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Sabbatai Zevi was a 17th-century Jewish figure who claimed to be the Messiah. He established a messianic movement known as Sabbateanism. After facing pressure, he converted to Islam. His followers who also converted became known as the Dönme. Jacob Frank emerged in the 18th century as a successor to Sabbatai Zevi. Frank founded the Frankist movement, which continued and expanded upon some of Sabbateanism's antinomian beliefs. Frank and his followers also engaged in practices seen as transgressions of traditional Jewish law. Illuminati Connection: Some theories suggest that the Sabbatean-Frankist movement, including figures like Jacob Frank, influenced or was even involved with the Illuminati. These theories claim that the Illuminati, potentially influenced by Frankist ideologies, aimed to undermine religions and governments for various purposes, such as establishing a "New World Order". Rumble: https://rumble.com/c/TheFactHunterWebsite: truthernet.com Email: thefacthunter@mail.com Snail Mail: George Hobbs PO Box 109 Goldsboro, MD 21636Show Notes:Can God Bless America?: A Biblical Call for the Repentance of a Nation https://a.co/d/bk3EUwc 1666 and the SABBATEAN ROOTS of the NEW WORLD DISORDER https://libertysentinel.org/1666-and-the-sabbatean-roots-of-the-new-world-disorder/ Nathan Stubblefield (Thank Frankie) https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Nathan_Stubblefield
Saving money on fuel has come out on top in new research looking at the benefits of driving an electric vehicle in Ireland. The survey, which also found a large majority would recommend an EV to others, was carried out by ePower and the Irish Electric Vehicle Association. When respondents were asked about the benefits of driving an EV: 72% of respondents pointed to the savings on fuel costs 61% highlighted reducing emissions and being better for the environment 45% mentioned being able to charge their vehicle at home 37% said they liked having a quieter vehicle 93% would 'definitely' or 'probably' recommend an EV to other people. The survey also asked motorists about the challenges facing them as EV users in Ireland. The results showed: More than half (58%) see the availability of public charging as the biggest challenge 30% of people said price is the biggest challenge of owning an EV 11% cited range concerns as their biggest challenge of owning an EV Among those who had problems with public charging, 40% of respondents said availability is their main problem 23% said issues operating the units are their biggest concern with public charging CEO of ePower John O'Keeffe says the results tally with what he's hearing on the ground: "It's very interesting to see over seven in ten people identify savings on fuel costs as the biggest benefit of EV driving. Set against the rising costs of fossil fuels and the surge in EV purchases so far in 2025, it's clear that people in Ireland are increasingly ready to make the switch away from internal combustion engines, and we're excited about what the future of driving here will hold. "We understand the concerns around public charging, and we're proud to work with ZEVI, which is dedicated to helping people in Ireland make the switch to electric vehicles. We've also made great strides in partnerships with local authorities, shopping centre operators and leisure facilities like racecourses and hotels to help increase the rollout of chargers. The availability of public charging facilities is key to a wider adoption of EV driving, and we're looking forward to playing our part in improving the service in the coming years". More about Irish Tech News Irish Tech News are Ireland's No. 1 Online Tech Publication and often Ireland's No.1 Tech Podcast too. You can find hundreds of fantastic previous episodes and subscribe using whatever platform you like via our Anchor.fm page here: https://anchor.fm/irish-tech-news If you'd like to be featured in an upcoming Podcast email us at Simon@IrishTechNews.ie now to discuss. Irish Tech News have a range of services available to help promote your business. Why not drop us a line at Info@IrishTechNews.ie now to find out more about how we can help you reach our audience. You can also find and follow us on Twitter, LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, TikTok and Snapchat.
Unpacking The Contents Of The Longest Parsha
Why do we focus so much on Torah Study When We received all 613 mitzvos on Shavuos and Torah study is just one of them?What are the different components of this special mitzva?What does it mean to study 'Torah Lishma' Torah for it's own sake?How much studying are we obligated to do?
The Power of a Friend
Today's daf is sponsored by Dianne Kuchar in loving memory of her husband Dennis, Shimon Avraham, on his 3rd yahrzeit. "We all miss him." Today's daf is sponsored by Raquel Pilzer & Jennifer Lankin in loving memory of their beloved brother, Avigdor Chai Avraham on his 4th yahrzeit. "You are always on our minds and in our hearts." And also for the constant strength & safety of Raquel's husband Zevi in his current round of miluim." Today's daf is sponsored by Sara Berelowitz in honor of her newest grandchild, Levi, son of Chava and Meyer Sterman. The Gemara establishes the Mishna according to Rabbi Yishmael by explaining the case of oaths in the Mishna to refer to one who transgresses intentionally and is to receive lashes, not a sacrifice. This raises a difficulty with Rabbi Yochanan who holds like an unattributed Mishna but does not hold by this Mishna, as there is a case where no action is performed and Rabbi Yochanan holds there are no lashes in that case. To resolve the difficulty, they bring a different Mishna that Rabbi Yochanan holds by instead. Why would Rabbi Yochanan choose one and not the other? Why would Rebbi bring two different contradictory Mishnayot? After resolving all the issues, the Gemara raises a further issue. How can the Mishna be referring to lashes as leprosy and Shabbat as they are not punishable by lashes? There is a case of leprosy where one receives lashes and for Shabbat there are lashes if one is warned regarding lashes as Rabbi Yishmael holds that a negative commandment that is punishable by death can also be punishable by lashes. This explains why from the start the Mishna was explained according to Rabbi Yishmael. However, the Gemara questions this last point as the Mishna clearly doesn't accord with Rabbi Akiva for other reasons as he does not include one who forgets about the Temple and sacrificial items. This question can be resolved in the same way as we read the Mishna according to Rabbi Yishmael, with lashes instead of a sacrifice. After resolving the previous issues, more difficulties are raised with explaining the Mishna to be referring to lashes, as in the case of impurity, it is clear from the wording in the Mishna that the issue is one who sinned unwittingly and is obligated to bring a sacrifice. Therefore Rav Kahana (on the basis of Rav Yosef, but with a modification) explains that the Mishna accords with Rebbi who holds like Rabbi Yishmael in the case of impurity and Rabbi Akiva in the case of oaths. How can Rav Kahana be sure that Rebbi holds like Rabbi Yishmael in impurity and Rabbi Akiva in oaths. The Gemara provides sources for each one.
Today's daf is sponsored by Dianne Kuchar in loving memory of her husband Dennis, Shimon Avraham, on his 3rd yahrzeit. "We all miss him." Today's daf is sponsored by Raquel Pilzer & Jennifer Lankin in loving memory of their beloved brother, Avigdor Chai Avraham on his 4th yahrzeit. "You are always on our minds and in our hearts." And also for the constant strength & safety of Raquel's husband Zevi in his current round of miluim." Today's daf is sponsored by Sara Berelowitz in honor of her newest grandchild, Levi, son of Chava and Meyer Sterman. The Gemara establishes the Mishna according to Rabbi Yishmael by explaining the case of oaths in the Mishna to refer to one who transgresses intentionally and is to receive lashes, not a sacrifice. This raises a difficulty with Rabbi Yochanan who holds like an unattributed Mishna but does not hold by this Mishna, as there is a case where no action is performed and Rabbi Yochanan holds there are no lashes in that case. To resolve the difficulty, they bring a different Mishna that Rabbi Yochanan holds by instead. Why would Rabbi Yochanan choose one and not the other? Why would Rebbi bring two different contradictory Mishnayot? After resolving all the issues, the Gemara raises a further issue. How can the Mishna be referring to lashes as leprosy and Shabbat as they are not punishable by lashes? There is a case of leprosy where one receives lashes and for Shabbat there are lashes if one is warned regarding lashes as Rabbi Yishmael holds that a negative commandment that is punishable by death can also be punishable by lashes. This explains why from the start the Mishna was explained according to Rabbi Yishmael. However, the Gemara questions this last point as the Mishna clearly doesn't accord with Rabbi Akiva for other reasons as he does not include one who forgets about the Temple and sacrificial items. This question can be resolved in the same way as we read the Mishna according to Rabbi Yishmael, with lashes instead of a sacrifice. After resolving the previous issues, more difficulties are raised with explaining the Mishna to be referring to lashes, as in the case of impurity, it is clear from the wording in the Mishna that the issue is one who sinned unwittingly and is obligated to bring a sacrifice. Therefore Rav Kahana (on the basis of Rav Yosef, but with a modification) explains that the Mishna accords with Rebbi who holds like Rabbi Yishmael in the case of impurity and Rabbi Akiva in the case of oaths. How can Rav Kahana be sure that Rebbi holds like Rabbi Yishmael in impurity and Rabbi Akiva in oaths. The Gemara provides sources for each one.
The Meaning Of The Metzora
What does the Korban Pesach symbolize?How many laws do you know that make the Korban Pesach unique from all other Korbanos)?Why is the Shabbos before Pesach called Shabbos Hagadol?Why is it celebrated on Shabbos instead of the actual date that it occurred?
Building With Your Heart
The Hidden Secrets of Seemingly Simple Purim Mitzvos
Backwards or Forwards?
From Boca Raton, Florida, this is Behind the Bima. On this week's episode, Rabbi Efrem Goldberg, Rabbi Philip Moskowitz, and Rabbi Josh Broide sit down with the extraordinary Zevi Samet—a dynamic yeshiva bachur and celebrated basketball star whose journey is as inspiring off the court as it is on. Zevi shares his unique story of balancing Torah learning with athletic excellence, revealing how every game-winning shot is a lesson in perseverance, faith, and self-motivation. Join us as we explore his transformative path, the sacrifices made in pursuit of excellence, and the powerful role of Torah in every facet of his life.Plus, get the inside scoop on our groundbreaking new media center, a campus expansion that's doubling our impact, and our record-breaking global charity matching campaign that raised $6 million in just 48 hours!All this and more, Behind the Bima.00:00 - Introduction14:51 - Interview
Zevi Samet is a captain on the YU basketball team and host of the YU Ball: beyond the court podcast. Hear about his journey on the court and his amazing off the court initiatives.To contact Zevi about speaking opportunities or the podcast: zsbeyondthecourt@gmail.comLinks mentioned in the episode:GoFundMe: https://gofund.me/5e4e2263 Roy Episode: https://youtu.be/8iC9cp1jDNsOr Episode: https://youtu.be/txrst-dt6iYFind more videos on the Meaningful Minute app and 24Six @zevi.samet.The 501c: TAKE TEN 4 TORAH, 9 BROKAW LANE, GREAT NECK NY 11023 (TAX ID # 83-1308961) MEMO - ZEVI'S PROJECT-----To sponsor an episode: JewsShmoozeMarketing@gmail.comListen on the phone!! UK: 44-333-366-0589 IL: 972-79-579-5005 USA: 712-432-2903Check out the Jews Shmooze T-shirts and mug: https://rb.gy/qp543
A Home For Hashem or A Home For Us?
Cashing In on the Law: Understanding the Torah's Monetary System
Hearing Is Believing What did Yisro hear? What did Yisro do when He came to the Jewish encampment? What did Moshe do in response? How do you eat bread before Hashem?
When We Face Challenges What was the 'profession' of our forefathers? Why did Hashem want the Jews to travel to Eretz Yisrael in a roundabout way instead of going the shorter more direct route? What was so difficult and unique with the act of Nachshon Ben Aminadav that no one else was able to do it?
Darker Than Dark? Can you name all the ten plagues? Do you know the explanation behind the plagues? What was the final plague and why wat it the most significant? (Why was it saved for last?)
Who was the first person to call the Jewish people a nation? Do you know where the first time the Jewish people are called Bnei Yisrael - Children of Israel? Understand Pharoah's reasoning why he enslaved the Jews.
One Fish Two Fish Why fish? What was so special about Menashe and Ephraim? What is the central theme of the book of Bereshis? As we are at the close of the book of Bereshis what lessons can we take from it?
Seeing Stars?
Xava De Cordova is the co-founder of Shel Maala: a digital-first queer Yeshiva, and the co-host of Xai, How are You, one of our favorite fellow-podcasts in the Jewish podcasting universe. She is about to be teaching an amazing 3-week mini-course in the UnYeshiva, entitled Sabbatean Heresy: Shabbetai Tzvi and Permitting the Forbidden. We're thrilled to be offering a sneak-preview of the course by offering up this episode of Judaism Unbound featuring De Cordova, along with Michael Sokolovsky -- her co-host of Xai, How are You.Sign up for the UnYeshiva mini-course Sabbatean Heresy: Shabbetai Tzvi and Permitting the Forbidden here! Financial aid for the mini-course is available via this link, and no one will be turned away for lack of funds.
Who Pioneered The Animal Rights Movement?
What Is True Love?
Why was Yaakov preparing Lentil soup? What did Eisav mean when he said "look, I am going to die"? Why Did Eisav call it 'red stuff' instead of just calling it 'lentil soup'? What was so special about the blessings that caused both Eisav and Yaakov to want them so badly? How were these blessings different than the ones Yitzchak eventually gave to Eisav?
Where did Hashem tell Avraham to go? Why didn't Hashem tell Avraham where he was supposed to go?
Do you know what the word 'Viduy' means? What is the primary area of focus on Yom Kippur? When we ask Hashem for life what are we asking for Why is there a Mitzvah of Teshuvah, Repenting? (What would happen if we didn't have that mitzvah?)
Can Teshuvah bring us joy? What is the first step of Teshuvah? What do we need to do/have even before we begin the Teshuvah process?
What is the secret message of the Bikkurim What can we do nowadays that we don't have Bikkurim? Are all Farmers happy fellows?
What does the phrase "Lo suchal l'hisaleim" mean? What is unique about the Mitzvah of 'Shiluach Hakan', sending away the mother bird before you take the eggs? What 'Elul Message' can we take from this week's Parsha?
Christian Historical Fiction Talk is listener supported. When you buy things through this site, we may earn an affiliate commission.Become a patron and enjoy special perks and bonus content.Connilyn Cossette and I had a great time catching up and talking about her new book, Shield of the Mighty. She tells us more about the entire series, why story is important, the cultural context of her books, and how she feels about coming to the end of her homeschooling career. Patrons will hear about her favorite writing spot and why she loves it so much.Shield of the Mighty by Connilyn CossetteCaptured by the Philistines as a young boy, Zevi has grown into a formidable warrior. As a captain in King Saul's army, he is assigned a crucial mission: Recruit soldiers, gather tribute for the royal coffers, and find talented artisans for the king's court. But when he is sent to Maresha, the town he was forced to leave as a child, he faces a startling truth--the elder council rejects King Saul and his campaign against their enemies.Yochana, a widow and skilled woman of business, is captivated by a stranger who enters her perfume shop. Upon discovering he is not only a soldier but a captain responsible for enlisting young men to die in battle, fury and pain from her past loss resurfaces, threatening to consume her. But when Zevi's actions in Maresha entangle Yochana in his radical scheme, they're forced to confront present dangers and past scars.Embark on a journey through ancient Israel with bestselling and award-winning author Connilyn Cossette in this exhilarating tale of vengeance, justice, and healing.Get your copy of Shield of the Mighty.Get the first book of the series, Voice of the Ancient.Meet Connilyn:“She is too fond of books, and it has addled her brain.”― Louisa May AlcottI was that girl. The one with her nose in books all the time. The one with a stack of library books up to her chin. The one who got caught reading under her desk in school (usually during math class). Among all those lovely books that 'addled my brain' as a young girl, the ones that became my best friends were the historical novels—the ones whose rich details and long-ago adventures took me to Regency England, Ancient Israel, the Civil War Era South, hidden rooms in WWII Amsterdam, Colonial America and into the Wild West. It was these stories that brought history to life in a way that schoolbooks never could, and fueled a desire to imagine myself in these times and places that would eventually spill over into my own writing. Since my first book was published in 2016 my books have appeared on numerous bestseller lists, have won both Christy and Carol Awards and have sold thousands of copies all over the world in several languages.And none of it would have ever happened without those first knee-shaking steps of faith and a God whose faithfulness and goodness far outweighs my doubts and insecurities.Thank you for stopping by, I'd love to connect with you on Facebook, Pinterest, or Twitter and you are welcome to drop me an email at connilyn@connilyncossette.com. Don't forget to sign up for my newsletter that will bring you exciting updates and opportunities for giveaways and sales!Visit Connilyn's website.
In how many places did the Jews camp in the desert? Why is it significant enough that the Torah enumerates each one? What can we learn from the chapter of vows? What did Moshe do that 'proved' that he was a real servant of Hashem?
Moshe wasn't allowed to enter Eretz Yisrael. What did Hashem allow him to do instead? What can we learn from this? Who was Pinchas and what Middah (character trait) did he excel in? How was he rewarded? How was that Middah k'neged Middah (Measure for Measure)?
In which ways are we commanded not to be like Korach. What happened to Korach's children? Who was one of Korach's famous descendants? How did two women play a central role in the story?
Rav Moshe Wolfson Aka the Mashgiach Ztl of kehilos Emunas Yisrael passed away, alongside other tragedies we dedicated our learning to their Souls. Dedicated to Healing and Shmirah for the soldiers. The Mashgiach was my oldest son's Sandek. We learn Sefar Tanya Perek 20, to bring down Unity of Hashem through speech to the Mashiach mindset to overcome the challenging days and news... We Mchazzik with Torah and music
How many candles were on the Menorah in the Beis Hamikdash? Who lit the Menorah? What caused Aron the High Priest to be chagrined? How was the Menorah made?
Do humans really deserve the Torah? Are Angels holier than us? Why did the Angels thy to stop Hashem from giving us the Torah?
What is the meaning of 'Im bechukosai teileichu" ? What is so special about the study of Torah? Why do we mourn during the days of Sefiras haomer, counting of the omer?
Why is Shemitah, the sabbatical year for the fields, called Shabbos? Think this is your house? Think again.
Balabatish Questions is a 4-part series about the mindest of being a Ben Torah in the workforce, co-hosted by Yaakov Wolff and Zevi Reinitz. The final Balabatish question: Should we keep our accomplishments to ourselves? Or is there room for making a big deal and celebrating? After the discussion, we conclude the series with a quick summary and a few action items. Sources: 'Celebrate' by Rabbi Sacks zt"l Tombstone of Rav Eliezer Yosef Lederberg Michael Jordan on the GOAT debate Thank you to the Iyun Institute for sponsoring this series. Check out their website, subscribe to their email list, and listen to their brand new podcast, for hard hitting analysis of the Haredi Draft debate and more. Do you want more Shtark Tank in your life? Join the Shtark Tank Quiet Whatsapp Group for exclusive bonus content! If you have any sort of feedback, or just want to say hey, don't hesitate! You can reach me by email and LinkedIn
00:00 - Good Morning 00:14 - Guests 00:27 - Mazel Tov Avi! 02:41 - Emails 03:54 - I'm still here 07:05 - A few thank yous 11:12 - It's been a year
Balabatish Questions is a 4-part series about the mindest of being a Ben Torah in the workforce, co-hosted by Yaakov Wolff and Zevi Reinitz. The third Balabatish question: What is the role of jealousy? Is it purely negative or can it serve a positive function as well? Tune in for another fun conversation, followed by a question that has bothered me for years! Thank you to the Iyun Institute for sponsoring this series. Check out their website, subscribe to their email list, and listen to their brand new podcast, for hard hitting analysis of the Haredi Draft debate and more. Do you want more Shtark Tank in your life? Join the Shtark Tank Quiet Whatsapp Group for exclusive bonus content! If you have any sort of feedback, or just want to say hey, don't hesitate! You can reach me by email and LinkedIn
Balabatish Questions is a 4-part series about the mindest of being a Ben Torah in the workforce, co-hosted by Yaakov Wolff and Zevi Reinitz. The second Balabatish question: Why do Balabatim play down their accomplishments and abilities? Tune in for a conversation packed with some surprising data, sources and Gedolim stories! Thank you to the Iyun Institute for sponsoring this series. Check out their website, subscribe to their email list, and listen to their brand new podcast, for hard hitting analysis of the Haredi Draft debate and more. Do you want more Shtark Tank in your life? Join the Shtark Tank Quiet Whatsapp Group for exclusive bonus content! If you have any sort of feedback, or just want to say hey, don't hesitate! You can reach me by email and LinkedIn
Balabatish Questions is a 4-part series about the mindest of being a Ben Torah in the workforce, co-hosted by Yaakov Wolff and Zevi Reinitz. The first Balabatish question: Why is "Bahlabus" a dirty word in many Batei Midrash? And why does it matter? Tune in for a conversation about the Mitzvah of Talmud Torah, the psychology of identity, and more! Thank you to the Iyun Institute for sponsoring this series. Check out their website, subscribe to their email list, and listen to their brand new podcast, for hard hitting analysis of the Haredi Draft debate and more. Do you want more Shtark Tank in your life? Join the Shtark Tank Quiet Whatsapp Group for exclusive bonus content! If you have any sort of feedback, or just want to say hey, don't hesitate! You can reach me by email and LinkedIn
In this episode, we are joined by Zevi Slavin, the creater of the YouTube project Seekers of Unity. We talk about the etymology of Chasidism, with its roots in Chesed — loving kindness — and how Zevi's own journey has brought him to a diasporist understanding of the unity at the heart of both Jewish and non-Jewish mysticism.Zevi joins Ben and Jordan Yanowitz as they together paint a picture of the role that love, community, and dialogue together play in shaping Jewish life. Chesed and Chasidism are diasporically interfused in this discussion with Seekers of Unity.Check out Zevi's work with Seekers of Unity on YoutubePatreon: patreon.com/TheJewishDiasporistYouTube: youtube.com/@JewishDiasporistMakingMenschesInstagram: instagram.com/thejewishdiasporistpod/Endless Gratitude to Aly Halpert for allowing us to use her song I'm Not Alone
In this episode we talk all things mystical with host of the Seekers of Unity channel Zevi Slavin. To see more of his materials click the link below: https://www.youtube.com/@SeekersofUnity
In our very first episode, we sit down for a conversation with Zevi Reinitz, tech executive and mechaber seforim. We discuss his journey as a writer, and what he thinks is the most important mindset for a Ben Torah in the workforce. You can check out Zevi on LinkedIn and join his "Great Qs on the parsha Whatsapp Group" Shtark Tank is a podcast for Bnei Torah in the workforce, providing insightful conversations with role models and mentors. Join our quiet WhatsApp group, where I will be posting new episodes, as well as bonus content related to each weeks conversation. Would love to have you along for the ride! Chapter 1: Intro and Background Chapter 2: Zevi's Writing 'Career' Chapter 3: Limiting Mindset Chapter 4: Today's Unique Moment
Zevi Slavin is a student of philosophy and mysticism and host of a YouTube channel on this topic, Seekers of Unity. He is also the son of shluchim in Sydney, Australia and a proud chossid. On this episode, we discuss if and how Zevi manages the tension between his intellectual pursuits and his Lubavitch identity. We also discuss his thoughts on the collision of Lubavitch with modernity and where it leaves each of us.