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The Watchers and the Teli: Ancient Tradition In Light of UAP Disclosure

Time will tell what will come of the Department of War's UAP disclosure. Some people are hopeful, some suspicious of limited hangouts, and others may be completely blindsided by a crisis of faith. In this work, we explore some of the lesser-known aspects of the tradition that might be helpful.

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Video: Reading Acts 10 as a Midrash on Zechariah 8:23

In a previous article, we explored how Peter’s vision was not intended to collapse the Biblical dietary laws. In this, we go deeper and look at how this story may actually be a creative Midrash on Zechariah's prophecy of the Messianic kingdom.

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Hastening Messiah | A Conversation with Efraim Palvanov

Efraim Palvanov is an author, teacher, and speaker who blends deep Jewish tradition with his background in science. He is savvy, with degrees in biology and education, and even served in the Canadian Armed Forces.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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New Book Available: Illumination Volume 2

The Illumination series aims to uncover the hidden layers of Jewish tradition within the New Testament. In this volume, we begin to explore some of the mystical elements of early kabbalah and its impact on the Gospel message and worldview.

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The Rise and Fall of the Nephilim: Exploring the Legends of Fallen Angels and Giants

People have been captivated by the Bible's mention of rebellious Angels, their giant offspring known as the Nefilim/Nephilim, and the various implications of these ideas. In this work, we explore the hidden tradition of the Nephilim, and its implications on humankind.

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Live Online Member Discussion - The Davidic Messiah

Join us for a thought-provoking online discussion as we explore the mysteries surrounding the tradition of Messiah Ben David. November 3rd, 2024 @ 3pm ET

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From Life to Afterlife: Judgment of the Soul in Jewish Tradition - Part 1

What happens to the soul when it moves from the physical to the spiritual world? In this 2-part series, we explore what the tradition has to say about angels, the life review, and tips on how we might spend our time differently.

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New! Apparel & Graphic Tees

Custom apparel is now available through the Hidden Orchard Project, featuring clean and meaningful designs in English and Hebrew.

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Torah for Non-Jews. A Convo with Rabbi Pinchas Taylor

Our guest, Orthodox Rabbi, Pinchas Taylor covers a wide range of topics in his projects. Over the last few years, Rabbi Taylor has become a voice I appreciate, particularly as he has boldly waded into the murky space of revealing Torah to the nations.

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Book Available, ILLUMINATION. Revealing the Jewish-ness of the New Testament

“Illumination: Revealing the Jewish-ness of the New Testament” is a journey of enlightenment, uncovering the hidden layers of the New Testament, and bringing to light the deep Rabbinic influences found within its pages.

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The Missing Context of the New Testament - pt. 1

One of the most important components to understanding the "New Testament" is found amid an incident that most Bible readers have never heard of. We'll learn how a particular disagreement between predominant Pharisaic schools shaped the contours and the perplexing milieu of first-century Judaism.

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Mysticism in the New Testament - A Conversation w/Daniel Matt

One of my favorite scholars leading the charge in the study of Jewish Mysticism is Professor Daniel Matt. Recently, Professor Matt took some time to answer a few of my questions about the connections between the Kabbalah and the New Testament.

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Holy Spirit vs. Ruach HaKodesh: Revealing the Essence of Divine Presence

One of the most elusive concepts in the Bible is the idea of the Holy Spirit. Though Judaism and Christianity share some common ground in recognizing Ruach HaKodesh/Holy Spirit as an aspect of the Divine Presence, the nuances and theological underpinnings differ significantly.

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How to Read the Letters of Paul

The writings of the Apostle Paul, commonly known as the Epistles, hold immense significance in Christian theology. How will we re-evaluate his letters if we view them within a specific Rabbinic correspondence framework?

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New Book - Exploration of the Soul

Though concealed from many, the Bible's inner wisdom and soul, particularly its exploration through the Jewish tradition, remain some of humankind's most practical, timeless, and profound writings.

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Unexpected Encounters: Jesus and the Canaanite Woman

Jesus is surrounded by his students while teaching when a woman suddenly interrupts, asking him to heal her daughter. We naturally expect him to immediately heal a child with care and compassion. However, his response is an unexpected curveball.

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Why Can't Christians and Jews Agree on Isaiah 53?

A recurring theme throughout this website is the push for readers to become aware of the prevalence of Jewish mysticism throughout the New Testament. For many reasons, understanding the texts through this lens will unlock new insights, and correct some

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The Pharisees Who Wash the Outside of Cups

Though it can lead to flawed conclusions, reading the Gospels and Epistles without understanding the complicated and technical discussions of Jewish law behind them is simple. We should know that these knowledge gaps are not inconsequential and can result in oversimplified interpretations.

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Messiah

Much of the New Testament relies on a reader's pre-knowledge of the Jewish Oral Torah, often referred to as the "Mesorah". From this, we derive ubiquitous concepts like, Messiah, the World to Come, Sin, heaven and Hell.

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Casting Their Nets

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From Water to Wine

Among the most well-known stories in the Gospels, Jesus turning 'water to wine' is arguably one of the most commonly known. While some see a story that highlights mastery over the physical elements, the Rabbinic metaphors indicate that there is more to this story than meets the eye.