “The God of the Old Testament is a moral monster” • And yes—Isaiah 53: what it says, what it means, and why it becomes a flashpointThis is a respectful, practical conversation designed to help you understand the Jewish context of the Bible and communicate the gospel with humility, clarity, and wisdom.Follow Men's AllianceInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/mensalliancetribe/Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/mensalliancetribeTiktok - https://www.tiktok.com/@mensalliancetribeWebsite - https://www.mensalliancetribe.com/Explore Battlefield Coaching today and find yourself a Coach with experience overcoming a battle you are currently facing - https://battlefieldcoaching.comOrder the Book - Answer With Truth: The Ambassador's Field Manual for Leading Your Family Spiritually - https://amzn.to/3BmnuKV

In this first class of our 4-part series leading up to Purim, we begin exploring Megillat Esther through the lens of the Gemara (Masechet Megillah)—where Chazal unpack the story with depth, drama, and meaning.Part 1 sets the historical stage, introduces Achashverosh's world, and explains a foundational idea: the Megillah was written under Persian rule, so its messages often come through hints and coded language—inviting us to read carefully and connect the dots.What we coverWhy we start learning Purim in the “30-day red zone”Why we don't say Hallel on Purim (three classic approaches)The exile timeline: Israel → Babylonia → PersiaAchashverosh's extravagant 180-day feast + the 7-day Shushan feastVashti's refusal and the ripple effect of royal decreesThe beauty-pageant system and what it reveals about the kingdomIntroducing Mordechai and Esther—and the hidden hand of Hashem (without His Name appearing)Timestamps00:03 Intro + series overview06:07 Why no Hallel on Purim?09:27 How the Jews arrived in Persia13:50 The 180-day feast and political strategy21:29 Vashti and the royal fallout31:34 The beauty contest + its consequences35:43 Mordechai & Esther; hidden miracles and Tanakh allusions

Episode Overview We are living in a time of global upheaval, moral inversion, and spiritual confusion. Scripture warned us that such days would come—but it also prepared us for them. In Part 1 of our Spiritual Warfare Series, we lay the foundation by answering a critical question:   What is spiritual warfare—from a biblical, Messianic, Torah‑rooted perspective?   This episode introduces the reality of an unseen cosmic conflict between the Kingdom of Light and the Kingdom of Darkness, a war that has been raging since the dawn of creation and one in which every believer is already involved—whether they realize it or not. Contrary to popular Christian culture, spiritual warfare is not emotionalism, not fear‑based obsession, and not optional. It is covenantal, scriptural, and central to our calling as the redeemed of YHWH in these last days.

Is Tzaraat (sometimes translated incorrectly as leprosy) a medical ailment or a spiritual one?The Tanakh speaks of several instances of people afflicted by Tzaraat. What causes this condition?

Vaera | The Makkot Curriculum, by Rav Yitzchak Etshalom A paideia for Pharaoh. How many Makkot were there? We inevitably approach our study of Parashat Va'era with an assumption of 10 Makkot (plagues) with which Hashem smote and 'judged" the Egyptians. However, that number does not appear in the Torah's record of the events and other presentations of the Exodus story in Tanakh highlight only some of these plagues, ending up with a smaller number - and the Midrash famously expands this number by a factor of up to 50, seeing 5 sub-plagues within each one. We look back at the structure of the plagues, following Hashem's directives to Moshe regarding warning - or not warning - Pharaoh before each one and discern a clear pattern which opens up an additional perspective on the purpose of these plagues and their role as didactic, beyond the punitive. Source sheet >>

Most people find the Old Testament confusing, dusty, or even intimidating. But what if it's actually the essential foundation for everything you believe about Jesus Christ? Today, we unlock the "Library of Books" that makes up the first half of our scripture and discover why it is the indispensable foundation of the covenant. Summary: In this introductory lesson, we lay the groundwork for a year-long journey through the Old Testament. We move beyond seeing it as a singular book and begin to view it as a diverse library of 39 books. Key themes include: The Foundation of the Covenant: Understanding why the Old Testament is the root from which the New Testament, Book of Mormon, and Doctrine and Covenants grow. Structure and Organization: A breakdown of the Hebrew Bible (the Tanakh) and its three parts: the Torah (Law), Nevi'im (Prophets), and Ketuvim (Writings). The Power of Translation: Exploring how the Bible moved from Hebrew to Greek to English, and why the Joseph Smith Translation is vital for our study. Finding Christ in the Old Testament: Moving past the "dead letter" to see the "living spirit" of the Messiah on every page. Call-to-Action: Which book of the Old Testament has always felt the most "sealed" to you? Let us know in the comments, and let's commit to opening it together this year! 

Ecclesiastes has long been viewed as the great existential work of the Hebrew Bible, containing the famous cry "Vanity of vanities, all is vanity." As part of a search for enduring meaning, it questions the nature of work, mortality, happiness, justice, goodness, and life itself. Abounding with careful observations, disappointments, and insights, Ecclesiastes is one of the richest and most complex books in all of Tanakh.  Join us as we speak with Erica Brown, whose commentary offers a fresh and hopeful look at this ancient book, as she synthesizes rabbinic commentary with modern scholarship, fine art, and poetry.  Dr. Erica Brown is the Vice Provost for Values and Leadership at Yeshiva University and the founding director of its Rabbi Lord Jonathan Sacks–Herenstein Center for Values and Leadership. Michael Morales is Professor of Biblical Studies at Greenville Presbyterian Theological Seminary, and the author of The Tabernacle Pre-Figured: Cosmic Mountain Ideology in Genesis and Exodus(Peeters, 2012), Who Shall Ascend the Mountain of the Lord?: A Biblical Theology of Leviticus(IVP Academic, 2015), and Exodus Old and New: A Biblical Theology of Redemption (IVP Academic, 2020). He can be reached at mmorales@gpts.edu. 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

The Koren Tanakh of the Land of Israel breathes new life into the biblical narrative by incorporating the latest discoveries from archaeology, Near Eastern studies, Egyptology and more to connect the ancient world with modern scholarship, offering readers a deeper and more informed understanding of the Bible. Tune in as we speak with Editor in Chief, David Arnovitz about the latest volume of The Koren Tanakh of the Land of Israel—Deuteronomy! David Arnovitz is Editor in Chief of The Koren Tanakh of the Land of Israel. 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

The Koren Tanakh of the Land of Israel breathes new life into the biblical narrative by incorporating the latest discoveries from archaeology, Near Eastern studies, Egyptology and more to connect the ancient world with modern scholarship, offering readers a deeper and more informed understanding of the Bible. Tune in as we speak with Editor in Chief, David Arnovitz about the latest volume of The Koren Tanakh of the Land of Israel—Deuteronomy! David Arnovitz is Editor in Chief of The Koren Tanakh of the Land of Israel. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/jewish-studies

In this episode of Hebrew Voices #230 - A Deeply Human Jewish God, Nehemia talks with Dr. Avi Kadish, a Medieval Jewish Philosophy expert and a Modern Day Masorete, discussing his work on producing an extremely accurate Tanakh text, the … Continue reading → The post Hebrew Voices #230 – A Deeply Human Jewish God appeared first on Nehemia's Wall.

In this episode we interview Reverend Darren who is a minister in the Presbyterian Church USA in Wisconsin.  This conversation started as a text and google doc exchange around the story of Amalek within the Old Testament of the Christian Bible and the Tanakh, or the Hebrew Bible. We talk about how we should understand the relationship between these biblical stories and documented history, their relationship to the Gaza genocide, and how we might fit our analyses of these narratives into the relationship between US imperialism and zionism. Along the way, Darren engages with questions of faith practice, the relative absence - and silence - of particularly Euro-American liberal Christian congregations among those standing in defense of Palestinian lives, and Palestinian sovereignty. Darren also discusses how the gears of US fascism - called for in documents like Project 2025 and Project Esther, and being enacted through the Trump administration - are being lubricated by the absurd and ethically vacuous nature of US liberalism.  A couple things to mention, this conversation was recorded 10 days ago, so the 8th year anniversary episode we mentioned is currently out on our YouTube channel. In addition to reflections from Josh and myself, it featured special appearances from Stefano Harney, Renee Johnston, Fred Moten, Sina Rahmani, and Lara Sheehi This episode was also recorded before the 2nd anniversary of Tufan Al Aqsa and before the ceasefire agreement. We have episodes on the YouTube channel about those developments as well, one putting Abdaljawad Omar and Lara Sheehi in conversation together and the other with Nora Barrows-Friedman from Electronic Intifada and Sina Rahmani from the East is a Podcast. As always the absolute best way to support us and to help us continue to sustain our work and hopefully grow as a project is to become a patron of the show or support us through our BuyMeACoffee page. Shout-out to all the people who gave us a little something for our 8th anniversary. Related conversations: "The Book of Genocide" Nick Estes w/ Justin Podur  "The Crusades: Then & Now" MAKC with Adnan Husain "Christian ZIonism & Zionist Settler Colonial Ideology" MAKC with Adnan Husain The original cover image (slightly re-colored) is available here: https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:The_Phillip_Medhurst_Picture_Torah_423._Joshua_fighting_Amalek._Exodus_cap_17_vv_10%2613._Galle.jpg

In this episode, we discuss a wild story about Jordan's sperm count, an absolutely insane phishing scam, how to get new online coaching clients without posting online, and more.We hope you enjoy this episode and if you'd like to join us in The Online Fitness Business Mentorship, you can grab your seat at https://www.fitnessbusinessmentorship.comThank you!-J & MWATCH this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/lc86Cc28EC8TIMESTAMPS:(00:00) — Intro(00:11) — Checking in on fear, anger, & stress(02:29) — Time vs money & the cost of convenience(08:12) — The ketchup conundrum(11:33) — These scams are getting intense (and scary)(17:28) — The art of conversation & the importance of delivery(25:12) — Jordan's sperm count & unhinged social media behavior(34:58) — Growing an online business WITHOUT social media(42:13) — Finding motivation beyond financial needs(48:52) — Has gym culture changed... Or is it just me?(53:44) — Some wisdom from the Tanakh(57:05) — Don't forget to get on our email list so you don't miss the Black Friday Mentorship saleFollow the show on social:YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@personaltrainerpodcastInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/personaltrainerpodcastTikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@personaltrainerpodcastJoin our email list & get our FREE '30 Ways To Build A Successful Online Coaching Business' manual: https://bit.ly/30O2l6pCheck out our new book 'Eat It!' at https://www.eatit-book.comIf you have any questions you'd like to have answered on the show, shoot us an email at info@fitnessbusinessmentorship.comIf you enjoyed the episode, we would sincerely appreciate it if you left a five-star review.----Post-Production by: David Margittai | In Post MediaWebsite: https://www.inpostmedia.comEmail: david@inpostmedia.com© 2025 Michael Vacanti & Jordan Syatt

Christians claim that Jesus is the Messiah, but how can we know if that is true? Jesus revealed the truth about himself through passages in the Torah, the Prophets, and the Writings, which together comprise the Tanakh (the Old Testament). Messianic Jewish author David Brickner will guide us through twelve prophecies from all three sections of the Tanakh to show why God promised a Messiah, how God planned to bless the whole world through the Jewish people, the location and strange circumstances of the Messiah's birth, and more. Join us for a fascinating conversation.Become a Parshall Partner: http://moodyradio.org/donateto/inthemarket/partnersSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.