And Let HaShem Appoint

B’Midbar (Num.) 27:15 – 28:26

• Ashlamatah: Is 66:1-24
• Special: Isaiah 54:11 – 55:5
• Proverbs 7:1-27
• N.C.: Col. 2:16-23‎

In this class with His Eminence Rabbi Dr. Yosef Ben Haggai is the last class with him while he is here in the United States. In this class we discussed the Festivals and Specifically New Moon and possible representations. This class looks at Messiah and the Jewish people as symbolized in the New Moon. These ideas ring true for all applicable Festivals.

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This week Ross teaches part one of a two-part series on what is arguably the Greatest story ever told. It is the story of the rescue of ancient Israel from the oppressive Pharaoh. Ross shows that this story is one that MUST be told. He covers not only the narrative but the reasons stated in Scripture for sharing it. What was the purpose for the events of the Exodus from Egypt? By working carefully through the Torah’s story of this wonderful rescue, Ross shows some central points that are foundational in our understanding of all that will follow in Scripture. The primary point, and one that is often missed when people talk about “Passover” is covered in this teaching. It has to do with the one referred to as the son of Yehovah. What does Passover have to do with the son of God? You will not want to miss this teaching.

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And He sent Yehudah (B’resheet 46:28-47:28

B’Midbar 28:9-15, Zech 10:6-12 + 11:4-11, 1 Sam 20:18,42, Psa 38:1-23

Nazarean Codicil (New Testament) mk 4:21-25, Lk 11:35-36, 8:16-18; Acts 10:34-43

In this special Torah Focus we again were able to tap into the wisdom of His Eminence Hakham Rabbi Dr Yosef ban Haggai.

We began our class with our usual discussion looking at the points of interest in the Torah Seder. We then began to look at how the Torah Seder revolved around the opening words of our Torah Seder ” And He Sent Yehudah.” The great question was, he sent Yehudah to do what?  We learned that Yehudah went to build a Bet Midrash (House of Study) for Ya’aqob and his Jewish family in Egypt. We then began to look at how this was a prototypical practice for Jews in Diaspora. We looked at the Nazarean Codicil and saw Hakham Tsefet (Peter) doing the very same thing that Yehudah was doing. This opened up a discussion on Jews and gentiles in Diaspora. As usual this was a very informative class.

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In this teaching Ross covers Torah reading VaEra. He focuses on the message presented to Moses concerning the inheritance of the children of Israel. Ross shows that the covenant is progressively revealed from the time of the patriarchs, through the time of Moses and that at times we are shown within these events elements that pertain to our own time. The reading begins with Yehovah telling Moses of his appearances to the fathers. Ross is careful to point out that the covenant is associated with the promise of a land, but he goes further to describe a second component of the inheritance. He then shows that presently many have been separated from their inheritance. A major point of this teaching is the significance placed upon hearing. And finally, Ross shows the reason for the treason. For what purpose was Pharaoh raised up? Why was Israel saved from their cruel bondage? You will not want to miss this teaching.

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And You Are Commanded (B’resheet 45:19-46:27)

Ashlamatah: Amos 2:13 +3:1-8

Nazarean Codicil readings: Mk. 4:13-20; Lk. 8:11-15; Acts 10:17-33

In this Torah Focus we discussed the refrain “Immediately” which was repeated in the Nazarean Codicil three times. His Eminence Hakham Rabbi Dr Yosef ben Haggai elaborated on why the word was repeated in the Nazarean Codicil and how this related to the cited Torah Seder. He further elucidated that the refrain exemplified the Jewish people and the phrase “Na’aseh V’nishmah.”

We entertained various questions from our internet audience concerning Hakham Shaul – Paul and the “Law” and “works of the Law.” The answers give some fresh insight into interpreting Hakham Shaul/Paul from a Jewish perspective.

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In this class Glenn continues to explore the human element of the ongoing story of Jacob’s family. The saga of the sojourn of the children of Israel in Egypt is just beginning. Glenn walks the listener through the narrative step by step as the story unfolds. At each step along the way the listener is asked to pause and consider the wide range of emotions experienced by Jacob’s family as they go from honored guests to a life of slavery. There are many exciting points of interest to ponder along the way, including the revelation of the name of God and His son, and the plan of deliverance for His chosen people.

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In this week’s class, Ross teaches on the final reading from the book of Genesis. Again, Ross connects these ancient stories contained within the Torah to prophecy. In today’s reading Jacob speaks to his sons about what will happen in the latter days, and so the transition from the ancient stories to the prophetic future are much easier to make. Ross shows that Jacob’s words to Joseph look forward. Jacob chooses the younger Ephraim over the elder Manashe. In his words concerning the sons of Joseph, we learn that they are described as fish and also that they will become a melo-hagoyim. What does this mean and how does this relate to prophecies of the latter day sons of Israel? You will not want to miss this teaching.

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Triennial Torah Reading “Ani Yosef”

In this class we looked at the Triennial Torah portion where Yosef reveals himself to his brothers.  Our special guest His Eminence Hakham Rabbi Dr Yosef Ben Haggai shared with us his most wonderful insights into this Torah Portion and demonstrated some special insights into the Nazarene Codicil’s portion of Acts where the sheet (Talit) was lowered before Hakham Tsefet. We concluded with some thoughts on the connection between the Marqan  – Peshat text and the Torah.

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The Triennial Torah Reading Cycle Explained

The following video was produced in Olympia Washington. His Eminence Hakham Rabbi Dr. Yosef,  Rabbi Dr. Hillel Ben David and Rabbi Dr. Eliyahu ben Abraham discuss the beginning of the journey towards trying to understand the this ancient schedule. This interview and discussion only begins to scratch the surface of the engine behind the Triennial Torah reading cycle. We hope to continue this interview as His Eminence comes to Tennessee.

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In this week’s class, Ross teaches a double portion by sharing his insights from the past two Torah portions; Mikketz and VaYigash. He covers the material from these two readings and shows that they provide valuable points that shed light on an end-time reunion of the children of Jacob. He points out that the texts contained in these two readings seem to foreshadow the greatest event in human history. From the imprisonment of Joseph to his exaltation over the entire land of Egypt the Joseph saga gives us insights into the unfolding plan of Yehovah. Ross points out that Judah draws near to Joseph “at the end” but does not recognize him. There is a famine in the land and this famine ultimately leads the brothers to their reunion. At this time, Joseph will have forgotten his troubles and all his father’s house. Joseph will know Hebrew. He will be thought of as being no more and even considered dead. A common love for the father is behind the reunion, and finally Judah will lead the way to the land. All of these points are shown in their historical setting and Ross carefully shows that they also appear in the prophets when the reunion of Jacob’s latter day children is described. The final part of Ross’ class covers the two parables in the 37th chapter of Ezekiel. You will not want to miss this important teaching on An End of Days Reunion!

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