Tisha B’Av is the saddest day in the Jewish calendar, commemorating the destruction of the Temple. What caused the downfall of Jerusalem? What caused all the internal friction that led to its demise? And is there a lesson we can perhaps take away for use in our own lives, because we are destined to repeat those […] The post Devarim/Tisha B’Av – Internal Hatred – Episode 37 appeared first on Torah Discoveries.

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Devarim/Tisha B’Av – Internal Hatred – Episode 37

This week we examine the southern border of Eretz Yisrael. Is Eilat part of halachic Eretz Yisrael? What about the Sinai Peninsula? Do the refuge cities (arei miklat) play a role in the discussion? Find out now! Show Notes and Links Please take the survey to help me help you! If the link doesn’t work, […] The post Matos Masei – South of the Border : Eilat – Episode 36 appeared first on Torah Discoveries.

Matos Masei – South of the Border : Eilat – Episode 36

This week we take a look at Semicha (ordination). How it began, what it was needed for, and when did it end. An exciting journey through history! Listen now! Show Notes and Links Click here for an article in Hebrew with the letters from the Geonim. Please take the survey to help me help you! […] The post Pinchas – Ending Ordination – Episode 35 appeared first on Torah Discoveries.

Pinchas – Ending Ordination – Episode 35

This week we take a look at who was Bilaam, where did he come from, and how does he do his stuff. Is he a prophet or a scumbag? Listen to find out! Show Notes and Links Click here for the full text of the inscription at Deir Alla. Please take the survey to help […] The post Balak – Bilaam’s Dark Past – Epsiode 34 appeared first on Torah Discoveries.

Balak – Bilaam’s Dark Past – Epsiode 34

This week we take a look at the halachic debate about Kohanim visiting graves of various righteous people, including Kever Rachel, Mearas Hamachpela, and MIron. Listen for more info! Show Notes and Links Please take the survey to help me help you! If the link doesn’t work, you can access it at torahdiscoveries.com/survey. Check out […] The post Chukas – Righteous Impurity – Episode 33 appeared first on Torah Discoveries.

Chukas – Righteous Impurity – Episode 33

This week we examine the itinerary the spies took on their journey of Eretz Yisrael. From where did they go, where did they stop, and where exactly were the group of those who rebelled going? Check it out! Show Notes and Links Please take the survey to help me help you! If the link doesn’t […] The post Shelach – Travelling Israel in 40 Days – Episode 32 appeared first on Torah Discoveries.

Shelach – Travelling Israel in 40 Days – Episode 32

This week we examine the episode of the slav (quail). What happened, how was this different than the other episodes of demanding food, and the kosher status of quail. Check it out. Show Notes and Links Please take the survey to help me help you! If the link doesn’t work, you can access it at […] The post Behaaloscha – Quarrels and Quail – Episode 31 appeared first on Torah Discoveries.

Behaaloscha – Quarrels and Quail – Episode 31

This week we take a look at the custom of Akdamus. Lots of clasehs between cultures have taken place over this poem. We trace the history and origins of this holy hymn. Listen now! Show Notes and Links Please take the survey to help me help you! If the link doesn’t work, you can access […] The post Shavuos – Clash of Cultures – Episode 30 appeared first on Torah Discoveries.

Shavuos – Clash of Cultures – Episode 30

This week we trace the historical development of Shemittah observance throughout the ages, including the still hotly debated Heter Mechirah. A must listen! Show Notes and Links Please take the survey to help me help you! If the link doesn’t work, you can access it at torahdiscoveries.com/survey. Check out my website at torahdiscoveries.com. Please rate, review, […] The post Behar-Bechukosai – Selling Shemittah – Episode 29 appeared first on Torah Discoveries.

Behar-Bechukosai – Selling Shemittah – Episode 29

This week we delve into the Lag Baomer celebration at Meron. Is it really Rashbi’s yahrtzeit or is there some other reason? Find out more! Show Notes and Links For more info about Lag Baomer and Rashbi’s yahrtzeit, look at this article from Seforim blog. Please take the survey to help me help you! If […] The post Emor/Lag Baomer – Rashbi’s Yahrtzeit – Episode 28 appeared first on Torah Discoveries.

Emor/Lag Baomer – Rashbi’s Yahrtzeit – Episode 28

This week we analyze the fire worship of Moloch, its’ purpose, and the methods used in this barbaric practice. Why did the people feel an attraction to this repulsive act? Listen for more info! Show Notes and Links Please take the survey to help me help you! If the link doesn’t work, you can access […] The post Acharei Mos Kedoshim – Fiery Sacrifice – Episode 27 appeared first on Torah Discoveries.

Acharei Mos Kedoshim – Fiery Sacrifice – Episode 27

This week we discuss the nature of tzaraas. Is it physical or spiritual? What about other people mentioned in the parsha such as the zav? Find out now! Show Notes and Links Please take the survey to help me help you! If the link doesn’t work, you can access it at torahdiscoveries.com/survey. Check out my […] The post Tazria Metzorah – The Leper’s Spots – Episode 26 appeared first on Torah Discoveries.

Tazria Metzorah – The Leper’s Spots – Episode 26

This week we discuss the Seder, how it was formed, and what its’ purpose is. Learn more about the ritual we do every year! Show Notes and Links Please take the survey to help me help you! If the link doesn’t work, you can access it at torahdiscoveries.com/survey. Check out my website at torahdiscoveries.com. Please rate, […] The post Pesach – The Seder Symposium – Episode 25 appeared first on Torah Discoveries.

Pesach – The Seder Symposium – Episode 25

This week we discuss the prohibition against eating blood, the reasons why the Jews would want to eat it, and the place that blood has found in cuisine in many cultures. Check it out! Show Notes and Links Please take the survey to help me help you! If the link doesn’t work, you can access […] The post Tzav – Blood Cuisine – Episode 24 appeared first on Torah Discoveries.

Tzav – Blood Cuisine – Episode 24

This week we discuss the controversy regarding bringing korbanos today and its’ historical precedents. Did people actually bring korbanos after the destruction of the Temple or not? Listen to find out! Show Notes and Links Please take the survey to help me help you! If the link doesn’t work, you can access it at torahdiscoveries.com/survey. […] The post Vayikra – Sacrificing Temple-less – Episode 23 appeared first on Torah Discoveries.

Vayikra – Sacrificing Temple-less – Episode 23

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