Hebrew In Israel

In this week’s Torah portion, Tzav (command), we examine the merciful concepts contained in the sacrificial system. Torah Portion Tzav:  Leviticus 6:1(8) – 8:36 Questions and topics in this discussion: Responsibility, but allowance of mistakes Adam and Chavvah’s expulsion from the garden קָרְבַּן – korban (sacrifice/offering), drawing near to God Why bring sacrifices of a specific price? The […]

In this week’s Torah portion, Vayiqra (and He called), Yoel looks into the structure of Leviticus and the sacrificial system to give an overall description of the main sacrifices and offerings. Torah Poriton Vayiqra:  Leviticus 1:1 – 5:26 (6:7) Questions and Topics in this Podcast: Why is the word וַיִּקְרָא (Vayiqra) written with a small aleph? […]

In the final parashah of Exodus, Pequdei (accounts), the fulfillment of the instructions to build the tabernacle are completed.  Yoel gives us some pertinent requirements and insights about the temple, priests, levites and more. Torah Portion Pekudei: Exodus 38:21 – 40:38 Questions and Topics in this Podcast: Why Have the Accounting in the Bible? Observing Proper […]

In this continuation of the Mishkan (tabernacle) series, Yoel discusses interesting details and interpretations of the design and structure of the tabernacle’s veils, roofing covers, the walls themselves, the altar of incense, altar of burnt offering, laver and courtyard. Torah Portion Vayaqhel: Exodus 35:1 – 38:20 Questions and Topics in this Podcast: Usage of the term […]

This week’s Torah Portion, Ki Tisa (when you take) begins with the practical command for the half shekel redemption and continues through treachery and how Moses wanted to know God.  Torah Portion Ki Tisa: Exodus 30:11 – 34:35 Questions And Topics In This Discussion The Census and Half Shekel Redemption Why is Breaking the Sabbath a […]

The priestly garments are under exam in this week’s Torah Portion, Tetsaveh (you are to order).  Torah Portion Tetzaveh: Exodus 27:20 – 30:10 Questions And Topics In This Discussion Clothing for Status Were King David’s Sons Cohanim (Priests)? The Ephod and Choshen (Breastplate) Issues With Josephus’ and Rabbinic Literature’s Descriptions Why Are The Names Of Israel […]

Yoel shares his personal connection to Temple studies and dives into the details of its materials and furniture as we begin the portions on the Miskan (tabernacle) with this week’s Torah Portion, Terumah (contribution).  Torah Portion Terumah: Exodus 25:1 – 27:19 Questions And Topics In This Discussion What is the Temple?  What is the Shekinah? Contrast […]

Some of the most controversial topics appear in this week’s Torah Portion, Mishpatim (Judgements).  Listen to the culture, concepts, and principles behind them. Torah Portion Mishpatim: Exodus 21:1 – 24:18 Questions And Topics In This Discussion How Biblical Law Differs From Other ANE Laws and From Western Thought The Culture of Honor and Shame Behind Certain […]

We explore Moses’ encounter with Yitro and the revelation of YHWH at Mt. Sinai in this week’s Torah Portion, Yitro (Jethro). Torah Portion Yitro: Exodus 18:1-20:23 Questions And Topics In This Discussion Is Yitro Establishing The Sanhedrin? The Lifespan And Authority Of The Sanhedrin Was it YHWH Himself at Mt. Sinai? The Basis of the Covenant […]

Packed with information, Yoel presents nugget after historic nugget from this week’s Torah Portion, Beshalach (after he had let go). Torah Portion Beshalach: Exodus 13:17 – 17:16 Questions And Topics In This Discussion The Verb Shalach The Roads of Israel and Location of the Crossing of the Red Sea Israel went up Armed (chamushim) out of the […]