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Biblical archaeology is abuzz with news of a new find upon Mount Ebal. What does it say? How old is it? Also, recent news reported that the Siloam Inscription was going to be returned to Israel from Istanbul. But why is it there in the first place and what does it have to do with […]
Fragment F of The Moses Scroll is literally a crossword puzzle. It is entirely unreadable but for a scattering of identified letters in the first column. Listen to Ross as he explains how he solved the puzzle to reconstruct the paragraph that appears immediately after the Decalogue. His reconstruction reads as follows: [… “Y]ou [speak] […]
The final two commandments, as they appear in The Moses Scroll, are as follows: You shall not desire • [your neighbor's] woman, • his maidservant, • or anything • that is • his. • I am • Elohim • your Elohim. • You shall not hate • your brother • in your heart. • I […]
Ever since Moses Shapira brought The Moses Scroll to the public in 1883 it has been and continues to be, keenly debated in the scholarly world. One point of contention, the commandment as it appears in the document: “You shall not respond • against your brother • with a testimony of • deceit. • I […]
Ezekiel 18:20 states that “The son shall not bear the guilt of the father, nor the father bear the guilt of the son. The righteousness of the righteous shall be upon himself, and the wickedness of the wicked shall be upon himself.” How does this resolve with passages such as Exodus 20:5, 34:7, and Deuteronomy […]
In this program, Ross & Jono make an exciting announcement and also discuss the next commandment “You shall not steal” discussing how The Moses Scroll‘s rendering of the commandment has more in common with Leviticus 19 and Zechariah 5 than Exodus 20 and Deuteronomy 5.
In this week’s show, Ross & Jono address the 5th Commandment as it appears in The Moses Scroll, “You shall not commit adultery • with the woman • of your neighbor. • I am • Elohim • your Elohim. •” What does it mean to adulterate? Why include the qualifier “of your neighbor”? and who […]
The 4th Commandment as it appears in The Moses Scroll is, “You shall not kill • the soul of • your brother. • I am • Elohim • your Elohim. •” But what does it mean to “kill the soul” and what exactly is a soul? Why does the Moses Scroll include the qualifier “of […]
In this episode of their current series discussing the Ten Words according to The Moses Scroll, Ross and Jono discuss the command regarding “parents.” Typically translated as honor/honour, the Hebrew word actually means “give weight.” Does this “command” contain a promise of reward? What was the original reading?
On the lid of the Ark of the Covenant are two formed images of heavenly creatures known as Cherubim. They guard the two stone tablets upon which God inscribed the Ten Commandments. The first of these commandments states “You shall not make for yourselves a carved thing or any formed thing which is in the […]
Ross and Jono have finally reached the focal point of the text of The Moses Scroll: the Ten Words. In this episode, they provide details about what set THIS version of the Decalogue apart from all others.
In Deuteronomy, the Shema comes after the Ten Commandments. In The Moses Scroll, it comes before. Which is more consistent? Is there a detectable pattern in the Pentateuch when it comes to instruction? Find out in this week’s episode.
Ross & Jono continue with a careful study of the journeys of the Children of Israel contained within the text of The Moses Scroll. Comparing this text to the canonical version found within the Pentateuch, they reveal some interesting variants … variants that resolve discrepancies observed by scholars. What does Zamzumim mean? What is the […]
The Pentateuch contains several sections that purportedly describe the travel itinerary of the Children of Israel in their wilderness journeys. Sorting the route has proven most difficult due to inconsistencies between books, conflicting place names in the various sources, confused geographical references, and occasional references from later scribes. Numbers 33:1-2 informs us in the third […]
“…and God committed adultery”?!? How did this highly controversial mistranscription from the paleo-Hebrew text of The Moses Scroll occur? What did it actually say and did it concur with the canonical text? Find out in this week’s episode!
Whose idea was it to send the spies? Whose idea was it to delegate leadership? Who are the Anakites and is there any archaeological evidence to even support their existence? More importantly, are any of the above narratives derived from the Moses Scroll? Find out in this week's episode!
In this episode, Ross answers excellent questions from the following comment left by a Truth2U listener: I find this subject fascinating, but so far have failed to grasp what it is that has both of you believing it is an authentic predecessor to our modern Deuteronomy. We don't have the originals to perform any tests […]
This week, Ross and Jono work through the opening verses of The Moses Scroll. They discuss some of the notable readings in the text, comparing and contrasting them with the Masoretic text. One of the interesting points of the manuscript is that aside from the opening and closing lines, it uses Elohim rather than the […]
This week, Ross and Jono begin to introduce their listeners to the text of a fascinating manuscript. Called The Moses Scroll by Ross in his recently published book, and The Valediction of Moses by Harvard scholar Idan Dershowitz – both of whom believe that it is ancient and authentic. Could this manuscript be the earliest […]
Sometime in early spring of 1883, Moses Shapira came upon a book that made him reconsider the objections of Schlottmann and Delitzsch. As he put it in a letter to Hermann Strack dated 9 May 1883, “A short time ago a book called Einleitung in das Alte Testament [Introduction to the Old Testament] von [by] Friedrich Bleek […]
The Bible tells of a ceremony that is to be completed once the children of Israel cross into the Promised Land. The Book of Deuteronomy describes the ceremony as a reciting of Blessings and Curses to be spoken from Mounts Gerizim and Ebal. The details of the ceremony are given in Deuteronomy 11, 27, and […]
In 1878, Moses Wilhelm Shapira, a Jerusalem antiquities dealer and scroll merchant came to possess a fascinating collection of leather strips. He believed that these leather strips, written in Paleo Hebrew were an ancient form of the Bible’s Book of Deuteronomy. He made a transcription of the manuscript and carefully noted variations between the message […]
Two mounts, Gerizim and Ebal, are associated with a ceremony to be performed when the children of Israel cross into the promised land. The details of the ceremony are mentioned in Deuteronomy chapters 11 and 27, and also in Joshua chapter 8 where, according to the narrative, the ceremony actually takes place. The narratives contained […]
Top Ten Genesis Gleanings (Chapters 1-3) At the first of ELOHIM creating … ordering not origin of the universe ELOHIM=EL/Eloah, EL Elyon, EL Shaddai=Force or power, thus “the Force of all Forces” and the concept of the nameless “unnamed” One YeHoVah used for the first time in 2:4 is not a “name” per se, and […]
The sin of believing in a false document, is not much greater than disbelieving the truth. The tendency of showing great scholarship by detecting a forgery is rather great in our age. Moses Wilhelm Shapira – 1883
Ross Nichols comes onto Truth2U for his first-ever discussion on his recently published #1 Amazon Bestseller, The Moses Scroll. Ross pays tribute to the memory of Moses Shapira and brings us up to date regarding today’s news articles on the topic that has the world buzzing with heightened curiosity, just as it did when Shapira […]
In this episode of Gleanings from Genesis, your hosts pick up their discussion within chapter 3. They take a close look at the results of the eating from the forbidden tree. “And YHVH ELOHIM said, “Look!—the soil-creature has become like one from us, to know good and bad; and now, lest he send forth his […]
In this episode of Gleanings from Genesis, Jono, James, and Ross pick up with the account of the happenings in a garden, located east in Eden. They carefully work through the narrative commenting on such things as the purpose of mankind according to Genesis, the introduction and naming of other life forms, the entrance into […]
In this episode, Ross and Jono discuss a question sent in by Piper Kelly. The question was based upon Ezekiel’s vision contained in chapters 40-48. Piper said, “This prophecy has not been fulfilled. I would love to hear you both discuss the Tabernacle, the sacrifices, the prince, the healing waters, the trees with healing leaves, […]
Where is the Book of Jasher quoted in the Bible? How is it that we have verses from sources in our Scriptures but no longer have these books? This week, Ross and Jono discuss a question sent in by Richard Tescher. The discussion addresses the main question sent in by our listener but then takes […]
Why is there so much focus on a Messiah in Judaism and Christianity? Jono and Ross take these questions on from the texts of the Hebrew Bible. The discussion covers the meaning of the term Messiah, usages in the Tanakh, the Bible’s first allusion to a messiah, the concept of the messiah in Torah, the […]
Truth2U listeners will know Rabbi Michael Skobac from the popular 365 Messianic Prophecies series. He now has a new website called Torah Paths and already has a FREE eBook available! You may be Jewish, Noahide, considering conversion, or simply curious about Judaism and Torah study. We are here to help guide you on your journey […]
In episode five, the discussion begins with an explanation of textual divisions transmitted by the hands of ancient scribes before the introduction of chapters and verses into the texts. Genesis 2:4 is the beginning of the second division, the subject of which is the “bringing forth of the skies and the land.” A central point […]
In this show, Jono and Ross discuss the research behind Ross’ forthcoming book, Finding the Hand of Moses – THE Torah Within OUR TorahThe first five books of the Bible are known as the Torah of Moses. According to tradition, they are believed to be the work of a single, ancient author – Moses. Biblical scholarship denies […]
In Episode Four, the 5th, 6th, and 7th days of the creation account are covered in The Book Of Genesis from the Transparent English Bible. The discussion follows the ordering of life culminating in the making of a distinct creature. This soil-creature is made in the image and likeness of Elohim. What is this one? […]
In Episode Three, the discussion picks up with the third and fourth days of creation and the continuation of what began on the second day. The waters below the expanse are gathered together to form seas causing dry land to appear, which then produces sprouting sprouts, plants seeding seed, and fruit trees making fruit – […]
In Episode Three, the discussion picks up with the third and fourth days of creation and the continuation of what began on the second day. The waters below the expanse are gathered together to form seas causing dry land to appear, which then produces sprouting sprouts, plants seeding seed, and fruit trees making fruit – […]
In Episode Two of Gleanings from Genesis, the details of ‘day one’ and the ‘second day’ are discussed. Working through the Transparent English Bible (Genesis 1:1-8), the rhythm and cadence of the original Hebrew are highlighted. What begins to emerge is an ancient story of the transformation of a desolate and waste planet into the […]
In Episode Two of Gleanings from Genesis, the details of ‘day one’ and the ‘second day’ are discussed. Working through the Transparent English Bible (Genesis 1:1-8), the rhythm and cadence of the original Hebrew are highlighted. What begins to emerge is an ancient story of the transformation of a desolate and waste planet into the […]
In the opening episode of Gleanings from Genesis, your hosts discuss Dr James Tabor’s newly released, The Book of Genesis – a New Translation from the Transparent English Bible. Dr Tabor highlights some of the unique features of this translation and details his approach to the work of translating Genesis. Listeners are introduced to the […]
In the opening episode of Gleanings from Genesis, your hosts discuss Dr James Tabor’s newly released, The Book of Genesis – a New Translation from the Transparent English Bible. Dr Tabor highlights some of the unique features of this translation and details his approach to the work of translating Genesis. Listeners are introduced to the […]
Jono and Jason speak with Dr James Tabor about his book, Restoring Abrahamic Faith. Listen to me, you who pursue righteousness, you who seek the Lord:look to the rock from which you were hewn… Look to Abraham your father… Isaiah 51
Jono and Jason speak with Dr James Tabor about his book, Restoring Abrahamic Faith. Listen to me, you who pursue righteousness, you who seek the Lord:look to the rock from which you were hewn… Look to Abraham your father… Isaiah 51
It was my recent pleasure to talk with Gene Porter, host of 2730 Years and Counting, a New Testament believing podcast focused on the two houses of Israel. We had an in-depth discussion centring on the question of who inherits land. Can a non-Israelite become the “seed of Israel”? Are there any such examples in […]
It was my recent pleasure to talk with Gene Porter, host of 2730 Years and Counting, a New Testament believing podcast focused on the two houses of Israel. We had an in-depth discussion centring on the question of who inherits land. Can a non-Israelite become the “seed of Israel”? Are there any such examples in […]
For thus said the Lord of hosts (after his glory sent me) regarding the nations that plundered you: Truly, one who touches you touches the apple of my eye. – Zech 2:8 (v12 in the Hebrew) Join us for this year’s Tanakh Tour of Israel!
For thus said the Lord of hosts (after his glory sent me) regarding the nations that plundered you: Truly, one who touches you touches the apple of my eye. – Zech 2:8 (v12 in the Hebrew) Join us for this year’s Tanakh Tour of Israel!
In this week’s episode, your hosts begin to work through the reign of Saul, discovering the nobler traits that led to his initial selection. Jono and Ross then take a closer look at the role of the Prophet in the making of the king. They find a linguistic connection between the prophet and the king […]
In this week’s episode, your hosts begin to work through the reign of Saul, discovering the nobler traits that led to his initial selection. Jono and Ross then take a closer look at the role of the Prophet in the making of the king. They find a linguistic connection between the prophet and the king […]
In episode three, Jono & Ross finally arrive at Deuteronomy 17:14-20, the Torah of the King. Why didn’t they begin with this passage in episode 1? In fact, why didn’t anybody mention this passage within the appointment of Abimelech in Judges 9:6 or the demand for a king in 1 Sam 8:5? Moreover, how is […]
In episode three, Jono & Ross finally arrive at Deuteronomy 17:14-20, the Torah of the King. Why didn’t they begin with this passage in episode 1? In fact, why didn’t anybody mention this passage within the appointment of Abimelech in Judges 9:6 or the demand for a king in 1 Sam 8:5? Moreover, how is […]
As we concluded episode 2 Ross predicted that Jono would keep him up all night debating the implications of the king/priest, Melchizedek. He wasn’t wrong. Rather than pick up with this topic in episode 3 we decided to let you be the fly on the wall of what was a very clarifying conversation. Join us […]
As we concluded episode 2 Ross predicted that Jono would keep him up all night debating the implications of the king/priest, Melchizedek. He wasn’t wrong. Rather than pick up with this topic in episode 3 we decided to let you be the fly on the wall of what was a very clarifying conversation. Join us […]
The Anointed One and the Ones Who Anoint Them In this episode, Ross and Jono begin with the anointing of Saul. They discuss the anointing ceremony and the origins of the messiah idea. The conversation gets into the subject of anointing and includes the makeup of the special oil, the anointer, and the Anointed. Your […]
The Anointed One and the Ones Who Anoint Them In this episode, Ross and Jono begin with the anointing of Saul. They discuss the anointing ceremony and the origins of the messiah idea. The conversation gets into the subject of anointing and includes the makeup of the special oil, the anointer, and the Anointed. Your […]
In the beginning, there was a special kingdom. This kingdom differed from all other kingdoms, but alas, the people of the kingdom chose to be like all the other kingdoms – and rejected their king. The roots of this rebellion go deep into the past and are reflected in the words of an ancient parable. […]
In the beginning, there was a special kingdom. This kingdom differed from all other kingdoms, but alas, the people of the kingdom chose to be like all the other kingdoms – and rejected their king. The roots of this rebellion go deep into the past and are reflected in the words of an ancient parable. […]
What are some of the tools of the Anti-Semite according to the working definition of Anti-Semitism and how are they used within different religious and political expressions? What was the motivation behind the Anti-Semitic terrorist attack that took the life of Ari Fuld, hero of Israel, exactly one year ago? Furthermore, how is one to […]
What are some of the tools of the Anti-Semite according to the working definition of Anti-Semitism and how are they used within different religious and political expressions? What was the motivation behind the Anti-Semitic terrorist attack that took the life of Ari Fuld, hero of Israel, exactly one year ago? Furthermore, how is one to […]
Jono had the privilege of speaking with Maurice Klein and Lily Steiner on J-air’s Shabbat Shalom program about Israel On My Mind and the highly anticipated 2020 Vision Israel Tour hosted by the Australian Jewish Association and Israel New Talk Radio! Join us for the AJA/INTR 2020 Vision Israel Tour this coming March!
Jono had the privilege of speaking with Maurice Klein and Lily Steiner on J-air’s Shabbat Shalom program about Israel On My Mind and the highly anticipated 2020 Vision Israel Tour hosted by the Australian Jewish Association and Israel New Talk Radio! Join us for the AJA/INTR 2020 Vision Israel Tour this coming March!
In this week’s show, Ross and Jono share their thoughts on the recent Israeli elections, Bibi’s win, and rumours about the contents of the long-awaited peace plan being called the “Deal of the Century.” Bibi’s opponents aren’t the only losers covered in this week’s show. Iran is mad that the U.S. listed its Revolutionary Guard […]
In this week’s show, Ross and Jono share their thoughts on the recent Israeli elections, Bibi’s win, and rumours about the contents of the long-awaited peace plan being called the “Deal of the Century.” Bibi’s opponents aren’t the only losers covered in this week’s show. Iran is mad that the U.S. listed its Revolutionary Guard […]
Jono and Jason discuss a proposed cable car line suggested for the old city and the issues it has caused because of its proximity with a Karaite graveyard. Along the way, the conversation takes in flight, ceilings, plastic bags and the dangers of penis enlargement.
Jono and Jason discuss a proposed cable car line suggested for the old city and the issues it has caused because of its proximity with a Karaite graveyard. Along the way, the conversation takes in flight, ceilings, plastic bags and the dangers of penis enlargement.
Join Jono & Jason at the local pub for a fun chat about Saint Valentine and the history thereof. Join us for this year’s Tanakh Tour of Israel!
Join Jono & Jason at the local pub for a fun chat about Saint Valentine and the history thereof. Join us for this year’s Tanakh Tour of Israel!
Why is Armageddon marked as the battlefield for Israel’s final war? Join Rabbi Tovia Singer and Jono Vandor for this eye-opening and unforgettable broadcast on the End of Days! Join us for this year’s Tanakh Tour of Israel!
Why is Armageddon marked as the battlefield for Israel’s final war? Join Rabbi Tovia Singer and Jono Vandor for this eye-opening and unforgettable broadcast on the End of Days! Join us for this year’s Tanakh Tour of Israel!
How is a month, a leap month, or a year reckoned according to the biblical calendar? What are the historical traditions and do Karaites observe an “oral law” in following practices not clearly stipulated in the text? And what is the difference in understanding the first month of a biblical year and Rosh Hashanah? Join […]
How is a month, a leap month, or a year reckoned according to the biblical calendar? What are the historical traditions and do Karaites observe an “oral law” in following practices not clearly stipulated in the text? And what is the difference in understanding the first month of a biblical year and Rosh Hashanah? Join […]
Is it too little for you to have eaten up the good pasture, that you must tread down with your feet the residue of your pasture—and to have drunk of the clear waters, that you must foul the residue with your feet? And as for My flock, they eat what you have trampled with your […]
Is it too little for you to have eaten up the good pasture, that you must tread down with your feet the residue of your pasture—and to have drunk of the clear waters, that you must foul the residue with your feet? And as for My flock, they eat what you have trampled with your […]
“Second Samuel Seven Sixteen” is a tongue twister for Christianity for more reasons than one! Listen as Michael Skobac explains the messianic significance of 2 Sam 7:12-16. This segment was taken from a study that investigated 365 “messianic prophecies” that Christians claim Jesus fulfilled from the Hebrew Bible! Join us for this year’s Tanakh Tour […]
“Second Samuel Seven Sixteen” is a tongue twister for Christianity for more reasons than one! Listen as Michael Skobac explains the messianic significance of 2 Sam 7:12-16. This segment was taken from a study that investigated 365 “messianic prophecies” that Christians claim Jesus fulfilled from the Hebrew Bible! Join us for this year’s Tanakh Tour […]
Have you ever wanted to hear the Christmas narrative told from a Jewish perspective? Can you imagine the story of the birth of Jesus narrated by an Orthodox Rabbi? Now you have that opportunity! Listen as Rabbi Tovia Singer recounts in detail the introductory events across the Gospels. More importantly, Tovia addresses the Gospel fulfilment […]
For unto us a Child is born, Unto us a Son is given; And the government will be upon His shoulder. And His name will be called Wonderful, Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace. Of the increase of His government and peace There will be no end, Upon the throne of David and […]
Have you ever wanted to hear the Christmas narrative told from a Jewish perspective? Can you imagine the story of the birth of Jesus narrated by an Orthodox Rabbi? Now you have that opportunity! Listen as Rabbi Tovia Singer recounts in detail the introductory events across the Gospels. More importantly, Tovia addresses the Gospel fulfilment […]
For unto us a Child is born, Unto us a Son is given; And the government will be upon His shoulder. And His name will be called Wonderful, Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace. Of the increase of His government and peace There will be no end, Upon the throne of David and […]
The Tanakh Tour, with Rabbi Tovia Singer, Jono Vandor, & Ross Nichols, will bring your Bible to life as you walk where Kings, Priests, and Prophets walked while experiencing the modern miracle that is the State of Israel. The tour highlights Israel’s past, present and future, by uniquely connecting people with the history, present-day realities, and […]
Everything I command you that you shall be careful to do it. You shall neither add to it nor subtract from it. If there will arise among you a prophet or a dreamer of a dream, and he gives you a sign or a wonder, and the sign or the wonder of which he spoke […]
The Tanakh Tour, with Rabbi Tovia Singer, Jono Vandor, & Ross Nichols, will bring your Bible to life as you walk where Kings, Priests, and Prophets walked while experiencing the modern miracle that is the State of Israel. The tour highlights Israel’s past, present and future, by uniquely connecting people with the history, present-day realities, and […]
Everything I command you that you shall be careful to do it. You shall neither add to it nor subtract from it. If there will arise among you a prophet or a dreamer of a dream, and he gives you a sign or a wonder, and the sign or the wonder of which he spoke […]
Any animal that has a cloven hoof that is completely split into double hooves, and which brings up its cud that one you may eat. – Leviticus 11:3 Join us for this year’s Tanakh Tour of Israel! Hebrew In Israel
According to the Gospel of Matthew, Jesus was born of a virgin “that it might be fulfilled which was spoken by the Lord through the prophet, saying: “Behold, the virgin shall be with child, and bear a Son, and they shall call His name Immanuel,” which is translated, “God with us.” Join Rabbi Michael Skobac […]
Which is more essential to Christian theology; Davidic genealogy or the virgin birth? Because you can’t have both. Listen as Tovia Singer explains how the genealogies of Jesus & the virgin birth narratives fight with each other. Join us for this year’s Tanakh Tour of Israel! OutreachJudaism.org
So all this was done that it might be fulfilled which was spoken by the Lord through the prophet, saying: “Behold, the virgin shall be with child, and bear a Son, and they shall call His name Immanuel,” which is translated, “God with us.” – Matthew 1:22-23 Join us for this year’s Tanakh Tour of […]
Chanukkah, for many, has become a kind of “Jewish Christmas”. Yet the Maccabees stood against assimilation into a foreign culture and fought hard to retain and defend the Torah and the purity of the Jewish people. This is the time of year we remember the courageous and victorious Maccabean revolt against those who would force […]
Fibber McGee And Molly Show-A Fresh Start For New Year 12-28-43 http://oldtimeradiodvd.com Collections On Sale. Rabbi Tovia Singer is the founder and director of Outreach Judaism and hosts The Tovia Singer Show on Arutz Sheva’s Israel National News. He is the author of the acclaimed “Let’s Get Biblical” audio series and book which asks “Why doesn’t Judaism accept the Christian Messiah?” More recently Tovia is recording the second season of Torah Pearls on Truth2U with Jono and Jason. - See more at: http://www.truth2u.org/israel-tours#sthash.roMvnGnq.dpuf
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