The Hidden Orchard Podcast

In the Zohar, a story is told about a traveler, who seems to have evaded death in his sleep – not once, but twice. The Rabbis are puzzled by these miracles, and ask the man about his secret. The answer is surprisingly simple, yet profoundly difficult. https://www.thehiddenorchard.com/the-power-of-forgiveness/

The Bible uses five different words to describe (5) distinct levels of the  human soul , each of which has its own unique properties and expressions. In this episode, we explore these components and build a foundation for other topics.   https://www.thehiddenorchard.com/your-expansive-soul/

One of the key ideas perpetuated through replacement theology, (also known as supercessionism) is taught under the heading of the "New Covenant". On the surface, this seems innocent enough, perhaps even quite logical, however, when we explore this in-depth, some assumptions are revealed. https://www.thehiddenorchard.com/the-new-covenant/  

Paul makes frequent references to the Jewish tradition regarding Adam, the first Adam. As is the case for many Rabbis, this tradition heavily influences Paul's worldview, both eschatologically & practically. Did he intend to nullify Jewish and Gentile, male and female, and other distinctions? Who is the New Man in Ephesus

In the New Testament, Paul recounts a trip he took to the third heaven. What is this place, and is there a similar idea in Jewish thought that we can leverage to understand this mysterious account? In fact, there is, and we explore this idea in this episode.   Visit: https://www.thehiddenorchard.com/the-third-heaven/

In Romans 11, Paul leverages a few Midrashic themes from the Rabbinic tradition that many readers may not be aware of. These affirm the selection and enduring covenantal place the Jewish people have with G_D when understood.    Visit: https://www.thehiddenorchard.com/misunderstanding-pauls-message-in-romans-11/  

History is full of surprising twists and inexplicable events that have forever changed the course of the world. This can also be said of tragedies, though, usually from a downstream vantage point.   Read in article form: https://www.thehiddenorchard.com/the-great-mystery-of-divine-providence/  

In this episode, we explore the hidden tradition of meditation in the Bible. What makes Biblical, ancient Jewish meditation different from modern methods and mindfulness?   https://www.thehiddenorchard.com/jewish-meditation/

If you've been around the world of Jewish thought for a while, you might likely already be familiar with the concept encapsulated in the acronym - PaRDeS. This system of studying and interpreting Torah is ordered into (4) methods of interpretation.   Sign up for more on at: https://www.thehiddenorchard.com/

A careful and objective study of the Pharisees, their worldview(s), and their general thinking process has brought me to an entirely new place. Getting it wrong is not inconsequential; understanding the context and nuance surrounding the Pharisees will become an increasingly vital tool for understanding the New Testament.   https://www.thehiddenorchard.com/pharisees/