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Torah Chai-Lights — On Biblical Names ✍🏽

Torah Chai-Lights 008 - Exodus - Hidden Meanings in the Names of Biblical Characters In this episode of Torah Chai-Lights, we take a look at the names of key biblical characters, starting with Nadav, son of Aaron, and discuss the meanings of those names along with what messages those names communicate to us.

Slavery in The Torah | Part II⛓️‍💥

Join us for part 2 of slavery in the Torah, and how the Torah places humanity on a trajectory of freedom. Join us👇

https://open.spotify.com/episode/23jz7UbIxABuhlm3hpZqoM?si=Kh62YaZdTJmKAUF4ZP9pqg

Ep. 0028 - Slavery in the Torah - Part 2 MJ Next · Episode

Slavery In The Torah ⛓️‍💥

In this episode, we take a serious look at slavery in the Torah and compare it to the modern version of it. Does the Bible justify it? Why was it permitted? Is the biblical model different than that of slavery in the 18th and 19th century Americas? Do we find hints of freedom for all people in the Torah? For answers to these and more questions, be sure to listen in.👇

https://open.spotify.com/episode/6jxoi6GEtYbopoOYXMY0jq?si=fiSt2ytYTbu-SYlGqlgqxA

Ep. 0027 - Slavery in the Torah - Part 1 MJ Next · Episode

In case you missed it, Torah Chailights with TempleFox, aka David Matthews.

Torah Chai-Lights 002 - Exodus - Insights into the Chariot In this episode of Torah Chai-Lights, we discuss the "chariot" of God, found in Exodus. Join us for this engaging conversation.

As always, Israel takes a bad deal to save life.

Am Israel 🇮🇱 Chai!

https://open.spotify.com/episode/0kc2JrawJ9Jhuudn90Rn35?si=2DGxZkGpQryqAgRSIh7D0Q

News Brief 0005 - A Hostage Release Deal in Gaza MJ Next · Episode

📜🦊 TempleFox is here!!!

In this inaugural episode of Torah Chai-Lights, we introduce a new regular (or perhaps frequent guest) to the show, David Matthews—affectionately nicknamed "Temple Fox" because of his love for studying the second Temple. David has a unique perspective on the book of Exodus, which is where we begin our Torah teachings. Join us as we pick David "Temple Fox" Matthews' brain for insights into this fascinating book of the Bible.

Furthermore, we explore the Atlanta Jewish Film Festival, its arrival this year, why you’ll want to participate, and where to get tickets. More at www.ajff.org.

https://open.spotify.com/episode/26auGFVqjPBvKfqBaVnKyN?si=D5HWJGVfRsavoGpUY-x7pw

🎥 Lights! Camera! Action!

The Atlanta Jewish Film Festival is coming up. You can view the film lineup on Feb 5th, when tickets go on sale. Find out more at www.AJFF.org !!! 👇

https://youtu.be/t9tpEV0XYeI?si=Lpfu2t-7ijDQAxHh

25th Annual Festival Teaser - Atlanta Jewish Film Festival 25th Anniversary THE 25TH ANNUAL ATLANTA JEWISH FILM FESTIVAL Theaters February 19 - March 6 • Streaming March 7 - March 16, 2025__ABOUT THE ATLANTA JEWISH FILM FESTIVALSince...

🕎 How do you spell Chanukah?

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In this episode, we discuss the origins of the festival of Chanukah. Join us as we take an informative look at this popular and ancient holiday.

https://open.spotify.com/episode/0WGLfsq9BVahf667DAXiEo?si=psvOCEDnQxSXSRXqVWwyfw

Ep. 0026 - The Story of Chanukah MJ Next · Episode

An awkward but endearing Jewish comedy now available on Netflix. You don’t have to rush to see it, but if you grew up like I did with Wes Anderson masterpieces, it’s nice to see Jason Schwartzman back at it.

Between the Temples (2024) ⭐ 6.3 | Comedy 1h 51m | R

⚖️ Series Finale: Where does Messianic Judaism fit in halachically among the various Jewish denominations in the Western World? Strict? Light? Off the map?

Happy Hanukkah!!! 🍜

https://open.spotify.com/episode/2i30sqPBq1RL1KgbKHHrYA?si=8W2OyYANQ9KlQjnne8NsUQ

Ep. 0025 - Jewish Denominations - Part 6 (Messianic Judaism) MJ Next · Episode

⚖️ Where does Messianic Judaism fit in on the spectrum of Jewish Denominations?

Our beliefs are closer to Orthodox, but our kashrus resembles Conservative, our Bas Mitzvah is Reconstructionist, but our candle-lighting standards are Reform.

Listen in!

https://open.spotify.com/episode/1SlrHImKO7lqW8uO2QWWV7?si=pbFDHCLeTw-Hzi2EDJF6kg

Ep. 0024 - Jewish Denominations - Part 5 (Messianic Judaism) MJ Next · Episode

was right. 🔥🔥🔥

In this short news brief, we discuss the recent pogrom instigated by Palestinian Arab terrorists on Jews and Israeli citizens in Amsterdam. Join us.

https://open.spotify.com/episode/7K7qcGpGztjhtcqiGIWaA9?si=FA_YquqYT_O5yOByqTxINQ

News Brief 0003 - Arab Terrorists Attack Jews in Amsterdam MJ Next · Episode