Tag: Rabbi Yaakov Wolbe

Torah study is a fundamental part of Jewish culture and identity.
The TORCH fundraiser is taking place and donations made will be tripled.
In this TORAH 101 podcast episode, the host explores the subject of Kabbalah, which is the hidden and mystical parts of the Torah.
Halacha refers to the practical application of Torah law.
The Talmud, also known as the Gemara, is an ancient set of books that serves as commentary and elaboration of the Mishnah.
In this episode, Rabbi Yaakov Wolbe shares a momentous milestone of his podcasts: reaching one million downloads.
The TORCH organization is holding a fundraiser to support their various Jewish podcasts, including TORAH 101, which delves into the works of Nachmanides, focusing on his commentary on the Torah and discussing fundamental questions about its divine nature and authorship.
The Torah's divinity, central to Jewish beliefs, goes beyond authorship to encompass its profound significance.
Mosaic prophecy, as described by Rambam, is fundamentally different from other forms of prophecy.
The Seventh Principle of Faith focuses on Moses, revered as the greatest man and prophet in Judaism, surpassing even angels.
This text provides a comprehensive overview of the history of prophecy in Judaism, ranging from the times of Adam to the end of prophetic experiences at the onset of the Second Temple Era.
The discussion explores the apparent discrepancies between Torah teachings and scientific consensus, particularly regarding the age of the universe, the concept of evolution, and the creation of species.
The text discusses the Third Principle of the Thirteen Principles of Jewish Faith, which asserts that God is incorporeal, meaning He has no physical body and does not act in a bodily manner.
This podcast explores the challenging question of why bad things happen to good people, known as theodicy, through three Torah perspectives derived from discussions between Moses and God, as well as references to ministering angels and Adam.
This text grapples with the challenging question of why bad things happen to good people, a central issue in Jewish theology.
This podcast delves into the philosophical question of why a perfect God, as outlined in the Thirteen Principles of Faith, would create the imperfect universe.
The Rambam's Thirteen Principles of Faith are a widely accepted articulation of Jewish beliefs, found in his commentary on Mishnah.
The article discusses the challenge of maintaining a mistake-free transmission of the Torah within the Jewish nation despite human fallibility.
In the second century CE, a significant decision was made to write down the Jewish Law, called Mishna, marking the codification of the Oral Torah.
The text discusses the importance of the accurate transmission of the Oral Torah in Jewish law and faith over 1400 years, emphasizing that the Torah given to Moses has been passed down without error.
For over 1,400 years, the Oral Torah was passed down orally and forbidden to be written down in a finalized form.
The text discusses an introduction to the Oral Torah, highlighting the four components of the Oral Torah and the four elements not found in the Written Torah.
In a podcast recorded at the TORCH Centre in Houston, the speaker explores the concept of cognitive dissonance when facing the idea of a God-given Torah, which may challenge individuals' beliefs and behaviors.
In a podcast recorded at the TORCH Centre in Houston, TX, the discussion delves into the fallacies of critics who question the authorship of the Torah.
The text discusses the authorship of the Torah, exploring the implications of whether it is considered the word of God as traditionally believed by Jews or just another ancient document.