The Sefer Chashminoi, also known as the Book of the Maccabees, is a fascinating Jewish text that serves as a bridge between the Tanakh and the Christian prophets. Rabbi Wilhelm, a scholar with deep understanding of Jewish texts, offers his perspective on this intriguing book. He views the Sefer Chashminoi as a reliable Jewish text, despite it not being included in the Tanakh, and acknowledges its significance in connecting the Tanakh and Christian prophets. He also highlights the book's contribution to our understanding of Hanukkah traditions, such as the giving of Hanukkah gelt. Rabbi Wilhelm's insights are shaped by his extensive knowledge and study of Jewish texts. Join Rabbi Wilhelm on this episode of the TaNach is OUR Sefer…learn it! podcast, as he delves deeper into the Sefer Chashminoi and its role in bridging Jewish and Christian texts.

(00:00:00) The Bridge Between Tanach and Prophets

(00:05:20) The Significance of Sefer Chashminoi

(00:08:00) Chanukkah Gelt: The Book of Chashmanayim