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The Crucifixion of Isaac

Years ago, I heard a lecture by an Orthodox Rabbi who shared some deeper insights about the event known in the Torah as the "Akeidah", the "Binding" of Isaac. I found incredible parallels in this story that match the Gospel narrative of Jesus's crucifixion and teachings.

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5 Worlds - Jewish Cosmology

What if the universe you see is only a fraction of what truly exists? The jewish tradition tells of five worlds, Assiyah, Yetzirah, Beriyah, Atzilut, and Adam Kadmon.

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“Where Does the Bible Say That?” Understanding Scripture and "Inspired" Writings

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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.

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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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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?

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Salvation Part 2: Saved From Hell

In part 2 of this series, we explore the overlap of the ideas about the soul and its journey after death. Is hell eternal, and is there repentance after life?

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Gematria - Decoding the Hidden Secrets of Torah

What is Gematria, is it a valid form of Biblical interpretation - and if so, is it found in scripture? In this article, we explore this idea and how Daniel used Gematria to decipher the fateful message for King Belshazzar.

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Video Replay: Understanding Ibur Online Study Session

This is the Replay video from our 'live' online study on July 22 @7pm.

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Discovering the Mazal: Energies and Insights of the Hebrew Calendar

From periods of triumph and celebration to periods of reflection and trials, the Hebrew calendar weaves a complex story rooted in spirituality, each month with its own unique mazal.

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Soul Series: Yechidah pt. 5

In our Soul Series, we've explored the levels of the soul that we may perceive more frequently in our day-to-day life. Yechidah is the final and ultimate stage of consciousness that humankind awaits.

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Elevating the Sparks, and Tikkun Olam

'Elevating the Sparks' is a kabbalistic idea that can help to make sense of life's ups, downs, and everything in between, transforming how we view the world and our role in Tikkun Olam.

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Diagram: Holiness and Purity

What are spiritual gifts? Are these unrelated and unrepeatable spiritual occurrences, or is there a system that we might be able to put into use in our development?

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Into the Shadows: Understanding the Sitra Achra and the Nature of Evil

[The Sitra Achra] is actually a part of this world. It is the lowest extremity of this world of our known reality. Were there an independent world of Sitra Achra, it would be beyond amendment and redemption.

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Difficult Sayings of Jesus: "Eat of My Flesh"

A particular passage in the Gospel of John has been difficult for many readers to understand for centuries. The text indicates that many in Jesus's day had a hard time with it too.

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Understanding and Protecting from Evil Eye

Evil Eye, known in Hebrew as "Ayin Hara" (עַיִן הָרָע), is the belief that a malevolent gaze can bring some degree of harm or misfortune to those it befalls. Mentioned a few times in the Gospels, it is a topic worth exploring in modern times.

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The Fourth Revolution of Torah

The times we live in are unique. While troubling and challenging on one hand, they also provide never-before opportunities to connect with the Creator. Learn about the Fourth Revolution of Torah and how to take part.

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TzimTzum - Creating Space, Creating Potential

Though a foreign concept, "tzimtzum" offers a unique perspective that helps to understand a myriad of topics, such as; the creation of the world, the existence of time within eternity, good versus evil, and how the Divine interacts with the mundane.

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3 Stages of Change According to Kabbalah

These stages can transform us into stronger, more resilient individuals when embraced and understood. Surprisingly, this idea is hinted at in the Biblical story of Jacob with the three types of sheep.

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What Does the Bible Say About the Afterlife?

The concept of the afterlife, particularly heaven, and hell, has been the subject of fascination and contemplation across various religious and cultural traditions. But, what does the Bible say about these topics?

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Understanding the Klippah

One useful but complex topic is known as the "klippah", which means "husk", or "shell" in Hebrew. Though esoteric, this work will make this complex idea simple enough to begin applying today.

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What Is A "Baptism of Fire?"

What did John [the Baptist] mean when he said Jesus would 'baptize with fire'? The answer can be found in the Kabbalah, and is surprisingly practical for understanding some more complex metaphors in the Bible.

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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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Creating an Inner Space for Meditation

In this article, we're going to look at a simple yet effective way to develop an 'inner space' of your own, a place you can visit mentally when meditating, praying, getting away for a quick reset, or brainstorming solutions for problems.

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Confronting Our Shadow

We should recognize, there is a difference between rectifying your imbalanced character traits and rectifying the cause of the imbalance. For this, we need to confront our shadow.