Torah Portions

Torah Portions episodes:

• 04.15.2024

  Torah Portion – Metzorah (Vayikra 14:1 – 15:33)

  This is a commentary on the Torah portion Metzora – “Leper.” In the previous Torah portion we learned about the affliction of tzarat and how it was the physical manifestation of a spiritual malady. In Metzora, instruction is given as to...

  
• 04.08.2024

  Torah Portion – Tazriah (Vayikra 12:1 – 13:59)

  This is a commentary on the Torah portion Tazriah – “Conceive.” Where the previous Torah portion emphasized those animals whose carcass could render someone unclean, this portion focuses on contamination resulting from what emanates from humans. The greater part of this...

  
• 04.01.2024

  Torah Portion – Sh’mini (Vayikra 9:1 – 11:47)

  This is a commentary on the Torah portion Sh’mini – “Eighth.” All the preparation for and anticipation of the mishkan culminates on this the eighth day since the consecration of the priesthood began. Yet, on what should have been a joyous...

  
• 03.25.2024

  Torah Portion – Tzav (Vayikra 6:8 – 8:36)

  Where the previous torah portion addressed the people of Israel and the instructions of where and how they were to present their offerings, this sidrah addressed the priests and how they were perform their duties. These chapters essentially constitute a...

  
• 03.18.2024

  Torah Portion – Vayikra (Vayikra 1:1 – 6:7)

  This is a teaching on the parsha Vay’yikra – “And He called.” This sidrah establishes a connection between the process to construct the mishkan with the necessary procedures to sustain the mishkan as it was intended to be – the...

  
• 03.11.2024

  Torah Portion – Pekudei (Shemot 38:21 – 40:38)

  Here is my d’rash (commentary) on the Torah Portion – Pekudei (“accountings”). In this parsha, we see the concluding stages of the mishkan’s construction and its erection on 1 Aviv. The culmination of this entire process is when the Sh’kinah fills the house...

  
• 03.04.2024

  Torah Portion – Vay’yakhel (Shemot 35:1 – 38:20)

  Here is a d’rash (commentary) on the Torah Portion – Vay’yakhel (“He assembled”). In this parsha, Moses invites the entire nation to participate in the building of the mishkan by bringing the items needed to build it. This portionhighlights the willingness of the people...

  
• 02.26.2024

  Torah Portion: Ki Tisa (Shemot 30:11 – 34:35)

  Here is a d’rash (commentary) on the Torah Portion – Ki Tisa (When You Elevate). This parsha highlights Israel’s failure to abide by the instruction – “You are to worship no other gods or make graven images.” The Golden Calf...

  
• 02.19.2024

  Torah Portion: Tetzaveh (Shemot 27:20- 30:10)

  Here is a d’rash (commentary) on the Torah Portion – Tetzaveh. This parsha highlights the selection of the priests and the holy garments designed especially for them and, in particular, the High Priest. Of particular interest to us, as believers, are...

  
• 02.12.2024

  Torah Portion: Terumah (Shemot 25:1-27:19)

  Here is a d’rash (commentary) on the Torah Portion – Terumah. This parsha highlights the preparation for the Mishkan – the Tabernacle – and details different components including the Ark of the Covenant and the Menorah. The emphasis of this...

  
• 02.05.2024

  Torah Portion: Mishpatim (Shemot 21:1-24:18)

  This is our commentary on the portion Mishpatim – “Judgments.” This portion contains God’s instructions and ordinances that will govern Israel’s civil interaction with their fellow man. Beginning with the laws of the bondservant, it addresses how the least among...

  
• 01.29.2024

  Torah Portion: Yitro (Shemot 18:1- 20:26)

  This is our commentary on the portion Yitro – “Jethro.” This portion takes its name from Moses’ father-in-law who offers Moses some sage advice. In this portion we also see the calling of the nation of Israel to be light to the nations...

  
• 01.22.2024

  Torah Portion: B’shelach (Shemot 13:17 – 17:16)

  This is our commentary on the portion B’shelach – “Sent out.” In this portion, Israel goes out of Egypt with a “high hand” which,  a few days later, provokes Pharaoh to pursue the Hebrews – something that had to happen...

  
• 01.15.2024

  Torah Portion: Bo (Shemot 10:1 – 13:16)

  This is our commentary on the portion Bo – “Come.” In this portion, we see the plagues coming to culmination and the deliverance of Israel from bondage. Coinciding with the Exodus is the introduction of the Passover. Hope you enjoy....

  
• 01.08.2024

  Torah Portion: Vayera (Shemot 6:2 – 9:35)

  This is our commentary on the portion Vayera – “I appeared.” In this portion, the outstretched arm of the LORD begins to move upon the land of Egypt. The first seven of ten plagues are unleashed upon Pharaoh and his...

  
• 01.01.2024

  Torah Portion: Shemot (Shemot 1:1 – 6:1)

  This is our commentary on the portion Shemot – “names.” This initial portion of Exodus details some of the most important events in the history of Israel. We see the emergence of a tyrant who seeks to destroy the Hebrew...

  
• 12.25.2023

  Torah Portion: Vayechi (B’reshiyt 47:28 – 50:26)

  Shalom! Here is our commentary on the portion Vayechi – “And he lived.” This is the final portion of B’reshiyt and one full of nuggets. Just some of the highlights are the adoption of Manasseh and Ephraim, the blessing placed...

  
• 12.18.2023

  Torah Portion: Vayigash (B’reshiyt 44:18 – 47:27)

  Shalom! Here is our commentary on the portion Vayigash – “And he approached.” This is one of the most prophetic portions in all of Scripture for it tells of the one who was despised by his brethren, only to be...

  
• 12.11.2023

  Torah Portion: Miketz (B’reshiyt 41:1 – 44:17)

  Shalom! This is my commentary on the portion Miketz – “at the end.” For years, this portion has fascinated me, not only for the fascinating story but, for the prophetic elements. Understanding that we interpret the end from “the beginning”...

  
• 12.04.2023

  Torah Portion: Vayeshev (B’reshiyt 37:1 – 40:23)

  Shalom! This is my commentary on the portion Vayeshev – “and he dwelt.” In this portion, Joseph goes down into Egypt to serve Potiphar, only to be thrown into jail, falsely accused. Yet, we see the Hand of the Creator...

  
• 11.27.2023

  Torah Portion: Vayishlach (B’reshiyt: 32:3 – 36:43)

  Shalom! This is my commentary on the portion Vayishlach - "and he sent." In this portion, Jacob prepares to enter Canaan but not before he first encounters his adversary, Esau. Yet, before this meeting, Jacob must struggle with God and...

  
• 11.20.2023

  Torah Portion: Vayetze (B’reshiyt 28:10 – 32:2)

  This is my commentary on the torah portion Vayetze - "And he went out." This parsha details Jacob's journey into Padam-aram and his time spent under the oppression of Laban. This also tells of the origins of eleven of the...

  
• 11.13.2023

  Torah Portion: Toledot (B’reshiyt 25:19 – 28:9)

  This is my commentary on the torah portion Toledot - "generations." This parsha, in my opinion, is one of the most astounding and prophetically rich portions in the Torah. Here we are introduced to Jacob and Esau and see the...

  
• 11.06.2023

  Torah Portion: Chayeh Sarah (B’reshiyt 23:1 – 25:18)

  This is my commentary on the torah portion Chayeh Sarah - "Life of Sarah." Though it begins with a narrative concerning Sarah's death, the greater part of this sidrah is devoted to Abraham's desire to find a proper wife for...

  
• 10.30.2023

  Torah Portion: Vayera (B’reshiyt 18:1 – 22:24)

  This is my commentary on the torah portion Vayera - "And He appeared." In this torah portion we see the culmination of Abraham's transformation from just a man with a calling to the spiritual father of a nation. The pinnacle...

  
• 10.23.2023

  Torah Portion: Lech L’cha (B’reshiyt 12:1 – 17:27)

  This is my commentary on the torah portion Lech L'cha- "Go for yourself." In this portion we have one of the most important stories Scripture has to offer - the call of Abram of Ur to become Abraham the Hebrew....

  
• 10.16.2023

  Torah Portion: Noah (B’reshiyt 6:9 – 11:32)

  Shalom. This is our commentary on the portion Noach and, like B'reshiyt, it is fairly lengthy. I hope that you will enjoy the content and be blessed. Download PDF by copying and pasting this link into your browser: https://billcloud.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/07/Noah.pdf

  
• 10.09.2023

  Torah Portion: B’reshiyt (B’reshiyt 1:1 – 6:8)

  Shalom. This is our commentary on the Torah's first portion, B'reshiyt - "In the beginning." In this opening portion is the beginning of all things. Consequently, this portion is quite lengthy. Enjoy! Download PDF by copying and pasting this link into...

  
• 10.02.2023

  Torah Portion: V’zot Ha’berachah (D’varim 33:1 – 34:12)

  Shalom. This is our commentary on the Torah's final portion, V'zot Ha'Berachah - "And this is the blessing." In this portion, Moses prepares to be gathered unto "his fathers" but before leaving this world, like Jacob, he blesses the tribes...

  
• 09.18.2023

  Torah Portion – Ha’azinu (D’varim 32:1 – 32:52)

  Shalom. Here is our commentary on the parsha Ha'azinu or "listen." This portion is the song of Moses given to Israel just before his death. In it we learn the faithfulness of God in the face of Israel's unfaithfulness and...

  
• 09.04.2023

  Torah Portion – Vay’yelech (D’varim 31:1 – 30)

  Shalom. This is our audio commentary on the portion Vay'yelech - "and he went." On the last day of his life, Moses went through the camp to encourage the people that the Creator would continue to guide them even though...

  
• 09.04.2023

  Torah Portion – Nitzavim (D’varim 29:10 – 30:20)

  Shalom! This is our audio commentary on the portion nitzavim - "standing." As Moses' life draws to a close, he reminds the people to beware of the idolatry they will encounter in the Land. This sidrah emphasizes the ramifications of...

  
• 08.28.2023

  Torah Portion – Ki Tavo (D’varim 26:1 – 29:9)

  Shalom! This is our commentary on the portion Ki tavo - "when you come (into the land)." In this torah portion, the most prominent feature is the "blessings and curses" presented to Israel as a result of obedience or disobedience....

  
• 08.21.2023

  Torah Portion – Ki Tetze (D’varim 21:10 – 25:19)

  Shalom. Here is our audio commentary on the torah portion ki tetze - "when you go out." There are so many issues that are addressed in this portion that it would require an essay to summarize them for you here;...

  
• 08.14.2023

  Torah Portion – Shoftim (D’varim 16:18-21:9)

  Shalom. Here is the audio commentary on the portion, shoftim or "judges." The main emphasis of this portion is the status, qualifications and responsibilities of the officers and leaders of Israel: judges, the king, priests and the prophets. Of particular...

  
• 08.07.2023

  Torah Portion – Re’eh (D’varim 11:26 – 16:17)

  Shalom. This is the (lengthy) commentary on Re'eh - "to see." There was so much material in this portion - the Place where He sets His Name, false prophets and lying signs as well as the Year of Release -...

  
• 07.31.2023

  Torah Portion – Ekev (D’varim 7:12-11:25)

  Shalom. This is my commentary on the parsha Ekev or "reward." This focuses on the spiritual preparations for possessing the land. In this portion we learn that for Israel to do so meant they must resist the temptation of foreign...

  
• 07.24.2023

  Torah Portion – V’et chanan (D’varim 3:23 – 7:11)

  Shalom everyone. This is our commentary on the portion called V'etchanan. This sidrah covers quite a few topics including the prohibition not to mingle with the inhabitants of the Land and Israel's creed to live by - the Sh'ma. Download PDF...

  
• 07.17.2023

  Torah Portion – D’varim (D’varim 1:1 – 3:22)

  Shalom everyone. This is our commentary on the initial Torah portion of D'varim, called D'varim - "words." !In the portion, Moses encourages Israel to, not only listen to his words but, hear him. He exhorts them, as they prepare to...

  
• 07.10.2023

  Torah Portion – Massei (B’midbar 33:1 – 36:13)

  Shalom everyone. This is our commentary on the concluding Torah portion of B'midbar, Massei - "journeys." This portion gives an overview of Israel's journeys through the wilderness, from the departure from Egypt until the encampment on the plains of Moav....

  
• 07.10.2023

  Torah Portion – Mattot (B’midbar 30:1 – 32:42)

  Shalom everyone. This is our commentary on the Torah portion, Mattot. As this portion begins, it focuses on the sacredness of vows. This principle becomes very important as the portion unfolds for the tribes of Reuben and Gad. We also...

  
• 07.03.2023

  Torah Portion- Pinchas (B’midbar 25:10 – 29:40)

  Shalom everyone. This is our commentary on the Torah portion, Pinchas. The beginning of this sidrah continues the narrative of Pinchas’ actions as a result of the sin of Ba’al Peor. As a reward for his righteous zeal, he is...

  
• 06.26.2023

  Torah Portion – Balak (B’midbar 22:2 – 25:9)

  This is our d'rash (commentary) on the torah portion, Balak.  In this portion we see that, despite his best efforts, the Adversary can't curse what the Father has blessed. However, we also learn that, when we let our guard down, he...

  
• 06.26.2023

  Torah Portion Chukat (B’midbar 19:1 – 22:1)

  This is our d'rash (commentary) on the torah portion, Chukat.  Who can render something pure from something that is impure? This is the prevailing theme in this Torah portion. In the ritual of the Red Heifer and again in the Brazen...

  
• 06.19.2023

  Torah Portion – Korah (B’midbar 16:1-18:32)

  This is our d'rash (commentary) on the torah portion, Korah. Rather than complaining about a lack of food and water, this portion describes a full scale revolt against Moses and Aaron coming from two different factions - one led by Korah...

  
• 06.12.2023

  Torah Portion – Shelach L’cha (B’midbar 13:1-15:41)

  This is our d'rash (commentary) on the torah portion, shelach l'cha or "send for yourself." In this portion, Israel is at the threshold of crossing into the land of Canaan. However, an expedition of twelve scouts intended to discover how to...

  
• 06.05.2023

  Torah Portion – Beha’alotcha (B’midbar 8:1 – 12:16)

  This is our d'rash (commentary) on the torah portion, Beha'alotcha or "when you kindle." In Leviticus 8, the Torah teaches of the consecration of the Kohenim. In Numbers 8, the Torah teaches of the consecration of the Levi'im (Levites) as they assume...

  
• 05.29.2023

  Torah Portion – Naso (B’midbar 4:21 – 7:89)

  This is our d'rash (commentary) on the torah portion, Naso or "take the sum." In this portion, the text continues to describe the division of the Levitical families and their duties concerning the transport of the Sanctuary. It also introduces...

  
• 05.15.2023

  Torah Portion: B’midbar (B’midbar 1:1-4:20)

  This is our d'rash (commentary) on the torah portion, Bemidbar or "in the wilderness." In this portion, we see how the tribes were numbered and assigned into four different camps. These camps with their respective standards are seen as the...

  
• 05.08.2023

  Torah Portion – Bechukotai (Vayikra 26:3 – 27:34)

  This is our d'rash (commentary) on the torah portion, Bechukotai or "in my statutes." In this portion, the Scripture describes the blessings that come with obedience and details the judgments that come with disobedience. In this sidrah, Israel is warned...