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Rabbi Avi Baumol
Rabbi Avi Baumol grew up in New York and has a B.A. in Economics and an M.A. in Medieval Jewish History from Yeshiva University. He has been an educator, author, tour guide and lecturer for over three decades and currently lives in Judea with his wife and children.
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Shabbat Part 7: The Sabbath Continues to Give us Joy, Peace, Love, Spirit and Purpose
Join us for a weekly learning journey: unveiling the Jewish wisdom about the Sabbath.
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Shabbat Part 6: Finding the Spirit From Within
Join us for a weekly learning journey: unveiling the Jewish wisdom about the Sabbath.
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Bible Study Part 8: Israel and the Nations of the World Blessing God
This is the concluding article in this series in which the unique role of righteous gentiles in the Bible is explored.
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Bible Study Part 7: Who heard Solomon’s call? Who blessed God?
In this series, the unique role of righteous gentiles in the Bible will be explored.
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Weekly Inspiration: Insights from Parshat Vayikra
This week’s Torah portion, Parshat Vayikra, meaning “And He called,” covers Leviticus 1:1 – 5:26 and is read in synagogues worldwide on Shabbat. It begins the third book of the Torah and focuses on the laws of the korbanot (sacrifices) brought in the Mishkan (Tabernacle), including burnt offerings, meal offerings, peace offerings, sin offerings, and guilt offerings.
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Bible Study Part 6: King David and King Hiram
In this series, the unique role of righteous gentiles in the Bible will be explored.
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Secrets of the Jewish Calendar Part 6: Does ‘Pesach’ Really Mean ‘Passover’?
Join us for a deep dive into the holiday of Passover.
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Divine Ethics Part 7: Love as Compassion
Through this study, we will gain a deeper understanding of God’s commandments and how they shape faith, character, and relationships.
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Bible Study Part 5: Joshua and Rahab
In this series, the unique role of righteous gentiles in the Bible will be explored.
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Divine Ethics Part 6: The Jewish Approach to Repentance
Through this study, we will gain a deeper understanding of God’s commandments and how they shape faith, character, and relationships.
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Shabbat Part 5: Singing on Shabbat is Linked to the Songs of Moses, Miriam, Hannah and Deborah
Join us for a weekly learning journey: unveiling the Jewish wisdom about the Sabbath.
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Blessings Part 6: Connecting To God Throughout the Day
Daily Inspiration From the Rabbi’s Study: Blessings
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Blessings Part 5: Partnership Between Human Beings and God
Daily Inspiration From the Rabbi’s Study: Blessings
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Secrets of the Jewish Calendar Part 6: Why Are Candles Lit for Eight Nights?
Join us for a deep dive into the holiday of Chanukah.
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Secrets of the Jewish Calendar Part 5: Intermediary Days of Passover and Sukkot
Join us for a deep dive into the week long Jewish Festivals – Sukkot and Passover.
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Glossary of Jewish Terms in Hebrew
This convenient list of Jewish terms in Hebrew will help make our content more accessible for everyone.
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Divine Ethics Part 5: Can One Lie to a Bride About Her Beauty?
Through this study, we will gain a deeper understanding of God’s commandments and how they shape faith, character, and relationships.
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Weekly Inspiration: Insights from Parshat Vayakhel
This week’s Torah portion, Parshat Vayakhel, meaning “And he assembled,” covers Exodus 35:1 – 38:20 and is read in synagogues worldwide on Shabbat.
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