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The Rabbi Yaakov Wolbe Podcasts Collection gives you the opportunity to listen and enjoy to all the Torah & Insights from Rabbi Yaakov Wolbe in one feed. The The Parsha Podcast, Jewish History Podcast, The Mitzvah Podcast, This Jewish Life, TORAH 101 and The Ethics Podcast in one convenient place. Enjoy!
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VGBS is a video game podcast where we discuss all things gaming related. Sometimes we cover a homework game that we all play, other times we have special guests and we always have a good time. Due to essentially gaming since birth, we have an extensive knowledge of all things gaming and are all over the gaming scene, writing books, doing convention panels you name it. This is VGBS!
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NOW ON KMRE 88.3 FM- Bellingham WA! Please share this FREE unique Podcast with like-minded Friends. Hailing near Bellingham, Washington State and sounding like the the "Old Fashioned FM Station" with Lots of Music and a little history and trivia thrown in, The Progressive Rock Psychedelic Beatles Pop Show Broadcasts music can date back 50 years all taken from my personal collection. The listener will experience "Musical Stories" connecting it all with similar styles and lyrics thus creating ...
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Listen to 3 thirty-something year old guys talk about video games, family, and life in general.
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Join Zorvax in deep discussions about video games! From old school favorites on the NES, SNES, and Genesis to new hits on the PC, PS4, Xbox One, and Nintendo Switch! Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/vgagc/support
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The Energy Academy presents: LUMO Energy Reimaged, bringing diverse perspectives on the intersection between energy, technology and tangata in Aotearoa. With over 50 esteemed speakers, this series navigates four big themes- Energy and Humanity, Energy Tomorrow, Just Transition and Energy's Future Story. Thanks to our partners: Orion, Genesis Energy, Ara Ake, Energy Efficiency and Conservation Authority (also known as EECA), ChristchurchNZ, Ministry of Social Development and Ara Institute of ...
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This show was born of a desire to explore and share individual and collective experiences of pursuit, dedication, and growth - transforming discipline into habit, enjoying the process, and actualizing dreams. DO YOU REMEMBER……your lowest moment? What urged you forward? How did you pick yourself up, dust yourself off—and return to your path? Did you long for a roadmap, guide, or mentor? How did you pivot and continue your journey? In this show, we discover the deeper drives and strategies our ...
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Catholic Mindset Podcast is inspired by Genesis 1:27-28, "So God created man in his own image, in the image of God he created him, male and female he created them When." We read these words, and we tend to focus only on our bodies and forget that our minds are also made in the image of God. Sometimes we let our minds consume us instead of realizing that it is part of our creation to serve our pursuit of God in an attempt to sanctify our lives and imitate Christ Jesus. In this podcast project ...
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The Mental Health Cypher is designed to help dissolve self inflicted miasms of the mind that cause mental limitations that are challenging to overcome. With our collective cognizant experience, we have a proven track record of success with helping others overcome their shortcomings with the aid of our high vibratory preternatural techniques. The MHC dives deep into the abysmal illusion that constructs our reality to extract tools that will help reprogram your self imposed limitations. Our Cy ...
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Hear more. Feel more. Be more! Come with me and dive into some great classical music. For over 1000 years great musicians have explored what it means to live, love, die and everything in between: asking all our deep and universal questions. Escape the cacophony - the noise of your brain and daily life; tune into the music, your feelings and emotions ‘good’ and ‘bad’ …and find the space, stillness and love that underpins everything. NB: May include loud noise, surprises, challenges, cacophono ...
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It’s 12:30 p.m. You wake up, and at 1:30 p.m. you roll out of bed and turn on the radio, then open your local newspaper to check the HELP WANTED adverts. During breakfast, you turn on the television to catch a few minutes of the 24-hour news shows. School shootings. Higher taxes. Immigrants being treated badly. The price of milk has risen considerably. You turn it off quickly, filled with a sense of dread after seeing the latest disappointments the human race has to offer you. Shortly therea ...
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Join Christina, and Michael each week as they breakdown the latest news, game releases, and happenings in the Nintendo universe. No topic or game system is off limits as we discuss at the Nintendo Switch, 3DS, Nintendo's mobile games, theme parks, merchandise, and whatever else awesome Nintendo is doing. Join us each week for a new episode of awesome. Now you're playing with power!
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This week we learn the laws governing all kinds of leaders: The parsha begins by detailing the laws of judges, the jurisdiction of the Sanhedrin, the Supreme Court, and what happens to rebellious judges; we read about the unique laws related to kings; there are more laws pertaining to the Kohanim; and we find the means of vetting professed prophets…
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Parsha: Reeh - Idle Tree, Idle Warship, and Falls Profits
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The Torah spends a lot of time cautioning us against idolatry. As the nation is about to cross over the Jordan and enter Canaan, they are repeatedly warned to not fall prey to the idolatrous practices of the indigenous population. Instead, they must shatter the idolatrous altars, destroy idolatrous infrastructure, obliterate idolatrous paraphernali…
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The criminal treated most severely under Torah law is the Meisis, a personal tries to entice others to do idolatry. Attempting to persuade people to repudiate God is more severe than any other crime in Torah law. This discovery is the basis of a stunning observation followed by a critical call to action. And this episode we make an argument that th…
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The penultimate way to wisdom offered by our sages instructs us to be systematic in our studies. What exactly does this mean? In this very special Ethics Podcast, we offer three different interpretations. Listen carefully if you want to give a boost to your studies and your connection with your Creator. – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – D…
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This week’s parsha marks a transition in the Book of Deuteronomy: it is no longer primarily about admonishment and rebuke and warnings, instead we read a bevy of mitzvos – some repetitions and some new ones that have hitherto not been mentioned. – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – DONATE to TORCH: Please consider supporting the podcasts by …
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Flashy achievements make the news. Great triumphs, awesome deeds, transcendent moments grab our attention and seize our imagination. Humdrum acts fail to stir excitement. But when we are devising a strategy for how to prepare our ladder of ascension, it may be ill-advised to pursue quantum leaps of greatness. In fact the most effective process to t…
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If the Almighty promises to give you a blessing, your ears should perk up. If God promises to give you abundance, health, prosperity, fertility, security, and all manner of blessing, your question should be - what must I do to be deserving of this? Our Parsha begins with such a promise. In the event that we steadfastly and here to a certain categor…
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Teachers are usually pretty talented. They're usually gifted, knowledgeable, intelligent, and well-studied. In way to wisdom # 46 we learn how a student should strive to make their teacher even sharper and wiser. By upgrading our teachers, we ourselves become wiser along the way. – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – DONATE to TORCH: Please c…
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In this episode of the Video Game Bullshit Gaming Podcast, host Jeff sits down with YouTube creator Xander Skullion for an in-depth interview. They dive into Xander's journey as a content creator, discussing his passion for retro gaming, the challenges of growing a YouTube channel, and the evolution of the gaming community. Xander shares behind-the…
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We pick up where we left off last week amid Moshe’s speech to the nation before his passing, and as in the previous few weeks, Parshas Eikev is jam packed with insights and timeless lessons. Moshe pivots between looking back on the conduct of the nation in the preceding 40 years and admonishing them for their misdeeds, and gazing forward to the con…
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Moshe was Joshua's teacher. By any measure, Moshe was a greater leader of the nation than Joshua was. Moshe was the sun to Joshua's moon. But Moshe was unable to lead the nation across the Jordan; a feat that Joshua pulled off. How did Joshua the acolyte manage to outshine and upstage the master? That question is the first of two subjects addressed…
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Parsha: Vaeschanan - Linked to Sinai (5782)
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Although he was the paradigmatic leader of all time, Moshe was barred from crossing the Jordan River and entering the Land. Joshua his student was to succeed him and lead the Nation into the Promised Land. Why was Moshe not allowed to enter? For the sin of striking the rock instead of speaking to it. Our Parsha begins with Moshe retelling how he pl…
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Ethics: Studying with Intentionality (6.6.44-45)
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What are our intentions when we study? What are we trying to achieve? If we are studying the Almighty's Torah simply as an exercise in theoretical, abstract learning, we are missing the essence of Torah. In these two ways to wisdom, we learned about the imperative to study with intentionality and the different types of motivation for Torah study. W…
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This week’s parsha continues Moshe’s monologue to the nation in the weeks preceding his passing. He begins by recounting his repeated efforts in trying to convince God to rescind His decree that Moshe not enter the Land; Moshe then begins the retelling of the Torah; and we read many warnings and predictions about proper behavior and the consequence…
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In this solo episode of VGBS Gaming Podcast, aka Video Game Bullshit, Jeff takes the reins and shares his experiences from the past few months, including his travels and time at SoCal Gaming Expo. He reflects on how his approach to gaming has evolved, exploring the ethics of using mods in modern games and how it has influenced his gameplay. Whether…
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A year after the Exodus Moshe dispatched a contingency of dignified men to scout the land of Canaan prior to the Nation's invasion. It was a catastrophic debacle. The scouts returned with a devastating, slanderous report about the Land, prompting the nation to bewail needlessly all night, and condemning the nation to 40 years of wondering in the Wi…
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Seven things were created before the world was created. That much we are told in the Talmud. What is the significance of this collection of things that preceded the world? When we analyze the list, moreover, we read how the name of Messiah is included amongst it. What exactly is the name of Messiah? Is that simply the identifier of the redeemer? Wh…
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Parsha: Devarim - Withholding Judgment (5782)
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Parshas Devarim begins the Book of Deuteronomy, the final installment of the Pentateuch. Moshe is destined to pass and he gathers the nation to prepare them for the day after. How will the nation endure after they lose the greatest leader the world has ever known? How will they survive and flourish after Moshe is no longer in their midst? In this p…
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Listening is a lost art. To truly listen and consider the other person's position is becoming increasingly rarer. We get consumed with our own ideas and perspectives; someone else's opposing position will not be granted true consideration. But listening - and listening actively and attentively - is critical if we are desirous of learning and absorb…
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5 weeks before his passing, Moses gives a three-parsha-long speech to the nation, which constitutes his last will and testament. He begins with a retrospective of the history of the nation over the past 40 years since the Exodus – subtly rebuking the nation, guiding them, admonishing them, ensuring that they don’t repeat their mistakes of yore. – –…
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Episode 174: Episode #147- Wormhole 70- "The ProgStylin' Spaced Out Hour"
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** Exclusive United States Premier** THIRD CD (Released this week)- “Craftney” from Japan Last Week- I received the ONLY CD to be sent to America (Direct mail) by the band “Craftney”. (Try and find this one!). It is their 3rd release and this IS complete "Beatles- Pop" Music. Most of this episode is focused on The ProgStylin' Spaced Music”and you c…
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Parsha: Mattos & Masei - Order of Sisters
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The Book of Bamidbar ends on a bit of a surprising note. The final chapter of our book revisits the somewhat technical narrative relating to the inheritance of the ancestral lands of a man named Tzelafchad. This man from the tribe of Menashe died without sons, and in chapter 27 of the book of numbers we learned that his lands will be apportioned to…
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155. Pitting man against nature: Haydn, Symphony No.51
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A subtle extremist, in his Symphony no.51 Haydn throws down some extraordinary challenges to his horn players - can they beat the ‘immutable forces of nature’? Listening time 30 mins (podcast 9′, music 21′) Music here on YouTube, Spotify and [with links to first movement only] on Apple and Amazon played by The English Concert, conducted by Trevor P…
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Parsha: Mattos & Masei - Contrarian Guide (5782)
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This week we conclude the Book of Numbers with a double-Parsha, the sole double-Parsha of this calendar year. Of the myriad of interesting subjects found in our Parsha is the long and detailed negotiations between Moshe and the tribes of Reuben and Gad. These tribes sought to permanently settle on the East Bank of the Jordan and not on its Western …
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Origins // Final Conversation ~ Chris Wienand
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As we finish our Origins series, Chris lands the series with two main ideas: 1) Beauty 2) Radiancy.By Genesis Costa Mesa
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Questions are arguably the most potent tool by which to open up a complex subject. Asking questions on a given matter; asking many, diverse questions, analyzing and probing the issue from all angles, helps open portals of understanding that can deepen your appreciation and your perception of the matter. Our Sages were masters of the art of the ques…
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Parshas Mattos & Masei (Rebroadcast)
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This year, the Book of Numbers ends with a double parsha – Mattos and Masei. We learn about the laws of vows and oaths; the miraculous war with Midian; the unusual request of the tribes of Gad and Reuben; the Torah delineates the 42 different places that the Nation encamped for their 40 year sojourn; and we gain closure to the saga of the daughters…
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Pinchas, Aaron's grandson, did a valorous and zealous act of bravery when he skewered the prince of the tribe of Shimon and stopped the plague from wiping out the entire nation. What motivated Pinchas' behavior? What attributes were at play during his act of zealotry? This question is answered in a comment in Rashi in our Parsha. We learn how quali…
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As we get close to the end of our Origins series Tyler walks us through the story of Acts 1 - 11 so far, and the beginning global impact of the the early church. PS: We did unfortantly have a technical error with our camera this weekend so there will be no video for this conversation.By Genesis Costa Mesa
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Although a paternal grandson of Aaron the Kohein, Pinchas was not initially - prior to his heroic act of martyrdom - a Kohein. The law stated that only Aaron and his sons were to be anointed as Kohanim. All sons born to Kohanim subsequently were to be Kohanim, but Pinchas who was alive at the time of anointing of Aaron and his sons was excluded fro…
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What is our relationship with our studies? For some (many?) studying Torah is very important. It is a great priority. But is it the permanent fixture of a person's life? That designation is applied to the few. In this way to wisdom, we learn about the transformative nature of rendering Torah study the primary focus of a person's life, and also lear…
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Pinchas was a man of action, a zealot who avenged God’s vengeance and was handsomely rewarded for it. In this parsha we read about his reward, Moses’ succession plan, the methods through which the Land will be divided, and another census is done. – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – DONATE to TORCH: Please consider supporting the podcasts by…
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Episode 173: *Archived Episode- "Wormhole 2- (Part One)"
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You Will Experience Music from Germany/ France/ Canada/ Australia/ Italy/ South America/ The Netherlands/ America New and Classic Progressive Rock ("Barock Project" vs. "Focus")/ Psychedelic Pop ("Byrds" vs."The Asteroid No. 4")/ of course Pop Rock ("Tim Finn" AND "Crowded House") and bits of French Prog... That is what you will go within this one …
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In every generation there are malevolent forces seeking to destroy the Jewish people. They have never been successful, nor will they ever be. The Almighty always protects our people and ensures our continuity. Most of the time we are completely unaware of the mortal dangers that the Almighty thwarted on our behalf. The canonical example of this phe…
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Our nation has no shortage of enemies. This is not new. Even in antiquity, our nation was always a target. Laban, Jacob's father-in-law, try to smothered the Jewish Nation in its infancy. I'm this week's Parsha, to fearsome, shadowy figures try to do the same. Balak, king of Moab, commissions Bilaam, master sorcerer and prophet, to curse and decima…
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In this conversation Kai unpacks the first half of Acts Chapter 11 and focuses on why Luke seems to repeat the story of Peter's vision from the last few chapters.By Genesis Costa Mesa
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Truth and peace are often incompatible. A peaceful solution to a problem is often not truthful; unvarnished truth is rarely diplomatic. In way number 40 to acquire wisdom we learn how we must deploy truth and peace in the right manner, in the right fashion, to the right person, at the right time - and how this leads to deepening the integration and…
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After the Jewish nation trounced the mighty kingdoms of Sichon and Og in last week's parsha, the comparatively smaller and weaker kingdom of Moab resorted to unconventional warfare to attack the nation by hiring the prophet of the nations, a wily and devious character named Bilaam, to curse the Jews. It did not work out as planned. – – – – – – – – …
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Two giants passed away in this week's Parsha: Moshe two elder siblings, his sister Miriam and his brother Aaron - two of the great leaders and benefactors of the nation - both die in Parshas Chukas. In this special Parsha podcast we share two profound insights relating to the death, mourning, and aftermath of these two deaths. We discuss the extrac…
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Parsha: Chukas - Between a Rock and a Wet Place (5782)
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Not everyone is a saint. In fact, the verse testifies that there is no righteous person in the land who does only good and never sins. So everyone is a sinner, to one degree or another. How ought we relate to sinners? What do we do when we see people behaving in an inappropriate fashion? In way number 39 we learn about the imperative for judging ot…
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In this week's parsha, we read about a highly unusual mitzvah: The Red Heifer, when an entirely red cow is burned together with a motley concoction of ingredients, and the resultant ashes are used to sprinkle on people that came into contact with dead people in order to purify them from their spiritual contamination. We also learn about the passing…
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Episode 172: Episode 146- "The Blurp! #2 (Everybody Needs a Hero")
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This is Part 2- the Final Episode of the new Superhero “The Blurp”. Bands like “Aerosmith”, “Camel”, “The James Gang” and lesser known bands like “Aqua Nebula Oscillator”, “The Orange Peels” and “The Blood Rush Hour” weave a musical story of a Dark, and sometimes lonely World that can surround a hero. It starts off with a bang and ventures onward f…
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We all have weaknesses. Nations, as well, have witnesses. When the Almighty sought to give the Torah to the Jewish people at Sinai, He first offered it to all the nations. When they asked what was included in it, God revealed to them how the Torah disallowed that particular weakness that that particular Nation had. What is the Jewish weakness? What…
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Parsha: Korach - Debating Back to Sinai (5782)
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Debate and disagreement are part of the human condition. We are all unique and we all see the world differently. It should come as no shock, therefore, that disagreements exist between different people. Our nation has made debate into a favorite pastime - just visit any Yeshiva and you will see what I mean. But why must we debate? And what are the …
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Origins // Acts 10:1-48 ~ Jordan Javellana
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Jordan takes us through Acts 10 – following the stories of Peter and Cornelius – and leads us in a conversation around diversity in the Kingdom of God.By Genesis Costa Mesa
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Everyone is going through something. Everyone has difficulties in life. That is the human condition. It is also all by design. But we are instructed to empathize with others in whatever challenge they may be undergoing. We are supposed to help them bear their burden. We are supposed to identify with their pain, validate it, and try to do whatever w…
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In this week’s parsha, Moshe and Aaron’s first cousin, a man named Korach, launches a rebellion claiming that Moshe is guilty of nepotism in appointing his brother as High Priest. What ensued should give one serious pause before engaging in any similar sort of divisive activities. – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – DONATE to TORCH: Please …
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Parsha: Shelach - Prophylactic Phylacteries
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Prior to initiating the war of conquest of the land of Canaan, the nation did the prudent thing: they undertook a reconnaissance mission to scout out the enemy defenses. Moshe selected 12 righteous men, one from each tribe, to traverse the land and inspect it from the inside. The result was a catastrophic disaster: the scouts brought a devastating …
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Origins // Acts 9:32 - 43 ~ Chris Wienand
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We take a interesting turn in Acts 9, where we have been following the story of Saul, to an abrupt switch to a section of stories involving Peter. In this conversation Chris walks us through these stories.By Genesis Costa Mesa
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