Rabbi Avi Baumol, Sinai Project

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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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Jewish Tradition

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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Jewish Tradition

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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Living Bible

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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JERUSALEM

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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Jewish Tradition

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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Jewish Tradition

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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Jewish Tradition

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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Jewish Tradition

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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Jewish Tradition

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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Jewish Tradition

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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Jewish Tradition

Blessings Part 6: Connecting To God Throughout the Day

Daily Inspiration From the Rabbi’s Study: Blessings

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Jewish Tradition

Blessings Part 5: Partnership Between Human Beings and God

Daily Inspiration From the Rabbi’s Study: Blessings

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JERUSALEM

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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Jewish Tradition

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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Jewish Tradition

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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Jewish Tradition

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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Jewish Tradition

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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