Orthodox Messianic Jewish Torah Study | Benei Avraham

🌟 Discover Yosef’s inspiring journey of faith and resilience! From enduring trials to flourishing as a leader, Yosef teaches us how to thrive, not just survive. 🌿 His story even ties beautifully to the spirit of Hanukkah, with lessons on dedication, light, and serving others. 🕯️✨ 🎥 Watch Now for insights into: ➡️ Overcoming hardships with faith ➡️ Turning survival into thriving ➡️ Connecting Y...

The Torah portion of Miketz had quite a few connections to the Messiah. The second son of Yosef had a direct line to the messiah. The things that happened during Yosef’s time in Egypt pointed to the coming Messiah. And Yosef’s rule over Egypt and the known world set a pattern for the Messiah to follow.

Dive into the profound significance of Jewish festivals and traditions in this enlightening session. Learn the biblical and rabbinic foundations of sacred times, the observance of Yom Tov Sheini (Second-Day Festivals), and how they shape Jewish identity both in Israel and the diaspora. 🕊 Key Highlights: Overview of Torah and rabbinically mandated festivals. Historical context of Yom Tov Sheini and...

Explore Joseph’s remarkable story of resilience, leadership, and faith as he rises from slavery to second-in-command in Egypt. Through fascinating Midrash insights and Torah commentary, we uncover themes of humility, divine purpose, and the impact of righteous actions. Learn how Joseph’s unwavering commitment to Hashem shaped his journey and inspired those around him. 📖 Key Highlights: Joseph’s t...

The Torah portion of Vayeshev is full of connections between Yosef and Yeshua. There are two Messiahs, and Yosef points to the suffering messiah, the first messiah. Yosef’s two dreams give a pattern for the first messiah to follow.

Explore the key synagogue leadership roles in Jewish tradition, including the Rabbi, Chazan (Cantor), Gabbai, and Kohanim. Learn their responsibilities, spiritual significance, and how they support vibrant Jewish communal life.

Explore the significance of the synagogue in Jewish life. From its role as a Beit Tefilah (House of Prayer) to a hub for education, community gatherings, and spiritual connection, learn how it fosters a deeper relationship with God and Torah. Watch now to delve into this sacred tradition.

Explore the timeless wisdom of the Baal Shem Tov in this Shabbat drash, as we delve into the story of two brothers—Yankel and Yuri—who took divergent paths in life. This thought-provoking tale highlights the challenges of maintaining Jewish identity in good times and bad, the spiritual struggles of assimilation, and the importance of staying connected to Hashem and Torah values. 🕊 Key Highlights:...

Discover the profound spiritual lessons of transitioning from Ya'akov to Yisrael in this inspiring Shabbat message. Explore the meanings behind these sacred names, the divine spark within us, and how we can elevate our mundane actions to glorify Hashem. Learn how to live as Yisrael—a direct connection to the Divine—not just on Shabbat, but every day of the week. Plus, take on this week's challenge...

Join us for a meaningful discussion on the unique identity of Benei Avraham, a traditional Messianic Jewish congregation. Learn how this community approaches Messianic Judaism by focusing on studying Judaism and the Jewish Yeshua, contrasting with many mainstream practices. This drash dives into the week’s Torah portion, the significance of Jacob’s wrestling encounter, and the importance of living...

Dive into the profound lessons of humility, forgiveness, and spiritual inheritance in this inspiring drash. Explore the deeper meanings behind Jacob's birthright and blessing, his reconciliation with Esau, and the spiritual symbolism of his seven prostrations. Learn how these ancient stories connect to the teachings of unconditional forgiveness and repentance in our daily lives. 🕊 Key Highlights:...

The Torah portion of Vayishlach is full of deeper meanings hidden underneath the surface meaning. Ya’akov returning to Kena’an (Canaan) with an abundance of blessings points towards the return of the Jewish people. The story of the death of Rachel points to the Messiah. Benei Avraham is a Traditional Jewish Congregation, Inspired by Mashiach. We help Jews who believe in Yeshua do a formal return t...

In this week’s Torah portion, Jacob dreams of a ladder stretching from earth to heaven, with angels ascending and descending upon it. This vivid imagery symbolizes a profound connection between the spiritual and physical realms, offering lessons about our relationship with God and the role of righteous individuals in our lives. The Ladder and Jacob Genesis 28:12 says: "And he dreamed, and behold,...

The Well of Jacob: Purity, Purpose, and Our Connection to Hashem - Messianic Bible Study

Vayetzeh: Focus, Devotion, and Becoming a Light to the Nations - Messianic Jewish Bible Study

This week’s parsha, Vayetzeh, offers countless lessons, but today, I want to focus on one profound idea: gratitude—a cornerstone of what it means to be Jewish. Let’s revisit the story of Leah and her fourth son. When Leah gave birth to him, she named him Yehudah, saying, “This time, I will gratefully praise Hashem.” (Genesis 29:35). The name Yehudah literally means “I will give thanks,” and from i...

In the Torah portion Vayetzeh, we will learn about how the story of Ya’akov’s ladder relates to the Exile and the eventual Redemption from the Exile. We will learn about how Ya’akov’s weeping is related to the Exile. We will learn about how Rachel’s weeping is related to the death of Messiah, why Leah wept, and how Rachel and Leah point to the two messiahs, the two times the Messiah will come down...

Discover the depth of Jewish prayer through blessings for food, seasons, and life events. Learn the importance of Hebrew, communal unity, and spiritual growth. Insights from 'To Be a Jew' and traditional teachings enrich this discussion.

In this session, we explore the depth of prayer in Judaism as a profound "service of the heart" (avodah she'belav), examining its roots, purpose, and evolution. Join us as we discuss the core components of prayer, such as the Amidah and Shema, and learn about their historical significance and their role in daily Jewish life. We cover how the structured prayers reflect the Temple offerings, how wom...

Today, we examine the Mezuzah, commanded in Deuteronomy 6:9 to be placed on doorposts as a sign of God’s Oneness and as a reminder of His commandments. Learn how the Mezuzah marks each entryway, transforming spaces into reminders of faith, devotion, and the duty to love and worship God. We’ll also discuss proper placement and which doors require a Mezuzah, maintaining its sacred role within a Jewi...

Join us as we explore the mitzvah of Tzitzit from Numbers 15:38-39, which commands the use of fringes on four-cornered garments. Learn how the Tallit Gadol fulfills this command during morning prayers and why it’s praiseworthy to wear Tzitzit throughout the day. At BA, we honor the Breslov tradition by including tekhelet, the blue thread, whenever possible. Discover the significance of Tzitzit in...

Discover the significance of Tefillin, rooted in Deuteronomy 6:4-8 and Exodus 13:9,16. Worn on the hand and forehead, Tefillin serve as a constant reminder of God’s commandments and the deliverance from Egypt. These sacred symbols represent devotion to God’s law, following His command to keep His words "on our hearts." Learn more about how Tefillin connect us to daily acts of faith and spiritualit...

Shabbat: A Island in Time - Conversion to Judaism

From our next Torah portion, Chayei Sarah, we will learn about how the text itself points to Mashiach, how the relationship between Avraham and Sarah points to the connection between the spirit and the body, how Sarah’s tomb points to the resurrection, how Sarah herself points to the resurrection, and about how Rebekah’s arrival and marriage to Isaac allude to Jerusalem and the second coming. We w...

Vayera Drash by Tsapha 5785 - Messianic Bible Study