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Noach
November 24, 2024 Shalom LC

**Noah (נח) / Noah**  

**Noah (נח) / Noah** (Genesis 6:9 – 11:32) This week's Torah portion is called "נח" (Noah) – the Hebrew name for the well-known biblical figure Noah. The remarkable story of the Flood is familiar to…
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November 11, 2024 Shalom LC

Bereshit (בראשית) / In the Beginning

**Bereshit (בראשית) / In the Beginning** (Genesis 1:1-6:8) The first weekly Torah portion is called בראשית (Bereshit), which means "in the beginning." These are the opening words of the Torah:…
Simchat Torah

Simchat Torah

Oct 23, 2024 Shalom LC
Simchat Torah means "rejoicing of the Torah." Most likely of medieval origins, this holiday is observed by Jewish people on the last day of Sukkot. The overall theme of Simchat Torah is the foundational role of the Torah in Jewish religious life,…
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SUKKOT

Oct 17, 2024 Shalom LC
Each year on the 15th Day of Tishri, the weeklong Sukkot celebrations begin. These celebrations -- also known as the Feast of Booths, Harvest Festival, or Feast of Tabernacles -- begin five days after Yom Kippur, transitioning from one of the most…
Yom Kippur is the Jewish Day of Atonement, a time for fasting.

Yom Kippur

Oct 10, 2024 Shalom LC
Yom Kippur -- also known as Yom Ha-Kippurim, Shabbat Shabbaton, Sabbath of Solemn Rest, Sabbath of Sabbaths, or the Day of Atonement -- is the holiest day on the Jewish calendar. It occurs on Tishri 10, which is the tenth day of the seventh month on…
Fast of Gedaliah

Fast of Gedaliah

Sep 30, 2024 Shalom LC
A little-known fast traditionally occurs on the 3rd of Tishrei, the day after Rosh Hashanah (unless that day happens to fall on a Shabbat, in which case it is delayed until Sunday): Tzom Gedaliah, or the Fast of Gedaliah. Zechariah 8:19 describes…
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Rosh Hashanah

Sep 25, 2024 Shalom LC
Rosh Hashanah, translated as "head of the year" or "first of the year," is commonly known as the Jewish New Year. It occurs on the first and second days of Tishri, commencing Yamim Nora’im (the High Holidays). This is a day dedicated to prayer, to…

Shofars

Sep 18, 2024 Shalom LC
"In this month (the seventh month of Tishrei), you shall amend your deeds. The Holy One, blessed be He, said to Israel: 'If you will amend your deeds, I shall become unto you like a horn (shofar). As the horn takes in the breath at one end and sends…

Teshuvah

Sep 10, 2024 Shalom LC
Teshuvah ("returning") is the Jewish concept of repentance and returning to the path of righteousness after one has deviated, or returning to an original state of status quo prior to a transgression occurring. This concept applies whether one has…

Selichot

Sep 05, 2024 Shalom LC
“O Lord, hear our voice in the morning; in the morning, we set them before You with hopeful expectation. Hear our voice." Originating as prayers for public fast days (e.g., the six days before Rosh Hashanah), Selichot (“apologies” or “forgiveness”)…

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Teshuvah

Teshuvah ("returning") is the Jewish concept of repentance and returning to the path of righteousness after one has deviated, or returning to an…
Shalom LC

Selichot

“O Lord, hear our voice in the morning; in the morning, we set them before You with hopeful expectation. Hear our voice." Originating as prayers for…
Shalom LC
Elul

Hebrew Elul

“See, this day I set before you blessing and curse: blessing if you obey the commandments of the Lord your God that I enjoin upon you this day; and…
Shalom LC
Prayer

The Lord's Prayer. Lecture 10

I often ask people, "How much of the Lord's Prayer is about our daily needs?" Surprisingly, many of the people I ask say, "It's a big part," or even…
Daniel Gordan

Work for the Eternal Bread!

How big is my salary? How much do I earn? What is the most expensive thing I can buy with my debit card? What's the best way to spend my money? All…
Daniel Gordan

Shavuot

Celebrated on the 50th day, or seven weeks after Passover, Shavuot is a one-day event in Israel and a two-day holiday in the Diaspora. The holiday…
Erin Parfet

Noble Moses

Often, a person asks God for one thing but does not receive exactly what is desired. However, after people analyze God’s answers to their prayers,…
Daniel Gordan

Yom Ha’atzmaut

Yom Ha’atzmaut in Hebrew, or Israel’s Independence Day in English, is a festive day of jubilation commemorating Israeli independence from British…
Erin Parfet

Yom HaShoah

Yom HaShoah Ve-Hagevurah, often shortened to Yom HaShoah, is a day of remembrance observed globally by the Jewish people. In English, it is known as…
Erin Parfet

Gefilte Fish

Gefilte fish, which means “filled”or "stuffed” fish, is essentially any combination of seasoned carp, pike, whitefish, mullet, or perch-based…
Erin Parfet

Why Do Jews Cover Their Heads?

Why do Jews cover their heads when they pray or read the Torah? What does Paul mean when he says, “Every man who prays or prophesies with his head…
Aaron Schatz

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Unlocking the Doors of Blessings

Unlocking the Doors of Blessings. Lecture 14

Yeshua says, "Ask, and it shall be given to you. Seek, and you shall find. Knock, and it shall be opened to you" (Matt. 7:7 TLV). Let us study this text together!
Daniel Gordan
The Wide and Narrow

The Wide and Narrow. Lecture 15

The Teacher urges everyone to seek the narrow gate, representing a life of righteousness and spiritual growth that, though challenging to follow, ultimately leads to…
Daniel Gordan

Servants of the Covenant. Lecture 3

Yeshua employed a renowned symbol, salt, to make a comparison with His disciples. What spiritual insights can be gleaned from this analogy?
Daniel Gordan

Divorce. Lecture 7

Very often, people say that Moses allowed divorce. Did he really allow that? What are the apodictic and casuistic types of law material? How does it influence our…
Daniel Gordan
Gold

The Currency of Righteousness. Lecture 11

In this lecture, we will focus on Yeshua's message about the dangers of being consumed by material wealth. Yeshua imparts a powerful lesson, emphasizing that true…
Daniel Gordan
In the Way You Judge

In the Way You Judge. Lecture 13

Dive into the timeless teachings of Matthew 7:1-5 and explore the profound concept of non-judgment, learning to refrain from passing judgments on others. Discover the…
Daniel Gordan

Not to Abolish but to Fulfill. Lecture 4

In contemporary Christian belief, there is a widespread notion that the Law of Moses has been nullified or invalidated. However, Yeshua's assertion in Matthew 5:17…
Daniel Gordan

You Shall Not Murder. Lecture 5

Within this lecture, our focal point will be directed towards specific elements encompassing murder, the altar, one's brother, and offerings, all of which are found in…
Daniel Gordan

Commandments of the Teacher and My Life

We studied the commandments of the Teacher and found that they were part of the New Covenant. We talked about the relevance of the Torah, correct motivation, the Lord’s…
Daniel Gordan

Blessings of the Covenant. Lecture 2

Within the Mosaic Covenant, a multitude of blessings and curses are found as a continuation of its main provisions. In a similar fashion, the Sermon on the Mount, which…
Daniel Gordan

Building on The Rock. Lecture 16

As the Teacher vividly describes the storms of life—rain, floods, and winds—His message resonates with everyone facing challenges and trials. By encouraging a life of…
Daniel Gordan

Pagan Anxiety. Lecture 12

In Matthew 6:25, Yeshua says, “Do not worry about your life." Discover how trusting God enables us to overcome anxiety as we learn to prioritize life's true meaning…
Daniel Gordan

Beseech the Lord of the Harvest!

In the Gospel, there are the words of Yeshua, "Beseech the Lord of the Harvest!" Discover the deeper meaning behind this timeless teaching and explore its significance…
Daniel Gordan

Vows and Non-Resistance. Lecture 8

Yeshua prohibited vows. What does it mean? How do I practice that? What if the government wants me to do that? Why did Yeshua command us to be non-resistant?
Daniel Gordan

Secret Righteousness. Lecture 9

The desire for societal acceptance is a prevalent motive among individuals, stemming from various factors. It is expected that the righteousness exhibited by disciples…
Daniel Gordan

Everyone Who Looks. Lecture 6

The book of Sirach 9:8 reads, "Turn away your eyes from a shapely woman, and do not gaze at beauty belonging to another" (NRSV). Yeshua is even more radical; in Matthew…
Daniel Gordan

Yeshua and Moshe. Lecture 1

By watching this lecture, you can gain insights into the practical significance of the parallels between the Sermon on the Mount and the Mosaic Covenant.
Daniel Gordan

The Lord's Prayer. Lecture 10

I often ask people, "How much of the Lord's Prayer is about our daily needs?" Surprisingly, many of the people I ask say, "It's a big part," or even "It's the most…
Daniel Gordan
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