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Re Tanakh versions:

Throughout this site I may use any of three versions of the Tanakh: 1. “Jewish Publication Society” (JPS-1917), 2. “Mechon-Mamre.org” (MEC), and 3. “Sefaria.org” (SEF), three brilliant versions, However, the JPS-1917 is my preferred version!

Colour coded details of our beloved TaNaKh:

1. Torah = History & Law, 2. Nevi’im = The Prophets. 3. *Ketuvim = all other Writings.

*The Ketuvim - Includes, Poetical books - Psalms, Proverbs, Job, the Megillot, or Scrolls - Song of Solomon, Ruth, Lamentations of Jeremiah, Ecclesiastes, and Esther, prophecy of Daniel, and history of Ezra, Nehemiah, and Chronicles I & II.

Please Note: Some alterations or (additions) have been made relating to ‘Names’ and ‘Attributes’ of אֱלֹהִים - Elohim, having been corrected like it once was pre the “Masoretic Text”.

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Remember the following truth from our beloved Torah!

“Ye shall NOT ADD TO THE WORD which I command you, NEITHER SHALL YE DIMINISH FROM IT, that ye may keep the commandments of אֱלֹהֵיכֶם יְהוָה - the LORD your Eloleichem, which I command you”. Davarim - Deuteronomy 4:2. (JPS-1917).

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“Site Index 2”

Please Note: As I have written well over 700+ studies, thus, there are now two Indexes. Thus the original ‘Site-Index’ is shown towards the bottom of this page.

However, on this Index, sadly items on the far right hand side, being explanations of the topics, has suddenly overflowed past the right hand border of the page. But, be assured all links on the left are working fine!

Personally, for many years, I have been sadly critically ill, although now at home, and live in a hospital bed with nursing care, etc. I am aged in my 80’s, thus forgive me for not being able to correct the problem.

Shalom in אֱלֹהִים - Elohim’s blessed Name!

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With Rabbi, Dr. Reuven Ben Avraham-Goossens, PhD.

Avram-to-Avraham ...             Genesis Chapter 17 marks the transition

Book of Zechariah:

Zechariahs-Life-Story ...         Zechariah was the son of Jehoiada stands as one of the Tanakh’s most powerful yet often overlooked prophetic voices.

Zechariah-Chap-1 ...                  The book of Zechariah is a masterpiece of restoration, opening a window into the heart of אֱלֹהִים - Elohim who remembers His promises even when His people feel forgotten.

Zechariah-Chap-2 …                Zechariah Chapter 2 marks a transition from the heavy symbolic visions of the first chapter into a vibrant, expansive promise of restoration.

Zechariah-Chap-3 …                   In our Hebraic tradition, Zechariah Chapter 3 is viewed as a foundational prophecy of ‘national redemption’, ‘priestly restoration’, and Divine forgiveness. We interpret the chapter as a historical and spiritual assurance of Israel’s survival after the Babylonian Exile.
Zechariah-Chap-4 …                   This study contains an amazing message, one we need to consider greatly!
Zechariah-Chap-5 …                   This chapter focuses on the purification of the land, using visions of a flying scroll and a woman in a basket to represent the swift removal of dishonesty and systemic corruption, ensuring moral integrity accompanies spiritual restoration.
Zechariah Chap 6 …                    Chapter 6 reveals that Divine sovereignty ensures earthly security, providing a model of shared leadership where spiritual and civil roles cooperate to guarantee a peaceful and prosperous future for the restored community.
Zechariah-Chap-7 …                   This chapter addresses a practical question about continuing to fast, using it to highlight that religious rituals are meaningless without a foundation of ‘justice’, ‘mercy’, and ‘compassion toward the vulnerable’.
Zechariah-Chap-8 …                   This chapter moves from reprimand to encouragement, describing a future of restoration where Jerusalem is safe, prosperous, and a center of truth, drawing international admiration.
Zechariah-Chap-9 …                   Chapter 9 shows that true ‘security’ and ‘prosperity’ are achieved through a ‘humble, peaceful leadership’ that brings ‘restoration’ and ‘liberation’, ensuring a future of safety and blessing for the community.
Zechariah-Chap-10 …                 This chapter contrasts the empty promises of household idols and false diviners with the true source of rain and agricultural abundance. It outlines a powerful restoration where the scattered families of both Judah and Ephraim are gathered, strengthened, and transformed into a formidable force capable of overcoming historic oppressors.
Zechariah-Chap-11 …                 Chapter 11 serves as a sobering historical warning that no community can survive when the bonds of brotherhood and responsible governance are severed. It demonstrates that when a society undervalues proper leadership and collapses into internal discord, it naturally strips away its own divine favour, leaving itself vulnerable to the exploitation of self-serving rulers.
Zechariah-Chap-12 …                 This chapter details an internal spiritual awakening and a profound, widespread movement of collective mourning among the leadership and a family showing that physical protection is matched by deep moral purification.
Zechariah-Chap-13 …                 This chapter describes the thorough cleansing of the community through the opening of a permanent fountain to wash away moral stain and impurity.
Zechariah-Chap-14 …                 Chapter 14 concludes the prophetic work by demonstrating that historical struggles culminate in an unshakeable era of global harmony. By transforming the physical landscape, providing constant lifelines.
Book of Malachi:
Malachi-Chap-1 ...                      This opening chapter serves as a “Massa” (an oracle or burden). It establishes the unique relationship between our Creator and Israel.
Malachi-chapter-2 ...                  Here is Malachi Chapter 2, verses 1 through to 17, providing a ‘word by word’ section, with my commentary. It is without a doubt a powerful chapter!
Malachi-Chap-3 ...                      This chapter moves from a promise of Divine intervention to concrete demands about ritual and ethical fidelity, framing those demands in the language of covenant law and cultic practice.
Book of Chronicles:
1-Chronicles-Chap-1 …               First Chronicles Chapter 1 is essentially a lengthy family tree. It lists the generations from Adam being the very first man all the way down to the patriarchs of Israel, and then to the descendants of Esau. Even though this long lists of names may seem rather dry at first glance, however this chapter serves as a highly purposeful historical and theological introduction to the Books of Chronicles!
150 Tehillim - Psalms:
The Book-of-Psalms …                The Book of Psalms, the cornerstone of our wonderful Hebraic liturgical traditions, and it emerges from a rich tapestry of historical events and cultural practices spanning several centuries of ancient Hebrew history.
Tehillim-Psalm 1 …                    This very first Tehillim seems to have been placed at the very beginning for a special purpose, the truth is if you cannot pass the first three verses, well just do not bother going on, for you would be in trouble, as the next two verses contains certain things that might be extremely challenging. The last verse sums things up. But, it is one of the best Tehillim possible to bring us back to our senses!
 

Tehillim-Psalm-2 ...                    I already have Psalm 1 online, but I thought I would now add Psalm 2, as it has quite some relevant details!

Tehillim-Psalm-Chap-3 ...          This Psalm is traditionally dated to the moment when David fled Absalom’s rebellion, which had been an intensely personal crisis that left him surrounded by enemies and a great deal of slander.

Tehillim-Psalm-4 ...                   Tehillim - Psalm 4 is a powerful evening plea, often paired with the preceding Psalm 3. While Psalm 3 was a morning prayer for protection from physical enemies, Psalm 4 is a nocturnal meditation focused on the internal and spiritual struggle.

Tehillim-Psalm-5 ...                    Next I decided to do a study on Tehillim - Psalm 5 (JPS-1917 version). It is certainly a most interesting chapter.

Tehillim-Psalm-6 ...                   Tehillim - Psalm 6 is the first of the “penitential” Psalms, traditionally understood as a prayer recited during times of ‘severe illness’ or ‘deep personal distress’.

Tehillim-Psalm-7 ...                   This is the prayer of a man whose character has been assassinated before his life is threatened. David finds himself accused of a crime he did not commit, likely betrayal or treachery.

Tehillim-Psalm-8 ...                   Psalm 8 is a short but profound hymn of wonder. It reflects on the majesty of the Creator as revealed in the natural world, and on the astonishing dignity bestowed upon human beings. The psalmist looks at the heavens, feels the smallness of humanity, and yet marvels that humans are granted responsibility and honour within creation.

Tehillim-Psalm-9 ...                   Tehillim - Psalm 9 is a powerful choice, for it is a “triumphant song of judgment”, transitioning from personal gratitude to a broader plea for divine justice in the world.

Tehillim-Psalm-10 ...                 Psalm 10 is often called the “Psalm of the godless Man”. Unlike other Psalms where the enemy is a foreign nation, here the enemy is the arrogant, wealthy oppressor who believes there is no Divine accountability.

Tehillim-Psalm-11 ...                 In this Psalm, David finds himself in a moment of profound testing. While those around him succumb to fear, suggesting he flee from the “archers” of the wicked, David remains steadfast. This Psalm serves as a foundational teaching on ‘Bitachon’ (trust).

Tehillim-Psalm-12 ...                 Psalm 12 is a short, urgent lament by David about the decline of honest speech and the rise of deceit.

Tehillim-Psalm-13 ...                 Psalm 13 is one of David’s most heartfelt laments. It captures the raw honesty of someone who feels forgotten, overwhelmed, and spiritually exhausted, yet refuses to let go of אֱלֹהִים – Elohim (God).

Tehillim-Psalms-14-15 ...           Psalm 15 describes the integrity of the righteous, the man who is fit to dwell in אֱלֹהִים - Elohim’s presence. Together, they answer the ultimate question: In a world of corruption, how shall a man live?

Tehillim-Psalm-16 ...                 Psalm 16 (Michtam of David) is a compact personal testament of trust, gratitude, and moral resolve.

Tehillim – Psalm-17 ...               Psalm 17 is a plea for justice and protection. The Psalmist speaks with confidence in their own integrity, not out of pride but out of a sincere desire to be judged fairly. This Psalm is both a cry for help and a declaration of trust. It moves between self-examination, a request for divine intervention, and a longing for closeness with the Divine.

Tehillim-Psalm-18 ...                 Psalm 18 celebrates a dramatic rescue, traditionally linked to David’s deliverance from enemies and reads like a victory hymn that also teaches about אֱלֹהִים - Elohim’s power.

Psalm 19-verse-15 …                 We are going to take a very close look at Tehillim - Psalm chapter 19, verse 15, at it is such a wonderful scripture, and is has so much to teach us!

Tehillim-Psalm-19 ...                  This wonderful verse is very much a compact prayer that models the ‘integration of speech’ and ‘heart’, ‘worship’ and ‘ethics’

Tehillim-Psalm-19-8-11 ...         Tehillim - Psalm 19: vv 8 to 11 has so much to offer, in fact it reminded me of another Psalm, and that is Psalm 119. If you sort of think of it, in a way 19 is sort of like 119, but in miniature.

Tehillim-Psalm-20 ...                 The Psalms are more or less the prayer book and songs of the Tanakh, giving ‘voice to praise’, ‘lament’, ‘thanksgiving’, and ‘trust’. This Psalm invites us to name our longings before אֱלֹהִים - Elohim and to hear אֱלֹהִים - Elohim’s faithful presence in the midst of ‘life’s joys’ and its ‘trials’.

Tehillim-Psalm-21 ...                  Tehillim - Psalm 21 celebrates a king’s victory and אֱלֹהִים - Elohim’s (God’s) favour: it is a thanksgiving Psalm that praises Divine blessing, royal prosperity, and the sure defeat of enemies, closing with a doxology of exaltation.

Tehillim-Psalm-22 ...                 Tehillim - Psalm 22 is a powerful lament that begins with the cry “My אֱלֹהִים - Elohim, my אֱלֹהִים, why hast Thou forsaken me?” And it moves from despair through vivid images of suffering to trust, vindication, and universal praise, useful for teaching about suffering, honest prayer, and hope.

Tehillim-Psalm-23 ...                 Tehillim - Psalm 23 is a short six verse outcry from Melech Dovid - David, but it is a highly concentrated poem in which the speaker portrays אֱלֹהִים - Elohim (God) as shepherd, guide, host, and abiding presence. Its six verses move from confident provision and peaceful imagery to courage in danger and a concluding assurance of lifelong divine companionship!

Tehillim-Psalm-24 ...                  Tehillim - Psalm 24 is a Royal hymn celebrating אֱלֹהִים - Elohim’s (God’s) universal sovereignty and the purity required to enter His presence; below I will provide the JPS-1917 version text, then a concise introduction, with a ‘word for word’ look at this Psalm looking as ‘key terms’, ‘thematic highlights’, followed by a brief ‘closing reflection’.

Tehillim-Psalm-25 ...                 Tehillim - Psalm 25 is a most personal and a communal prayer attributed to David who moves from ‘personal trust’ to ‘confession’ and ‘instruction’, and ends with a plea for national deliverance.

Tehillim-Psalm 26-106 ...           In this study we are looking at the concise and close readings of Tehillim - Psalm 26 as well as number 106. We will look at the ‘highlighting structure’, ‘key lines’, ‘theological thrusts’, and ‘practical implications’. Then we will draw to their main points of contact’.

Tehillim-Psalm-27 ...                  For all of us, it is such a privilege to be able stud Tehillim - Psalm 27. This is arguably one of the most beloved and powerful chapters in the Tanakh.

Tehillim-Psalm-28 ...                 Tehillim - Psalm 28 is a personal cry to אֱלֹהִים - Elohim (God) for help and justice, moving from urgent petition and denunciation of the wicked to ‘thanksgiving’, ‘trust’, and a final plea for ‘the people’s salvation’.

Tehillim-Pslam-29 ...                 In our liturgy, we recite this Psalm on Shabbat as we return the Torah to the Ark.

Tehillim-Psalm-30 ...                 Tehillim - Psalm 30 is titled “A Psalm, a Song at the Dedication of the House; of David”, linking it to temple dedication and to Davidic authorship or tradition. The poem traces a spiritual arc: ‘crisis’ and ‘plea’, ‘Divine rescue’, ‘public thanksgiving’, and ‘a final benediction’.

Tehillim-Psalm-31 ...                  Psalm 31 is a Mizmor L’David (A Psalm of David) that serves as a profound cry for rescue from “the depths”.

Tehillim-Psalm-32 ...                 Psalm 32 is the second of the seven “Penitential Psalms”, but in our tradition, it is known primarily as a מַשְׂכִּיל - Maskil, a song of deep wisdom and instruction.

Tehillim-Psalm-33 ...                 Tehillim - Psalm 33 1-21 (JPS-1917) is a majestic hymn that pairs exuberant praise for אֱלֹהִים - Elohim’s creative word with a sober reminder that Israel’s hope rests in אֱלֹהִים יְהוָה - the LORD Elohim.

Tehillim-Psalm-34 ...                 The Psalm addresses the “adversaries” and the “hosts” that encamp against us, but it teaches that the physical battle is secondary to the spiritual one.

Tehillim-Psalm-35 ...                 Psalm 35 is an imprecatory lament in which the Psalmist calls אֱלֹהִים - Elohim to act as warrior and defender against false accusers and violent foes.

Tehillim-Psalm-36 ...                 Tehillim - Psalm 36 is a compact, moral, theological reflection attributed to David: it diagnoses human wickedness, celebrates אֱלֹהִים - Elohim’s (God’s) loving-kindness and faithfulness, and invites the faithful to take refuge under אֱלֹהִים - Elohim’s protection and provision.

Tehillim-Psalm-37 ...                 Tehillim - Psalm 37 is not a lament, not even a plea; it is more of a Tehillim of wisdom, structured to be a teaching guide.

Tehillim-Psalm-38 ...                 Psalm 38 is a penitential lament of David that combines bodily suffering, moral self, ‘accusation’, ‘social alienation’, and ‘a final appeal to אֱלֹהִים - Elohim’s mercy’; it is useful for teaching about ‘sin’, ‘suffering’, and ‘trust in the face of affliction’.

Tehillim-Psalm-39 ...                 Psalm 39 is a sober, penitential reflection on silence, human frailty, the brevity of life, and a plea for mercy.

Tehillim-Psalm-40 ...                  Psalm 40 is a thanksgiving lament of David that moves from rescue and new song to testimony, ethical resolve, and a plea for continued help.

Tehillim-Psalm-41 ...                  Welcome to this new Tehillim - Psalms study, and I pray that by reading this Psalm it will provide you with a new encouragement, that is if your life is going through troubled times! Believe me, there is an answer!

Tehillim-Psalm-42 ...                 This Psalm is traditionally attributed to the sons of ‘Korah’ and it serves as the opening poem of ‘Book Two’ of the Psalter, setting a tone of communal lament and personal yearning that contrasts with ‘Book One’s’ emphasis on Davidic authorship.

Tehillim- Psalm-43 ...                Tehillim - Psalm 43 is a rather compact, but an intense prayer that moves quickly from a ‘legal plea’ to ‘personal lament’, then to ‘petition for guidance’, and finally to ‘self-exhortation and renewed hope’.

Tehillim-Psalm-44 ...                  Psalm 44 is a communal lament and remembrance: it recalls past victories granted by אֱלֹהִים - Elohim, contrasts them with present humiliation and defeat, and petitions for vindication and Divine action.

Tehillim-Psalm-45 ...                  Psalm 45 is an ancient royal song, ‘part love’, ‘poem’, ‘part coronation ode’, addressed to a king and celebrating his beauty, strength, and covenantal rule.

Tehillim-Psalm-46 ...                 Tehillim - Psalm 46 is a short, but it is rather powerful hymn that proclaims אֱלֹהִים - Elohim as refuge and Sovereign over chaos; its superscription reads “For the Leader; a Psalm of the sons of Korah; upon Alamoth. A Song”.

Tehillim-Psalm 47 ...                  Tehillim - Psalm 47 is a short, ‘exuberant hymn’ of ‘universal kingship and communal praise’. Attributed to the sons of Korah, it blends a call to worship with royal and liturgical imagery: ‘clapping’, ‘shouting’, ‘horns’, and a ‘repeated injunction to sing’.

Tehillim-Psalm-48 ...                  Psalm 48 is a “Song of the Sons of Korah”. It celebrates the city of Jerusalem as the “joy of the whole earth”. The Psalm describes a failed siege by foreign kings who, upon seeing the city’s splendour and Divine protection, are struck with panic. It concludes with an invitation to “walk about Zion”, counting her towers as a testament to אֱלֹהִים - Elohim’s eternal guidance.

Tehillim-Psalm-49 ...                  This Psalm is a universal summons. Unlike many Psalms that address Israel alone, this one calls upon “all peoples” and “all inhabitants of the world” It serves as a didactic (teaching) poem designed to solve a Chidah, a riddle or a dark saying.

Tehillim-Psalm-50 ...                  Tehillim - Psalm 50 is a prophetic summons in which אֱלֹהִים - Elohim (God) speaks as judge to His people, calling them to ‘genuine covenantal faith’ rather than ‘empty ritual’.

Tehillim-Psalm-51 ...                  Psalm 51 is perhaps the most profound of all the Penitential Psalms. Traditionally attributed to King David after he was confronted by the prophet ‘Nathan’ regarding Bathsheba, it is the ultimate “heart-map” for anyone seeking a return to אֱלֹהִים - Elohim.

Tehillim-Psalm-52 ...                  Psalm 52 is a sharp oracle against a treacherous enemy (traditionally Doeg the Edomite) that contrasts deceitful speech with steadfast trust in אֱלֹהִים - Elohim; it moves from denunciation to confident trust and ends with a vow of praise.

Tehillim - Psalm 53 ...                Tragically in this Tehillim, men meaning rabbis, etc changed the actual script that was there was originally, for whenever the Sacred Name was in the Ivrit text, they removed it and decided that אֱלֹהִים - God would do! How dare men change the precious Word of אֱלֹהִים?

Tehillim-Psalm-54 ...               Tehillim 54 is a short but remarkably potent Psalm. It is categorized as a Maskil (a contemplative or instructional poem) and is deeply rooted in a specific historical moment of betrayal and Divine rescue.

Tehillim-Psalm-55 ...                 Psalm 55 is a personal lament (a maschil of David) that moves from raw fear and betrayal to a plea for - Elohim’s intervention and a vow of trust.

Tehillim-Psalm-56 ...                  The Psalm is famous for its refrain (found in verses 5 and 11-12) where David contrasts the frailty of “flesh” with the steadfastness of אֱלֹהִים - Elohim’s Word.

Tehillim-Psalms-57 ...                Psalm 57 is a Michtam of David, composed when he fled from Saul, in the cave; it is a prayer of refuge that moves from urgent petition to triumphant praise, blending vivid danger, imagery with confident trust in אֱלֹהִים - Elohim’s (God’s) steadfast love.

Tehillim-Psalm-58 ...                 This Psalm is a “Michtam” a golden poem of profound depth, set to the melody of Al-tashheth (“Do Not Destroy”). It is a blistering critique of corrupt judicial systems. Written by David, it addresses those in positions of power who use the law as a mask for cruelty. It moves from a stinging indictment of human “justice” to a plea for Divine intervention, ending with the ultimate triumph of the righteous!

Tehillim-Psalm-59 ...                 Psalm 59 Psalm-59 is a Michtam of David, written during a specific historical crisis: when Saul sent men to watch David’s house in order to kill him (1 Samuel 19:11). It is a Psalm of protection.

Tehillim-Psalm-60 ...                 Psalm 60 is a Michtam of David, written during a time of military and national tension. The superscription refers to David's struggles against Aram-naharaim and Aram-zobah, and Joab’s victory in the Valley of Salt.

Tehillim-Psalms-61-62 ...          These two Psalms represent a beautiful progression of faith. Psalm 61 is the “Prayer of the Faint Heart”, written when David felt overwhelmed and far from home. It is a cry for shelter. Psalm 62 is the “Psalm of Only”, where the word “only” (Ak) appears repeatedly to emphasize that there is no other source of salvation but אֱלֹהִים - Elohim (God).

Tehillim-Psalm-63 ...                 Tehillim - Psalm 63 is titled “A Psalm of David, when he was in the wilderness of Judah.” It frames spiritual thirst in physical exile.

Tehillim-Psalms-64-65 ...          These two Psalms present a powerful contrast in the life of faith. Psalm 64 is a plea for protection against the "secret counsel" of the wicked, those who use their words like sharp swords to wound the innocent. Psalm 65, conversely, is a magnificent song of gratitude, shifting from the darkness of human conspiracy to the light of אֱלֹהִים - Elohim’s provision in nature and the spiritual joy of being close to Him.

Tehillim-Psalm-66 ...                 Psalm 66 is a magnificent “Psalm of Thanksgiving” that moves from the national to the personal. It begins with a universal call for all the earth to acknowledge אֱלֹהִים - Elohim’s awesome power shown throughout history, specifically the miracle of the Red Sea.

Tehillim-Psalm-67 ...                  Psalm 67 is a beautiful, short “harvest” Psalm, often associated with the counting of the Omer. It is unique because it is shaped like a Menorah in some traditions, with verse 4 forming the central light. It is a prayer for אֱלֹהִים - Elohim’s blessing to rest upon Israel so that the entire world might see His salvation.

Tehillim-Psalm-68 ...                  Psalm 68 is one of the most majestic and complex hymns in the Psalter. It is a processional victory song, depicting אֱלֹהִים - Elohim as a Divine Warrior who marches from Sinai to the Temple in Jerusalem.

Tehillim-Psalm-69 ...                  Psalm 69 is one of the most poignant “Lamentations of the Individual” in the Tanakh. David describes himself as drowning in deep mire where there is no standing. It is a prayer for those who suffer not only from physical affliction but from the “reproach” and isolation that often come with it.

Tehillim-Psalms-70-71-72 ...     These three Psalms form a profound trilogy of a life lived with אֱלֹהִים - Elohim. Psalm 70 is an urgent “SOS” for immediate help. Psalm 71 is the prayer of a man in his old age, looking back at a lifetime of אֱלֹהִים - Elohim’s faithfulness while facing the frailty of his later years. Psalm 72 is the glorious conclusion to the second book of Psalms, a prayer for the King (Solomon) and the ultimate reign of peace and justice across the earth.

Tehillim-Psalm 73 ...                  Psalm 73 is a masterpiece of spiritual struggle. It addresses the “problem of the wicked”, the painful observation that those who disregard אֱלֹהִים - Elohim often seem to prosper, while the faithful suffer. We will see the journey of the psalmist, Asaph, from bitter envy to a radical, soul-deep clarity.

Tehillim-Psalm-74 ...                 The Psalmist cries out to יְהוָה – the LORD, asking why He appears silent while enemies desecrate the sanctuary and oppress His people.

Tehillim-Psalm-75 ...                 Psalm 75 is a song of “Al-tashheth” (Destroy not). It is a communal thanksgiving that transitions into a prophetic warning.

Tehillim-Psalm-76 ...                 Psalm 76 is a “Song of Asaph” that focuses on the theme of אֱלֹהִים - Elohim’s dwelling place.

Tehillim-Psalm-77 ...                  Psalm 77 is one of the most honest and relatable chapters in the entire Psalter. It captures the psychological shift from deep, personal despair to a renewed sense of hope.

Tehillim-Psalm-78 ...                  Psalm 78 is a Psalm by ‘Asaph’, recounting Israel’s history from Exodus to King David to illustrate אֱלֹהִים - Elohim’s faithfulness and Israel's repeated rebellion, urging each generation to teach the next to remember אֱלֹהִים - Elohim’s works and keep His commandments.

Tehillim-Psalm-79 ...                  Psalm 79 is a poignant “Lament of Asaph” that mirrors the historical trauma of the destruction of Jerusalem and the Holy Temple.

Tehillim-Psalm-80 ...                  Tehillim - Psalm 80 is a deeply rhythmic and emotional plea for national restoration. In the JPS 1917 version, it is notable for its masterful use of the “Vine” allegory and its three-fold refrain that acts as a spiritual heartbeat for the text.

Tehillim-Psalm 81 ...                  Tehillim - Psalm 81 is a powerful “Psalm of Asaph” traditionally associated with the festival of ‘Rosh Hashanah’ or ‘Sukkot’. It is a masterpiece of two halves: it begins with a joyous, rhythmic call to celebration and ends with a solemn, Divine lament.

Tehillim-Psalm-82 ...                 Psalm 82 is a “Psalm of Asaph”. It is a powerful, dramatic scene where אֱלֹהִים - Elohim is depicted as standing in a heavenly court to judge the “gods” a term referring here to human judges and leaders who have been given Divine authority to represent justice on earth.

Tehillim-Psalm-83 ...                 Psalm 83 calls us to urgent appeal, honest lament, and confident trust in אֱלֹהִים - Elohim’s sovereignty; its final plea is that the nations recognize the One who is Most High.

Tehillim-Psalm-84 ...                 Psalm 84 is traditionally attributed to the Sons of Korah and reads as a pilgrim’s meditation on the delight of being in אֱלֹהִים - Elohim’s sanctuary, the deep yearning of the soul for אֱלֹהִים, and the assurance that אֱלֹהִים blesses those who trust in him.

Tehillim-Psalm-85 ...                  Psalm 85 is a communal prayer of restoration: it remembers past Divine favour, confesses need, petitions for renewed mercy and salvation, and closes with a confident vision where mercy, truth, righteousness, and peace meet.

Tehillim-Psalm-86 ...                  Psalm 86 is presented as A Prayer of David and expresses humble dependence, confident petition, and praise for אֱלֹהִים - Elohim’s (God’s) mercy.

Tehillim-Psalm-87 ...                  Psalm 87 is a short, lyrical song of the sons of Korah celebrating Zion as the divinely chosen city where peoples are counted as born; it blends local cultic imagery with a universal hope that nations are known to אֱלֹהִים - Elohim through Zion.

Tehillim-Psalm-88 ...                  Context and tone: Psalm 88 is traditionally attributed to Heman the Ezrahite and set to the tune Mahalath Leannoth; it is widely regarded as one of the darkest, most unrelieved laments in the Psalter, notable for its unbroken tone of anguish and petition.

Tehillim-Psalm-89 ...                 Psalm 89 is a powerful meditation on אֱלֹהִים - Elohim’s covenant faithfulness, written by Ethan the Ezrahite. It begins with soaring praise for אֱלֹהִים - Elohim’s steadfast love and His eternal promises to David.

Tehillim-Psalm-90 ...                  Psalm 90 is the only Psalm explicitly attributed to Moshe - Moses, giving it a unique voice among the Psalms. It reads like a meditation from a leader who has witnessed both the Majesty of אֱלֹהִים - Elohim and the fragility of human life in the wilderness.

Tehillim-Psalm-91 ...                  This Tehillim - Psalm emphasizes that אֱלֹהִים - Elohim (God), blessed be He, will deliver those who are faithful, and provide ‘angelic protection’, and they will witness ‘the downfall of the wicked’.

Tehillim-Psalms 92-93 ...           Welcome; in this study, I will be covering Tehillim - Psalms 92 and 93 as they fit so well together. I pray you will gain much from these remarkable Tehillim!

Tehillim-Psalm-94 ...                 Psalm 94 is a cry for justice in a world where the wicked seem to prosper. The Psalmist calls upon אֱלֹהִים - Elohim as the righteous Judge who ‘sees all’, ‘hears all’, and ‘ultimately defends His people’.

Tehillim-Psalms 95 ...                This is a very interesting study about the word Shachah - Keep. The word carries a rich tapestry of meanings that goes far beyond the simple act of bowing. It embodies an entire posture of the heart, a physical demonstration of humility and reverence, often in the context of approaching something or someone vastly greater than oneself!

Tehillim-Psalm-96 ...               Psalm 96 is a “New Song”, a joyful call to all nations and even to nature itself to recognize the sovereignty of אֱלֹהִים - Elohim.

Tehillim-Psalm-97 ...                 This Psalm is a royal hymn celebrating אֱלֹהִים - Elohim’s kingship, justice, and manifest power. It contrasts the cosmic, awe inspiring acts of יְהוָה - the LORD with the impotence of idols, and it invites the faithful to rejoice and worship.

Tehillim-Psalms-98-99 ...           These two Psalms belong to the collection of “Enthronement Psalms” (93–100), which celebrate the sovereignty of the Almighty. ‘Psalm 98’ is a jubilant “New Song” (Shir Chadash) focusing on the revelation of Divine justice to all nations and the physical earth. ‘Psalm 99’ shifts the focus to the communal and historical, emphasizing אֱלֹהִים - Elohim’s holiness (Kadosh).

Tehillim - Psalm 100 ...              This Tehillim - Psalm contains so much yet there is much more in it that we would normally think. This study will take you much further then what you will ever have heard!

Tehillim-Psalm-101 ...               Psalm 101 is titled “A Psalm of David” and it functions as a compact royal vow to govern and live with ‘chesed’ (steadfast love) and ‘mishpat’ (justice). It pairs personal holiness with practical standards for one’s household or court.

Tehillim-Psalm-102 ...                Psalm 102 is titled “A Prayer of the afflicted, when he fainteth, and poureth out his complaint before יְהוָה - the LORD”.

Tehillim-Psalms 103 ...               A study of a remarkable Tehillim - Psalm of David which is filled with hope!

Tehillim-Psalm-104 ...                Psalm 104 is a liturgical poem that pairs ‘creation theology’ with ecological observation’: it praises אֱלֹהִים - Elohim’s power in forming the heavens and earth, then traces how אֱלֹהִים - Elohim orders ‘waters’, ‘seasons’, ‘animals’, and ‘human work ‘so life flourishes.

Tehillim-Psalms 105 …               This study covers a very powerful statement found in Tehillim- Psalm 105 verses 7 and 8, and the feature word is עוֹלָםָ - “Olam” being of course “forever”. However, be assured there is so much more to the statement we have been given there than meets the eye.

Tehillim-Psalm-106 ...                This Tehillim serves as a national confession of Israel, contrasting the people’s persistent rebellion with אֱלֹהִים - Elohim’s unwavering covenant loyalty (known in Hebrew as חסד - ‘Chesed’).

Tehillim-Psalm-107 ...                Psalm 107 opens Book V of the Psalter, serving as a Divine answer to the plea for restoration that ended Psalm 106.

Tehillim-Psalm-108 ...                Psalm 108 is titled “A Song, a Psalm of David” and it opens with a firm declaration of ‘trust’ and ‘praise’ that moves quickly into a plea for ‘deliverance’ and ‘victory’.

Tehillim-Psalm-109 ...                Psalm 109 is known as one of the most intense “imprecatory” (cursing) Psalms in the Tanakh. Written by David, it is a desperate plea for Divine justice against a specific, treacherous enemy who has repaid his kindness with hatred.

Tehillim-Psalm-110-111 ...        This Psalm is a powerful royal Psalm traditionally attributed to King David. In the Hebrew tradition, it is often understood as a song composed by the ‘Levites’ or a ‘prophet’ concerning David himself ("my lord"), reflecting his Divine protection and his role as a righteous ruler over Jerusalem, and much more.

Tehillim–Psalms-112-113 ...      Both Psalms 112 and 113 form a paired hymn: 112 describes the character and destiny of the righteous who fear יְהוָה - the LORD their stability, generosity, and honour, while 113 shifts to praise of  who acts on behalf of the humble and needy.Both Psalms 112 and 113 form a paired hymn: 112 describes the character and destiny of the righteous who fear יְהוָה - the LORD their stability, generosity, and honour, while 113 shifts to praise of  who acts on behalf of the humble and needy.

Tehillim-Psalms-114-115 ...       These two Psalms stand together in the ‘Hallel’, the group of Psalms recited on festivals and moments of thanksgiving. Psalm 114 looks backward to the Exodus time, celebrating אֱלֹהִים - Elohim’s power over nature and His intimate involvement in Israel’s history. Psalm 115 looks forward and inward, urging trust in the living אֱלֹהִים – Elohim rather than in lifeless idols, and promising blessing to all who rely on Him. Together, they form a movement from אֱלֹהִים - Elohim’s mighty acts to our faithful response!

Tehillim-Psalms-116-117 ...       These two Psalms sit side by side in the “Hallel”, the group of Psalms traditionally recited during festivals and moments of deliverance.

Tehillim - Psalm 118 ...              A wonderful Tehillim, with the following and so much more! “O give thanks to יָהוָה (the LORD), for he is good; his steadfast love endures forever,” it is a foundational declaration of faith, often recited during celebrations and festivals.

Tehillim-Psalm-119-Intro ...      Psalm 119 has a remarkable total of twenty two stanzas, with each stanza corresponding to a letter of the Hebrew alphabet, beginning with the name of the letter א - ‘Aleph’ to ת - ‘Tav’, making it a complex alphabetic acrostic poem. Whilst each stanza has eight verses.

Psalm-119-verses 10-12 …         Tehillim - Psalm 119 is the “Great Alphabet” of the soul, an acrostic masterpiece where every stanza celebrates the relationship between the human heart and the Divine Will.

Tehillim - Psalm 119 ...              We look closely at GIMEL, verses 17 to 24 an so much more; “Deal bountifully with Thy servant that I may live and I will observe Thy word”.

Tehillim-Psalm-119-25-to-40 … In the Aleph-Bet of Psalm 119, we arrive at the fourth and fifth gates of the soul. These sections represent a profound spiritual movement from the “dust” of mortality to the “aspiration” for Divine wisdom.

Tehillim-Psalm-120 ...               Psalm 120 is a short but potent cry from the heart. This Psalm opens the collection known as Shir HaMa’alot (“Songs of Ascents”), a group of fifteen Psalms 120-134 traditionally associated with pilgrimage, spiritual ascent, and inner elevation.

Tehillim - Psalm 121 ...              This wonderful Tehillim from the Ketuvim section of our beloved Tanakh, and it is a powerful piece as it provides a reading in regard to themes of protection and Divine reassurance. This Tehillm encapsulates the essence of seeking help and comfort in times of distress, making it a cornerstone in both our religious practices, but especially within our personal faith.

Tehillim – Psalm-122 ...             This Psalm is one of the ‘Songs of Ascents’, a brief pilgrimage hymn traditionally sung by worshipers travelling to Jerusalem. It celebrates the joy of communal worship, the ordered unity of the city, and the link between sacred worship and just governance.

Tehillim- Psalms-123-124 ...      These two short Psalms move from petition to praise, modelling how communal prayer shifts from humble appeal to confident thanksgiving.

Tehillim-Psalm-125 ...               Tehillim - Psalm 125 is one of the fifteen “Songs of Ascents”, short pilgrim hymns sung by those journeying to Jerusalem. Its central image is Mount Zion as an emblem of immovable security, and the Psalm moves quickly from assurance for the righteous, as well as a sober warning about the fate of the wicked, ending with a benediction for Israel.

Tehillim-Psalm-126 ...                Tehillim - Psalm 126 celebrates the return from exile and the joy that follows restoration.

Tehillim-Psalm 127 ...                Psalm 127 is one of the Songs of Ascents, traditionally linked to Solomon and sung by pilgrims as they made their way to Jerusalem.

Tehillim-Psalm-128 ...                Tehillim - Psalm 128 is one of the “Songs of Ascents” (a short collection of 15 pilgrim songs). It paints a compact, domestic picture of blessing for those who fear יְהוָה - the LORD, and walk in His ways, linking piety with everyday prosperity, family life, and communal wellbeing.

Tehillim-Psalm-129 ...               Psalm 129 is A Song of Ascents that remembers long standing affliction and affirms God’s vindication; it contrasts persistent oppression with יְהוָה - the LORD’s justice.

Tehillim-Psalm-130                    Psalm 130 is a brief, powerful Song of Ascents that moves from deep lament to confident hope in אֱלֹהִים - Elohim’s forgiveness.

Tehillim-Psalms-131-132           Psalm 131 and Psalm 132 are ‘Songs of Ascents’ that model two complementary spiritual postures: humble quiet trust (131) and devoted seeking of אֱלֹהִים - Elohim’s dwelling and kingship (132). They teach ‘inner stillness’ and ‘communal covenantal hope’.

Tehillim- Psalms-133-134          These two Songs of Ascents pair naturally: Psalm 133 celebrates the blessing of unity in the community, and Psalm 134 models nightly worship and blessing in the sanctuary.

Tehillim-Psalm-135 ...                I am about to commence with Psalm 135 which has 21 verses, and it contains a great deal of teaching.

Tehillim-Psalm-136 ...                Psalm 136 is a liturgical call to thanksgiving built on a repeated refrain—“For His mercy endureth for ever.” It strings together creation, deliverance, and covenant acts so the community remembers אֱלֹהִים - Elohim’s steadfast love.

Tehillim-Psalm-137 ...                Psalm 137 captures the exiles’ sorrow by the rivers of Babylon, their refusal to sing אֱלֹהִים - Elohim’s song in a foreign land, a vow of remembrance for Jerusalem, and an imprecatory close that voices the depth of their grief and desire for vindication.

Tehillim-Psalm-138 ...                Psalm 138 marks the beginning of a final group of Davidic Psalms. It is a hymn of profound gratitude, written by one who has known both great heights and deep ‘trouble’.

Tehillim-Psalm-139 ...               Psalm 139 is perhaps the most intimate of all the Psalms. Whilst Psalm 135 spoke of Elohim’s power in history, Psalm 138 spoke of His protection, and Psalm 139 speaks of His presence.

Tehillim-Psalm-140 ...                Tehillim - Psalm 140 is a personal plea for protection against violent and deceitful enemies; it combines urgent petition, vivid images of slander and ambush, and a confident appeal to אֱלֹהִים - Elohim’s justice and refuge.

Tehillim-Psalm-141 ...                The psalm is compact and practical, useful for lessons on speech ethics and dependence on אֱלֹהִים - Elohim (God).

Tehillim-Psalm-142 ...                Psalm 142 is a short, urgent cave prayer of David that pours out complaint, names isolation, and ends in a plea for rescue and vindication;

Tehillim-Psalm-143 ...                Psalm 143 is one of the ‘Penitential Psalms’, a heartfelt plea from David during a time of great exhaustion and distress.

Tehillim-Psalm-144 ...                Psalm 144 is a prayer of David, written from the perspective of a warrior king who has seen both battle and blessing. It blends themes of dependence on אֱלֹהִים - Elohim (God), human frailty, victory, and the longing for a peaceful, flourishing nation.

Tehillim-Psalm-145 ...                This study will cover yet another Tehillim - Psalm and I have chosen number 145 as it is without a doubt a rather powerful one!

Tehillim-Psalm-146 ...                This Psalm has the first of five הַלְלוּ-יָהּ - ‘Hallelu’Yah’ Psalms that concludes the Book of Tehillim - Psalms. It is a powerful declaration of trust, emphasizing that while human strength is temporary, אֱלֹהִים- Elohim’s support is eternal.

Tehillim-Psalm-147 ...               Psalm 147 is a masterpiece of contrast. It is one of the final five songs in the Psalter often called the הַלְלוּ-יָהּ - “HalleluYah Psalms”, because they all begin and end with that joyous shout of praise.

Tehillim-Psalm-148 ...               Psalm 148 is a masterpiece of poetic organization. It does not just ask people to praise אֱלֹהִים - Elohim; it commands the entire universe, from the highest heavens to the deepest oceans, to recognize their Creator!

Tehillim - Psalm-149 ...              Tehillim - Psalm 149 is a short, fierce doxology that pairs exuberant worship with a call to Divine justice; read as both liturgical praise and an eschatological victory song, it invites ‘praise’, ‘martial imagery’, and ‘hope’ for אֱלֹהִים - Elohim’s vindication.

Tehillim – Psalm-150 ...             Tehillim - Psalm 150 is the jubilant doxology that closes the Book of Tehillim, calling all creation to praise אֱלֹהִים for His ‘mighty deeds’ and ‘excellent greatness’.

Tampered-Tehillim ...                 Sadly in the past there have been some erroneous changes made to certain verses in our beloved Tanakh, as they literarily changed Tehillin 53, where in they substituted the Name of יְהוָה to אֱלֹהִים – Elohim in each relevant verse. Ask yourself who gave them permission to alter anything of His Word?

Book of Job:

The-Book-of-Job …                     Job is introduced as an upstanding man from the land of Uz who honours אֱלֹהִים - Elohim. We read about his large family and prosperous estate, and it becomes clear that Job is wealthy a man with everything to lose.

Book of Proverbs:

10-Special-Proverbs ...            The Book of Proverbs (Sefer Mishlei) is more than a collection of ancient maxims; it is a practical roadmap for the soul navigating a complex world. King Solomon did not merely offer us “good advice” he provided a “Divine framework for transforming human character into a vessel for wisdom”.

Special-Proverbs-Study ...          The three verses presented provide ‘Divine instructions’ as immediate, life preserving guidance: commandments and teaching illuminate the next step, loving correction restores life, and wisdom must be treasured and guarded like the pupil of the eye ‘practical’, ‘internalized’, and ‘protected’.

Proverbs of Solomon ...              This study is all about the individual, and how we should serve and approach our beloved Heavenly Father. This study is somewhat different than the others, yet I am sure that you will benefit greatly from it!

Proverbs-Chap-1 …                     Proverbs 1 introduces the book’s focus on wisdom, discipline, and understanding, emphasizing that true knowledge is rooted in the fear of אֱלֹהִים - Elohim (God). The chapter warns against the dangers of peer-induced evil, emphasizing that wisdom is accessible to all, yet it requires a dedicated, lifelong commitment to ‘righteousness’ rather than ‘selfish gain’!

Proverbs-Chapter-2 …                Proverbs 2 presents a beautifully structured meditation on the pursuit of wisdom. The chapter reads almost like a parent speaking to a beloved child, urging them to seek wisdom with the same intensity one might reserve for searching out hidden treasure.

Proverbs-Chap-3 ...                    Proverbs Chapter 3 is a compact guide to wisdom lived out: it urges fidelity to  instruction, and ‘trust in אֱלֹהִים - Elohim’ (God), ‘humility’, ‘generosity’, and the  moral and practical benefits of ‘walking in wisdom’.

Proverbs-3-1-7 ...                       Looking at just at seven verses that forms a compact, but an exciting teaching guide regarding our beloved אֱלֹהִים - Eohim’s wisdom.

Proverbs-3-5-7 ...                       These four verses form a compact teaching on how wisdom and right living flow from a proper relationship with אֱלֹהִים יְהוָה - the LORD Elohim, blessed be His Holy Name!

Proverbs-Chapter-4 …                 In this chapter, King Solomon speaks not just as a monarch, but as a father. He shifts from abstract warnings to a deeply personal plea, sharing the lessons his own father, King David, once taught him.

Book of Ruth:

Ruth-Chapter-1 …                      The Book of Ruth is a profound narrative set during the turbulent era of the Judges, offering a story of ‘devotion’, ‘faith’, and ‘restoration’.

Ruth-Chapter-2 …                       Chapter 2 shows that righteousness is expressed through tangible action. Boaz acts as a vessel of Divine care by providing safety and abundance to a vulnerable foreigner, while Ruth’s industrious spirit demonstrates her integrity. The harvest field becomes a space where human kindness mirrors the protective wings of אֱלֹהִים - Elohim, setting the stage for total restoration.

Ruth-Chapter-3 …                      Chapter 3 highlights the power of moral integrity in moments of extreme vulnerability. Both Ruth and Boaz act with absolute honour in the dark, choosing family duty over impulse. The threshing floor becomes a place of sacred negotiation, proving that true virtue stands firm even when hidden from public view.

Ruth-Chapter-4 …                      Chapter 4 provides a resolution where legal justice and family love meet. By fulfilling his duty, Boaz secures the memory of the dead and provides a secure future for the living. The ultimate genealogy reveals that the kindness exchanged between a grieving mother, a loyal foreigner, and a righteous provider was the foundation for the royal house of David.

Song of Songs:

All-About-Song-of-Songs …        Here is an expanded overview of the entire book; focusing on the journey of the ‘soul’ and the ‘pursuit of moral perfection’. This section explains how the text serves as a beautiful allegory for ‘integrity’, ‘inner beauty’, and an ‘unshakeable commitment to truth’.

Song-of-Songs-Chap-1 …            It features dialogues which expresses ‘desire’, ‘admiration’, and ‘longing’, it also uses metaphors of ‘wine’, ‘scents’, and ‘nature’ to symbolize Divine intimacy.

Song-of-Songs-Chap-2 …            Song of Songs Chapter 2 utilizes vibrant, springtime imagery to explore the blossoming of love, moving from intimate scenes to the open countryside. It emphasizes the sensory experience and natural progression of affection, highlighting the delicate balance of a growing, exclusive bond.

Song-of-Songs-Chap-3 …            Chapter 3 addresses the themes of ‘searching’, ‘determination’, and the ‘ultimate security found in a disciplined life’. It begins with a nocturnal search born of a sense of separation and transitions into a grand procession.

Song-of-Songs-Chap-4 …            Chapter 4 provides an extensive description of perfection, examining various aspects of character and virtue. It uses architectural and agricultural metaphors to convey completeness.

Song-of-Songs-Chap-5 …            Chapter 5 introduces a pivotal conflict where an opportunity is missed due to temporary hesitation, leading to a painful search. It explores the consequences of complacency and details the striking attributes of the lover.

Song-of-Songs-Chap-6 …            Chapter 6 reveals that when we lose our path, we find it again by returning to our duties and planting good deeds. Do not be distracted by the many alternative paths the world offers. Stand firm in your unique commitment to virtue, and your clarity will shine like the morning sun.

Song-of-Songs-Chap-7 …            Chapter 7 details the graceful steps and complete maturity of a noble character. It shifts focus to practical walk and actions in the world, showing how internal wisdom manifests externally. It concludes with an invitation to labour together in the fields of life.

Song-of-Songs-Chap-8 …            Chapter 8 concludes this great song by exploring the unshakeable, invincible nature of true devotion. It describes a love that cannot be bought, bartered, or destroyed by adversity. It emphasizes a final state of mature stability where the individual stands strong as a wall.

Book of Ecclesiastes:

Ecclesiastes-Chap-1 …                The opening chapter of Ecclesiastes shatters human complacency by stripping away the illusion of permanent earthly achievement. Kohelet forces us to confront the exhausting monotony of nature, the limits of human legacy, and the painful reality that intellectual brilliance cannot fix a broken world.

Ecclesiastes-Chap-2 …                In Chapter 2, Kohelet conducts a series of controlled experiments to find ultimate meaning. He tests unrestrained pleasure, massive architectural projects, vast wealth, and intellectual wisdom.

Ecclesiastes-Chap-3 ... This study is very much a compact poem about the rhythms of life: it insists that human experience unfolds in appointed seasons, each with its proper time, and invites ‘acceptance’, ‘discernment’, and ‘wise action’ in the face of those rhythms.

Ecclesiastes-Chap-4 …                In Chapter 4, Kohelet shifts from a cosmic perspective to a social critique. He examines the dark realities of human society, including brutal oppression, the envy that drives economic competition, the profound isolation of the workaholic, and the fleeting nature of political power.

Ecclesiastes-Chap-5 …                Chapter 5 shifts our focus to spiritual and psychological health. True worship requires quiet reverence rather than empty words. True peace requires us to break free from the trap of greed. Wealth is a burden unless אֱלֹהִים - Elohim grants the spiritual maturity to enjoy it simply and generously.

Ecclesiastes-Chap-6 …                Chapter 6 acts is a dark companion to the conclusion of Chapter 5. Kohelet describes a man who has achieved everything, ‘wealth’, ‘status’, ‘a massive family’, and ‘longevity’ yet lacks the psychological capacity to enjoy his life.

Ecclesiastes-Chap-7 …                Chapter 7 marks a transition toward practical, proverbial wisdom. Kohelet contrasts superficial happiness with the sobering, maturing power of sorrow and reflection.

Ecclesiastes-Chap-8 …                Chapter 8 deals with the complexities of living under human authority and coping with arbitrary governance. Kohelet counsel’s political wisdom, addresses the painful reality of delayed justice, and reinforces that even the most brilliant minds cannot fully decipher the mysteries of Divine providence.

Ecclesiastes-Chap-9 …                Chapter 9 addresses the great equalizer: death comes to all, regardless of moral standing. Kohelet urges us to live passionately, utilizing whatever time and strength we have.

Ecclesiastes-Chap-10 …              Chapter 10 is a collection of vivid aphorisms contrasted against political and practical folly. Kohelet illustrates how tiny errors can ruin great reputations, critiques incompetent leaders, warns of the physical dangers inherent in manual labour, and exposes the reckless speech of fools.

Ecclesiastes-Chap-11 …              Chapter 11 challenges us to overcome the paralysis of uncertainty. We cannot predict the weather, the economy, or the hand of אֱלֹהִים - Elohim. The wise response is not to withdraw from life, but to ‘invest generously’, ‘work diligently’, and ‘enjoy the vibrancy of youth’ responsibly under the watchful eye of Divine judgment.

Ecclesiastes-Chap-12 …              Chapter 12 brings us face-to-face with our mortality to teach us how to live. The vivid imagery of aging reminds us that our physical faculties are borrowed gifts. When everything ‘under the sun’ is stripped away, human pride collapses. The ultimate anchor of human existence is not found in solving the riddles of life, but in a reverent relationship with our Creator and obedience to His laws.

Book of Lamentations:

Book-of-Lamentations …         The Book of Lamentations is traditionally attributed to the Prophet Jeremiah, who wrote it as a series of five poetic laments following the ‘Babylonian destruction of Jerusalem’ and ‘the Temple’ in 586 BC. It contains raw, emotional grief over this catastrophe, documenting the suffering of the people, and acknowledging that this destruction was Divine punishment for Judah’s sins, yet it still offers a message of ‘hope’ and ‘repentance’.

Lamentations-Chapter-1 …         This chapter introduces Jerusalem as a lonely widow weeping in the night. Once a proud princess among nations, she is now a captive slave due to her numerous transgressions. The city acknowledges her profound grief, the departure of her majesty, and the righteous judgment of אֱלֹהִים - Elohim.

Lamentations-Chapter-2 …         The focus shifts directly from human sorrow to the Divine cause of the destruction. אֱלֹהִים - Elohim acts as an adversary against His own rebellious people, tearing down the strongholds, the temple, and the kingdom. The chapter vividly details the collapse of civil and religious leadership.

Lamentations-Chapter-3 …         This central chapter serves as the theological heart of the book, written from the perspective of an individual suffering under God’s rod.

Lamentations-Chapter-4 …         The text returns to the gritty, historical reality of the siege, contrasting the past luxury of Jerusalem’s elite with their present degrading misery. The intense famine forces mothers to abandon natural affection, while the political dependency on foreign nations shatters.

Book of Nehemiah:

Nehemiah-Chapter-1 …              Nehemiah 1 introduces the profound spiritual and emotional accountability of leadership. Upon receiving a grim report concerning the ruined walls of Jerusalem and the deep affliction of the returned remnant, Nehemiah serving as the royal cupbearer in Shushan seeks Divine intervention.

Nehemiah-Chapter-2 …              Nehemiah 2 details the transition from personal prayer to decisive political and physical action. Gaining royal favour from King Artaxerxes, Nehemiah receives the necessary authority, letters of safe passage, and resources to journey to Judah.

Nehemiah-Chapter-3 …              Nehemiah 3 outlines the systematic, cooperative restoration of Jerusalem’s walls and gates. This massive undertaking brings together all segments of our Hebrew society including the High Priest, Kohanim, Levites, rulers of districts, craftsmen, and families each taking responsibility for repairing the specific sections near their own homes or assigned sectors to secure the holy city.

Nehemiah-Chapter-4 …              Nehemiah 4 depicts the escalating opposition from external enemies as the reconstruction of Jerusalem’s walls progresses. When mockery turns into a conspiracy of violent threats, Nehemiah counters the danger by uniting the people in prayer and implementing a strategy of continuous physical readiness, dividing the assembly into builders and armed guards.

Nehemiah-Chapter-5 …              Nehemiah 5 addresses a critical internal crisis of social and economic injustice that threatens to destroy the community from within. Amidst famine and heavy Persian taxation, wealthy Hebrew nobles exploit their impoverished brethren through usury and debt servitude. Nehemiah steps in forcefully, compelling the wealthy to make full restitution, while modelling selfless leadership by refusing his rightful gubernatorial allowances.

Nehemiah-Chapter-6 …              Chapter 6 emphasizes that the completion of a holy task requires unwavering focus and discernment. It shows that true leaders cannot be swayed by personal threats or internal betrayal when their trust is anchored firmly in Divine protection.

Nehemiah-Chapter-7 …              Chapter 7 demonstrates that physical walls must be matched by internal order. By preserving and verifying the genealogical registers, the leadership ensures the ‘purity’, ‘continuity’, and ‘long-term legal stability’ of the covenantal community in their ancestral land.

Nehemiah-Chapter-8 …              The entire assembly gathers as one corporate body at the Water Gate to hear Ezra the scribe read and explain the Torah of Moses. The people’s grief turns to sacred joy as they understand the words, culminating in the nationwide, precise celebration of the ‘Feast of Tabernacles’ (Sukkot).

Nehemiah-Chapter-9 …              Nehemiah 9 documents a solemn national day of fasting, separation, and corporate confession following the Sukkot festival. The Levites lead the assembly in a comprehensive, historical prayer that recounts אֱלֹהִים - Elohim’s enduring faithfulness, from the call of Abraham through the Exodus, Sinai, and the wilderness, contrasting Divine mercy with Israel’s repeated backsliding, culminating in a firm covenant renewal.

Nehemiah-Chapter-10 …            Chapter 10 illustrates that spiritual renewal must manifest in practical, structured lifestyle changes. By formalizing commitments to family purity, Sabbath observance, and financial stewardship, the nation builds a tangible fence around its religious identity.

Nehemiah-Chapter-11 …            Nehemiah 11 addresses the logistical necessity of safely repopulating the newly walled city of Jerusalem. To secure the capital, the rulers take up residence within it, while the rest of the population casts lots to bring one out of every ten citizens to dwell permanently in the Holy City.

Nehemiah-Chapter-12 …            Nehemiah organizes two massive thanksgiving choirs that process in opposite directions along the crest of the walls, filling the city with praise. The day concludes with great sacrifices and the re-establishment of the daily provisions for the Temple staff.

Nehemiah-Chapter-13 …            Nehemiah 13 contains the vital corrective reforms enacted by Nehemiah upon his return to Jerusalem from the Persian court. Discovering that the people have neglected their covenantal vows during his absence, he takes immediate, fearless action: he expels foreign intruders from the Temple, restores the withheld Levitical tithes, enforces strict cessation of trade on the Sabbath, and fiercely confronts intermarriage.

Mixed Studies:

Anatomy-of-Trumpets ...         Chapter 29 begins the transition, praise  אֱלֹהִים- Elohim (God) into the sacred seventh month of the Hebrew calendar (Tishri), the most spiritually dense month of the year. While Chapter 28 detailed daily, weekly, monthly, and spring festival offerings, Chapter 29 shifts to the autumn festivals.

Anatomy-of-Atonement ...      This passage serves as a liturgical bridge. While Leviticus 16 details the high priest’s intimate, hidden service within the “Holy of Holies”, and so much more information!

So-shall-thy-seed-be …           In this study, יְהוָה - the LORD promises Avraham that he will have children who will be as many as the stars in the sky. יְהוָה - the LORD takes Avraham outside and asks him to count the stars. ‘So shall thy seed (children) be’. “said אֱלֹהִים - Elohim.

Hebrew-Wisdom …                   The original script for us the Israelites was an Hebrew language that utilized a script known as ‘Paleo-Hebrew’ later it became known as the ‘Sinai inscriptions’ dated from 1842 BCE, and there is a wonderful continuation to follow.

Yom-Kippur-Tips ...                 There are three essential elements to repenting. This is true at any time, but this brief study should help you prepare for “Yom Kippur” using the knowledge of you sins, and of your genuine repentance!

The-Priestly-Blessing ...             The Hebrew text follows a precise ascending pattern that is often lost in translation. This “building” effect signifies an outpouring of Divine abundance:

Mishpatim ...                              The significance of מִשְׁפָּטִים - ‘Mishpatim’ establishes a legal system based on ‘righteousness’, ‘fairness’, and ‘accountability’ in everyday life, focusing heavily on human to human relationships. Mishpatim emphasizes that faith is not just ritual, but the implementation of ‘justice in society’!

Barak-and-Deborah ...                In the Tanakh, we find the name of Barak, (which is derived from the Hebrew root meaning “bless”), which indicates “Divine favour” and “empowerment”.

Emunah-have-Faith ...                In Hebrew, ‘faith’ is translated as “Emunah”, a term that is rich in nuance and significance. So, what does it mean to have faith? Is it merely intellectual or something far more?

Blessed-Torah ...                        The Hebrew word Torah (תּוֹרָה, which means “teaching”, “instruction”, or “law”) is the foundational text of our Hebraic faith.

Torah-Study ...                           I believe that the primary text of our Hebraic tradition, including the ‘Shema Yisroel’ itself, should encourage us as Hebrews to regularly read and study our beloved Torah.

Love-our-Mitzvoth ...                  We have heard over different occasions that the 613 commandments given to Moshe - Moses and the Israelites whilst in the Sinai wilderness, that they are simply too difficult to keep. But that is far from the truth!

Sabbath-and-Tabernacle ...        The Tabernacle was a most “Holy place”, a “Sanctuary” where Israel could meet אֱלֹהִים יְהוָה - the LORD Elohim. In the same way the “Sabbath” in its own way is a “sanctuary in time” in which we can meet with אֱלֹהִים - Elohim.

12-Minor-Prophets ...                 “Twelve Minor Prophets” is located in the eighth and last “book” in the second section of our Tanakh, known as the ‘Nevi’im’, or ‘Prophets’. It is, as its name implies, not a unified whole but a collection of 12 independent books, by (at least) 12 different prophets.

Rambam- Maimonides ...            Rabbi Moses ben Maimon, also known as “Rambam” or “Maimonides”, was a preeminent medieval Sephardic ‘philosopher’, ‘physician’, and a ‘Torah scholar’ who revolutionized Hebraic understanding of the Law!

Increase-our-Faith ...                 The Torah tells us that אֱלֹהִים - Elohim considered the patriarch Abraham’s faith to be meritorious. But let us reflect a moment. If אֱלֹהִים - Elohim spoke to any of us, would we not have an unshakeable faith?

The-Oasis-of-Elim ...                   “And they came to Elim, where were twelve springs of water, and three score and ten palm-trees; and they encamped there by the waters”.

Our-connection-to-Elohim ...     Amazingly, our life is more special than we often have not understood. The truth is that we always need to remember that we really live in an אֱלֹהִים - Elohim environment: I will explain?

Hineni-Study ...                          This is an important study regarding the amazing word “Hineni”. After this study go to the next one The Meaning of Hineni!

Lost Objects ...                            A very special study that is directly connected to two very similar verses found in Devarim - Deuteronomy 22:1 and Shemot - Exodus 23:4. One speaks about “thy brother’s” lost animal and the other about “thine enemy’s” lost animal. And yet all this could well be related to what it says, or even to ourselves, for there are some who may have somehow strayed and lost our way? A very interesting study and worth checking out!

King-Josiah ...                            Josiah (c 640 - 609 BCE) was eight years old when he began to reign, and he reined for thirty-two years in Jerusalem - Judah. He did what was right in the eyes of יְהוָה - the LORD and walked in all the ways of David his father, and he did not turn aside to the right or to the left.

Blessing-for-the-Czar ...             I am sure that most of us have seen the play or the movie of “Fiddler on the Roof” and we will well recall that very question one of the townspeople asks the rabbi of ‘Anatevka’.

Keep My Commands ...                   The title says it all, we should spend more time being obedient to our Torah Mitzvoth’s! This study I pray will help!

Food-Blessings ...                    In the Hebrew we have a blessed tradition,of saying a berachah – בְּרָכָה or berachot - בְּרָכוֹת are blessings of thanksgiving recited prior to partaking food or drinks.

You-are-what-you eat …            Let me just say, “You are what you eat”. Now put that in our life of faith, what could this be all about? This a study, but with a decisive message.

The-Long-Journey ...                  When finally the Pharaoh let our people go, אֱלֹהִים - Elohim did not lead them by the way of the land of the Philistines, even though it was much nearer; for אֱלֹהִים said, “The people may have a change of heart when they see war, and return to Egypt”. 

Chessed ...                                 “Chessed” or“Hesed” is a wonderful and a rich Hebrew word describing ...  ‘loyal’, ‘steadfast love’, ‘kindness’, ‘mercy’ and ‘covenant faithfulness’, often translated as ‘loving-kindness’ or ‘steadfast love’.

Aaron-the-Priest ...                    “Have Aaron and his sons serve Me as priests. Make for them sacred garments using fine linen, gold and blue, purple and scarlet yarns.

Ezra-the-Priest ...                       Ezra, is also known as “Ezra the Scribe”, and he was an important Hebraic priest as well as a Scribe during the early ‘Second Temple’ period. He played a crucial role in restoring the Hebrew scriptures and religion to the people after the Babylonian Captivity. Ezra is highly respected throughout Hebraism.

The-Levites ...                            The tribe that rocks the Torah’s stage, and that is the tribe of ‘Levi’. So, grab your Torah, and let us dig into who they were and what made them stand out.

Letting-Go ...                             There are many people out there who have undoubtedly been through difficult times and have experienced had hurtful past’s. What we do with what has happened to us in the past can affect our future in ways that we sometimes can’t even begin to know.

Meek-and-Humble ...                  “But the humble shall inherit the land, and delight themselves in the abundance of peace”.

Davids-Prayer ...                        In a section of Psalm 119, we find King David moving from a place of deep emotional exhaustion toward a plea for spiritual “revival”. You will notice a shift from asking אֱלֹהִים - Elohim (God) to “help me understand” to asking אֱלֹהִים - Elohim to “bend my will”.

We-are-Hebrews ...                    We need to understand that Avram (later Abraham) was specifically identified as “the Hebrew” - Ha-Ivri in the Tanakh, notably shown in Genesis 14:13, where it clearly states “Avram the Hebrew”. He is the first person in the Torah to be given this official title!

1-Kings-17-Vv-1-24 ....              Until this moment, ‘king Ahab’ and his evil wife ‘Jezebel’. have been leading the nation into a horrific spiritual world of darkness, as they were worshipping the Canaanite storm-god, “Baal”.

1-Kings-18-Vv-1-14 ...               For three and a half years, the heavens have been sealed as a Divine judgment against the idolatry of King Ahab and Queen Jezebel, who had institutionalized the worship of Baal.

1-Kings-19-Vv-1-21 ...               In Chapter 19, we witness the human side of Eliyahu HaNavi (Elijah the Prophet). Fresh from the monumental victory over the prophets of Baal at Mount Carmel, Elijah expects a national spiritual awakening.

2-Chronicles-1-Vv-1-18 ...         This opening chapter sets a profound spiritual foundation for his leadership, focusing not on his wealth or power, but on his humility and his relationship with the Divine.

2-Chronicles-2-Vv-1-17 ...         As we move from Solomon’s spiritual preparation in Chapter 1 to his practical implementation in 2 Chronicles Chapter 2, we see the King’s wisdom in action. He transitions from the “night-vision” of Gibeon to the daylight of administration, diplomacy, and construction.

2-Chronicles-3-Vv-1-17 ...          Chapter 3 records the actual commencement of the Temple’s construction in the fourth year of Solomon’s reign. The Chronicler provides a meticulous “blueprint in prose”, detailing the dimensions, the lavish materials, and the symbolic structures.

Looking-at-Jonathan ...              The-Long-Journey nathan was the very first prince of Israel. He was in line to become the second Hebrew king. However, due to his father’s king Saul’s unfaithfulness, this never happened and instead Jonathan is remembered as a genuinely loyal friend to David and a devoted leader of his country.

Haggai-Chapter-1 ...                  The Book of Haggai is set in 520 BC, during the second year of King Darius of Persia. After returning from Babylonian exile, the Israelites had begun rebuilding the Temple in Jerusalem but halted work for 16 years due to opposition and apathy. Haggai’s message is a Divine “wake up call”.

Haggai-Chapter-2 …                   Haggai Chapter 2 addresses a community grappling with “the day of small things”. Returning from the Babylonian exile, the people are disheartened by the modest scale of the Second Temple compared to the legendary grandeur of Solomon’s structure.

Strong-and-Good-Courage ...      “A rabbi visiting the Netherlands decided for certain reasons to commence his class by holding up a fine crisp brand new f20 guilder note (pre the introduction of the Euro) and asked, “Who would like this f20 guilder note?” Of course every single hand in the room shot up. Yet, he continued, ‘I am going to give this f20 guilder note to one of you’, he said. ‘But first, I am going to do this’. The story has great meaning, if we just read on!

He-is-ONE ...                              In our Hebrew tradition, the concept of אֱלֹהִים - Elohim as the “אֱלֹהִים of the present who hears you” is fundamentally rooted in the Divine Name as was revealed unto Moshe - Moses at the burning bush at Mount Horeb, and the active personal nature of אֱלֹהִים - Elohim.

Love-Thy-Neighbour ...               The prayers we recite overflow with expressions of love and injunctions to love. It is at the very center of our beloved Torah, in chapter 19 of Vayikra - Leviticus, we find an instruction that is one of the most important of all: to “love your neighbour as yourself.” However, this study has one of the most beautiful stories in Hebrew history!

Love-your-Neighbour ...              The heart of the Torah, is “Love your neighbour as yourself” (Vayikra 19:18). However, the truth be told, it does seem, that many of us are constantly striving for the exact opposite , for we tend to desire others to love us.

Love-and-Hate.htm ...                Leviticus 19:1 to 18 (JPS-1917) is a concentrated call to communal holiness: it frames a series of ethical commands, ‘worship’, ‘family’ and ‘Sabbath duties’, ‘social justice’, and ‘interpersonal conduct’, rooted in the declaration “You shall be holy” and culminating in the injunction to love and correct one’s neighbour”.

Spoken-Once-Heard-Twice ...   We will be looking in this study regarding the Echo of אֱלֹהִים - Elohim’s blessed Word: We will look between ‘Literal Truth’ and ‘Infinite Meaning’. As well as the foundation of: ‘Hearing the Double Voice’:

A-Covenant-Forever ...               Due to so many non Hebrew people having told me, ‘Rabbi is it not sad that the ten of the Twelve Tribes of Israel were lost, so long ago?” and I would set them right about that question! However, this is the reason I decided to write about that question, and it is what I am about to commence the theme of this important study, and I am sure that by the time we reach the end we will have gained a great deal.

Avinu-Malkeinu ...                      There are three essential elements to repenting. But this is true at any time but let us now look further into this subject, as it should help you prepare for “Yom Kippur”.

How-to-Pray ...                          The aim of this page and site is to encourage fellow Hebrews, especially our younger ones, and possibly those that may have fallen away from their attendance to the Synagogue and prayers, etc, to grow back unto our wonderful faith.

Our-Prayers …                          Are you struggling to connect to אֱלֹהִים יְהוָה - the LORD Elohim be it on the ‘Days of Awe’, or otherwise?

Three-Special-Prayers  ...           Live, give, forgive, celebrate and praise: these are still the best ways of making a blessing over life, thereby turning life into a blessing.

Pray-for-Jerusalem ...                We all know well that Jerusalem is of a special significance to אֱלֹהִים - Elohim, it stems from its role as a place of Divine choice and covenant, a focal point for religious narratives, and a symbol of Divine presence and promise.

My-Prayer ...                              Welcome to a brief look of a popular prayer; as we will see find on this page. This remarkable prayer will be first in Ivrit - Hebrew, followed by a Transliteration, and then in English!

Prayers-For-Healing ...               Prayer is a cornerstone of our Hebrew faith and it serves not just as a means of communication with the Divine but also as a source of solace and strength during times of illness and distress. The role of prayer in seeking healing and comfort is deeply embedded in our beloved faith, offering a way to express hope, trust, and a desire for recovery.

About-Hebraism ...                     Judaism is one of the world’s oldest monotheistic religions, with a rich history and culture spanning over 4,000 years. From its roots in ancient Mesopotamia to its modern-day practices, Judaism is a fascinating faith that continues to evolve and captivate people around the globe.

Elohim-or-God ...                        “Thus you shall say to the Children of Israel: אֱלֹהִים יְהוָה - the LORD Elohim, of your fathers, the אֱלֹהִים - Elohim of Avraham, the Elohim of Yitzchak, and the Elohim of Ya’akov, has sent me to you. This is My Name Forever, and this is My Memorial to all Generations’”. Shemo – Exodus 3:15. JPS-1917).

Who-are-the-Hebrews ...            We the Hebrew’s are recognized as the world’s oldest monotheistic religion. Our roots trace back to the ancient land known historically as Canaan, which corresponds to modern-day Israel and Palestine.

The-Hebrew-Tanakh ...              “Happy Righteous-Upright are they that are upright in the way, who walk in the law of יְהוָה - the LORD. Happy are they that keep His testimonies, that seek Him with the whole heart”.

Our-Creator ...                            Come and discover an error that has been made by priests and rabbis in times long gone. For sadly in English and other languages, they have given Elohim, a pagan title, as we will find out, as well as having greatly altered our beloved Tanakh in various parts, and I will provide absolute proof this!

Power-of-Example ...                  We are so familiar with Avraham’s story of Avraham that we may not always stop and think about what a strange turn it is in our Torah narrative. If we fail to understand this, though, we may well fail to understand the very nature of our Hebrew identity itself!

Elohims-Name ...                        We are well aware that we as humans all have personal names, therefore the question begs, would it not be reasonable for our beloved אֱלֹהִים - Elohim to have a Name?

Walk-with-Elohim ...                  In Devarim Moshe we see near After creating humans, אֱלֹהִים - Elohim  blesses them that they should be fruitful and rule the ‘earth’, ‘fish’, ‘birds’, and ‘animals’. Elohim spoke of diets for both man and animating the end of his life, and he charges Israel to face the unknown with courage, not because the path is easy, but because יְהוָה אֱלֹהֶיךָ - the LORD your Elo’hei’cha (God) is with them.

Our-Mitzvoth-History ...              Question: How many actual Mitzvot are there for us to uphold? Is it 613 Torah Mitzvoth, or also those 9.000 or more man-made additions created so long after the destruction of the Second Temple?

Return-unto-Me ...                     The call “Return unto Me” is one of the Tanakh’s central summons: being an invitation from our beloved אֱלֹהִים of covenant to ‘repent’, ‘renew relationship’, and receive ‘Divine restoration’. It is juridical, tender and exigent אֱלֹהִים both reproves and promises. For all seekers, this theme offers a clear ethical heart: that faithfulness is recoverable, that repentance reshapes identity, and that covenant life is lived in both struggle and renewal!

Improve-your-Life ...                  There are so many these days who stand at thresholds: be it due to various life choices, or friendships going wrong. Or it could be identity from the younger generation study problems. The good news is that the Tanakh offers all that we all really need for a path we are looking for! There are so many blessed texts that call’s the heart to be honest and for us to be faithful and allow the hands to do righteous work.

Children-and-Pesach ...              This page is all about your children being involved on erev Pesach! They have a blessed part in participation of the service of remembrance!

Behind-the-Words ...                  Free your heart from hatred: This is not just about the other person; it’s about internal surgery. Hatred is a heavy weight that the hater carries. By releasing it, you reclaim your own heart.

Jacob-Esau ...                             In this study, Ya’aqov - Jacob leaves the home of his father-in-law ‘Lavan’ and he prepares to encounter his twin brother Esav – Esau.

Josephs-Story ...                        In this Parashah it is all about Joseph and the sad situation that saw him thrown down a pit and the being sold off as a slave.

The-Fasting-Study ...                  If you read the Tanakh, you will see that several people went on fast especially during difficult times. And, not all their fast where the same either. Daniel went on a partial fast, Esther went on a dry fast, and David went on ‘a water fast’.

Fasting-Prayer ...                       This study is all about fasting and prayer before our beloved - אֱלֹהִים - Elohim of heaven: To prove its great importance, let us look at the following seven verses from our beloved Tanakh!

Bless-the-LORD ...                      “Blessed be the Name of יְהוָה - the LORD from this time forth and forevermore”.

He-Who-Heals ...                        What does it mean to trust אֱלֹהִים (Elohim - God) as healer? Hebrews have been seeking answers to this question for millennia.

The-Menorah ...                         After creating humans, אֱלֹהִים - Elohim (God)  blesses them that they should be fruitful and rule the ‘earth’, ‘fish’, ‘birds’, and ‘animals’. Elohim spoke of diets for both man and animal.

Golden-Temple-Menorah ...        The Torah prescribes the menorah as a single, beaten work of pure gold with a central shaft and six branches, each branch bearing cups like almond blossoms with calyx and flower (Exodus 25:31-40).

Four-special-verses ...                In his study we will cover a beautiful selection of four verses from our beloved Tanakh! These four verses form a compact theology of permanence, “Sabbath”, “Covenant”, “Torah”, “prophet with the divine Word”. This truth covers all points to continuity across generations.

The-Five-Covenants ...               A single story threads these five covenant moments together: a Divine promise given again and again to repair a broken world, form a people, shape communal life, secure royal leadership, and finally write the life of the Divine Law upon human hearts.

The-Number-40 ...                     This study examines the details of the number “40” across the Torah/Tanakh using the JPS-1917 version as the textual base, and I will be tracing its ‘theological literacy’, ‘ritual patterns’ and offering a guided discussion, and its application.’

Hebrew-Meanings ...                  Understanding the Hebrew meaning of our Tanakh verses brings out the original context and depth of our beloved Scriptures. The Hebrew language, offers nuances sometimes lost in translation.

Nephesh ...                                This study wily cover the Ivrit word נַפְשְׁךָ - “Nephesh”, for even within our own community it is amazingly believed that it means our ‘soul; just if it was something that is somehow separate from us. Bt there is a great deal more about Nephesh!

The-Kabbalah ...                        This brand new study reveals far more about the mystical and occultic Kabbalah!

Age-of-Reason ...                       I know that I am old fashioned and somehow I do not wish to keep up with these rather sad times. The question we may ask ourselves, are these times better than it was, let’s say, ten, twenty, or more years ago? The answer is a simple NO.

Having-Troubles ...                     I am well aware that things can go wrong and other difficulties arise. But who is able to best fix it?

How to Pray ...                           At the Synagogue is it not true, that prayers are said at a ridiculous speed? Thus, is it possible for these prayers to be said with all our heart, all our soul, and with all our being”? My answer is absolutely NO! My own question is, “Is it possible for us to pray with full comprehension at the full speed Rabbis and others now tend to say them”? It is my firm belief that each word of our prayer should be said unto the Almighty with full understanding and lovingly! Our Siddur have grown to a ridiculous point and it should be altered that a faithful loving service can be had!

The-Mincha-Prayer ...                 The “Modeh Ani” being of course the early morning prayer, is located on another page, there is a link to it after the completion of this study re our other daily prayers.

Prayer-of-Sorrow ...                   Three very special prayers to use.

The-Shabbas-Queen ...               It was early of the second century that the Zohar first stated that the “Shabbat was the Queen Bride of the week”. Later the Zohar-Kabbalistic Rabbi Shlomo Halevi Alkabetz in the 16th century, added ‘Lecha Dodi’ that became a mystical hymn that personifies Shabbat as both a Queen (Shabbat HaMalka) and a Bride. It is sung in most Ashkenazi communities on Friday evening to welcome the Sabbath, with the refrain; “Come, let us greet the Shabbat Queen” having come from the original Zohar.

Power-of-Worship ...                  This study will trace that pattern, and reflect on Elohim’s theological meaning (the explication of His revealed word) and invite us to recover praise as a communal practice that both remembers Elohim’s past acts and opens us to present deliverance. May these texts and reflections uplift us and inspire a deeper covenantal faith! Please Note: There has been a very special new addition!

Circumcise-the-Heart ...             In this study we will be tracing how testing, inner transformation, and how Divine enablement work’s together, so a person can “love אֱלֹהֵיכֶם- יְהוָה- The LORD your Elohim with all your heart and all your soul.”

Prayer-and-Study ...                   We hear from אֱלֹהִים - Elohim through our participation in liturgical (public worship) prayer, and also through the study of our beloved Tanakh!

Righteous-Upright ...                 The very special verse we will be looking at in this study, employs a form of ‘parallelism’, a hallmark of Hebrew poetry where ideas echo and reinforce one another.

Asirey Hatikvah ...                         This study coverers the prophet by Zecharyah - Zechariah chapter 1 verse 12 and so much more! The full title of this study is - “Asirey Hatikvah” - “Prisoners of the Hope”.

The Book of Daniel ...                 The Book of דָּנִיֵּאל - Daniel emphasizes its themes of faith, exile, and redemption, seeing the hero Daniel as embodying the Jewish people's struggle and hope for divine intervention.

Complete-Parashah-Listing ...    Weekly Parashat readings form the backbone of communal engagement with the Torah, guiding the rhythm of ‘study’, ‘reflection’, and ‘worship’ throughout the year. This complete listing presents each Parashah in its proper sequence, aligned with the annual cycle of readings as preserved in our wonderful tradition.

The High Holydays ...                 The High Holy Days centre’s very much on “Rosh Hashanah” and “Yom Kippur”, the bookends of the “Ten Days of Awe”. Together we invite ethical reflection, communal prayer, and personal repair of relationships with other people and of course with Elohim.

Verses-of-Hope ...                      Even though I have already written on Tehillim - Psalm Chapter 34 (in fact all the 150 Tehillim earlier as a whole), however, I found that it was worthy to reveal the following five special verses within Tehillim - Psalm 34!

Back to General Studies:.

The-Tamim-Story ...                   Torah portion ‘Shoftim’ (Deuteronomy.16:18 - 21:9), speaks regarding this ‘wholeness’ when it instructs us “You must be תָּמִים - ‘tamim’ with the Holy One your אֱלֹהִים - Elohim”.

Seven Hebraic Values ...            This offers advice of how to live as a faithful Hebrew. As shown in the title, there are seven items that will assist you living a better and a more fruitful life!

Let-there-be-Light ...                 This study will be based on a very special word named “light”, what should be realized, that there is so much in that rather simple word, thus we will commence on a journey and discover some amazing facts!

Balak-and-Balaam ...                 Parashat Balak is one of the most dramatic and mysterious portions in the Torah. It introduces us to King Balak of Moab, who fears the Israelites as they approached his land. In desperation, he hires Balaam, a renowned seer, to curse the Hebrews. However, it all changes?

Dead-Sea-Scrolls ...                   The Dead Sea Scrolls, originated from scrolls discovered in the ‘Qumran Caves’ and the Scrolls found are a set of ancient Hebrew manuscripts. They were discovered over a period of ten years, between 1946 and 1956, at the Qumran Caves near Ein Feshkha in the West Bank, on the northern shore of the Dead Sea. As after many years of testing at the University of Groningen in the Netherlands, it was discovered that some of the scrolls are in fact much older than originally had been anticipated, and we now know that they came as far back as from the Second Temple period.

Hear-and-Obey ...                      With this study we will first look at - Vayikra - Leviticus 22:31-33, that links words like ‘commandments’, ‘prohibition’, and ‘motive’ in three compact clauses, and so much more!

Consequents-of-Sin ...               This study is all about “Consequences of Sin - It Will Ruin Your Life” is a sober but essential topic for today. Our Torah /Tannakh repeatedly warns us that wrongdoing fractures ‘relationships’, damages ‘character’, and brings ‘social and spiritual fallout’. At the same time the tradition offers a path of repair thanks to genuine “Teshuvah”, thus this study, I pray will, balance moral seriousness with hope for restoration.

The-Story-of-Yabez ...                In this more unusual study, we will be looking at a little known part of the Tanakh located at Divrei HaYamim 1 - 1 Chronicles 4:9-10. Here is the story of a child who was born.

Jacob’s Vision ...                        What we are about to read is indeed one of the great visions that is found the Torah. We are told that Ya’aqov - Jacob, was all alone at night, having fled from the wrath of Esav – Esau.

Jacob-at-Bethel ...                      “And he dreamed, and behold a ladder set up on the earth, and the top of it reached to heaven; and behold the angels of אֱלֹהִים - ascending and descending on it”. Bereshit - Genesis 28:12. (JPS.

Jochebed ...                               There is no doubt, that Jochebed was one of the most outstanding mothers of the Torah. Of course she was the mother of her baby who would become Moshe - Moses!

Tzedakah ...                               Tzedakah - צְדָקָה should see the humanity in each and every one of us, and exalt uplift, honour, support, defend, and yes even fight for the person in need. Of course, even if we can give only a little, yet any kind of gift that is given with love, is good!

The-Torah-of-Elohim ...              In reply to a question posed, this work is all about the five Books of the Torah!

Four-Tanakh-Revelations ...       Our beloved Tanakh unfolds four decisive covenantal revelations that has shaped Israel’s history and hope, these being the; ‘Noahic’, ‘Abrahamic’, ‘Mosaic’ and the ‘Davidic’ covenants.

I-Believe …                                 As soon as you will enter online you will read in this special study; “Can we Say in Faith “I Believe”. You see, my dear ones the truth is that: Faith is life lived in the Light of His Love!

Life-of-Obedience ...                  The concept of a “life of trust” in אֱלֹהִים - Elohim, blessed be He, is demonstrated through obedience of His commands, which is central to our beloved Torah/Tanakh.

Jerusalem-study ...                    The Chosen Place of Yerushalayim - Jerusalem is believed to be the place where Elohim (אֵל - “El”) chose to establish His presence and make His Name known.

Mitzvoth-Forever ...                    As our long history proves that we view the Torah as a complete and perfect revelation from אֱלֹהִים intended for all generations!

El-Shaddai ...                             This happens to be a wonderful study about who is our - אֲנִי-אֵל שַׁדַּי - “Ani El Shaddai”, “I am אֱלֹהִים - Elohim Almighty”. There is so much more to learn than we can even imagine.

Regarding-Eliyahu ...              Let us look at the question regarding Eliyahu - Elijah, for are we are told that he was taken and caught up to heaven! But was he?

Our Sacred Scriptures ...            In this work we look closely at our Tanakh and how it is made up.

A-Tough-Reminder ...                 This covers how we really should look after our beloved faith, but it also reveals how we should live!

Teshuvah Study ...                     This is a very special study as it looks at the word of Elohim that has so much more to offer then we may have ever fully realized.

Teshuvah-Part-Two ...                Here is part Two of the Teshuvah Study series and it is packed with information.

Teshuvah-Special ...                   Teshuvah’ (repentance) in Hebraism, particularly as articulated by Rabbi Maimonides, is a rigorous ‘Five Step’ process focused on repairing harm rather than just feeling guilt. It requires ‘owning the harm’, ‘ceasing the action’, ‘restitution’, ‘apology’, and ‘behavioural change’, ‘prioritizing the victim’s needs over the offender’s.

Kadosh - Holy ...                        A powerful study what Kadosh in Devarim - Deuteronomy 7:6, really stands for and what it means living our lives as Jews?

Rosh-Chodesh ...                        Rosh Chodesh Nisan. So what is Rosh Chodesh? Rosh Chodesh is the first day of a new lunar month. Depending on the month and year, Rosh Chodesh can be either one or two days long. The term literally translates as “head of the month,” just as Rosh HaShanah is “head of the year.”

Study on the word Olam ...        Like everything as certain Ivrit - Hebrew words can have several meanings, but usually the word may well be connected with a completely different word. This is where the beauty comes out!

Michtam-LeDovid ...                   The words מִכְתָּם לְדָוִד ‘Michtam le’Dovid’ is found in Tehillim - Psalms 16, 56, 57, 58, 59, and 60. The point is this, what can we really make of this very unusual word ‘Michtam’.

Solomon-and-Prophets-agree ...  This is a very special study, which I pray you will obtain a great deal of encouraging our faith in the fullness we really should wish to return to, like it was pre the destruction of our beloved ‘Beit HaMikdash’, the Temple”!

Praise-with-music-and-song ...  Where in the Torah tells us that we cannot have music and song during our time of praising our beloved Elohim? Of course not with powered instruments, indeed, we cannot use them, but all others, as was done in the Torah, etc, is just fine! Read this study and we will prove that music was part of our ancient worship!

Halel-Study ...                            In this study we will explore the word ‘Halel’ (הָלַל) in the original Sinaitic or Paleo-Hebrew pictography of Ancient Hebrew that was the original font written on the Torah. By Shmuel Elisha Ben Avram.

Repair-the-World ...                   This is a very special study of where we learn about giving so much more from us, for there are those who are in need! As a people in faith and we love our blessed Torah, this study will guide us on how to do it.

Israel-Passing-Crisis ...              Throughout many years living our traditional Jewish lives, we may well recall how volatile our position of life has really been. The truth is as Hebrew’s we have been in a state of constant crisis. Will there ever be a day when we can live in a world we all love and live in complete peace, however, I am also speaking of the kind of peace that only אֱלֹהִים - Elohim, blessed be He, can bring into our lives.

Are-Tattoos-Sinful? ...                From what I have heard, somehow there are some in our community who think it is OK. I suggest that you read this study and make sure if you are right, or very wrong?

Our Beloved Torah! …                 One of the latest by our elderly Rabbi Reuven on the beauty of our beloved Torah!

Read the Torah ...                      Our Hebraic tradition does encourage us to engage in frequent Torah study, and we should do this in a genuine thought-provoking way. Many will not realise this, but the wonderful mitzvah of studying our blessed Torah will give us genuine rewards.

The Tanakh Explained ...            These books are separated in what contains all of them, in the TaNaKh, which is in fact an acronym for the three major sections, being the, ‘Torah’, ‘Nevi’im’, and ‘Ketuvim’. These three sections comprise the whole and all of the Hebrew Scriptures.

Yom-Kippur ...                            “Yom Kippur” is the holiest day of our Hebraic Year, as it is our “Day of Atonement” and one of the Scripturally commanded Feasts of יְהוָה - the LORD. “Yom Kippur” is a solemn feast on focusing on our need for seeking forgiveness and pray for a covering for our sin’s.

A-Sukkot-Question ...                Somehow, the Torah states things in we need to know about the חָג feast, such as “Chag HaSukkot”. And yet certain problems come up scripturally with what we do during this Yom Tov?

Wonders-of-Hebrew ...               Hebrew is one of the oldest languages still spoken to this very today, it carries not just ‘sound’ and ‘syntax’, but ‘spirit’ and ‘story’.

The Tanakh ...                            This is a rather truthful and a powerful study that reveals the differences between the blessed Tanach and all other so-called holy writings by a large assortment of rabbis!

Read the Tanakh ...                    The is so much more in this study, as it also contains links to the very best Sites for the entire Tanakh in Ivrit (Hebrew) and English.

Are the 10 Tribes Lost? ...          This is one of my longer studies, but it covers a great deal about our ancient relatives. Countless Christians believe that 10 tribes of the Hebrews were completly lost, etc. I prove 100% otherwise.

Hebrews-Israelites-or-Jews ...   This is an Two Page exhaustive study, it will tell us by using countless verses from our beloved Tanakh, proving who we really are! Study Two will be online soon.

Code of the Jewish Law ...         “Ye shall not add unto the word which I command you, neither shall ye diminish from it, that ye may keep the commandments of יְהוָה - the LORD your Elohim which I command you. Davarim - Deuteronomy 4:2 (JPS). Thus why are there many more laws beside the 613 mitzvoth?

Shamar-Keep ...                       This study is based on an important word in the Scriptures; it is the word “keep.” However in Ivrit - Hebrew “keep” is “shamar” and it contains a valuable lesson for all of us. This word has a fullness that is not fully understood having been translated into English, or any other language for that matter.

Shamar …                                   Who would have thought that the following verse had such powerful teaching? “And  Elohim took the man and put him into the Garden of Eden to tend and keep it”, be assured there is much more to this verse than meets the eye!

Shanah ...                                  This may be a short Study, but it is rather interesting! The Hebrew word שנה - ‘shanah’ meaning, ‘year’, however, it also means ‘change’ and ‘repetition’.

Noach-the-Flood ...                    The Noach story is a dramatic theological and moral centre in Bereshit - Genesis that frames אֱלֹהִים - Elohim’s relationship with humanity through themes of ‘judgment’, ‘mercy’, ‘covenant’, and ‘renewal’.

The Avram-Noach Terach Study ... This is the ‘Avram Study Number One’ and it is a very interesting One that has some Amazing details in it, which was not generally heard or even spoken about, especially at the time I originally wrote this study many years ago in 1983.

Blessing for The Czar …              We all know that much loved Play “Fiddler on the Roof” and the question asked of the rabbi of Anatevka; “Rabbi is there a blessing for the Czar?” of course, there is a blessing” … “May Elohim bless and keep the Czar (short pause - with a fast finish) far away from us!” But there is much more to this study than the Czar or even Tevye singing “If I was a rich man.”

Cain and Abel ...                         Part One: This study covers their actual names, what is not told in the Torah, as it has been deleted, and I will show it, as well as several other amazing discoveries. But part two has much more!

My-Name-Forever ...                   One would think that the Name of our Elohim would be forever? Yet, we should all know that human Hebrews have almost wiped of the earth. Davarim - Deuteronomy 4:2, very clearly states; “Ye shall NOT ADD TO THE WORD which I command you, neither shall ye DIMINISH FROM IT, that ye may keep the commandments of the LORD your Elohim, which I command you”. Yet, believe it or not, somehow in Tehillim - Psalm 53, they did the unbelievable alterations! You really need to know what rabbis of the past have actually done; it is all in this study!

Tsephanyah Chapter 3 …              Here is a new and a powerful study of chapter three of Tsephanyah - Zephaniah which contains so much and will be fulfilling. You will find that I may cover things that we are generally not told, and we need to know the facts re our wonderful faith! The point is simply this, the more Torah, the more Life!

Loving Prayers ...                       It is time that we return pray with a loving heart, and not at the great speed we tend to be used to at Shul. Also our time of prayers’ slow it down and praise Him with a loving heart! this will change your life!

Keep the Commandments …       Law is a tremendous blessing and we should understand of course that living within or as close as possible to our beloved Torah Mitzvot is a key to well-being and a life of happiness.

Shadow-of-Your-Wings ...          In our blessed liturgy, Tehillim - Psalm 57 is one of the “cave psalms” (alongside Tehillim 54, 56, 142), which are traditionally recited for protection. There is so much to take in!

The Oasis of Elim …                    Let us look at a wonderful gem that is found in this verse and the event it speaks about, for it certainly can have a huge effect on your life! … “And they came to Elim, where were twelve springs of water, and three score and ten palm-trees; and they encamped there by the waters” Shemot - Exodus 15: 27 (JPS version of the Torah). It may seem very simple, but our Elohim had something very special here and there is so much for us to learn and gain!

A Gem found in Amos …             There are wonderful gems to be found in a single verse in Amnos - Amos chapter 4, verse 13, which I am sure you will also will find simply amazing!

Amos-9 ...                                  Amnos - Amos Chapter 9 presents a powerful closing oracle from the prophet Amos. It moves from a vivid vision of יְהוָה - the LORD at the altar and a declaration of unavoidable judgment, through images that show there is nowhere to hide from divine justice, to a surprising turn toward restoration and hope for the remnant of Israel.

We-are-Not-Alone ...                  This is a very special study, for it is all about teaching us that there is light even when we think that we are living in a time of darkness, and that certain things in our lives is not going very  well, it can even be going horribly wrong. Please take my word for it, our beloved Elohim, our ever loving Creator is and will always be with you, just make sure that you allow Him to be part of your life, thus make sure that you keep your door open.

Love Thy Neighbour …                We know this verse well from Vayikra - Leviticus 19:18, but there is so much more to this study then what we learn from this verse, for it takes us back to a Shul in Poland a long time ago and a wonderful elderly Rabbi who said something most remarkable. You really should read what he said!

Maimonides ...                           Rabbi “Moses ben Maimon” who was also known as “Maimonides”, or by the acronym of “Rambam”, who was a hugely influential medieval Sephardic rabbi, as well as being a physician, and philosopher who became one of the most prolific and influential Torah scholars of the Middle Ages. He is revered in Jewish, Islamic, and Arab intellectual history.

He Who Heals …          A short, but a very interesting study based on Shemot – Exodus 15;26.

Studies & Articles:

The Mitzvot Study …                    This study covers that there are not just the “Aseret Hadibrot” – the “10 Commandments” but the truth is there are  the 613 Mitzvot,  which were all given by Elohim, blessed be He, and not those manmade ones after the destruction of the “Second Temple.“ These two pages contain a great deal of information, and of course a good number of the 613 Mitzvot are currently not applicable for the most obvious of reasons, and this is all explained in these two studies!

Celebrate-Purim ...                     There’s something very strange and special about Purim. It is notably a festival of joy, “Y’mei mishtei v’simcha” - יְמֵי מִשְׁתֶּה וְשִׂמְחָה (being a Hebrew phrase that translates as ... “days of feasting and gladness”).

613 Mitzvoth …                            Before listing the 613 Mitzvah’s, you will have read my comments regarding our beloved Torah Mitzvot, but I also must cover the rabbinic, or those man made Laws. Then you will find everyone of the 613 Mitzvah’s clearly listed.

Why Learn Torah …                      In Judaism at the very heart is the wonderful mitzvah of being able to study our beloved Torah, for obviously it is more than just the Law, for it contains so much detail of our very beginning, when Elohim, blessed be He, gave the land to Avram and there is so much more!

Reward for Torah Study  …           The Torah is the touchstone of our people and we are often called “the people of the Book.” There is no doubt that Torah study sweetens our lives. To emphasize this sweetness and in children especially, it was found that in Eastern Europe children used to begin their study of Hebrew with letters that had been written in honey. Keeping and studying Torah will reward us richly!

Waters of Meribah …                    The question is; “Was Moshe really punished for striking the rock twice to get water out of it?” This is a most revealing Study, as most do not understand the full story and the closer details of what really happened here at the place that was renamed “Meribah” (Strife).

Eliyahu - Elijah …                         This is a four page study featuring one of the most powerful stories found in the Tanakh, of how the prophet Eliyahu - Elijah was used so powerfully by Elohim, blessed be He, to punish the evil king Ahab, by removing all rain and dew, and placing the country in great hunger and thirst. But there is so much more in the powerful story, for something occurs in Study Two, which in all of the Torah and Tanakh had never happened before, a powerful miracle occurs in Zarephath, Zidon (Sidonia) where he was sent after his stay at the Brook of Cherith, where he was fed by ravens. This is a study, I pray, that will move and bless you!

Esther ...                                     In Megillat Hadassah - Esther it may not have contained the Sanctified Name of Elohim, but it contains a story of great faith, and we know this as Hadassah - Esther and Mordecai and the faithful of Israel “fasted and prayed for three days” chapter 4, verse 16 (JPS version of the Tanakh). And what was Haman’s “ten thousand talents of silver” all about? This is something that may shock you, for it contained a prediction to more recent times!

The-Commandments ...

Keep-the-Commandments ...      Elohim’s way of life is the way of ‘joy’, ‘love’, ‘peace’ and ‘happiness’! The spiritual truth we possess can make us wiser than the most intelligent people in this world, richer than the wealthiest, happier than the most materially prosperous.

Miryam’s Song …                         We know that Moshe and the men sang the song first, and then Miryam and the ladies followed and their song became something so much more. Let us look into this interesting event and what really occurred?

Changing His Word ...                 As most of us will know that all of our current texts translations were created by a committee of Jewish scholars who based their work on the Masoretic Hebrew text. Thus we should ask did they stick closely to the original verses and script as used to be, or were there alterations made.

Birkat Kohanim ...                        This covers The Priestly Blessing and a vital part which is generally missed when it is used. When it is used and said correctly the blessings will be far greater than you will have ever experienced it before. At the end of Birkat Kohanim, in Be’midbar - Numbers chapter 6; in verse 27 Elohim clearly tells us that the blessings would be based on a certain factor, which has been missing for thousands of years!

HaShem-The Name …                   Is the word “Elohim” a name? No it is not, for it is a word, and it is the “Attribute” of who our beloved heavenly Father is! Also covered is the four letter *“Memorial Name - יְהוָה- (Y-H-V-H) the Tetragrammaton.

.                                                 *“This is My Name forever, and this is My memorial to all generations.” Shemot - Exodus 3:15.

Obadiah …                                  Obadiah - Ovadyah may have written a small book as it contains just a single chapter and there are just 21 verses (in the Hebrew - English version of the JPS). However, I can tell you that it is a big book as it contains a great deal and it also has an amazing prophecy. The entire book is directly related to two brothers who were born way back in Ovadyah’s history. 

Nephesh …                                  This is all about your Nephesh, or your Soul and this interesting study asks the questions do you have one, and “Does the Soul Control the Body, or the Body the Soul?” But there is much more to this study than you may think!

Special Studies:

Let-My-People-Go …                    Here is the grand story from Sefer Shemot - Exodus as Moshe and Acharon face the opposing Pharaoh, Elohim has sent them to proclaim “Let My People Go”, and we all know what happens. However this study contains so much more than just what happened, it goes through every single pagan Egyptian god that was completely humiliated. Something that is sadly not taught a great deal. There is a powerful message to be taken from it!

The Letter Hei & the 2-Temples … This is a study that will provide a powerful revelation, why the Second Temple was never as powerful as the one built by King Shlomo - Solomon. In the Second temple description missing was the Ivrit - Hebrew letter “Hei” –   from the word “glorified” which is “kabad” in Ivrit. Also there is a surprising revelation regarding the “Herodian Temple”.

Knowledge-from-Elohim ...        This is a big study and it may take some time to get through, but it contains a great deal of worthwhile learning, it is all about getting closer to our loving Heavenly Father and how we live our lives!

Knowledge and Wisdom               A powerful study which will have us see a much deeper and a more personal relationship with a Prophet’s and Elohim’s words, which will reveal Elohim’s character to you, and at the same time it will expose your character to Him, and your true character to yourself. All it needs is acting upon those three powerful words “KNOW, BELIEVE and to UNDERSTAND”. We should realise that those three words were given to us in a specific order for a special reason, and I will cover that understanding further in this study and there is much more, and believe me it is very powerful!

Life, Love & Wrongs ...               This is not one of my usual studies, far from it, but sadly it is one that needs to be covered: I will cover a life of love in marriage, as well as a certain other subject.

That Tragic Calf …                        What can we learn from a calf at a certain mountain in the wilderness, well a great deal I would think, this will cover some interesting facts!

Chanukah-the-True-Story ...      Here is the absolute truth about the Hanukkah, (or Chanukah) feast?

Origins-of-Siddur-Prayers ...      Our Siddurs have been added too during the ages, has that meant that our praise and love for Elohim, bless be He, goes unto Him with a heart of love a full understanding? All I know that in most Synagogue’s, the service is raced trough so fast, there is little to no love in those prayers whatsoever! Why is that? This study will tell you, because Prayer after Prayer’s as they have been added to so many times. Let alone all those repetitions! Sadly the Siddur is only up to 25% is scriptural, whilst some 75% have been added by rabbis, as well as the Zohar inspired occultic “Kabbalah!”.

Parashah & Haftarah’s:

Bereshit - Genesis.

Parashat Bereshit …                     A short, but a delightful look at this Parashat with a question, why did Elohim say “And on the seventh day Elohim finished His work which He had made.” Should it not have said that He completed His work on the sixth day? Well, I will cover just that!

Parashat Bereshit - 1 …                This Parasha covers in brief chapters 1, 2, 3,even to 8. The creation of heaven and earth, Adam, Chavah (Eve) and then the serpent tempts them; they sin and are banished from the Garden. From then on, the human drama unfolds as sad tragedy. Cain murders his brother. By the end of the parsha, Elohim sees “how great man’s wickedness on the earth had become”. Elohim created order, but man created chaos! And we have to learn a lesson from all that!

Parashat Noach …                        Noach was Elohim’s righteous man on the earth and he was commanded to build the “Tevah” – the “Ark” to hold all the clean and unclean animals, as well as his family. It is without a doubt an interesting story, for it took him 120 years to build and we learn a few more things that are quite amazing!

Parashat Lech-Lecha …                In this powerful study we find that Avram finally departs after Elohim, blessed be He commands him “Get thee out of thy country, and from thy kindred, and from thy father’s house, unto the land that I will show thee” Bereshit - Genesis 12:1 (JPS version of the Torah). And we will follow his journey to Shechem where Elohim, appears and speaks to him and Avram builds an altar unto Him there. But there is much more!

Parashat Lech Lech-2 ...            After Avram rescues his nephew Lot and the people of Sodom from their captivity, he meets a remarkable man. That person was “Melchizedek” an amzing man in more way than one. Powerful reading!

Parashat Vayera …                       In the previous Parashat “Lech Lecha” we read about Avram at the age of ninety that he had his name changed with the addition of the letter “He” becoming Avraham, as he would be “the father of many”. (Bereshit 17:4-5), and then he was circumcised. (Bereshit 17:24-27). Then in “Vayera” he is visited by three “Malachim - Angels” and his hospitality is something to behold, and we can learn so much from how he spends his time with them!

Parashat Chayei Sarah …              A fulfilling Study that makes sense of a difficult situation and I pray that it will also bring some healing in our thoughts. We should not forget that it was Islam who protected us from being killed back when we were in Spain in the Middle Adges. Between Judaism and there can be friendship and mutual respect, although that does not make excuses for what is happening these days with so much evil that is occurring within Islam in so many nations!

Parashat Toldos …                       This study looks at Yitzchak - Isaac and we learn that he is very different to his Abba, Avraham, yet in many ways we can see something of Yitzchak in each and every one of us!

Parashat Vayeishev …                  A very special study that looks at something that is generally never even thought about, and we bring that into our lives today, for the message is really very clear, our wonderful Elohim, blessed be He, is really in charge of everything! And He cares what we do today!

Parashat Vayigash …                    This powerful Torah portion contains the dramatic reunion of Yoseyf - Joseph and his brothers, a story of forgiveness and love!

Parashat Beshalach …                  This is a powerful study, for it says a great deal about a situation after a number of great miracles, but all too soon B’Nei Yisrael were grumbling about their lot, and there are times that could sound a little familiar these days. Yes the world is a mess, but He is always with us and we will never be alone, we can count on our Elohim, blessed be He. We have so much to thank Him for, and this study will be very helpful.

Parashat-Yitro …                         The Torah reminds us that all the earth is Elohim’s, but asserts that our community has a special role. For we are told that we are to be “mamlechet kohanim v’goy kadosh - a kingdom of priests and a holy nation”. What does this really mean?

Parashat Yitro Song ...                 This Shabbat was last enjoyed on Shabbas January 22, 1922 was called “Shabbat Shirah”, the “Shabbat of Song” -The Torah reading includes the “Song of Moshe” –“Az Yashir”, and the “Song of Miriam” “Shiru L’Elohim”, followed by the Haftarah (readings from the Prophets).

Parashat Terumah …                    The very word “Terumah” is so powerful and this is well covered, but in this Parsha we also find this; “And let them make Me a Sanctuary” but for who is it? We will look at this aspect as well. A very interesting and a touching parashat!

Parashat Pekudei …                     An amazing story of a most faithful servant who constructed the Mishkan - Tabernacle as Elohim, blessed be He had called on Moshe and have Bezalel build the Mishkan – Tabernacle, the Ark and all the vessels, etc. Contained herein is a wonderful story of a very special man who knew how to behave to his leader and master, even when Moshe made an error at one stage. Just a very wonderful lesson to all of us to learn!

Vayikra - Leviticus.

Parashat Shemini ...                 A powerful study full of details and questions, such as; was  the “Mishkan” the temporary “Mikdash” - Tabernacle, or is it the permanent “Mishkan”? As well looking at various the Mitzvot and so much more.

Parashat Kedoshim …                   I have entitled this study with this Parashat “Love Your Neighbour” and I am sure you will know the rest of the verse. I am sure there is much to gain from this  wonderful Parsha!

Parashat Kedoshim (2)  …            This Parsha is based on the words; And יְהוָה – the LORD spoke unto Moshe, saying: Speak unto all the congregation of the children of Israel, and say unto them: Ye shall be holy; for I יְהוָה – the LORD your Elohim am holy” Vayikra – Leviticus 19:1-2. But there is so much more to this study.

Parashat Emor …                          Although this study came after the Haftarah study, but it looks at a completely different aspect of the priesthood, and how it can apply to us today in how we should behave in the world, for as Elohim said “Ye shall be unto Me a kingdom of priests” Shemot - Exodus 19:6 (JPS).

Parashat Emor (2) …                    The second Emor study and it is very different indeed. Enjoy it!

Parashat Behar …                        This is where I deviate to this interesting and its powerful Haphtarah and we will see what a Jew of great faith does when in a time of real strife, does he give up or does he do the impossible?

Parashat Behar-Bechukotai ...   Parashat Behar is combined with Bechukotai in common years to maintain the 54-week cycle of Torah readings, as the Hebrew calendar has 50 weeks in a common year and 54-55 in a leap year with Behar being combined with “Bechukotai” you will find there are severe warnings, but it also provides us the promise that Elohim, blessed be He, will never reject us as His people Yisrael! Both of these ideas provide us with hope for the long-term future of our faith and all those who will uphold it as was given in the Torah!

Haphtarah Emor …                       A study that looks at the Kohan’s life in the Sanctuary and his daily activities. There is so much in there that we can learn from in regard to our daily lives, even in these modern days!

Parashat Bechukosai …                This parashat very much covers what happens if Israel observes the commandments and follow the laws, and what if they do not when we have arrived in the Promised Land!

Parashat Nasso …                        This parasha in general cover’s Bemidbar - Numbers 6:24-26, and although it is a relatively short study, but I have added it for it important as it has a powerful message!

Parashat Behaalotecha …             The Torah Reading (Shabbat June 25, 2021) is “Beha’alotecha” -Bamidbar - Numbers 8:1-4. Also contains “Shabbat Manna”.

Parashat Be'midbar ...                As we commence to look Parsahat “Be’midbar - Numbers”, we will find that there is a great deal going on in this Torah portion. We will be looking at what “Beha’alotcha”, (Numbers 8:1 -12:16) ranging from the lighting of the seven branched Menorah, the consecration of the priests, the description of the necessary elements of the Passover sacrifice, the journey through the wilderness with details about the marching order, and the way the Divine’s presence was made manifest.

Parashat Shelach …                       This study is subtitled “Overcoming Obstacles” - and it is of course the story of Yahushua - Joshua and Kalev - Caleb and ten other leaders of tribes heading into the Promised Land to see if it is as good as was promised, etc, but it was that they came back with that it was indeed good, but the 10 men caused chaos with their details regarding what they saw!

Parashat Korach …                       This is such a powerful study when a hard and difficult situation occurred. For us today, there is a powerful lesson to be learned and I pray we get it?

Parashat Chukas …                      Having been in a number of battles and won them all, but suddenly we find in a short statement found in Be’midbar – Numbers chapter 21, we find the following; “And they turned and went up by the way of Bashan; and Og the king of Bashan went out against them, he and all his people, to battle at Edrei. And   said unto Moshe: ‘Fear him not’” verses 33-34 (JPS). Somehow, Elohim, blessed be He, knew Moshe’s heart at that moment and thus that statement. We all need to remember that we should take note of this, for He is always with us!

Parashat Mattos …                       This Parashat should touch us all, for it will teach us that words are very important! What we say may and can well change lives!

Parashat Mattos - No 2 …                    This Parsha is all about Moshe Rabbeinu and covers his time in the wilderness and details regarding his passing and how it may have been delayed.

Parashat Pinchas - No 1 …            Two studies covering the action of Phinchas a priest who was a zealot, who killed an Israelite man and Midianite woman who he caught in a certain unsavoury situation, etc, and although there were those who thought in one way, yet Elohim blessed Him. But there is so much more to be learned from Be’midbar - Numbers 25-10 to 30:1.

Parashat Pinchas - No 2 …            Another look at the same study but in a different way!

Devarim - Deuteronomy.

Parashat Davarim …                     This book recounts the life and journey of a people, their entrance into covenant at Sinai and we will be frequently reminded that the Torah is eternal, reverberating anew for all of us in every generation.

Parashat Davarim - Words …        This Parsha has a title “These are the Words” and we compare these with Moshe’s earlier word at Sinai when Elohim, blessed be He, spoke with him and gave him his great task to go and speak to Pharaoh, etc and Moshe said that “I  am a man not of words”. Now he is the complete opposite. The next word we hear him speaking is to an evil king Sihon and they are “Words of peace”.

Parashat Vaeschanan …               This Parsha covers our most beloved verse The “Shema Yisrael” and associated verses and how it affects our lives for the good. It is a wonderful Parsha!

Parashat-Ki-Tavo-Study ...         After a lengthy litany of frightening curses, the Torah states a reason for these punishments as per the reading above, is due to a lack of joy on our part in serving יְהוָה - the LORD.

Parashat-Ki-Tavo-2 ...                Although I have written extensively on this Parashat in the past, however this version will take a very different look at it, as you will discover very soon!

Haphtarah Eikev …                       The Torah Reading this Shabbat (July 7, 2021) is; “Eikev” - Davarim - Deuteronomy 7:12 to 11:25. The Haphtarah reading is; Yeshayahu - Isaiah 49:14 to 51:3. Read a short study with relevant comments.

Parashat Ki Teitzei …                   Here is the full reading from the Torah and the Haphtarah reading  for Shabbat August 20, 2021 - Elul 12, 5781.

Parashat Ki Tavo …                      Here is the full reading from the Torah and the Haphtarah reading for Shabbat August 27, 2021 - Elul 19, 5781.

Parashat Vayelech …                    This Parashat is between ‘Rosh Hashanah’ and ‘Yom Kippur’ and it is one of a few Sabbath’s each year that has a special name. This will be ‘Shabbat Shuvah’, the ‘Shabbat of Return’. The Parsha is a powerful one dealing with Moshe’s final day’s and his working with the people and Yahushua - Joshua’s role as the new leader, etc.

Parashat Ha’azinu …                    Parashat Ha'azinu covers Devarim - Deuteronomy chapter 32 and I gave it the subject of “Be Strong and of Good Courage”.

7. Powerful Studies:

Faith verses Rage …                    This is a true story that comes from the City of Lublin that was well known for being a city of great Jewish learning. It is from this city we will discover a powerful and one of the most heroic stories of great personal faith of those loved ones! Although, it is a very sad and a tragic event, but it contains a truth that will show us that there were these wonderful and blessed Yidden who were of great faith and proclaimed their faith out loud! I feel this story could really change your life, for I know, I would want to be just like them!

An evil book by Martin Luther …   This is about a book that was written back in 1543 CE by Martin Luther, and it was exceptionally evil, and turned out to be extremely painful to the Jewish community at the time. Then, more than 370 years later the book was taken up by another evil person who put Luther’s ideas into practice once again, but this time much worse than before. I have added this as we should know who wrote it and what it contained. Page Two contains the entire book but of most importance are Parts 10 to 12!

Who is our Creator …                   This may be a strange question, but what you will discover is quite remarkable, Our beloved Heavenly Father is so much greater that we sometimes are aware off, for He is Great, and He is Echad!

The Shema's Second Line ...         I received a notice from what was a young Jewish man in Germany where I had lectured and served for several days back in the 1980’s. It contained a question, and I provided a reply.

Crooked Eyesight …                        (Updated) This feature based on a Parable that speaks of a man that had “Crooked Eyesight”! The question is of course, “How is your eyesight”? The study does cover a great deal of facts regarding some rather sad things occurring in the world today that seems to be in turmoil, but sadly within certain parts of our Jewish world there seems to be some Crooked Eyesight. This is a must read study.

Chabad who Really are they? ...  This study simply tells the facts of the “Chabad Lubavicher Movement”.

The Sopherim ...                         This is a very powerful study, HOWEVER PLEASE Note this is the ONLY STUDY THAT CONTAINS THE SACRED AND SANCTIFIED NAME shown CORRECTLY spelled! It also shows that Elohim cursed the Sopherim, Priests and Rabbis who completely altered the blessed Torah and Tanakh by changing His Name and even using a Pagan Name, and that is fully backed up in our very own Tanakh!

A-page-of-warning ...                 This study will lead you to several other studies which are rather sad, if not horrific! But if we will not realise the facts, then we are in deep trouble!

Shoftim ...                                  In ‘Parashat Shoftim’ based on Davarim - Deuteronomy chapter 18 vv 9 to 14, sadly reveals practices such as ‘divination’, ‘sorcery’, ‘witchcraft’, and ‘necromancy’ and it calls them ‘abominations’.

Ushpizin & Other Customs ...      This is not the kind of study I desired to write, but it is one that I had to! Sadly certain customs were introduced by these highly occultic and ‘mystical Kabbalists’, which in reality commenced in half of the first century, but gained super strength in the 16th century and crashed into our beautiful faith that was far from pure. In fact I am sorry to say this practice they introduced into our Yom Tov is an completely “pagan” ritual, as well as being considered as being “necromancy”. I regret that you must read this study but just check the Torah and you will find what it states about these over 2,000 years ago how these Talmudic rabbinic devils introduced these hiddious evils!

Zohar-vs-Torah ...                      This important study was written by the wonderful Rabbi Moshe Ben Chaim of MESORA.org. It will reveal a great deal, for it is time that we understand our true faith and not those things that were so carelessly added by certain rabbis in the old days.

The Kabbala-Part-One …            The Kabbala, is more about the occult that our beloved Torah and Tanakh. For it is the which brought about so much wrong doing, just look at the evil and the wicked teachings of the Chabad-Lubavitcher’s, who are necromancer’s and continue to claim that their dead so-called rabbi is the god Moshiach, if that goes on now, what do you think went on many years ago?

The Kabbala-Part-Two …            A continuation of Part One, thus this being Part Two: In this chapter the evil occult really takes pride, and there are a number of mad rabbis who believe they are not only the Moshiach, but that they are “Godhead”. The Kabbala is even part of the Talmud!

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