The Importance of Gratitude
Studies have shown that the human brain processes up to 11 million bits of information per second through our various senses. Since the body is hard-wired for survival, University of Berkeley scientists have discovered...
Torah
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Insights from the Torah, which includes Rabbinic literature and other sources
How To Elevate Your Soul
If you have been reading the articles regarding the human soul, (like this one) you are familiar with the (5) levels, and their un
The Soul - A Detailed Diagram
Below is a helpful diagram mapping the levels of the soul, how they interact with human expression, and where they are generally connected to the body.
Misunderstanding Paul's Message in Romans 11
In Romans 11, Paul leverages a few Midrashic themes from the Rabbinic tradition that many readers may not be aware of. When understood, these further affirm the Jewish people's selection and enduring covenantal place with G_D.
What About Jews Who Don't Believe in Jesus?
When understanding the New Testament, it is important that readers become aware that the focus of much of the texts (ie: the Epist
Jonah's Message for Us Today
As the Jewish world has just closed the books on another Day of Atonement (Yom Kippur), its message remains as important and relev
Atonement
In Hebrew, the word Kaphar (כפר) is the word translated as "atonement" in most english translations. Kaphar can imply the 'forgiveness of sins', but this word has other meanings as well that should give us insight into its essence. It is from this word that we get Yom Kippur (כִּפּוּרִ),
The Misunderstood Torah
The consequence of the sin of the golden calf is that the Torah appears, to most, as simply stories, genealogies, and laws. Subsequently, many perceive the Torah from the opposite angle, fixing their gaze upon the garments.
Is Rosh Hashanah for Everyone?
A little-known secret; though Jews observe this holiday, this holiday is an incredible opportunity for everyone on earth! This is because, on Rosh Hashanah is the day the report card of every individual in the world, undergoes a review.
New Research Shows How Sodom and Gemorah Might Have Been Destroyed
... a high-temperature jet of ionized gases and impactor fragments reaches Earth’s surface at high velocity, excavates unconsolidated sediment, and expands radially outward in what is sometimes called a ‘base surge’.
The (4) Categories of Sin
The Hebrew Bible uses (4) different words to describe the categories of what we have broadly called, "sin". G_D takes in
Holy, Common, Impure, and Pure
One of the more difficult concepts in the Bible are the categories of; Pure and Impure, Holy and Common, and Profane. What adds to the confusion is the inconsistency and imprecision in which some of these words are rendered in various English translations.