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Sunday Shul Torah Study – VaYakheil / Pekudai
Posted by Roots of Faith on 15 Mar 2009 | Tagged as: ARBA4, ROF Sunday Shul, Roots of Faith
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VaYakheil
Exodus 35:1-38:20
1 Kings 7:40-50
22nd Torah Reading, 10th in Exodus
(122 verses)
Pekudai
Exodus 38:21-40:38
1 Kings 7:51-8:21
23rd Torah Reading, 11th in Exodus
(92 verses)
Overview / Commentary
This week two portions are combined; VaYakheil (and he assembled) and Pekudai (accounts). We also complete the Book of Exodus (Shemoth) this week. This Sabbath is also one of 4 special Sabbaths around Purim. Shekalim and Zacor come before Purim and Parah and this week’s special reading HaHodesh come after.
This special Sabbath gets its name from the opening words of Exodus 12:2 - HaHodesh hazeh – The verse literally translated says, “This month is to you a head of months; it is a first one to you - for months of the year. I love this time of year. The flowers are in bloom and all of nature sings that newness is in the air. Time for Israel, was to begin with their freedom.
The special section of the Torah that is read on this Sabbath HaHodesh is Exodus 12:2-20. It tells of Pesach (Passover) and contains the command to keep Passover and Unleavened Bread.
A Taste of Hebrew #35 – Layelah – night
Posted by Torah Focus on 13 Mar 2009 | Tagged as: A Taste of Hebrew, ARBA4, Torah Focus
A Taste of Hebrew – with Dr. Walter Oakley
Mondays on ARBA4
A Taste of Hebrew #35 – Layelah – night
This word is usually translated “night.”
It has a unusual etymology. Its origin comes from a spiral staircase. How can the “spiral Staircase” relate to “night”? This class explains this problem.
The Day of the L-rd pt2
Posted by The Gates on 12 Mar 2009 | Tagged as: ARBA4, Hatikva, The Gates
The Gates – With Joseph Good
Wednesdays on ARBA4
The Gates Program #121- The day of the L-rd pt 2 – Moedim #16
The topic of the Day of the L-rd is continued in this episode with an examination of its usage in the book of Isaiah. Also introduced are the concepts of the Birthpains as well as the Day of Trouble.
Purim Part 1 – The Hidden Face of G-d
Posted by Torah Focus on 10 Mar 2009 | Tagged as: ARBA4, Midrashim, Torah Focus
Midrashim – with Dr. Walter Oakley
Tuesdays on ARBA4
Program #56 – Purim Part 1 – The Hidden Face of G-d
I discuss the idea of Esther’s name as the “hidden” one. I also discuss the ideology of the two Rabbinic Feasts. Chanukah and Purim and their special characteristics. I then go on to discuss the uniqueness of Purim. Why did Haman use the “lot” to determine the time of Jewish fate? This Program discusses this idea and more.
The Festivals – The Day of the L-rd – Moedim #15
Posted by The Gates on 04 Mar 2009 | Tagged as: ARBA4, Hatikva, The Gates
The Gates – With Joseph Good
Wednesdays on ARBA4
The Gates Program #120- The Day of the L-rd – Moedim #15
This program begins with a study of one of the most used expressions in the Tanach and the Gospels and Epistles, the Day of the L-rd. The link of the expression birthpains of the Messiah is briefly covered/ The importance of Festival terminology in understanding eschatology is also introduced.
Ezra’s Ten Rules Part 15 – Conclusion
Posted by Torah Focus on 03 Mar 2009 | Tagged as: ARBA4, Midrashim, Torah Focus
Midrashim – with Dr. Walter Oakley
Tuesdays on ARBA4
Program #55 – Ezra’s Ten Rules Part 15 – Conclusion
In this final program on Ezra’s Tiknot I discuss the concluding tiknot such as women rising early to bake bread. Ezra also suggests that peddlers should be allowed to travel from town to town selling cosmetics and wares. He futher sugests that women wear a “sinnar.” I discuss the possibilities of what a sinnar might possily be as well as its purpose. Ezra also talks of the mikvek. I discuss briefly the mikveh and its intended purpose and why Ezra tell the woman to comb her hair before entering the ritual bath.
A Taste of Hebrew #34 – Day – a time period
Posted by Torah Focus on 02 Mar 2009 | Tagged as: A Taste of Hebrew, ARBA4, Torah Focus
A Taste of Hebrew – with Dr. Walter Oakley
Mondays on ARBA4
A Taste of Hebrew #34 – Day – a time period
This word is based on Strong’s number 3117 and TWOT No 0852
I discuss the term from its lexical definition along with brief discussion on the Biblical day.
The Festivals #14 – The Sabbath of G-d Part 2
Posted by The Gates on 25 Feb 2009 | Tagged as: ARBA4, Hatikva, The Gates
The Gates – With Joseph Good
Wednesdays on ARBA4
The Gates Program #119- The Sabbath of G-d Part 2 – Moedim #14
Various key points which relate to eschatology from Bereishit (Genesis) one are made in this episode. The program continues to examine the fourth day, the sun and moon and how they represent the Messiah and Israel – his bride. Also studied is the appearance of the tannin (the serpent – a picture of the False Messiah) on the fifth day. The program concludes with a study of what day six and the number six teaches us about the coming Sabbath of G-d.
Ezra’s Ten Rules Part 14 – Washing and Garlic
Posted by Torah Focus on 24 Feb 2009 | Tagged as: ARBA4, Midrashim, Torah Focus
Midrashim – with Dr. Walter Oakley
Tuesdays on ARBA4
Program #54 – Ezra’s Ten Rules Part 14 – Washing and Garlic
I begin with a review of the past lessons then, move on to the final “tiknot “ which includes women washing clothing on Thursdays and eating garlic on Fridays.
Why wash cloths on Thursday? And, what does eating Garlic have to do with anything?
This Lesson gives a basic overview of how important Ezra and the men of the great assembly saw Shabbat.
Vayikra – and He called
Posted by Torah Focus on 23 Feb 2009 | Tagged as: A Taste of Hebrew, ARBA4, Torah Focus
A Taste of Hebrew – with Dr. Walter Oakley
Mondays on ARBA4
A Taste of Hebrew #33 – Vayikra – and He called
This Hebrew word is built upon Strong’s # 7121 and the TWOT #2063
It is also the foundation for the Hebrew word “mikra” (The holy convocations)
