Members only Mysticism and Spirituality The Secret of the Number 8: Transcending the Natural Order When the Biblical text specifically mentions the number 8, it may be communicating more than an ordinal sequence, but a hidden meaning. In this article, we'll explore the hidden meaning of the number 8.
Members only New Testament Insights Paul’s Rule and the Conversion Controversy Paul's teachings are seen as a break from Judaism, but what if his ideas on Jewish and Gentile identity are not a rejection of Rabbinic thought, but deeply rooted in it? How does that change how we read a pivotal verse in 1 Corinthians?
Members only New Testament Insights Featured The Shaliach: Agency and Representation in Jewish Tradition Can someone speak, act, forgive, heal, or even claim unity with G_D without collapsing the boundary between the human and Divine? Is there a precedent in the Torah that helps us understand this idea?
Members only Featured Eternal Punishment: Understanding “Hell” Through Rabbinic Thought One of the most common and troubling concepts associated with the Bible has to be the idea of "eternal punishment." But when we dig through the layers of Greek-to-Hebrew translations, we find a different picture of the afterlife.
Members only Mysticism and Spirituality Angels & Intermediaries: The Role of Malachim in Creation What are Angels? Many cultures have a category for heavenly beings. And though they are indeed mentioned, Bible readers will not find comprehensive details about Angels within the texts. For that, we need to dig through the Jewish tradition.
Members only New Testament Insights Who Is the "New Man" in Ephesians? For centuries, Paul's vision of the “One New Man” has been used to erase Jewish identity in the name of Christian unity. But what if we've misunderstood him entirely?
New Testament Insights The Dynamics of Jewish Law and Paul's Epistles The New Testament, particularly the letters of Paul, reflects the Jewish legal process (Halacha) in the era before the codification of the Mishnah (cir. 2nd century). In this podcast episode, learn the fundamentals of Jewish law and see how these ideas transform your understanding.
Midrash Featured The Wisdom of the Long Short Road: Finding Purpose Through Struggle Not all shortcuts are short. A lesson from the Talmud provides a layered teaching about life, growth, and the soul’s journey.
Members only New Testament Insights Reconsidering the Last Supper: Gospel Calendar Conflictsand the Passover Seder Was the Last Supper a Passover Seder? Was Jesus executed on a Friday, or is there something else between the lines that we've missed?
Replacement Theology Not a Pagan, Slave, or Woman. Understanding the Context of a Controversial Prayer. What is a Goy, and are the Rabbis elitist? This article unpacks one of the most misunderstood Jewish prayers, exploring its theological context, we uncover a message of reverence—not superiority.
Members only New Testament Insights The Tzaddik and the Temple: Decoding Gospel Accounts of the Crucifixion Considered obsolete by Christians, the Temple is still mourned by Jews. Is there a place for the Temple in the future, or has this been replaced by Jesus?
Members only Mysticism and Spirituality Proofs of Oral Torah: Origins of The Daniel Plan In this series, we're challenging the assumption that an oral tradition—specifically, the Jewish oral tradition—is irrelevant to Biblical understanding and application. In this episode, we'll explore a deeper insight into Daniel's dietary problems in Babylon and the origins of his solution.
Midrash The Lion & The Dog. Humility and Ego in the Temple Offerings The Jewish tradition tells us something profound and fascinating: when a sacrifice was brought with the proper intent, fire from above would descend and consume it in the shape of a lion. Majestic. Elevated. Spiritually-aligned.
Paid-members only Paid-Full Access The Helper: Ibur in the Gospel of John What is the "Helper" Jesus speaks about in the Gospel of John? See how a concept from the Kabbalah can help us understand this mysterious and misunderstood passage.
Replacement Theology "It’s the Jews": The Erev Rav and the Golden Calf The incident of the Golden Calf is one of the Torah's worst betrayals. We will explore this shadowy group of saboteurs, known as the Erev Rav, and understand their relevance in our time.
Members only Midrash The Resurrection of Lazarus The story of Lazarus, as recounted in the Gospel of John, is one of the most profound miracles performed by Jesus. But when we look deeper at this story, with hints from the Jewish tradition, more details emerge.
New Testament Insights Featured First Fruits of Zion Repost: Is the Church Israel 2.0? I had the opportunity to work with First Fruits of Zion (FFOZ) on a piece related to my personal experiences with Replacement Theology.
Mysticism and Spirituality From Dormancy to Renewal, the Mystical Themes of Tu B'Shvat The minor holiday, Tu B'shvat, known as the New Year for Trees, reveals a hidden spiritual tradition that is focused on rectification and renewal.
Members only Mysticism and Spirituality An Introduction to Demons in Jewish Tradition In this article, we explore the Jewish tradition of the demonic. Through the Bible, Rabbinic, and mystical lenses, we'll reveal how Jewish thought interprets these supernatural beings, various classes, and their impact on the human experience.
Holidays and Festivals Proofs of Oral Torah: The Four Fast Days in Zechariah In this article, we're highlighting a powerful Biblical example that illustrates the interconnectedness between Scripture and the Jewish Oral Torah through the words of the Prophet Zechariah.
Paid-members only Featured Featured Dybuk: The Mysteries of Spiritual Possession The dybuk, often called an evil spirit, represents the restless soul of a deceased individual who clings to the living, often causing spiritual or physical disturbances. From the New Testament to the Kabbalah, we will explore this idea in depth.
Paid-members only Torah Revisiting Purity and Impurity: Lakme Batya Elior's Exploration of Taharah and Tumah Have you ever wondered why the Bible considers a mother impure after giving birth to a newborn? If having children is a commandment, why must the mother have her life disrupted, separated from normalcy?
Mysticism and Spirituality Did Paul Openly Teach Jewish Mysticism to the Gentiles in Rome? Did Paul teach the Gentiles early kabbalistic ideas about the Nefesh, Ruach, and Neshamah? If so, this may make his letters some of the earliest appearances of these ideas. How does this change the understanding of these popular verses?
Mysticism and Spirituality The Deep Connection Between Chinese Medicine and Tefillin If we examine where the knots and wrappings are placed from a TCM point of view, it appears that the tefillin and wraps form a potent acupuncture point formula aimed at elevating the spirit and clearing the mind.
Members only New Testament Insights Sowing the Seeds of Redemption: A Hidden Message in Genesis 47? Why does the tradition seem to be silent on the ending of Parasha Vayigash? Why does the Torah tell us about Joseph's interactions with the people of Egypt? Is there a Messianic hint in these passages for us to explore?
