Shmuel Moshe

Weekly Parashahcast

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Whether you call it the Torah or the Old Testament, the books of Moses are among the most important pieces of literature in the world. In this show, join a weekly (hopefully) reading and study of the weekly Torah portion. Together we will explore the five books of Moses on a weekly basis and try to decode some of the materials. English translation sourced from resources available on the Chabad organization's website.

Author

Shmuel Moshe

Episodes

Family Reunion | Vayishlach Lecture 5786 | Weekly Parashahcast S3 E08 05.12.2025 22:20

Lecture for Parashat Vayishlach 5786 In this episode of the Weekly Parashahcast, we discuss Jacob's return to the holy land. Dec 6 2025 || 16 Kislev 5786 Hear the full Weekly Torah Portion for Parashat Vayetzei in Season 1 Episode 8. Weekly Parashahcast is an independent program focused on education. It is not affiliated with any particular group or organization.

Sister Affair | Vayetzei Lecture 5786 | Weekly Parashahcast S3 E07 05.12.2025 19:50

Lecture for Parashat Vayetzei 5786 In this episode of the Weekly Parashahcast, we discuss Jacob's years in service to Laban. Nov 29 2025 || 2 Kislev 5786 Hear the full Weekly Torah Portion for Parashat Vayetzei in Season 1 Episode 7. Weekly Parashahcast is an independent program focused on education. It is not affiliated with any particular group or organization.

Liar, Liar | Toldot Lecture 5786 | Weekly Parashahcast S3 E06 21.11.2025 31:06

Lecture for Parashat Toldot 5786 In this episode of the Weekly Parashahcast, we discuss the life of Isaac and the burden of deception. Nov 22 2025 || 2 Kislev 5786 Hear the full Weekly Torah Portion for Parashat Toldot in Season 1 Episode 6. Weekly Parashahcast is an independent program focused on education. It is not affiliated with any particular group or organization.

In Sarah's Wake | Chayei Sarah Lecture 5786 | Weekly Parashahcast S3 E05 21.11.2025 22:07

Lecture for Parashat Chayei Sarah 5786 In this episode of the Weekly Parashahcast, we discuss the period of time after Sarah's death. Hear the full Weekly Torah Portion for Parashat Chayei Sarah in Season 1 Episode 5. Weekly Parashahcast is an independent program focused on education. It is not affiliated with any particular group or organization.

A Righteous Host | Vayera Lecture 5786 | Weekly Parashahcast S3 E04 07.11.2025 29:10

Lecture for Parashat Vayera 5786 In this episode of the Weekly Parashahcast, we discuss Abraham and the angels. Hear the full Weekly Torah Portion for Parashat Vayera in Season 1 Episode 4. Weekly Parashahcast is an independent program focused on education. It is not affiliated with any particular group or organization.

A Covenant Sealed in Flesh | Lech Lecha Lecture 5786 | Weekly Parashahcast S3 E03 07.11.2025 24:32

Lecture for Parashat Lech Lecha 5786 In this episode of the Weekly Parashahcast, we discuss the circumcision of Abraham. Hear the full Weekly Torah Portion for Parashat Lech Lecha in Season 1 Episode 3. Weekly Parashahcast is an independent program focused on education. It is not affiliated with any particular group or organization.

Babel & The Sons of Noah | Bereshit Lecture 5786 | Weekly Parashahcast S3 E02 31.10.2025 32:16

Lecture for Parashat Noah 5786 In this episode of the Weekly Parashahcast, we discuss the reason the people of Babel sought heaven, and the blessings of Noah's three sons. Hear the full Weekly Torah Portion for Parashat Noah in Season 1 Episode 2. Weekly Parashahcast is an independent program focused on education. It is not affiliated with any particular group or organization.

The Original Sin | Bereshit Lecture 5786 | Weekly Parashahcast S3 E01 30.10.2025 20:37

Lecture for Parashat Bereshit 5786 In this episode of the Weekly Parashahcast, we explore the nature of sin and the expulsion from Eden. Weekly Torah Portion: Parashat Bereshit [Season 1 Episode 1] Weekly Parashahcast is an independent program focused on education. It is not affiliated with any particular group or organization.

Kings II 22:1 - 25:30 | S02 E47 Weekly Parashahcast [Bereshit 5786] 17.10.2025 42:47

Kings II 22:1 - 25:30 In this episode of the Weekly Parashahcast, we conclude the book of Kings II. October 18 2025 || 26 Tishrei 5786 Weekly Torah Portion: Parashat Bereshit [Season 1 Episode 1] Text in Hebrew and English available via Chabad.⁠⁠ Weekly Parashahcast is an independent program focused on education. It is not affiliated with any particular group or organization.

Sukkot Special 2025 // 5786 - Weekly Parashahcast 10.10.2025 18:16

Sukkot It's time for Sukkot! In this episode we read the first Torah reading for Sukkot and discuss the nature of work. Text in Hebrew and English available via Chabad.⁠ Weekly Parashahcast is an independent program focused on education. It is not affiliated with any particular group or organization.

Yom Kippur Special 2025 // 5786 - Weekly Parashahcast 03.10.2025 37:47

"Day of Atonement" It's time for Yom Kippur! In this episode we read the Torah portion for Yom Kippur and dive into the mystery of Azazel. Text in Hebrew and English available via Chabad.⁠ Weekly Parashahcast is an independent program focused on education. It is not affiliated with any particular group or organization.

Kings II 19:1 - 21:26 | S02 E47 Weekly Parashahcast [Vayelech 5786] 26.09.2025 31:40

Kings II 19:1 - 21:26 In this episode of the Weekly Parashahcast, we learn of the fate of Hezekiah. September 27 2025 || 5 Tishrei 5786 Weekly Torah Portion: Parashat Vayelech [Season 1 Episode 50] Text in Hebrew and English available via Chabad.⁠⁠ Weekly Parashahcast is an independent program focused on education. It is not affiliated with any particular group or organization.

Kings II 16:1 - 18:37 | S02 E46 Weekly Parashahcast [Nitzavim 5785] 19.09.2025 31:43

Kings II 16:1 - 18:37 In this episode of the Weekly Parashahcast, we learn of the Assyrian conquest of Israel. September 20 2025 || 27 Elul 5785 Weekly Torah Portion: Parashat Nitzavim [Season 1 Episode 50] Text in Hebrew and English available via Chabad.⁠⁠ Weekly Parashahcast is an independent program focused on education. It is not affiliated with any particular group or organization.

Kings II 13:1 - 15:38 | S02 E45 Weekly Parashahcast [Ki Tavo 5785] 12.09.2025 35:25

Kings II 13:1 - 15:38 In this episode of the Weekly Parashahcast, we learn of the Kings of Israel and Judah during and after the life of Elisha. September 13 2025 || 20 Elul 5785 Weekly Torah Portion: Parashat Ki Tavo [Season 1 Episode 49] Text in Hebrew and English available via Chabad.⁠⁠ Weekly Parashahcast is an independent program focused on education. It is not affiliated with any particular...

Kings II 10:1 - 12:22 | S02 E44 Weekly Parashahcast [Ki Teitzei5785] 05.09.2025 24:56

Kings II 10:1 - 12:22 In this episode of the Weekly Parashahcast, we learn of the fate of the houses of Ahab and Ahaziah. September 6 2025 ||13 Elul 5785 Weekly Torah Portion: Parashat Ki Teitzei [Season 1 Episode 48] Text in Hebrew and English available via Chabad.⁠⁠ Weekly Parashahcast is an independent program focused on education. It is not affiliated with any particular group or organization.

Kings II 7:1 - 9:37 | S02 E43 Weekly Parashahcast [Shoftim 5785] 29.08.2025 36:26

Kings II 7:1 - 9:37 In this episode of the Weekly Parashahcast, we learn of the fate of Jezebel and the house of Ahab. August 29 2025 ||6 Elul 5785 Weekly Torah Portion: Parashat Shoftim [Season 1 Episode 47] Text in Hebrew and English available via Chabad.⁠⁠ Weekly Parashahcast is an independent program focused on education. It is not affiliated with any particular group or organization.

Kings II 4:1 - 6:33 | S02 E42 Weekly Parashahcast [Re'eh 5785] 22.08.2025 49:26

Kings II 4:1 - 6:33 In this episode of the Weekly Parashahcast, we learn of miracles of Elisha's day. August 23 2025 || 29 Av 5785 Weekly Torah Portion: Parashat Re'eh [Season 1 Episode 46] Text in Hebrew and English available via Chabad.⁠⁠ Weekly Parashahcast is an independent program focused on education. It is not affiliated with any particular group or organization.

Kings II 1:1 - 3:27 | S02 E41 Weekly Parashahcast [Eikev 5785] 15.08.2025 42:48

Kings II 1:1 - 3:27 In this episode of the Weekly Parashahcast, we begin Kings II. August 16 2025 || 22 Av 5785 Weekly Torah Portion: Parashat Eikev [Season 1 Episode 45] Text in Hebrew and English available via Chabad.⁠⁠ Weekly Parashahcast is an independent program focused on education. It is not affiliated with any particular group or organization.

Kings I 19:1 - 18:46 | S02 E40 Weekly Parashahcast [Va'etchanan 5785] 08.08.2025 58:19

Kings I 19:1 - 18:46 In this episode of the Weekly Parashahcast, we finish the book of Kings. August 9 2025 || 15 Av 5785 Weekly Torah Portion: Parashat Va'etchanan [Season 1 Episode 44] Text in Hebrew and English available via Chabad.⁠⁠ Weekly Parashahcast is an independent program focused on education. It is not affiliated with any particular group or organization.

Kings I 16:1 - 18:46 | S02 E39 Weekly Parashahcast [Devarim 5785] 01.08.2025 30:31

Kings I 16:1 - 18:46 In this episode of the Weekly Parashahcast, we meet Elijah the prophet. August 8 2025 || 8 Av 5785 Weekly Torah Portion: Parashat Devarim [Season 1 Episode 43] Text in Hebrew and English available via Chabad.⁠⁠ Weekly Parashahcast is an independent program focused on education. It is not affiliated with any particular group or organization.

Kings I 12:1 - 15:34 | S02 E38 Weekly Parashahcast [Matot-Masei 5785] 25.07.2025 42:03

Kings I 12:1 - 15:34 In this episode of the Weekly Parashahcast, we learn of the wars of Jeroboam and Rehoboam. July 26 2025 || 1 Av 5785 Weekly Torah Portion: Parashat Matot-Masei [Season 1 Episode 42] Text in Hebrew and English available via Chabad.⁠⁠ Weekly Parashahcast is an independent program focused on education. It is not affiliated with any particular group or organization.

Kings I 10:1 - 12:33 | S02 E37 Weekly Parashahcast [Pinchas 5785] 18.07.2025 33:31

Kings I 10:1 - 12:33 In this episode of the Weekly Parashahcast, Solomon dedicates the temple. July 19 2025 || 23 Tammuz 5785 Weekly Torah Portion: Parashat Pinchas[Season 1 Episode 41] Text in Hebrew and English available via Chabad.⁠⁠ Weekly Parashahcast is an independent program focused on education. It is not affiliated with any particular group or organization.

Kings I 7:1 - 9:28 | S02 E36 Weekly Parashahcast [Balak 5785] 11.07.2025 42:11

Kings I 7:1 - 9:28 In this episode of the Weekly Parashahcast, Solomon dedicates the temple. July 12 2025 || 16 Tammuz 5785 Weekly Torah Portion: Parashat Balak [Season 1 Episode 40] Text in Hebrew and English available via Chabad.⁠⁠ Weekly Parashahcast is an independent program focused on education. It is not affiliated with any particular group or organization.

Kings I 4:1 - 6:38 | S02 E35 Weekly Parashahcast [Chukat 5785] 04.07.2025 26:03

Kings I 4:1 - 6:38 In this episode of the Weekly Parashahcast, Solomon constructs the temple. July 5 2025 || 9 Tammuz 5785 Weekly Torah Portion: Parashat Chukat [Season 1 Episode 39] Text in Hebrew and English available via Chabad.⁠⁠ Weekly Parashahcast is an independent program focused on education. It is not affiliated with any particular group or organization.

Kings I 1:1 - 3:28 | S02 E34 Weekly Parashahcast [Korach 5785] 27.06.2025 37:49

Kings I 1:1 - 3:28 In this episode of the Weekly Parashahcast, David shares his final remarks. June 28 2025 || 2 Tammuz 5785 Weekly Torah Portion: Parashat Korach [Season 1 Episode 38] Text in Hebrew and English available via Chabad.⁠⁠ Weekly Parashahcast is an independent program focused on education. It is not affiliated with any particular group or organization.