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18forty The Gold, the Wood, and the Heart: 5 Lessons on Beauty in Worship 18 Feb
The Parsha guide from 18Forty explores the intricate details surrounding the Mishkan in Parshat Terumah, examining why these specifications are relevant to m...
18 Feb
Jewish History Lectures The Menorah Jewish History in the Torah Terumah 18 Feb
Rabbi Henry Abramson explores the historical and symbolic significance of the menorah, primarily through its first appearance in the Torah in the portion of ...
18 Feb
Mishpacha How to Respond to Insults    17 Feb
Rabbi Moshe Walter offers guidance on dealing with personal affronts through three distinctive Jewish perspectives. Firstly, he suggests reframing negative e...
17 Feb
Chabad.org Why The Rebbe Told me NOT To Quit 17 Feb
This podcast episode delves into a personal narrative of guidance and inspiration from the Lubavitcher Rebbe, a prominent figure in the Chabad movement. It h...
17 Feb
Jewish History Lectures The Theodotus Inscription Jewish History in the Torah Terumah 17 Feb
The Theodotus Inscription is an important archaeological artifact that provides insight into ancient Jewish communities and synagogues. Discussed primarily i...
17 Feb
Jewish History Lectures Temples in Antiquity Jewish History in the Torah Terumah 16 Feb
The video "Temples in Antiquity Jewish History in the Torah Terumah" explores the significance and historical context of temples in ancient Judaism, as descr...
16 Feb
Chabad.org The Joshniks 16 Feb
Rabbi Yehoshua B. Gordon, affectionately known as Rabbi Josh, made a profound impact on countless individuals through his Torah classes, even a decade after ...
16 Feb
18forty Why So Many Laws? Mishpatim and the Making of a Moral Society 12 Feb
Keshet Starr's article delves into the Torah portion Mishpatim, exploring the reasons behind its numerous laws and their purpose in creating a just society. ...
12 Feb
Jewish History Lectures Umberto Cassuto Jewish History in the Torah Mishpatim 12 Feb
This video explores the insights of Umberto Cassuto, a renowned Jewish scholar, on Jewish history as reflected in the Torah portion Mishpatim. Cassuto, known...
12 Feb
Lehrhaus The Tunneling Burglar and the False Prophet: Opening New Chapters of Biblical Interpretation 12 Feb
Yaakov Taubes examines the Christian origins of chapter divisions in the Hebrew Bible, focusing on their impact on biblical interpretation and Jewish traditi...
12 Feb
18forty 5 Ways the Torah Trains Us to Love Our Enemies 11 Feb
The 18Forty Parsha Guide reflects on how the Torah instructs us to love our enemies through various commandments. In Parshat Mishpatim, the Torah challenges ...
11 Feb
Jewish History Lectures Metsad haShavyahu Ostracon Jewish History in the Torah Mishpatim 11 Feb
The video delves into the significance of the Metsad haShavyahu ostracon, an ancient Hebrew inscription discovered in Israel, connecting it to the biblical T...
11 Feb
Forward In Trump's instinct to punish and desecrate, a rejection of the values of King David 10 Feb
Emily Tamkin draws a parallel between the biblical story of Nathan the Prophet confronting King David and President Donald Trump's administration. She argues...
10 Feb
Mishpacha My Personal Rebbe, My Personal Tzaddik   10 Feb
Cindy Scarr shares a heartfelt tribute to Rav Yissachar Dov Biderman of Lelov, a revered tzaddik known for his deep personal connections and spiritual guidan...
10 Feb
Chabad.org One Choice Can Build You — or Break You 10 Feb
This short form video likely explores the profound idea within Jewish thought that each decision a person makes can significantly impact their life journey. ...
10 Feb
Jewish History Lectures Who are the Hapiru? Jewish History in the Torah Mishpatim 10 Feb
The video explores the intriguing identity and role of the Hapiru, a group mentioned in various ancient Near Eastern texts, within the context of Jewish hist...
10 Feb
Chabad.org Celebrating the Siyum of Rambam - Is There Hope for Humanity? 6 Feb
The video celebrates the Siyum of Rambam, marking the completion of the 45th cycle of studying the works of Maimonides. It underscores the enduring relevance...
6 Feb
Chabad.org The Brilliance of Yitro's Advice - A Parsha Thought with Rabbi Paltiel 5 Feb
Rabbi Paltiel explores the strategic leadership advice given by Yitro to Moses in the Torah portion of Yitro. He examines the significance of Yitro's suggest...
5 Feb
18forty 5 Perspectives on Sinai in an Age of Empiricism 5 Feb
In an age dominated by empirical evidence and scientific validation, the article "5 Perspectives on Sinai in an Age of Empiricism" explores how the revelator...
5 Feb
Jewish History Lectures Sefer Ha Hinukh Jewish History in the Torah Yitro 5 Feb
This video delves into the Sefer HaHinukh's discussion of Parashat Yitro, focusing on the historical context and its implications for Jewish history. The Sef...
5 Feb
Jewish History Lectures Nash Papyrus Jewish History in the Torah Yitro 3 Feb
The Nash Papyrus, one of the oldest extant texts containing a portion of the Hebrew Bible, provides critical insights into Jewish history and scriptural deve...
3 Feb
Jewish History Lectures Hittite Suzerainty Treaties Jewish History and the Torah Yitro 2 Feb
This video explores the parallels between Hittite suzerainty treaties and Jewish historical texts, specifically in connection to the portion of Yitro in the ...
2 Feb
Lehrhaus Tu b’Shvat and the Question We Can’t Keep Avoiding: Is the Tree of the Field a Human?  1 Feb
Aviva Lauer's insightful exploration of Deuteronomy 20:19 connects the Jewish holiday of Tu bShvat with a broader ethical mandate against unnecessary destruc...
1 Feb
Chabad.org The Ten Plagues and Your Spiritual Exodus 29 Jan
Rabbi Shalom Paltiel delves into the symbolic meaning of the Ten Plagues as presented in the Torah, suggesting that these events serve as a metaphor for pers...
29 Jan
Chabad.org If I Could Tell My Younger Self One Thing THIS WOULD BE IT 29 Jan
Rabbi Shais Taub shares valuable life lessons and reflections in this podcast segment, focusing on the notion of imparting wisdom to one's younger self. Thro...
29 Jan
18forty 5 Ways the Torah Challenges Our Idea of Enough 28 Jan
The weekly 18Forty Parsha Guide delves into the lessons from Parshat Beshalach, focusing on the Torah's challenge to our concept of scarcity and security thr...
28 Jan
Jewish History Lectures Kadesh Inscription Jewish History in the Torah Beshalah 28 Jan
The Kadesh Inscription is a pivotal archaeological artifact that provides insight into Jewish history, specifically during the Exodus period as detailed in t...
28 Jan
Mishpacha Parshas Beshalach: 5786 27 Jan
In her reflection on Parshas Beshalach, Cindy Scarr explores the idea that detours can be more pivotal than reaching the destination. Drawing parallels betwe...
27 Jan
Jewish History Lectures The Legend of King Snofru Jewish History in the Torah Beshalah 27 Jan
The video explores the figure of King Snofru, a legendary ruler mentioned within the context of Jewish history during the events described in the Torah porti...
27 Jan
Forward As with Cain and Abel, the blood of our brother Alex Pretti is crying out from the ground 26 Jan
Jay Michaelson's article draws a parallel between the biblical story of Cain and Abel and the tragic death of Alex Pretti, who was killed while peacefully pr...
26 Jan
The Beinart Notebook Mark Carney vs Pharaoh 26 Jan
Ken Silverman's piece draws parallels between biblical narratives and contemporary political discourse, focusing on defiance against tyranny. The article con...
26 Jan
Jewish History Lectures Routes of the Exodus Jewish History in the Torah Beshalah 26 Jan
This video explores the routes of the Exodus as described in the Torah, specifically within the portion of Beshalah. It delves into the historical and geogra...
26 Jan
Jewish History Lectures Shadal Jewish History in the Torah Bo 22 Jan
In this video, the host explores Jewish history as it is depicted in the Torah, focusing on the portion of Bo. The examination centers around the insights of...
22 Jan
JTA Invoking Torah, Minnesota Jews mobilize against ICE operations 21 Jan
With Torah readings focused on Exodus, Minnesota's Jewish community is invoking biblical teachings to mobilize against aggressive ICE operations in the regio...
21 Jan
18forty 5 Ways to Transmit Tradition to a Skeptical Generation 21 Jan
Transmitting Jewish tradition to skeptical modern audiences involves inviting questions and engaging through actions. Amid the chaos of Parshat Bo, the Torah...
21 Jan
Jewish History Lectures Pharaoh Merneptah Jewish History in the Torah Bo 21 Jan
The video delves into the historical figure Pharaoh Merneptah, exploring his connection to Jewish history as depicted in the Torah portion Bo. It examines th...
21 Jan
Mishpacha Parshas Bo: 5786 20 Jan
The Aseres Hamakkos, or the Ten Plagues, are traditionally seen as supernatural events, but this interpretation frames them as metaphorical representations o...
20 Jan
Jewish History Lectures The Plague of Darkness Jewish History in the Torah Bo 20 Jan
The video explores the Plague of Darkness, one of the ten plagues in the Torah portion of Bo, a pivotal event in Jewish history leading up to the Exodus from...
20 Jan
Jewish History Lectures The Locust Plague of 1915 Jewish History in the Torah Bo 19 Jan
The video discusses the devastating locust plague of 1915, drawing parallels to similar events mentioned in the Torah portions such as Bo. The speaker explor...
19 Jan
eJewishPhilanthropy Fighting fire with fire 16 Jan
The article explores the symbolic and literal meanings of fire within Judaism, contrasting its warmth and eternal symbolism with its destruction in acts of a...
16 Jan
Rationalist Judaism Frogs Challenge Rationalism 16 Jan
Natan Slifkin explores the Midrashic tale of the plague of frogs in Egypt, highlighting its challenge to rationalist interpretations. The Midrash suggests a ...
16 Jan
Chabad.org Three Matzahs and Four Cups of Wine at the Seder 15 Jan
Rabbi Shalom Paltiel explores the symbolism behind the Passover seder elements, focusing on the three matzahs and the four cups of wine. He explains how thes...
15 Jan
18forty How God Taught a Broken People to Hope Again 15 Jan
Reuven Taragin discusses how God revitalized hope amongst the ancient Israelites through the use of the Tetragrammaton, emphasizing God's reliability and end...
15 Jan
18forty 5 Ways a Heart Hardens: When Choice Becomes Destiny 15 Jan
18Forty's Parsha Guide delves into Parshat Vaera, focusing on Pharaoh's hardened heart and its implications for free will and determinism. Initially, Pharaoh...
15 Jan
Jewish History Lectures Don Isaac Abravanel Jewish History in the Torah Vaera 15 Jan
The video explores the significant role of Don Isaac Abravanel in Jewish history, particularly as discussed in the Torah portion Vaera. Abravanel, a prominen...
15 Jan
Lehrhaus The Other Patriarchal Narratives 15 Jan
Malka Simkovich examines the patriarchal narratives within Genesis, highlighting the stories of Noah's flood and the destruction of Sodom as parallel events ...
15 Jan
Jewish History Lectures Timing of the Plagues Jewish History in the Torah Vaera 14 Jan
This video by a scholar at Lander College for Men delves into the timing of the ten plagues described in the Torah portion Vaera. Focusing on the historicity...
14 Jan
Mishpacha Eps 8. Strength from Within Courage, Balance, and the Real Superwoman 14 Jan
In this episode, host Rachelli Fried engages in a meaningful discussion with Mrs. Julie Devorah Brown, a teacher and life coach, about the essence of inner s...
14 Jan
Mishpacha Parshas Va’eira: 5786 13 Jan
The reflection on Parshas Vaeira highlights how Moshe's experience with Bnei Yisrael and Pharaoh underscores the importance of having a receptive audience wh...
13 Jan
Mishpacha Spiritual Interest        13 Jan
Shaar, an outreach program on the Shor Yoshuv Institute campus, is utilizing a unique approach by accommodating individuals' existing life commitments while ...
13 Jan