Perfect Body! A Torah Portion Afterthought
Perfect Body podcast is an afterthought on the weekly Torah portions. The Torah is the first five books of the Bible: Genesis, Exodus, Leviticus, Numbers and Deuteronomy. Take time this year to read the Torah and be refreshed in your body, mind, and spirit. I tell the story of a portion of the portion breaking it down into bite size pieces that you can swallow so that you can eat and be full but not too full. Save room for your personal self-discovery as you engage in Torah study. Subscribe to this show to receive a new show every week. Visit http://www.shirahchante.com/podcast for more inspiration.
Episodes
Understanding the Commandments: God's Will and Moses' Journey
In this episode of the Perfect Body Podcast, Shirah Chante discusses the Torah, focusing on Deuteronomy chapters 3-7. She highlights the importance of divine guidance and uses the biblical example of Moses and the rock to explain why it's crucial to always seek God's direction. The episode emphasizes the first three commandments and the significance of...
Taking the Journey: Fulfilling God's Promises
In this episode of Perfect Body Podcast, Shirah Chante, Relationship Artist, discusses the first Torah portion of Deuteronomy Devarm, which means Words. She reflects on her journey of studying the Torah and emphasizes the importance of moving beyond the mountaintop experiences in life. Drawing from the scriptures, Shirah Chante encourages listeners to act on God's promises, cit...
Understanding the Journey of the Israelites: Lessons from Matot-Masei
Shirah Chante discusses the final Torah portion of the Book of Numbers, focusing on the events leading up to the story of Matot-Masei. She reflects on God’s protection of the Israelites from curses, Phineas’ brave act to stop idolatry and fornication, and emphasizes God's vengeance against the Midianites for leading Israel into sin. Shirah Chante also encoura...
Zeal of the Lord: Understanding Phineas' Righteous Act
In this episode of the Perfect Body Podcast, Shirah Chante delves into the Torah portion of Numbers 25, focusing on the story of Phineas. She discusses the significance of Phineas' righteous act in stopping a plague by killing an Israelite man and a Midianite woman engaged in fornication and idolatry. The episode highlights the importance of zeal for the Lord, the diff...
Understanding Balaam's Access to God: Spiritual Warfare and Divine Protection
In this episode, Shirah Chante, Relationship Artist, explores the biblical story of Balaam, a diviner engaged by the ruler of Moab to curse God's people. Despite his evil actions, Balaam uniquely accesses God, prompting the speaker to delve into why God would allow this. Referencing Matthew 11:12, the discussion reveals the concept of spiritual ...
Consequences of Complaining and Upholding Faith
Shirah Chante, Relationship Artist, offers insights in her Perfect Body Podcast, focusing on the Torah portion Chukat (decree), which includes Numbers 19-21. The episode underscores the Israelites' complaints against Moses, Aaron, and ultimately God, revealing the consequences of their lack of faith and incessant grumbles. Shirah Chante emphasizes the importance of following God&a...
Faith, Trials, and Leadership by God's Design
Shirah Chante, the host of Perfect Body Podcast, discusses her experience studying Torah in a Reformed synagogue, her reflections on the biblical story of Job, and the Torah portion focused on Korah’s rebellion. The episode emphasizes the importance of maintaining faith through trials and the significance of respecting and praying for appointed leaders. Shirah Chante encourages list...
Shelach: So We Seemed
Overcoming Self-Doubt: The Story of the Spies and the Power of Belief
In this episode, Shira Chante, a relationship artist and healing expert, discusses the importance of self-belief and faith through the biblical story of the 12 spies sent to assess the promised land of Canaan. She emphasizes the perspective differences between the spies who felt like grasshoppers and the confident faith of Caleb and Joshua. Th...
Lessons from Behaalotecha: Faith, Complaints, and Contentment
In this episode of the Perfect Body Podcast, host Shirah Chante explores the Torah portion Behaalotecha, covering Numbers chapters 8 through 12. She delves into themes of faith, prophecy, and God's direction in the lives of the Israelites. Shirah Chante discusses the role of the Levites, the significance of the Passover, and the importance of the second Passover for ...
Understanding the Spirit of Jealousy in Torah Portion Nasso
In this episode of the Perfect Body Podcast, Shirah Chante, Relationship Artist, delves into the Torah portion Nasso, which means to lift up or elevate. Shirah Chante explores the intriguing topic of the 'spirit of jealousy' as detailed in Numbers chapters 4-7, discussing the ancient ritual for determining a wife's faithfulness. She shares her journey of stud...
Biblical Insights from the Book of Numbers
In this episode of Perfect Body Podcast, Shirah Chante delves into the Torah portion called Bamidbar, highlighting its significance and the counting of the tribes of Israel. The episode discusses the specific ages set by God for various responsibilities, such as military service beginning at 20 and Tabernacle duties assigned to those aged 30-50. Biblical patterns and their contemporary imp...
Understanding God's Rest: Insights from Leviticus
In this episode of the Perfect Body Podcast, Relationship Artist Shirah Chante explores the concept of rest as outlined in the final Torah portion of Leviticus. Shirah Chante emphasizes the importance of observing Sabbaths and allowing the land to rest every seventh year as commanded by God. She reads and discusses Leviticus chapters 25-27, focusing on the blessings of obedience...
Exploring Leviticus: Priestly Regulations and the Law of Blasphemy
In this episode of the Perfect Body Podcast, host Shirah Chante leads a deep dive into the Torah portion Emor, which covers chapters 21 through 24 of Leviticus. The discussion includes the significance of priestly regulations, the complexities of free will offerings, and the serious consequences of blasphemy. Shirah Chante draws parallels between Jewish law and New T...
Understanding Torah: Lessons on Sexual Sin and Holiness
In this episode, Shirah Chante, Relationship Artist, delves into the Torah portion Acharei Mot and Kedoshim from Leviticus chapters 16-20. She shares her personal journey of studying the Torah, attending a reformed synagogue, and discovering her Hebrew name. The episode outlines the concept of the scapegoat and its symbolic connection to Jesus Christ. Shirah Chante also discuss...
Exploring Cleanliness in Leviticus: From Childbirth to Leprosy
Shirah Chante hosts the Perfect Body Podcast and dives into the Torah portion of Leviticus, examining the laws of cleanliness. She covers topics such as the purification process after childbirth, the implications of leprosy, and the rules regarding bodily discharges. Shirah Chante highlights the importance of cleanliness according to biblical teachings and reflects on ho...
Holiness: Understanding God's Expectations Through Torah Study
In this episode, Shirah Chante, Relationship Artist, dives into the Torah portion focused on Leviticus chapters 9-11. Exploring the concept of holiness, Shirah Chante discusses the importance of following God's instructions precisely, as demonstrated by the tragic story of Aaron's sons offering unauthorized fire. The episode covers the dietary laws given t...
You Shall Live: Embracing Passover, Easter, and Resurrection
In this episode of the Perfect Body Podcast, Shirah Chante delves into the Torah portion Tzav from the book of Leviticus, exploring chapters 6 through 8. She discusses various offerings and the ordination of Aaron and his sons as priests. The theme for today is You Shall Live, resonating with the recent Passover and upcoming Easter celebrations. We reflect on divine timing...
Unpacking the Division of Sinners in Leviticus
In this episode of the Perfect Body podcast, Shirah Chante discusses the Torah portion from Leviticus, focusing on the concept of sin offerings and the division of sinners. She explains the different types of offerings required for various unintentional sins committed by priests, the congregation, leaders, and the common people. Shira Chante ties these ancient practices to New Testament...
Perfect Body and the Spirit of Obedience
In this episode of the Perfect Body Podcast, we explore the concept of having a perfect body as a metaphor for being united in Christ. We dive into the Torah portion Pekudei, which marks the completion of the Tabernacle and discusses the essential blessings that follow obedience to God. Shirah Chante shares personal experiences and reflections on adding new worship routines, the significance ...
The Power of Giving from the Heart: Insights from Exodus 35-36
In this episode of the Perfect Body Podcast, Shirah Chante, Relationship Artist, explores the Torah portion Vayakhel focusing on Exodus 35-36 and the concept of giving from the heart. Shirah Chante emphasizes the importance of spending time with God to understand His personality and intentions. She discusses the creation of Adam and Eve, the significance of the Israelit...
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