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Elohim vs The Elders?
One of the most commonly cited passages from those who oppose Oral Torah, Jewish tradition, and the notion of Yeshua as a Pharisee is found in Matthew 15. Specifically, the first handful of verses where a dispute between Yeshua and some Pharisees ensues in which these Pharisees accuse Yeshua's disciples of violating the traditions of the Elders : “Then Pharisees and scribes came to Jesus from Jerusalem, saying, “Why do your disciples disobey the tradition of the elders? For t
Life After Death: Lazarus, The Rich Man, and Abraham's Bosom
Joshua Perez, William Turner The story of Lazarus, the rich man, and Abraham's bosom is a text frequently cited by Christians who believe we are judged immediately after death (either going to heaven or the lake of fire), or that the dead are in a state of consciousness. The story is recorded in Luke chapter 16, where we read an interesting narrative about two men who lived very different lives. Lazarus lived a life of poverty and suffering, while the rich man lived a lavish
Three False Teachings of Yeshua?
As I have engaged in Rabbinic studies, the book Jewish Literacy by Rabbi Joseph Telushkin has been an incredible source of information on Jewish thought. The book begins at Creation and hits key points not just of the Tanakh, but even of New Testament era and on up to modern history. It is in entry 71 that Rabbi Telushkin focuses on Yeshua. The entry is titled “Jesus, The Crucifixion, Pontius Pilate, The New Testament.” In this entry, we are given the following as a statemen
What is the Holy Spirit?
Introduction Everyone who has grown up in any sort of church setting has heard of the Holy Spirit. It’s one of the most recurring and...
G-d vs Moses(Matt 19 and Divorce)
Divorce is never an easy topic to discuss. It’s a terrible thing that breaks families and relationships. Relationships are already complex enough and breaking a family apart is even more complex. Today the subject of divorce is a matter of debate at every level of society. From the secular regime to the realm of Christian philosophy and even within the Torah observant movement. Justifiable reason for divorce, the effect divorce yields on one's ability to remarry within Torah
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Is Jesus, Metatron?
I ntroduction The nature of Metatron (Memtet) and the Mashiach has been a subject of theological debate within Jewish thought for...
Jesus & Atonement
Written by: Noam Ben Ami In both Jewish and Christian theology, atonement is the foundation of spiritual reconciliation between humanity...
Jesus, a Failed Messiah?
You may have heard it said, “Jesus fulfilled all the prophecies in the Old Testament which proves he is the Messiah”. I know I have. Many...
The Two Messiahs
One of the biggest objections that comes from Judaism to those who believe Yeshua (Jesus) was “Messiah”, is the fact that there are many...
The Orthodox Messianic Union (OMU)
Founded in 2023, the Orthodox Messianic Union (OMU) stands as the largest organization representing the Rabbinic and Orthodox Messianic...
Jesus, the Pharisee
Elohim vs The Elders?
One of the most commonly cited passages from those who oppose Oral Torah, Jewish tradition, and the notion of Yeshua as a Pharisee is found in Matthew 15. Specifically, the first handful of verses where a dispute between Yeshua and some Pharisees ensues in which these Pharisees accuse Yeshua's disciples of violating the traditions of the Elders : “Then Pharisees and scribes came to Jesus from Jerusalem, saying, “Why do your disciples disobey the tradition of the elders? For t
G-d vs Moses(Matt 19 and Divorce)
Divorce is never an easy topic to discuss. It’s a terrible thing that breaks families and relationships. Relationships are already complex enough and breaking a family apart is even more complex. Today the subject of divorce is a matter of debate at every level of society. From the secular regime to the realm of Christian philosophy and even within the Torah observant movement. Justifiable reason for divorce, the effect divorce yields on one's ability to remarry within Torah
From Midrash to Manuscript
Briefly summarized, The narrative outlines an encounter Yeshua had with some Pharisees in which they brought him a woman they claimed had been caught in the act of adultery and attempted to trap him by asking what should be done with her after having explained to Yeshua that the law commands she be stoned.
The Sick & The Healthy
A very telling encounter which Yeshua has with Pharisees in the Gospels which often gets either overlooked or ignored is in Matthew 9. It...
Rabbinic Messianic
Rabbinic Messianics remain within the bounds of traditional Judaism. We observe all halachah (Jewish law) and affirm the unity of G-d as...
Deconstructing
Misreading Peter's Vision. (Acts 10)
I'd be willing to bet that almost everybody reading this article has, at one point or another, been told that Acts chapter 10 is one of a...
Jesus & Atonement
Written by: Noam Ben Ami In both Jewish and Christian theology, atonement is the foundation of spiritual reconciliation between humanity...
The Case For Torah
Arguments For Adopting Torah Practice. We spend a lot of time answering common arguments against Torah observance, correcting common...
Rabbinic Messianic
Rabbinic Messianics remain within the bounds of traditional Judaism. We observe all halachah (Jewish law) and affirm the unity of G-d as...
Who Killed Jesus?
One of the largest misunderstandings in all of the New Testament, is how modern readers interpret who is responsible for the death of Jesus. This misunderstanding has even been the basis for many of the pogroms committed against Jews in medieval history, by putting the blame on them. And at first glance, this seems to be the case. Asking The Right Questions. The New Testament writings seem to place the blame of Jesus death squarely on the shoulders of the Jewish authorities o
Kids
Terach's Idol Shop
Avram was a smart kid — and he happened to be the son of Terach, who owned the biggest, most bustling idol shop in town. Imagine it!...
Abraham's Journey
Many years after Noah, there lived a man named Avram in the bustling land of Haran. People there were busy with their lives, but they had...
Noah's Flood
Once, many years after Adam and Eve, the world was full of people, but things were not going well. People had become cruel, violent, and...
The Tower of Babel
After the great flood, Noah’s family grew, and soon the world was full of people again. They all spoke the same language and worked...
Noah's Ark
Many years after Adam and Eve, the world was filled with people, but sadly, most of them had forgotten about Hashem and His ways. People...
Relationships
Infertility & Miscarriages
Navigating the deeply personal and often painful journey of infertility and miscarriages is a profound challenge that touches the core of...
Fighting Jealousy
Jealousy often acts as a mirror, reflecting our deepest insecurities and unfulfilled desires. At its core, jealousy arises from a sense...
Finding Peace Amid Chaos
Finding peace during difficult times is one of life’s greatest challenges. Often, when we face hardship, it feels like we are engulfed by it
Training a Child in His Ways
The Torah offers profound wisdom on how to guide our children through the verse, "Chanoch l’naar al pi darko"—"Train a child according to...
Forgiveness & True Love
Forgiveness is one of the most powerful, yet difficult, aspects of human relationships. Whether between spouses, parents and children, or...
History
Misreading Peter's Vision. (Acts 10)
I'd be willing to bet that almost everybody reading this article has, at one point or another, been told that Acts chapter 10 is one of a...
From Midrash to Manuscript
Briefly summarized, The narrative outlines an encounter Yeshua had with some Pharisees in which they brought him a woman they claimed had been caught in the act of adultery and attempted to trap him by asking what should be done with her after having explained to Yeshua that the law commands she be stoned.
Who Killed Jesus?
One of the largest misunderstandings in all of the New Testament, is how modern readers interpret who is responsible for the death of Jesus. This misunderstanding has even been the basis for many of the pogroms committed against Jews in medieval history, by putting the blame on them. And at first glance, this seems to be the case. Asking The Right Questions. The New Testament writings seem to place the blame of Jesus death squarely on the shoulders of the Jewish authorities o
The Sects Talk: 2nd Temple
The study of the various religious and political sects during the Second Temple period in ancient Judea offers a fascinating glimpse into...
The Reliability of the LXX
Various historical accounts suggest that the translation of the Septuagint, commonly abbreviated as LXX, was undertaken by a differing...
Torah
Life After Death: Enoch
Enoch is one of the most well known individuals named throughout the Bible, yet very little is known about him. It is widely believed and...
Is Jesus, Metatron?
I ntroduction The nature of Metatron (Memtet) and the Mashiach has been a subject of theological debate within Jewish thought for...
Where are you, Adam?
One of the most profound questions G-d asks in the Torah is “Ayyekah?” (אַיֶּכָּה) – "Where are you?" (Genesis 3:9). After Adam and Eve...
Biblical Villains: Cain
Modern tendencies are predisposed to reading scripture in a way that imposes a form of dualism onto every situation. Every narrative...
Let us make man
"Let Us make man in Our image, after Our likeness" (Genesis 1:26) This verse has prompted much discussion. Some say G-d speaks in the...
Eschatology
Life After Death: Lazarus, The Rich Man, and Abraham's Bosom
Joshua Perez, William Turner The story of Lazarus, the rich man, and Abraham's bosom is a text frequently cited by Christians who believe we are judged immediately after death (either going to heaven or the lake of fire), or that the dead are in a state of consciousness. The story is recorded in Luke chapter 16, where we read an interesting narrative about two men who lived very different lives. Lazarus lived a life of poverty and suffering, while the rich man lived a lavish
Life After Death: Enoch
Enoch is one of the most well known individuals named throughout the Bible, yet very little is known about him. It is widely believed and...
Life After Death: Elijah
The traditional understanding of life after death in Christianity is that when a Christian passes away, they are immediately taken to...
Life After Death: The Thief on the Cross
Written by Joshua Perez & William Turner Another frequently cited text that many assert teaches that people go straight to heaven or hell...
Life After Death: Saul and the Witch of Endor
Written by Joshua Perez & William Turner In the book of 1 Samuel, we read about a story where King Saul, out of desperation from not...
Philosophy & Kabbalah
Is Jesus, Metatron?
I ntroduction The nature of Metatron (Memtet) and the Mashiach has been a subject of theological debate within Jewish thought for...
Temptation, Jesus, & Hashem
Some might say temptation is just the presence of evil desires. But it’s more nuanced than that. Temptation involves a desire that...
A Tree of Two Tales?
One of the most familiar narratives to any student of the Torah is a tale found very early in Genesis. After being created, Adam is...
Serpent's Seed & The Yetzer Hara
In Genesis 3, when Eve engaged with the serpent and succumbed to its temptations, this was not merely a physical act; it represented a...
The Four Priesthoods
There are several forms of Priesthood mentioned in the Torah. The Levitical Priesthood, established at the time of the Torah's revelation...
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