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Episodes

Miketz [Pentateuch: A New Look]

December 21, 2023 • 82 mins

This class covers the annual cycle reading known as MiKetz (Genesis 41:1-44:17). It is part of the popular series of Pentateuchal studies and the second in the Joseph Saga. In this teaching, we discuss the texts from Pharaoh’s dreams through the meeting in Egypt between all Israel’s sons. The class provides insights into the connectedness […]

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VaYeshev [Pentateuch: A New Look]

December 10, 2023 • 80 mins

This week in “Pentateuch: A New Look,” we begin a new section of Genesis called Eleh Toledoth Ya’akov. This section, the final of ten such sections in the book of Genesis, will carry us through the end of the Bible’s first book. Our focus now shifts to Joseph, the favored son of the favored wife […]

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VaYishlach [Pentateuch: A New Look]

December 6, 2023 • 92 mins

This week in “Pentateuch: A New Look,” Ross K. Nichols delves into Torah Reading VaYishlach (Genesis 32:4 – 36:43), focusing on the pivotal journey of Jacob. Exploring the intricate relationship between Jacob and Esau, bringing a fresh insight into their legacy. Follow Jacob’s strategic encounters, his transformative night at Peniel, and his emergence as Israel. […]

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The Chosen Nation

November 18, 2023 • 54 mins

In this teaching, we will delve deep into the profound concept of Israel’s chosenness as depicted in the Bible. From the Pentateuch to the Prophets and Writings, we will explore a wide array of texts, encompassing narratives, songs, prose, and poetry, all converging to paint a consistent picture. Our journey begins with God’s choice of […]

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God’s Great Nation

November 11, 2023 • 53 mins

In this study, we delve into the recurring phrase גוי גדול, “goy gadol,” or “Great Nation.” This phrase, appearing 18 times in the biblical text, is pivotal to understanding the unique role and identity of Israel as envisioned in the Scriptures. We explore the specific references to Abram/Abraham and his descendants, the people of Israel, […]

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The Holy Wars

November 4, 2023 • 59 mins

Join us on a profound exploration titled ‘The Holy Wars,’ where we delve into the Bible’s intricate narrative of conflict and conquest. Throughout the sacred texts, from the journeys of the Patriarchs to the Israelites’ arduous battles for the Promised Land, warfare is a recurring theme. The Bible portrays God not just as a divine […]

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Ascending Jacob’s Ladder

October 30, 2023 • 69 mins

Embark on a captivating journey through biblical prophecies and divine promises, all leading to the irrefutable conclusion: Israel is destined to return and unite in their promised land. With the dramatic visual of Ezekiel 37’s Two Sticks prophecy as our starting point, we witness the prophesied reunion of Judah and Ephraim, setting the stage for […]

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Who Does Israel Belong To?

October 21, 2023 • 65 mins

From the time of the Patriarchs to the words of the Prophets, the pages of the Bible echo a promise – that the Holy Land belongs to the people of Israel, the descendants of Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob. Today, many nations and voices deny this right, but God’s promise is unwavering. The title deed to […]

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Roots of “Messianic” Faith – Isaiah – Episode Four

October 3, 2023 • 67 mins

Join us as we delve into one of the most fascinating sections of the Book of Isaiah: chapters 11:1-12:6. Commonly categorized as “messianic,” this passage intriguingly omits direct mentions of the “messiah” or David, prompting profound theological contemplation. Is this section a subtle nod to a coming figure of Davidic lineage? Was Isaiah reflecting on […]

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Prophetic Parallels – Isaiah – Episode Five

September 24, 2023 • 64 mins

Step with us into a journey through time as we traverse the aligned pathways of the prophecies of Isaiah and Micah. This enigmatic parallelism begs the question: when did their shared vision crystallize, and which clues within the sacred scriptures illuminate its moment? As we meticulously untangle their prophetic parallel, insights from another prophet of […]

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Festival of Trumpets

September 16, 2023 • 55 mins

According to the Jewish calendar, the first day of the seventh month is celebrated as Rosh HaShanah, or “Head of the Year.” Yet, in the Biblical narrative, this day is termed Yom Teruah, frequently translated as the “Festival of Trumpets.” However, a keen observation reveals two inconsistencies: the Bible doesn’t designate the first day of […]

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Signs and Wonders – Isaiah – Episode Four

September 10, 2023 • 54 mins

This week’s episode in our Isaiah series uncovers a remarkable, yet often overlooked, tapestry of intertwined prophetic lives. In the shadow of the reigns of Uzziah, Yotham, Ahaz, and Hezekiah, four prophets—Hosea, Isaiah, Amos, and Micah—proclaimed their visions. But did you know that amidst the turbulence, at least two of these prophets became fathers? Their […]

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