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Have you ever wondered how the grand story of the Bible truly begins? As we navigate the complexities of 2026; returning to our foundational origins provides the clarity and hope we desperately need. This immersive Biblical study takes you beyond the familiar stories; offering a dense; verse by verse exploration of the first fifty chapters of the scriptures. From the cosmic architecture of the six days of creation to the intimate reconciliation of Joseph and his brothers in Egypt; you will see how every page of Genesis establishes the character of the Creator and the destiny of His people.

Originally included in the King James Bible, **1st and 2nd Maccabees** offer a thrilling historical account of the guerrilla warfare in which, with God's help, the Maccabean brothers—Judas, Jonathan, and Simon—achieved extraordinary victories against vastly superior armies, ultimately restoring an independent Jewish kingdom and preserving their religious practices.

The book presents the Jewish leaders Judas, Jonathan, and Simon as devout people and has little sympathy for people who favor Hellenization, but nowhere does the text mentions divine intervention. Chapter one to two: The Hellenization of Judah and the non-violent resistance by Mattathias is covered; Chapter three to nine: Tells of the Military actions by Judas the Maccabaean ("battle hammer:): after 166 where the temple is purified.

Although the book presents the Jewish leaders Judas, Jonathan, and Simon as devout people and has little sympathy for people who favor Hellenization, it must be noted that he nowhere mentions divine intervention. The author must have been a cultivated Jew living in Judah, and can be dated to c.100 B.C.E.

Tikva Frymer-Kensky shows listeners how a seemingly minor story in the first book of Samuel can teach them key lessons to dramatically improve their lives. Saul, abandoned by God, approaches a medium in the village of Endor to call up the spirit of Samuel. Though Saul had outlawed her craft, she helped him when he promised her safety. And after Samuel prophesied Saul’s death, she showed the shaken king hospitality.

Summaries of the Rambam to aid in learning the daily Shiur - A Chicago Anash initiative

The Fourth Book of Maccabees is a philosophical and theological treatise that explores the supremacy of reason over passion, particularly in the context of Jewish faith and martyrdom. While not part of the Hebrew Bible, it is included in some versions of the Septuagint, the Greek translation of the Old Testament.

The translation of the Tanya into English was a watershed event in Chasidic history, impacting the world spiritually and physically. For the last three years, Kehot Publication Society has worked on revising and redesigning the entire five-volume set of Lessons in Tanya. Showcasing the new version in the life-giving publication Chayenu, the new edition has received rave reviews from around the world.

A topical talk show that takes a philosophical look at some of the burning issues of the day.

Jewish Learning Venture has had a blog for a really long time and we were thinking that maybe it’s time to try a new format — turn our blog into a podcast and call it a blogcast. A podcast, living in a blog’s house. You may be familiar with the 4 Questions we ask on Passover…well, there are actually SO many questions and answers in Judaism – some really simple and some much more complicated. And one of the coolest things about Judaism is how we are encouraged to ask questions and seek answers in conversation with one another. So, this blogcast does just that – answers questions.

Kommentaar op parashah 4: Vayera

Kommentaar op parashat Vayera (4/5783)

Weet jy van die bus wat jou hemel toe kan neem? Het jy al jou kaartjie bespreek en indien nie, hoekom wag jy nog? Meeste Christene is vas oortuig dat hulle ten tye van dood op pad is hemel toe, maar is dit werklik wat Skrif verkondig? Wanneer ons woorde van meeste predikers vergelyk met woorde van Skrif, is daar soms niks wat ooreenstem nie en ons besef dat woorde van kansels af verkondig word om ore te streel en bankrekeninge te vul. Hoe lank gaan jy nog die leuens glo wat uit kerke kom? Bespreek nou jou sitplek om elke vrydagoggend in die bus te klim wat jou hemel toe sal neem – of sal dit...

Die Vasgestelde Tye van God (deel 4): Waaioffer

Die Vasgestelde Tye van God (4): Waaioffer