Universal Torah Network » Weekly Torah http://universaltorah.com/programming Torah Teachings for the Whole World! Wed, 10 Mar 2010 23:29:38 +0000 http://wordpress.org/?v=2.9.2 en hourly 1 2006-2009 itunes0@universaltorah.com (Universal Torah Network) itunes0@universaltorah.com (Universal Torah Network) Torah Teaching, Jewish Teaching, Temple Studies, Bnai Noach, Chaim Richman, Joseph Good, Sam Peak, Avraham Greenbaum, Light to the Nations, The Gates, Biblical Faith, Azamra 1440 Torah, Bnai Noach, Jewish Teaching, Gentiles, Bible, Non-Jews, Richman Greenbaum Peak Torah Teaching for the Whole World! Universal Torah Network provides on-line video and audio programming concerning classic Torah teachings from respected Rabbis, as well as progressive teachings concerning Gentiles, Judaism and Classic Jewish Traditions. Universal Torah Network Universal Torah Network itunes0@universaltorah.com No no http://universaltorah.com/images/Univeral-Torah-Network-144.jpg Universal Torah Network http://universaltorah.com/programming 144 144 Weekly Torah Portion: Vayakhel-Pekudei http://universaltorah.com/programming/2010/03/08/weekly-torah-portion-vayakhel-pekudei-2.htm http://universaltorah.com/programming/2010/03/08/weekly-torah-portion-vayakhel-pekudei-2.htm#comments Tue, 09 Mar 2010 05:45:59 +0000 TI http://universaltorah.com/programming/?p=1349 For seven days leading up to the dedication of the Tabernacle in the desert, Moshe rabeinu (Moses our master), assembled the Tabernacle and then disassembled it twice each day. As we ourselves prepare for the building of the Holy Temple, what can we learn from Moshe’s daily undertaking?

Vayakhel-Pekudeia (Exodus 35:1-40:38)
Parashat Vayakhel-Pekudei is read on Shabbat:
Adar 27, 5770/March 13, 2010

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]]> http://universaltorah.com/programming/2010/03/08/weekly-torah-portion-vayakhel-pekudei-2.htm/feed 0 00:01:01 [printprofilepic] For seven days leading up to the dedication of the Tabernacle in the desert, Moshe rabeinu (Moses our master), assembled the Tabernacle and then ... [printprofilepic] For seven days leading up to the dedication of the Tabernacle in the desert, Moshe rabeinu (Moses our master), assembled the Tabernacle and then disassembled it twice each day. As we ourselves prepare for the building of the Holy Temple, what can we learn from Moshe's daily undertaking? Vayakhel-Pekudeia (Exodus 35:1-40:38) Parashat Vayakhel-Pekudei is read on Shabbat: Adar 27, 5770/March 13, 2010 Temple Institute Links: [permalink]Program Link[/permalink] - Website - Support - Newsletter - Contact Us Temple,Institute,Shows,,UTN,,UTN,Topics,,Weekly,Torah,,Weekly,Torah,Readings Universal Torah Network no No Weekly Torah Portion: Ki Tisa http://universaltorah.com/programming/2010/03/01/weekly-torah-portion-ki-tisa-4.htm http://universaltorah.com/programming/2010/03/01/weekly-torah-portion-ki-tisa-4.htm#comments Mon, 01 Mar 2010 08:08:22 +0000 TI http://universaltorah.com/programming/?p=1345 Why is is that the golden calf, of which we read in this week’s parasha, is symbolic of the impurity of death, while the red heifer, of which we also read in this week’s special Torah reading, is symbolic of of the pure nature of life eternal?

Ki Tisa (Exodus 30:11-34:35)
Parashat Ki Tisa is read on Shabbat:
Adar 20, 5770/March 6, 2010

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]]> http://universaltorah.com/programming/2010/03/01/weekly-torah-portion-ki-tisa-4.htm/feed 0 00:01:01 [printprofilepic] Why is is that the golden calf, of which we read in this week's parasha, is symbolic of the impurity of death, while the ... [printprofilepic] Why is is that the golden calf, of which we read in this week's parasha, is symbolic of the impurity of death, while the red heifer, of which we also read in this week's special Torah reading, is symbolic of of the pure nature of life eternal? Ki Tisa (Exodus 30:11-34:35) Parashat Ki Tisa is read on Shabbat: Adar 20, 5770/March 6, 2010 Temple Institute Links: [permalink]Program Link[/permalink] - Website - Support - Newsletter - Contact Us Temple,Institute,Shows,,UTN,,UTN,Topics,,Weekly,Torah,,Weekly,Torah,Readings Universal Torah Network no No Weekly Torah Portion: Tetzave http://universaltorah.com/programming/2010/02/22/weekly-torah-portion-tetzave.htm http://universaltorah.com/programming/2010/02/22/weekly-torah-portion-tetzave.htm#comments Tue, 23 Feb 2010 05:44:42 +0000 TI http://universaltorah.com/programming/?p=1342 “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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]]> http://universaltorah.com/programming/2010/02/22/weekly-torah-portion-tetzave.htm/feed 0 Weekly Torah Portion: Terumah http://universaltorah.com/programming/2010/02/15/weekly-torah-portion-terumah-2.htm http://universaltorah.com/programming/2010/02/15/weekly-torah-portion-terumah-2.htm#comments Mon, 15 Feb 2010 13:58:54 +0000 TI http://universaltorah.com/programming/?p=1333 “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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]]> http://universaltorah.com/programming/2010/02/15/weekly-torah-portion-terumah-2.htm/feed 0 00:01:01 [printprofilepic]"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. ... [printprofilepic]"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 Temple Institute Links: [permalink]Program Link[/permalink] - Website - Support - Newsletter - Contact Us Temple,Institute,Shows,,UTN,,Weekly,Torah Universal Torah Network no No Weekly Torah Portion: Yitro http://universaltorah.com/programming/2010/02/01/weekly-torah-portion-yitro-4.htm http://universaltorah.com/programming/2010/02/01/weekly-torah-portion-yitro-4.htm#comments Mon, 01 Feb 2010 14:31:55 +0000 TI http://universaltorah.com/programming/?p=1312 “I am Hashem your G-d.” (Exodus 20:2) This is the first commandment and it is essentially the last. G-d has woven His name throughout the entire Torah, and His presence throughout all of creation. To know His name and to believe in Him is the entirety of of all the commandments.

Yitro (Exodus 18:1 – 20:23)
Parashat Yitro is read on Shabbat:
Shevat 22, 5770/February 6, 2010

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]]> http://universaltorah.com/programming/2010/02/01/weekly-torah-portion-yitro-4.htm/feed 0 00:01:01 [printprofilepic]"I am Hashem your G-d." (Exodus 20:2) This is the first commandment and it is essentially the last. G-d has woven His name throughout the ... [printprofilepic]"I am Hashem your G-d." (Exodus 20:2) This is the first commandment and it is essentially the last. G-d has woven His name throughout the entire Torah, and His presence throughout all of creation. To know His name and to believe in Him is the entirety of of all the commandments. Yitro (Exodus 18:1 - 20:23) Parashat Yitro is read on Shabbat: Shevat 22, 5770/February 6, 2010 Temple Institute Links: Website - Support - Newsletter - Contact Us Temple,Institute,Shows,,UTN,,Weekly,Torah,,Weekly,Torah,Readings Universal Torah Network no No Weekly Torah Portion: Beshalach http://universaltorah.com/programming/2010/01/24/weekly-torah-portion-beshalach.htm http://universaltorah.com/programming/2010/01/24/weekly-torah-portion-beshalach.htm#comments Sun, 24 Jan 2010 19:09:46 +0000 TI http://universaltorah.com/programming/?p=1307 The Israelite’s encounter with the deadly Amalek clearly shows the danger when our faith in G-d weakens. But faith in G-d is not enough. Even the wicked can be men of faith.

Beshalach (Exodus 13:17 – 17:16)
Parashat Beshalach is read on Shabbat:
Shevat 15, 5770/January 30, 2010

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]]> http://universaltorah.com/programming/2010/01/24/weekly-torah-portion-beshalach.htm/feed 0 00:01:01 [printprofilepic]The Israelite's encounter with the deadly Amalek clearly shows the danger when our faith in G-d weakens. But faith in G-d is not enough. Even ... [printprofilepic]The Israelite's encounter with the deadly Amalek clearly shows the danger when our faith in G-d weakens. But faith in G-d is not enough. Even the wicked can be men of faith. Beshalach (Exodus 13:17 - 17:16) Parashat Beshalach is read on Shabbat: Shevat 15, 5770/January 30, 2010 Temple Institute Links: Website - Support - Newsletter - Contact Us Temple,Institute,Shows,,UTN,,Weekly,Torah,,Weekly,Torah,Readings Universal Torah Network no No Weekly Torah Portion: Bo http://universaltorah.com/programming/2010/01/17/weekly-torah-portion-bo-2.htm http://universaltorah.com/programming/2010/01/17/weekly-torah-portion-bo-2.htm#comments Sun, 17 Jan 2010 17:59:59 +0000 TI http://universaltorah.com/programming/?p=1292 A new world order. Sounds scary, but that’s exactly what G-d established when he commanded Israel, saying, “This month shall be to you the head of the months; to you it shall be the first of the months of the year.” (Exodus 12:2)

Bo (Exodus 10:1 – 13:16)
Parashat Bo is read on Shabbat:
Shvat 8, 5770/January 23, 2010

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]]> http://universaltorah.com/programming/2010/01/17/weekly-torah-portion-bo-2.htm/feed 0 00:01:01 [printprofilepic]A new world order. Sounds scary, but that's exactly what G-d established when he commanded Israel, saying, "This month shall be to you the head ... [printprofilepic]A new world order. Sounds scary, but that's exactly what G-d established when he commanded Israel, saying, "This month shall be to you the head of the months; to you it shall be the first of the months of the year." (Exodus 12:2) Bo (Exodus 10:1 - 13:16) Parashat Bo is read on Shabbat: Shvat 8, 5770/January 23, 2010 Temple Institute Links: Website - Support - Newsletter - Contact Us Temple,Institute,Shows,,Weekly,Torah,,Weekly,Torah,Readings Universal Torah Network no No Weekly Torah Portion: Va’era http://universaltorah.com/programming/2010/01/10/weekly-torah-portion-vaera-6.htm http://universaltorah.com/programming/2010/01/10/weekly-torah-portion-vaera-6.htm#comments Sun, 10 Jan 2010 17:09:09 +0000 TI http://universaltorah.com/programming/?p=1283 G-d sets limits on creation, but His love for Israel cannot be contained by these same limitations. In order to effect the exodus of the Israelite nation from the exile of Egypt, G-d reached beyond the laws of nature, and turned the natural order on its head.

Va’era (Exodus 6:1 – 9:35)
Parashat Va’era is read on Shabbat:
Rosh Chodesh Shvat, 5770/January 16, 2010

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]]> http://universaltorah.com/programming/2010/01/10/weekly-torah-portion-vaera-6.htm/feed 0 Weekly Torah Portion: Shemot http://universaltorah.com/programming/2010/01/03/weekly-torah-portion-shemot.htm http://universaltorah.com/programming/2010/01/03/weekly-torah-portion-shemot.htm#comments Sun, 03 Jan 2010 14:41:25 +0000 TI http://universaltorah.com/programming/?p=1265 ” ..the children of Israel sighed from the labor, and they cried out, and their cry ascended to G-d… “ (Exodus 2:23) For so long the children of Israel felt so distant from G-d that they didn’t even lift up their voices and cry. But when they did, G-d heard them and delivered them.

Shemot (Exodus 1:1 – 6:1)
Parashat Shemot is read on Shabbat:
Tevet 23, 5770/January 9, 2010

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]]> http://universaltorah.com/programming/2010/01/03/weekly-torah-portion-shemot.htm/feed 0 6:19 [printprofilepic] " ..the children of Israel sighed from the labor, and they cried out, and their cry ascended to G-d... " (Exodus 2:23) For so ... [printprofilepic] " ..the children of Israel sighed from the labor, and they cried out, and their cry ascended to G-d... " (Exodus 2:23) For so long the children of Israel felt so distant from G-d that they didn't even lift up their voices and cry. But when they did, G-d heard them and delivered them. Shemot (Exodus 1:1 - 6:1) Parashat Shemot is read on Shabbat: Tevet 23, 5770/January 9, 2010 Temple Institute Links: Website - Support - Newsletter - Contact Us Temple,Institute,Shows,,Weekly,Torah,,Weekly,Torah,Readings Universal Torah Network no No Weekly Torah Portion: Vayechi http://universaltorah.com/programming/2009/12/27/weekly-torah-portion-vayechi-4.htm http://universaltorah.com/programming/2009/12/27/weekly-torah-portion-vayechi-4.htm#comments Sun, 27 Dec 2009 12:32:35 +0000 TI http://universaltorah.com/programming/?p=1261 Yaakov avinu promises his children a revelation of the end of days, and then proceeds to bless each of them. Was there a prophecy or not? It is said that prophecy is given to the broken-hearted and that Yaakov’s prophecy to his children was as on as high a level as the prophecy of Moses.

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Vayechi (Genesis 47:28-50:26)
Parashat Vayechi is read on Shabbat:
Tevet 16, 5770/January 2, 2010

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]]> http://universaltorah.com/programming/2009/12/27/weekly-torah-portion-vayechi-4.htm/feed 0 00:01:01 Yaakov avinu promises his children a revelation of the end of days, and then proceeds to bless each of them. Was there a prophecy ... Yaakov avinu promises his children a revelation of the end of days, and then proceeds to bless each of them. Was there a prophecy or not? It is said that prophecy is given to the broken-hearted and that Yaakov's prophecy to his children was as on as high a level as the prophecy of Moses. Visit us: templeinstitute.org Vayechi (Genesis 47:28-50:26) Parashat Vayechi is read on Shabbat: Tevet 16, 5770/January 2, 2010 Light to the Nations teachings are now available in mp3 audio files, and can be accessed through iTunes. Temple,Institute,Shows,,UTN,,Weekly,Torah,,Weekly,Torah,Readings Universal Torah Network no No