Seven Minute Torah

By Laasok: The Liberal Beit MidrashReligion & Spirituality Judaism

Seven Minute Torah episodes

July 10, 2020 Pinchas: The power to make real change
In this week's Torah portion, a group of courageous women remind us that change is possible in society.
8 min
July 03, 2020 Chukat: Fear, Hope, and Why Generosity Makes the Difference
Acting toward others with generosity and kindness actually helps us become more hopeful and optimistic. A 7-minute exploration of the weekly Torah portion with Rabbi Micah Streiffer.
9 min
June 26, 2020 Korach: Of Firepans and Confederate Statues
The Torah teaches about the importance of remembering and learning from our past - not preserving it. A 7-minute exploration of the weekly Torah portion with Rabbi Micah Streiffer.
8 min
June 19, 2020 Shlach: The Transformative Power of Growth Mindset
How believing that it is possible to learn and grow can transform a person's - or a country's - abilities. A 7-minute explanation of the weekly Torah portion with Rabbi Micah Streiffer.
8 min
June 12, 2020 B'haalotcha: Anti-Racism Advice from Torah
An exploration of this week's Torah portion (as always, in 7 minutes) and what it has to say about racism.
9 min
June 05, 2020 Naso: Facing Racism in Society
What guidance does Judaism have to offer the conversation about racism in our society? A 7-minute exploration of the weekly Torah portion.
8 min
May 28, 2020 Torah and Cheesecake: What is Shavuot?
What do ice cream and Jewish learning have to do with one another? A 7-minute explanation of Shavuot, Judaism festival of thankfulness, tradition, and sweet treats.
8 min
May 22, 2020 B'midbar: Together in the Wilderness
The desert is a symbol for times of uncertainty. What can we learn from this week's Torah portion, and from the famous story of Nachshon, about community during the pandemic. A seven-minute exploration of the weekly Torah portion with Rabbi Micah Streiffer.
8 min
May 15, 2020 Torah of the Earth
Judaism encourages us to build a relationship of connection and respect with the earth. A 7-minute exploration of the weekly Torah portion with Rabbi Micah Streiffer.
8 min
May 08, 2020 Emor: The Holiness of Ordinary Actions
This week's Torah portion teaches about how to find meaning and holiness through everyday actions. A seven-minute discussion with Rabbi Micah Streiffer.
7 min

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Making modern meaning from ancient texts.! Each week Rabbi Micah Streiffer discusses the weekly Torah portion in about 7 to 12 minutes, through liberal Jewish eyes. We weave together philosophy,…