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“And you shall command the children of Israel… to kindle the lamps continually.” (Exodus 27:20) The light of the golden menora symbolizes the light of G-d in this world. If so, then why are we instructed to” kindle the lamps?” By actively lighting the menora, we are making G-d’s light our light, as well. In this manner we are able to spread G-d’s light to all mankind.

Tetzave (Exodus 27:20-30:10)
Parashat Tetzave is read on Shabbat:
Adar 13, 5770/February 27, 2010

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Light to the Nations – with Rabbi Chaim Richman
Weekly series with new teachings available every Thursday.
Next week on Light to the Nations:
The Priestly Garments, Part III

The joy we experience throughout the entire month of Adar is not solely in anticipation of the Purim celebration which marks the highlight of Adar. The joy is the joy of recognizing the hidden miracles that permeate our world, providing a window through which we experience G-d’s presence each and every day throughout the year.

Bat Melech – with Rena Richman
Bat Melech teachings appear every second Wednesday.
Next Bat Melech: March 3, 2010 (Adar 17, 5770)
Title to be announced.

Devora, the prophet, judge, and songstress, was one of Israel’s greatest and most powerful leaders during the period of the judges. Her spiritual roots hearken all the way back to the exodus from Egypt, and her contribution to her people reverberates to today. Part II of a two part series.

Dedication:This show is dedicated to Mrs. Lavina Kofron, Eshet Chayil.

“And they will build Me a sanctuary and I will dwell amongst them.” (Exodus 25:8) “Build it for ME,” G-d says. For My name’s sake. I want to dwell amongst man in this world. Such is My desire. G-d is not asking for perfection from mankind. Only for a welcome into this world.

Terumah (Exodus 25:1-27:19)
Parashat Terumah is read on Shabbat:
Adar 6, 5770/February 20, 2010

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Light to the Nations – with Rabbi Chaim Richman
Weekly series with new teachings available every Thursday.
Next week on Light to the Nations:
The Priestly Garments, Part III

We have just completed the Torah reading of Yitro, in which we received Torah at Sinai, and this week we are proceeding to the Torah reading, Mishpatim, in which we learn the details of Torah’s instructions for everyday living. How do we make such a fast and radical transition from the ethereal to the “mundane ” civil ordinances? The earthen altar, described in the closing lines of Yitro, provides the answer, and why the Temple Institute’s current Altar Project is so essential to mankind today.

Special Message – from Rabbi Chaim Richman

Unemployment, foreclosures, faltering economy, terrorism, grifters, Presidents Obama’s State of the Union Address, and the 16th of March: What do all these things have to do with the building of the Holy Temple in Jerusalem? The answer to all these questions are addressed by Rabbi Chaim Richman in this straight talking five minute video.

Light to the Nations – with Rabbi Chaim Richman
Weekly series with new teachings available every Thursday.
Next week on Light to the Nations:
The Priestly Garments, Part II

The priests are commanded to wear the priestly garments in order to perform the Divine service. But first, it is a commandment which falls upon the shoulders of all Israel to participate in the creation of the garments, either by employing their particular expertise, or by financially supporting the acquisition of the raw materials for the garments and their manufacture.