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This is a very broad category where I will include topics from the most mundane to the sublime. The point it, Judaism is not merely concerned with Jewish law. There is also deep concern with every aspect of life.

Genesis 48:15-16 – The Redeeming Angel

January 8, 2025

Jacob knows he is about to die. He has a last private meeting with Joseph and he blesses Joseph’s sons.

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Categories Bereshit - Genesis, Hashkafa Tags angels - malachim, Jacob - Yaakov, Joseph, Malbim

Deuteronomy 30:11-14 – Not in Heaven

September 24, 2024

In Deuteronomy 30:11-14 Moses teaches the Jewish people about repentance. Or, maybe he’s teaching about the importance of studying Torah. The verses aren’t clear.

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Categories Devarim - Deuteronomy, Hashkafa Tags commandments, learning, Moses - Moshe, Repentance - Teshuva, sin, Torah

Why Commandments are Important

August 15, 2024February 28, 2024

Many people question if the Torah is relevant in our modern age. A related question is if the 10 Commandments are still relevant.

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Categories Hashkafa Tags commandments

Exodus 19:9 – Purpose of the 10 Commandments

March 5, 2024January 30, 2024

One of the best known passages in the Bible is the Ten Commandments. In this article I explain Exodus 19:9 and what it teaches us about the purpose of the 10 Commandments.

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Categories Hashkafa, Shemot - Exodus Tags commandments, Daat Mikra, Moses - Moshe, Mount Sinai - Har Sinai, prophet

Will There be Any More Prophets?

January 3, 2024August 14, 2023

From the beginning of creation, God has communicated with people. One of those forms of communication is prophecy.

There have been many prophets in the past. Are there any prophets alive today? Will there be any more prophets in the future?

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Categories Hashkafa Tags Balaam - Bilam, Moses - Moshe, prophet, Rabbi Hirsch, Rambam - Maimonides

Can Prophets Make Mistakes?

January 3, 2024August 2, 2023

We are taught that God communicates with true prophets. Then it is natural to ask two questions: Can prophets make mistakes? Are prophets infallible?

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Categories Hashkafa Tags Moses - Moshe, prophet, Samuel - Shmuel

Types of Prophetic Visions in the Bible

January 3, 2024July 24, 2023

God has chosen to deliver prophetic messages in several different ways. This article discusses the types of prophetic visions in the Bible with some examples.

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Categories Hashkafa Tags angels - malachim, dream - dreams, Moses - Moshe, prophet, Rambam - Maimonides

The Prophetic Books of the Bible

January 3, 2024July 11, 2023

There are several different types of books in the Jewish Bible. Some books are primarily historical. Other books contain words of inspiration and philosophy. This article identifies the prophetic books of the Bible.

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Categories Hashkafa Tags Abraham - Avraham, angels - malachim, Moses - Moshe, prophet

How to Become a Prophet or Prophetess

December 19, 2024June 30, 2023

Prophecy is a “learned” skill. It can be taught. Here are the steps you need to become a prophet or prophetess.

Whether you are a man or a woman, the process is the same.

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Categories Hashkafa Tags prophet, Rambam - Maimonides

Types of Prophets in the Bible

January 3, 2024June 26, 2023

It is a basic tenet of Judaism that God wants people to understand the purpose of creation. One of the ways that God has chosen to communicate His will is by revealing it to different types of prophets.

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Categories Hashkafa Tags angels - malachim, dream - dreams, Moses - Moshe, prophet, Rabbi Hirsch, Rambam - Maimonides, Seder Olam
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