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Is the Talmud the same as the Torah?
The Talmud contains the history of the Jewish religion, as well as their laws and beliefs. It is the basic tool for learning the ethics behind the customs of their religion. Torah, on the other hand, is the Hebrew word for “instruction.” The Torah is most widely known as the five books of Moses.
What is studying the Torah called?
Torah study is the study of the Torah, Hebrew Bible, Talmud, responsa, rabbinic literature and similar works, all of which are Judaism’s religious texts. According to Rabbinic Judaism, the study is ideally done for the purpose of the mitzvah (“commandment”) of Torah study itself.
What is a Chabura?
What is the definition of Chabura? Chabura – A highly motivated and committed group of guys who, through intense Torah study, form a bond which propels spiritual growth. It’s an opportunity to delve in the gemara (Talmud) and taste the beauty and depth of Torah.
How many books are in the Talmud?
Each day, more than 100,000 Jews worldwide use their early-morning, lunchtime or evening hours to study the same two sides of a page of Talmud, fulfilling the Jewish belief in study for its own sake, until all 38 books of the Talmud are completed.
What are the best podcasts about Israel?
Jewish Podcasts. Two Nice Jewish Boys is a weekly podcast in English about life in Israel. Naor Meningher and Eytan Weinstein offer you a glimpse of Israel and some of the interesting people who live here. The podcast is produced in cooperation with the Jewish Journal of Greater Los Angeles.
What is the Jewish history podcast?
Rabbi Yaakov Wolbe started The Jewish History Podcast in 2016 with the goal of making Jewish History interesting and accessible. Over the course of the years, episodes have covered the vast expanse of Jewish history, from Abraham to Moses and Joshua, to great Sages in modern times, to Israeli wars.
What is the wisdom in Torah ministries podcast?
Wit-Cast is podcast by Wisdom in Torah Ministries, and hosted by Rico Cortes, who is the lead teacher and founder of Wisdom in Torah Ministries. Our organization follows the Hebraic faith.
What is ten minutes of Torah?
On the Other Hand: Ten Minutes of Torah, a podcast presented by ReformJudaism.org. Each week, Rabbi Rick Jacobs, President of the Union For Reform Judaism, will offer divrei Torah (insights into the weekly Torah portion) to help open up Jewish thought and its contemporary influence on your life.