Resources

Here you will find helpful resources to aid your learning and understanding of Torah and Judaism.

Brief Biographies

I mention a number of early and modern Torah commentaries when I study a verse. Here you will find brief biographies arranged in (approximately) chronological order.

Biographies of some Torah commentators.

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Glossary

As I’m sure you know, every field of study has it’s own vocabulary. In this guide I’ve tried to present definitions of unusual words I use in my articles.

Glossary of frequently used phrases.

Free Downloads

Here is the current list of free reports available on Thinking Torah.

Learn Chumash with Rashi

These days it is almost impossible to find a Chumash that does not include Rashi’s commentary. Jewish children and adults all over the world learn Chumash with Rashi. However, his commentary is not always simple and easy to understand.

This guide will help you better understand Rashi.

Bug Checking Guide

The Jewish people are commanded to not eat bugs. We also live in a world that is filled with bugs.

This guide will help you know how to check fruits and vegetables for insects without making yourself crazy.

Clean for Passover

The Jewish people are commanded to remove all leavened products from their homes during the Passover holiday. We are also commanded to enjoy the holiday.

This guide will show you how to balance those (seemingly) conflicting obligations.

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