Netivyah Intl - Weekly Torah Portion

In this episode, Joe explores the last portion of the Book of Leviticus, chapters 26 and 27, in the weekly Torah reading. Lets discusses the relevance not only to the Israelites in the wilderness but for all generations interpreting it as God's programmatic guide for prosperity and obedience. What does the modern evangelical prosperity doctrine and emphasize? True prosperity according to the scrip...

The Torah portion called Emor, which translates to "And the Lord said to Moses," focusing on purity laws for priests and their familial duties. The highlight, however, is the discussion on the biblical holidays listed in Leviticus 23, exploring their significance beyond being "Jewish feasts" to their mention as "the Lord's feasts." Modern Christians deviate from these holidays, despite their basis...

The Torah portion called Emor, which translates to "And the Lord said to Moses," focusing on purity laws for priests and their familial duties. The highlight, however, is the discussion on the biblical holidays listed in Leviticus 23, exploring their significance beyond being "Jewish feasts" to their mention as "the Lord's feasts." Modern Christians deviate from these holidays, despite their basis...

This week, we delve into a pivotal chapter of the Bible where God commands the Israelites, through Moses, to be holy as He is holy. This profound directive is explored through a detailed examination of Leviticus 19, which begins with God's instruction to the entire congregation to embody holiness. The importance of this command, which is often overlooked or misunderstood in modern Christian contex...

In this week’s podcast, we explore the Torah portion “Acharei Mot,” covering Leviticus 16:1 to 18:30. This passage begins with the aftermath of the deaths of Aaron’s two sons, Nadab and Abihu, and outlines the procedures for entering the Holy Place, emphasizing the importance of formality and reverence in worship. Joseph Shulam reflects on the shift from casual to formal worship practices and draw...

In this week’s episode, we delve into the Torah portion called “Metzora,” which addresses the purification process for those afflicted with leprosy. Joseph Shulam recounts the biblical story of Naaman, a Syrian commander healed by the prophet Elisha, drawing parallels with the Gospel of Luke where Jesus heals ten lepers. The detailed purification rituals described in Leviticus highlight the signif...