Torah Pearls – Season 2 – Nasso – Rabbi Tovia Singer, Jono & Jason

The Nelson’s NKJV study notes regarding the “Nazarite” in Numbers 6:2-8 states “Not to be confused with Nazarene (one from Nazareth, see Matthew 2:23)”. This same publication cross-references Matthew 2:23 solely with Judges 13:5 (marked with a “Prophetic Star” that designates it as “a fulfilment of a prophecy related to the coming of the Messiah, the Lord Jesus Christ.”) while also cross-referencing Judges 13:5 not to Matthew 2:23 but back to Numbers 6:2-5 thereby purposefully confusing “Nazarite” with “Nazarene”! Why? Rabbi Tovia Singer’s answer will astound you!

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The Text Of The Moses Scroll - Episode #6 - Ross K Nichols

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The Text Of The Moses Scroll - Episode #6 - Ross K Nichols

The Pentateuch contains several sections that purportedly describe the travel itinerary of the Children of Israel in their wilderness journeys. Sorting the route has proven most difficult due to inconsistencies between books, conflicting place names in the various sources, confused geographical ref

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Yoel ben Shlomo - Shabbat - Part 2

| Yoel Halevi

Yoel ben Shlomo - Shabbat - Part 2

hebrewinisrael@gmail.com [audio:https://truth2u.org/wp-content/uploads/2012/01/Truth2U-Yoel-ben-Shlomo-Shabbat-2.mp3|titles=Truth2U - Yoel ben Shlomo - Shabbat 2] Download this episode (right click and save)   * Both the intro & outro tracks are by Jono's little sister,

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Torah Pearls - Bereshit - Nehemia Gordon & Keith Johnson

| Nehemia Gordon

Torah Pearls - Bereshit - Nehemia Gordon & Keith Johnson

What is the annual Torah Portion and how did it begin? What period of time is between verse one and verse two? How are we to understand that the Spirit "hovered" over the waters? What is the secret meaning behind the "aleph-tav" pronounced "et" and what is its grammatical function? If God created ev

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Tovia Singer talks about the pending ceasefire, will it hold?

| Rabbi Tovia Singer

Tovia Singer talks about the pending ceasefire, will it hold?

Because from the least of them even to the greatest of them, everyone is given to covetousness; And from the prophet even to the priest, everyone deals falsely. They have also healed the hurt of My people slightly, saying, ‘Peace, peace!’ When there is no peace. - Jeremiah 6:13-14 Outreac

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The Ten Words - Or Is That Eleven? - Ross & Jono

| Ross Nichols

Does the Moses Scroll contain 10 or 11 commandments? Join us as we clarify misconceptions and reveal that, contrary to popular belief, the Moses Scroll does contain exactly 10 commandments, as does the Samaritan Exodus and Deuteronomy. We'll dive into a meaningful discussion about the tenth command

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Torah Pearls - Bo - Exodus 10:1-13:16 - Nehemia Gordon & Keith Johnson

| Nehemia Gordon

Torah Pearls - Bo - Exodus 10:1-13:16 - Nehemia Gordon & Keith Johnson

Join us for this year's Tanakh Tour of Israel! [sc_embed_player fileurl="https://truth2u.org/wp-content/uploads/Audio/Truth2U%20-%20Torah%20Pearls%20-%20Nehemia%20and%20Keith%20-%20Bo.mp3" autoplay="true" loops="true"] Download Please support Truth2U with a monthly donation or one time gift.

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Torah Pearls - Season 2 - Nitzavim

| Rabbi Tovia Singer

“For this commandment which I command you today is not too mysterious for you, nor is it far off. It is not in heaven, that you should say, ‘Who will ascend into heaven for us and bring it to us, that we may hear it and do it?’ Nor is it beyond the sea, that you should say, ‘Who will go ove

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INFAMOUS: XVI Fragments – Episode 2 – The Scroll BEFORE The Dead Sea Scrolls – Ross & Jono

| Ross Nichols

INFAMOUS: XVI Fragments – Episode 2 – The Scroll BEFORE The Dead Sea Scrolls – Ross & Jono

In "The Moses Scroll: A Prelude to the Dead Sea Scrolls," hosts Ross & Jono delve into the captivating story of Moses Wilhelm Shapira and his intriguing acquisition of sixteen ancient leather fragments. This instalment bridges Shapira's enigmatic find, often referred to as the Shapira Scrolls,

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Azazel: The Lore of Yom Kippur - Ross & Jono

| Ross Nichols

Azazel: The Lore of Yom Kippur - Ross & Jono

This week, Ross and Jono turn their attention to the mysterious Azazel. Encountered in the intriguing ceremony detailed in Leviticus 16, Azazel is shrouded in ambiguity. Here, two goats take center stage—one is sacrificed as a purification offering, while the other, notably linked with Azazel, is

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What Should I Do With My Tithe? - Yoel Halevi

| Yoel Halevi

What Should I Do With My Tithe? - Yoel Halevi

Then Jacob made a vow, saying, “If God will be with me, and keep me in this way that I am going, and give me bread to eat and clothing to put on, so that I come back to my father’s house in peace, then Yehovah shall be my God. And this stone which I have set as a pillar shall be God’s ho

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Torah Pearls - Ki Tisa - Exodus 30:11-34:35 - Nehemia Gordon & Keith Johnson

| Nehemia Gordon

Torah Pearls - Ki Tisa - Exodus 30:11-34:35 - Nehemia Gordon & Keith Johnson

And when Moses came down from the Mount Sinai, he held the two tables of the testimony, and he knew not that his face was horned from the conversation of the Lord. And Aaron and the children of Israel seeing the face of Moses horned, were afraid to come near. - Latin Vulgate - Exodus 34:29-30 Joi

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Ira Michaelson - Treasures from the Tanakh - Job 8:1-22

| Ira Michaelson

Ira Michaelson - Treasures from the Tanakh - Job 8:1-22

In addition to working through Bildad's response to Job, Ira addresses the question, how are we to correctly comprehend the concept of evil from a Tanakh perspective? Truth2U Radio is hosted, edited, and produced by Jono Vandor and all programs are made freely available to download. If these pr

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Real Life Is Up & Down - Jono & Jason

| Ken Lane

Real Life Is Up & Down - Jono & Jason

This episode is an honest reminder that life is full of ups and downs, pain and joy, achievement and setbacks, wisdom and stupidity. We celebrate birthdays and remember those whom we have lost. We highlight a new siddur entitled Alignment Refinement, curated and edited by our friend, Ken Lane of Kol

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Israel On My Mind – The Hit 80’s Show!

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Israel On My Mind – The Hit 80’s Show!

Fancy a side order of maggot? Jono and Jason explore some of the answers coming from Israel in regards to solving world hunger and on the way take a small tour through some of the (debatably) coolest parts of the best decade ever.. the 80’s. Don’t forget you can join the conversation on Israe

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Torah Pearls - Nasso - Numbers 4:21-7:89 - Nehemia Gordon & Keith Johnson

| Nehemia Gordon

Torah Pearls - Nasso - Numbers 4:21-7:89 - Nehemia Gordon & Keith Johnson

In this episode, Nehemia shares a sneak preview of his highly anticipated book Shattering the Conspiracy of Silence: The Hebrew Power of the Priestly Blessing Unleashed. Also, does the Pope have a use-by date? What is holy water used for? Can the Law of Jealousy be explained? Was Yeshua a Nazarite?

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The Text Of The Moses Scroll - Episode #3 - Ross K Nichols

| Ross Nichols

The Text Of The Moses Scroll - Episode #3 - Ross K Nichols

In this episode, Ross answers excellent questions from the following comment left by a Truth2U listener: I find this subject fascinating, but so far have failed to grasp what it is that has both of you believing it is an authentic predecessor to our modern Deuteronomy. We don’t have the origin

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Ira Michaelson - Treasures from the Tanakh - Job 35:1-36:23

| Ira Michaelson

Ira Michaelson - Treasures from the Tanakh - Job 35:1-36:23

I'm not sure about this picture... they all seem a little unimpressed, if not shocked, that Elihu is not wearing any clothes! Even Job's wife is refusing to look up. Why he didn't think to get dressed before he gave his speech, I don't know? Truth2U Radio is hosted, edited, and produced by Jono

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Torah Pearls - Season 2 - Beshalach - Rabbi Tovia Singer, Jono & Jason

| Rabbi Tovia Singer

Torah Pearls - Season 2 - Beshalach - Rabbi Tovia Singer, Jono & Jason

I will sing to the YHVH, for He has triumphed gloriously! The horse and its rider He has thrown into the sea! Yah is my strength and song, and He has become my yeshua... Exodus 15:1-2 https://www.tanakhtours.com/november-2021/

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365 Messianic Prophecies - Episode #8 - Into Your Hands I Commit My Spirit - Rabbi Michael Skobac

| Rabbi Michael Skobac

365 Messianic Prophecies - Episode #8 - Into Your Hands I Commit My Spirit - Rabbi Michael Skobac

As the 23rd Psalm says, "He leads me by still waters, He restores my soul." But is this list of 365 "messianic prophecies" from the Tanakh, supposedly fulfilled by Jesus in the New Testament, merely a mirage that gives the appearance of water from afar but in reality lacks substance? 88: Psalms 2

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Torah Pearls Quick Fix - 1st & 2nd Commandments

| Rabbi Tovia Singer

Torah Pearls Quick Fix - 1st & 2nd Commandments

Are the Ten Commandments really ten and if so, what exactly is the 1st? How should one define idolatry? What does God mean when He says He is a jealous God? Why mention both the 3rd and the 4th generation? Listen as Tovia, Jason & Jono discuss these questions and more Exodus 20:1-4. Join us on th

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Tovia Singer - What is His Son's Name?

| Rabbi Tovia Singer

Tovia Singer - What is His Son's Name?

"Who has ascended into heaven, or descended? Who has gathered the wind in His fists? Who has bound the waters in a garment? Who has established all the ends of the earth? What is His name, and what is His Son’s name, If you know?" - Proverbs 30:4 http://youtu.be/3HYH8UvfTuU outreachjuda

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Yoel ben Shlomo - Light of the Prophets - Joshua 22:1-24:33

| Yoel Halevi

Yoel ben Shlomo - Light of the Prophets - Joshua 22:1-24:33

The great and impressive altar called Witness - why did the children of Israel want to go to war against Reuben, Gad & Manasseh? What does it mean to be glued to God? Do we know where the tombs of Joshua and Eleazar are today and is it right for us to want to visit them? Truth2U Radio is ho

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Torah Pearls - Season 2 - Vayigash - Rabbi Tovia Singer, Jono & Jason

| Rabbi Tovia Singer

Torah Pearls - Season 2 - Vayigash - Rabbi Tovia Singer, Jono & Jason

Why did Jacob trust Judah? Why is faith in Jesus the best Christian defence? (not kidding) Why were we told that Joseph's silver cup was for idolatry? Why did the King of Egypt ask Jacob how old he was? Why did Joseph advise his brothers to say that they were only shepherds? Why did the Egyptians de

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365 Messianic Prophecies - Episode #20 - Rabbi Michael Skobac

| Rabbi Michael Skobac

365 Messianic Prophecies - Episode #20 - Rabbi Michael Skobac

Join us as we continue to investigate the alleged 365 messianic prophesies in the Tanakh that Jesus supposedly fulfilled in the New Testament! Carmen's New Revised Standard Version JewsforJudaism.ca Join us for this year's Tanakh Tour of Israel! [sc_embed_player fileurl="https://truth2u.

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Medical Advances, Mermaids, and Man-Flu – Israel on My Mind

| Ross Nichols

Medical Advances, Mermaids, and Man-Flu – Israel on My Mind

In this week’s show, Jono and Ross discuss a couple of extraordinary medical advances made by Israelis while Jono is fighting off a case of the man flu. It seems that Tel Aviv has a new and exciting community for those who love Mermaids or who want to be a mermaid or a merman. Israel is accused of

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Jono & Jason - The Fourth Man

| Jason SpiritualBabies

Jono & Jason - The Fourth Man

http://youtu.be/OoFmsxRcPQA “Look!” he answered, “I see four men loose, walking in the midst of the fire; and they are not hurt, and the form of the fourth is like the Son of God.” - Daniel 3:25 Visit Spiritualbabies.net Truth2U Radio is hosted, edited, and produced by Jono Vandor a

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Torah Pearls - Season 2 - Shemini - Rabbi Tovia Singer, Jono & Jason

| Rabbi Tovia Singer

Torah Pearls - Season 2 - Shemini - Rabbi Tovia Singer, Jono & Jason

Then Nadab and Abihu, the sons of Aaron, each took his censer and put fire in it, put incense on it, and offered profane fire before the Lord, which He had not commanded them. So fire went out from the Lord and devoured them, and they died before the Lord. - Leviticus 10:1-2 Join us for this year

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Torah Pearls - Season 2 - Terumah - Ross Nichols, Jono & Jason

| Ross Nichols

Torah Pearls - Season 2 - Terumah - Ross Nichols, Jono & Jason

Join Ross, Jason & Jono and discover amazing and curious facts about the Tent of Meeting, the Ark of the Covenant, the Mercy Seat, Cherubim, Show Bread, Menorah, Horns of the Altar, Badgers, and much more! https://www.tanakhtours.com/november-2021/

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Torah Pearls - Season 2 - Metzorah - Rabbi Tovia Singer, Jono & Jason

| Rabbi Tovia Singer

Torah Pearls - Season 2 - Metzorah - Rabbi Tovia Singer, Jono & Jason

Thus you shall separate the children of Israel from their uncleanness, lest they die in their uncleanness when they defile My tabernacle that is among them. - Leviticus 15:31 Join us for this year's Tanakh Tour of Israel! [karma_by_kadar__simple_player title="Truth2U" src="https://truth2u.org/

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Torah Pearls - Season 2.5 - Emor - Rabbi Tovia Singer, Jono & Jason

| Rabbi Tovia Singer

Torah Pearls - Season 2.5 - Emor - Rabbi Tovia Singer, Jono & Jason

And the Lord spoke to Moses, saying, “Speak to the children of Israel, and say to them: ‘The feasts of the LORD, which you shall proclaim to be holy convocations, these are My feasts..." - Leviticus 23:1-2 Join us for this year's Tanakh Tour of Israel! [karma_by_kadar__simple_player titl

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Ira Michaelson - My Journey from Orthodox to Messianic to Contextual Judaism

| Ira Michaelson

Ira Michaelson - My Journey from Orthodox to Messianic to Contextual Judaism

Be challenged by Ira's story as he sets the record straight and explains how he was born into Orthodox Judaism, journeyed through Messianic Judaism, and came out the other side as a Tanakh based contextualist. Truth2U Radio is hosted, edited, and produced by Jono Vandor and all programs are mad

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Jono & Jason - A Tenth Give or Take?

| Jason SpiritualBabies

Jono & Jason - A Tenth Give or Take?

http://youtu.be/GY7Zol9-Rg4 Continuing the "Hebrew Roots" journey through the book of Hebrews, Mr. Spiritualbabies and I ask, who gave 10% in Genesis 14:20 and what was it 10% of anyway? Why do some English translations say "Abram" and some say "he"? Truth2U Radio is hosted, edited, and produced

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Paul and Jesus - Dr James D. Tabor

| Jason SpiritualBabies

Paul and Jesus - Dr James D. Tabor

Jono and Jason meet with James D. Tabor to discuss some of the themes covered in his book, Paul and Jesus. http://youtu.be/vqAiDOFQSJc

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Jono & Jason - Romans 10

| Jason SpiritualBabies

Jono & Jason - Romans 10

http://youtu.be/aWurrkxpUmc ...for the same Lord over all is rich to all who call upon Him. For “whoever calls on the name of the Lord shall be saved.” - Romans 10:12-13 *Please like, subscribe and share* Links: Death and Salvation in Egypt: To visit Jason at Spiritualbabies... [

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You Can’t Unsee it – Leap of Faith - Penina Taylor with Jono Vandor

| Penina Taylor

You Can’t Unsee it – Leap of Faith - Penina Taylor with Jono Vandor

On today’s show, Penina speaks with Jono Vandor, Host of Israel on My Mind, who will be sharing with us his inspiring journey from Evangelical Christianity to Torah. Jono talks about how his search for truth brought him to see things that he just couldn’t unsee, that once they took hold of him,

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Our Most Controversial Program To Date - Ross & Jono

| Ross Nichols

Join Ross and Jono as they present perhaps the most controversial program that they have done to date! https://youtu.be/R34iHHfPXiU?t=77 https://www.tanakhtours.com

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Chanukkah & The On Going Struggle Against Assimilation - Rabbi Tovia Singer

| Rabbi Tovia Singer

Was the Menorah that was carried away by Roman soldiers in 70CE, as depicted on the Arch of Titus, the Menorah of the Hanukkah story, the very Menorah that replaced the one that Antiochus IV Epiphanies smashed to pieces in 167BCE? Did the Romans smash this one also? If not, then where is it today? D

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365 Messianic Prophecies - Episode #21 - Could Jesus be the servant of Isaiah 53? - Rabbi Michael Skobac

| Rabbi Michael Skobac

365 Messianic Prophecies - Episode #21 - Could Jesus be the servant of Isaiah 53? - Rabbi Michael Skobac

Join us as we continue to investigate the alleged 365 messianic prophesies in the Tanakh that Jesus supposedly fulfilled in the New Testament! Join us for this year's Tanakh Tour of Israel! [sc_embed_player fileurl="https://truth2u.org/wp-content/uploads/Audio/Truth2U%20-%20Michael%20Skobac%20

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The Psalms of Hate - Jono & Jason

| Jason SpiritualBabies

The Psalms of Hate - Jono & Jason

Oh, that You would slay the wicked, O God! Depart from me, therefore, you bloodthirsty men. For they speak against You wickedly; Your enemies take Your name in vain. Do I not hate them, O Yehovah, who hate You? And do I not loathe those who rise up against You? I hate them with perfect hatred;

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Torah Pearls - Chukat - Numbers 19:1-22:1 - Nehemia Gordon & Keith Johnson

| Nehemia Gordon

Torah Pearls - Chukat - Numbers 19:1-22:1 - Nehemia Gordon & Keith Johnson

Is there a red heifer in Israel? What is the water of menstruation for cleansing? Does a corrupt priesthood invalidate the water of purification and are we cut off without it? Is the site of the Temple off limits today? What exactly did Moses do wrong when Yehovah brought water from the rock? How di

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Yoel ben Shlomo - Light of the Prophets - 1 Samuel 18:17-19:24

| Yoel Halevi

Yoel ben Shlomo - Light of the Prophets - 1 Samuel 18:17-19:24

And Michal took the teraphim, and laid it in the bed, and put a quilt of goats' hair at the head thereof, and covered it with a cloth. And when Saul sent messengers to take David, she said: 'He is sick.' - 1 Samuel 19:13-14 Truth2U Radio is hosted, edited, and produced by Jono Vandor and

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Nehemia Gordon & Keith Johnson - Pearls from the Torah Portion - Vayetze - Genesis 28:10-32:2

| Nehemia Gordon

Nehemia Gordon & Keith Johnson - Pearls from the Torah Portion - Vayetze - Genesis 28:10-32:2

Truth2U Radio is hosted, edited, and produced by Jono Vandor and all programs are made freely available to download. If these programs have been a blessing to you please consider showing your support by contributing a donation or partnering with Truth2U on a weekly or monthly basis. Thank you for li

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365 Messianic Prophecies - Episode #7 - Is Psalm 22 really the "Crucifixion Psalm"? - Rabbi Michael Skobac

| Rabbi Michael Skobac

365 Messianic Prophecies - Episode #7 - Is Psalm 22 really the

Join as we continue our study through the supposed 365 "messianic prophecies" from the Tanakh that Christians claim Jesus fulfilled in the New Testament! 68: Psalms 16:10...Was not to see corruption...Acts 2:31 69: Psalms 16:9-11...Was to arise from the dead...John 20:9 70: Psalms 17:15...The r

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The Law of Niddah - Nehemia Gordon

| Nehemia Gordon

Thus you shall separate the children of Israel from their uncleanness, lest they die in their uncleanness when they defile My tabernacle that is among them. - Leviticus 15:31 Join us for this year's Tanakh Tour of Israel! [sc_embed_player fileurl="https://truth2u.org/wp-content/uploads/Audio/T

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Torah Pearls - Season 2 - Lech Lecha

| Rabbi Tovia Singer

Torah Pearls - Season 2 - Lech Lecha

Then He brought him outside and said, “Look now toward heaven, and count the stars if you are able to number them.” And He said to him, “So shall your descendants be.” And he believed in the Lord, and He accounted it to him for righteousness. - Genesis 15:5-6 Join us for this year's Tanakh

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Yoel ben Shlomo - Light of the Prophets - Judges 7-8

| Yoel Halevi

Yoel ben Shlomo - Light of the Prophets - Judges 7-8

Did the soldiers really lap the water with their tongue like dogs? What alphabet was used to write down the names of the 77 elders? What was the "ephod" that Gideon made? Was Gideon a judge or a makeshift king and did he claim some of the glory for the victory? Truth2U Radio is hosted, edited,

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Torah Pearls - Season 2 - Toldot - Tovia Singer, Jono & Jason

| Rabbi Tovia Singer

Torah Pearls - Season 2 - Toldot - Tovia Singer, Jono & Jason

Then Isaac trembled exceedingly, and said, “Who? Where is the one who hunted game and brought it to me? I ate all of it before you came, and I have blessed him—and indeed he shall be blessed...Indeed I have made him your master, and all his brethren I have given to him as servants" Genesis 27:3

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Hallow up there? – Israel on My Mind

| Jason SpiritualBabies

Hallow up there? – Israel on My Mind

Jono and Jason discuss a proposed cable car line suggested for the old city and the issues it has caused because of its proximity with a Karaite graveyard. Along the way, the conversation takes in flight, ceilings, plastic bags and the dangers of penis enlargement. [karma_by_kadar__simple_pla

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Torah Pearls - Season 2 - Re'eh - Rabbi Tovia Singer

| Rabbi Tovia Singer

Torah Pearls - Season 2 - Re'eh - Rabbi Tovia Singer

If there arises among you a prophet or a dreamer of dreams, and he gives you a sign or a wonder, and the sign or the wonder comes to pass, of which he spoke to you, saying, ‘Let us go after other gods’—which you have not known—‘and let us serve them,’ you shall not listen to the words o

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Torah Pearls - Season 2 - Vayigash - Rabbi Tovia Singer, Jono & Jason

| Rabbi Tovia Singer

Torah Pearls - Season 2 - Vayigash - Rabbi Tovia Singer, Jono & Jason

Why did Jacob trust Judah? Why is faith in Jesus the best Christian defence? (not kidding) Why were we told that Joseph's silver cup was for idolatry? Why did the King of Egypt ask Jacob how old he was? Why did Joseph advise his brothers to say that they were only shepherds? Why did the Egyptians de

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The Wizard of Oz - Jono & Jason

| Jason SpiritualBabies

The Wizard of Oz - Jono & Jason

Popular Hebrew Roots teacher, Rico Cortes, is coming to Australia! Listen in as Jono & Jason try to make sense of Rico's Facebook thread in which Jono was tagged. Offer interpretations to "Colin's Crazy Comment" in the comment section below! Join us for this year's Tanakh Tour of Israel! [

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365 Messianic Prophecies – Episode #11 – Rabbi Michael Skobac

| Rabbi Michael Skobac

365 Messianic Prophecies – Episode #11 – Rabbi Michael Skobac

Join us as we continue to investigate the alleged 365 messianic prophesies in the Tanakh that Jesus supposedly fulfilled in the New Testament! 121: Psalms 72:10,11...Great persons were to visit Him...Matthew 2:1-11 122: Psalms 72:16...The corn of wheat to fall into the Ground...John 12:24 123

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Dog Weed and Falafel Waffles – Israel on My Mind - Jono & Ross

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Dog Weed and Falafel Waffles – Israel on My Mind - Jono & Ross

In this week’s episode, Jono and Ross cover some bizarre stories. There is the tale of a mischievous monkey and doggie treats that give your pet the munchies and while easing arthritic pain. Jono describes the trendy falafel waffle, home juicing, and hummus flavoured ice cream. They touch on the r

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Torah Pearls - Shemot - Exodus 1:1-6:1 - Nehemia Gordon & Keith Johnson

| Nehemia Gordon

Torah Pearls - Shemot - Exodus 1:1-6:1 - Nehemia Gordon & Keith Johnson

Join us for this year's Tanakh Tour of Israel! [karma_by_kadar__simple_player title="Truth2U" src="https://truth2u.org/wp-content/uploads/2012/01/Truth2U-Nehemia-and-Keith-Shemot.mp3" volume="0.9" autoplay="true" downloadable="true" color="1"] [wp-post-slider]

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Torah Pearls - Season 2 - Vayera - Rabbi Tovia Singer, Jono & Jason

| Rabbi Tovia Singer

Torah Pearls - Season 2 - Vayera - Rabbi Tovia Singer, Jono & Jason

Why did Lot offer his two daughters to the depraved men of Sodom and why did his daughters have sex with Lot? Why did God make a great nation of Ishmael? What is the Documentary Hypothesis and is it credible? All this and more in this week's Torah Pearls! Join us for this year's Tanakh Tour of Isra

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Nehemia Gordon - Torah's Clash With Culture

| Nehemia Gordon

Nehemia Gordon - Torah's Clash With Culture

MakorHebrew.org Nehemiaswall.com Aviv Search Support via phone, speak to Dev on #6825525772 Nehemia Gordon's Facebook Page Truth2U is the result of dedicated hours of production. It is a full time operation, completely funded by the donations of listeners who value the information. If you h

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Peace Talks and Hair Pieces – Israel on My Mind

| Ross Nichols

Peace Talks and Hair Pieces – Israel on My Mind

In this episode, your hosts cover several news stories related to the US Administration’s pressure on the Palestinian Authority meant to bring them to the negotiating table. They relate a few unexpected holiday greetings to Jews around the world. They also discuss hair pieces – from wigs for the

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Rabbi Eli Cohen - A Jewish Perspective of the New Covenant

| Rabbi Eli Cohen

Rabbi Eli Cohen - A Jewish Perspective of the New Covenant

How does the Tanakh define righteousness? Is the Torah impossible to keep? What is the Jewish perspective of the New Covenant? Does righteousness equate to perfection? Lastly, Rabbi Eli Cohen shares his thoughts regarding the conflict between Israel and Gaza, offering a prayer from Psalm 121. Jew

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Israel On My Mind – Celebrities, Failed Boycotts, and the Little Kitty that Could

| Ross Nichols

Israel On My Mind – Celebrities, Failed Boycotts, and the Little Kitty that Could

In this show, Jono and Ross talk about some of the celebrities and recording artists who despite the threats and pressure of the anti-Israel agenda, are performing in the Jewish State anyway. They also share several other examples of BDS fails, including a mention of 21 U.S. states that have passed

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The Messiah in Genesis 5 - Answering 119 Ministries.

| Jason SpiritualBabies

The Messiah in Genesis 5 - Answering 119 Ministries.

Do the names that appear in Genesis 5 contain a secret prophecy that outlines God's 'salvation plan' for human kind? The people at 119 ministies believe so. Join us as we 'test' the teaching, the premise and the context of Genesis 5 and 119's video. More Jason here Join Jono, Jason and Rabbi To

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Kultured Karaite - My Journey from Methodist to Karaite

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Kultured Karaite - My Journey from Methodist to Karaite

Listen as the Kultured Karaite shares her amazing journey from being born a Methodist to converting to Karaite Judaism. Also, prompted by her testimony, Jono hijacks the program to ask the listeners what may prove to be a highly controversial question. Truth2U Radio is hosted, edited, and produ

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Exploring Psalms – Chapter 6

| Rabbi Michael Skobac

Exploring Psalms – Chapter 6

Join Rabbi Michael Skobac and Jono as they explore the Book of Psalms, chapter by chapter. Who composed the Psalm? What is it about and what was happening in the life of the author at the time of the composition? How does it apply to us today? Also, what would Christianity have us believe about each

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Yoel ben Shlomo - Light of the Prophets - 1 Samuel 13:1-14

| Yoel Halevi

Yoel ben Shlomo - Light of the Prophets - 1 Samuel 13:1-14

Why is Israel's first king from the tribe of Benjamin and not from Judah? How long was Saul actually king for? What is the "appointed days" and "commandment of God" in 1 Samuel 13:13? Truth2U Radio is hosted, edited, and produced by Jono Vandor and all programs are made freely available to down

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Tovia Singer talks straight on the Israel/Gaza conflict

| Rabbi Tovia Singer

Tovia Singer talks straight on the Israel/Gaza conflict

Listen in with Jono & Jason as Tovia Singer, director of Outreach Judaism and author of the recently released comprehensive two volume work entitled "Let's Get Biblical: Why Doesn't Judaism Accept the Christian Messiah?", takes the gloves off and tells it like it is regarding the current Israel/Ga

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Torah Pearls - Season 2.5 - Emor - Rabbi Tovia Singer, Jono & Jason

| Rabbi Tovia Singer

Torah Pearls - Season 2.5 - Emor - Rabbi Tovia Singer, Jono & Jason

And the Lord spoke to Moses, saying, “Speak to the children of Israel, and say to them: ‘The feasts of the LORD, which you shall proclaim to be holy convocations, these are My feasts..." - Leviticus 23:1-2 Join us for this year's Tanakh Tour of Israel! [karma_by_kadar__simple_player titl

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The Concerning Increase of Anti-Semitism - Dr David Adler

| David Adler

The Concerning Increase of Anti-Semitism - Dr David Adler

What are some of the tools of the Anti-Semite according to the working definition of Anti-Semitism and how are they used within different religious and political expressions? What was the motivation behind the Anti-Semitic terrorist attack that took the life of Ari Fuld, hero of Israel, exactly one

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The Book of Esther & the Holiday of Purim - Yoel Halevi

| Yoel Halevi

The Book of Esther & the Holiday of Purim - Yoel Halevi

For if you altogether remain silent this time, then relief and salvation shall arise to the Jews from another place; but you and your father's house shall be destroyed; and who knows whether you have been called to come to the kingdom for such a time as this? - Esther 4:14 Hebrew In Israel Compari

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Torah Pearls Quick Fix - Commandments 5 through 10

| Rabbi Tovia Singer

How do the first 5 commandments correlate to the last 5 commandments? Listen as Tovia, Jason & Jono discuss Exodus 20:12-17 Join us on the Tanakh Tour of Israel OutreachJudaism.org Spiritualbabies.net Truth2U is only made possible though your kind donations. Please support the production o

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Hapax Legomena - Ross & Jono

| Ross Nichols

Ross & Jono delve into the fascinating world of Hapax Legomena — those enigmatic words that appear just once in the Hebrew Bible. Fresh off their enlightening series on the Ten Words, this episode promises to be another riveting exploration of biblical linguistics. Discover the challenges and

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Torah Pearls - Terumah - Exodus 25:1-27:19 - Nehemia Gordon & Keith Johnson

| Nehemia Gordon

Torah Pearls - Terumah - Exodus 25:1-27:19 - Nehemia Gordon & Keith Johnson

The photograph above was taken by Nehemia Gordon, about which he writes: The "Temple Institute" created this replica of the Menorah which they intend to be used in the future Temple. The replica is gold-plated instead of solid gold as commanded in the Torah (Exodus 25:36, 39). It also has a stepp

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The Ten Words - Word Two - Ross and Jono

| Ross Nichols

In this discussion, Ross and Jono cover WORD TWO in their ongoing series on the Ten Words. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GioHv-ngZfQ&list=PLzmklBloXBL8ZPUPmjor5sJ-N4cRvKnDL&index=1 TANAKHTOURS.COM

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Which Version of the Bible can You Trust? - Tovia Singer

| Rabbi Tovia Singer

Which Version of the Bible can You Trust? - Tovia Singer

“How can you say, ‘We are wise, and the law of the Lord is with us’? Look, the false pen of the scribe certainly works falsehood!" - Jeremiah 8:8 OutreachJudaism.org Rabbi Tovia Singer & Dr. Craig Evans Debate "Was Jesus the Promised Jewish Messiah?" Support Truth2U with a mon

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Ten-K-Radius Interviews Jono Vandor On Melbourne's J-Air Radio

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Ten-K-Radius Interviews Jono Vandor On Melbourne's J-Air Radio

It was my great privilege to join Gary, Max, and Nathan of J-Air, Melbourne's Jewish Radio Station, on their program Ten K Radius! I had a great time and it was wonderful to meet everyone. [audio:https://truth2u.org/wp-content/uploads/Audio/J-Air%20Radio%20-%20TenKradius%20-%20%20Jono%20Vandor%

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God Himself Will Provide the Lamb - Rabbi Michael Skobac

| Rabbi Michael Skobac

God Himself Will Provide the Lamb - Rabbi Michael Skobac

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WnROEViXu0c&feature=youtu.be 1. Genesis 3:15.....Seed of a woman (virgin birth).....Luke 1:35, Matthew 1:18-20 2. Genesis 3:15.....He will bruise Satan's head.....Hebrews 2:14, 1 John 3:18 3. Genesis 5:24....The bodily ascension to heaven illustrated....Mark 6:19

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Gleanings From Genesis - TOP TEN - Dr James Tabor & Ross Nichols - Episode #8

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Gleanings From Genesis - TOP TEN - Dr James Tabor & Ross Nichols - Episode #8

Top Ten Genesis Gleanings (Chapters 1-3) At the first of ELOHIM creating … ordering not origin of the universe ELOHIM=EL/Eloah, EL Elyon, EL Shaddai=Force or power, thus “the Force of all Forces” and the concept of the nameless “unnamed” One YeHoVah used for the first time in 2:4 is not a

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Exploring Psalms - Chapter 8

| Rabbi Michael Skobac

Exploring Psalms - Chapter 8

Join Rabbi Michael Skobac and Jono as they explore the Book of Psalms, chapter by chapter. Who composed the Psalm? What is it about and what was happening in the life of the author at the time of the composition? How does it apply to us today? Also, what would Christianity have us believe about each

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The Stiletto in the Ghetto

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The Stiletto in the Ghetto

Truth2U is taking a month's break while we tour Israel so here's a fun piece of audio that was cut from Torah Pearls to help you cope with the wait. To avoid the wait next year join us on the Tanakh Tour 2016! [audio:https://truth2u.org/wp-content/uploads/Audio/Coola%20Boola.mp3|titles=] Downl

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INFAMOUS: Three Biblical Scholars' Dissent - Leipzig Letters - Ross & Jono

| Ross Nichols

INFAMOUS: Three Biblical Scholars' Dissent - Leipzig Letters - Ross & Jono

In this episode, Ross & Jono explore a captivating story from Leipzig, Germany, in 1883, where German scholars at Hotel Hauffe examined the Shapira Fragments, ancient texts that challenge our understanding of the Bible entirely! Despite their conviction, Berlin's academic authorities dismissed

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Torah Pearls - Season 2 - Vayelech

| Jason SpiritualBabies

Then He inaugurated Joshua the son of Nun, and said, “Be strong and of good courage; for you shall bring the children of Israel into the land of which I swore to them, and I will be with you.” - Deuteronomy 31:23 Join us for this year's Tanakh Tour of Israel! [sc_embed_player fileurl="ht

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Israel On My Mind – Healing Sore Fingers and Hosting Rock Classics

| Jason SpiritualBabies

Israel On My Mind – Healing Sore Fingers and Hosting Rock Classics

This week, we examine the bones of the nation from the uncovering of an ancient synagogue from a Philistine burial ground. We chat about Israel’s eye in the sky over Rio and how victims of car theft are using drones to find them. Don’t forget you can join the conversation on Israel On My Mind

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Gleanings From Genesis - Dr James Tabor & Ross Nichols - Episode #2

| Ross Nichols

Gleanings From Genesis - Dr James Tabor & Ross Nichols - Episode #2

In Episode Two of Gleanings from Genesis, the details of 'day one' and the 'second day' are discussed. Working through the Transparent English Bible (Genesis 1:1-8), the rhythm and cadence of the original Hebrew are highlighted. What begins to emerge is an ancient story of the transformation of a d

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Wars, Earthquakes, & Evangelists - Jono & Jason

| Jason SpiritualBabies

Wars, Earthquakes, & Evangelists - Jono & Jason

What is this week's apocalyptic forecast? Is there such a thing as an undercover counter-missionary? Should we honour the memory of renown Christian evangelists? All this and more in this week's J&J News! Join us for this year's Tanakh Tour of Israel! [sc_embed_player fileurl="https://truth2u.

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Why Doesn't Judaism Accept the Christian Messiah? - Tovia Singer

| Rabbi Tovia Singer

Why Doesn't  Judaism Accept the Christian Messiah? - Tovia Singer

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Eo9qZoJiqgk Listen as Rabbi Tovia Singer of OutreachJudaism.org discusses his newly released two volume resource entitled "Let’s Get Biblical - Why Doesn't Judaism Accept the Christian Messiah?" This new encyclopedic work, in excess of 900 pages, is packed with n

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Yoel ben Shlomo - The Issue of Milk & Meat

| Yoel Halevi

Yoel ben Shlomo - The Issue of Milk & Meat

Truth2U Radio is hosted, edited, and produced by Jono Vandor and all programs are made freely available to download. If these programs have been a blessing to you please consider showing your support by contributing a donation or partnering with Truth2U on a weekly or monthly basis. Thank you fo

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Torah Pearls - Season 2 - Devarim - Rabbi Tovia Singer, Jono & Jason

| Rabbi Tovia Singer

Torah Pearls - Season 2 - Devarim - Rabbi Tovia Singer, Jono & Jason

The Lord your God has multiplied you, and here you are today, as the stars of heaven in multitude. May the Lord God of your fathers make you a thousand times more numerous than you are, and bless you as He has promised you! - Deuteronomy 1:10-11 [karma_by_kadar__simple_player title="Truth2U" src="

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The Ten Words - Word Three - Ross & Jono

| Ross Nichols

Remember, observe, or sanctify Shabbat? Join Ross and Jono as they compare ancient documents that claim to record the Ten Commandments accurately. Even Exodus and Deuteronomy contain significant variations from each other. https://youtu.be/RBdgbMqYhV8?list=PLzmklBloXBL8ZPUPmjor5sJ-N4cRvKnDL&

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Torah Pearls - Season 2 - Yitro - Rabbi Tovia Singer, Jono & Jason

| Rabbi Tovia Singer

Torah Pearls - Season 2 - Yitro - Rabbi Tovia Singer, Jono & Jason

And the Lord said to Moses, “Behold, I come to you in the thick cloud, that the people may hear when I speak with you and believe in you forever. - Exodus 19:9 https://www.tanakhtours.com/november-2021/

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Yoel ben Shlomo - The Unity & Diversity of Jews

| Yoel Halevi

Yoel ben Shlomo - The Unity & Diversity of Jews

Listen in as Yoel explains the differing sects and expressions of Jews throughout history. [audio:https://truth2u.org/wp-content/uploads/2012/04/Truth2U-Yoel-ben-Shlomo-Jews.mp3|titles=Truth2U - Yoel ben Shlomo - Jews] Download this episode (right click and save) * Both the intro &a

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Torah Pearls - Season 2 - Shoftim

| Rabbi Tovia Singer

Torah Pearls - Season 2 - Shoftim

You shall appoint judges and officers in all your gates, which the Lord your God gives you, according to your tribes, and they shall judge the people with just judgment. - Deuteronomy 16:18 Join us for this year's Tanakh Tour of Israel! [karma_by_kadar__simple_player title="Truth2U" src="https:

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Torah Pearls - Korach - Numbers 16:1-18:32 - Nehemia Gordon & Keith Johnson

| Nehemia Gordon

Torah Pearls - Korach - Numbers 16:1-18:32 - Nehemia Gordon & Keith Johnson

In the rebellion against Moses & Aaron, did Korah, Dathan and Abiram establish a rival tabernacle? Who are the "men of renown"? Were Korah's sons also among those swallowed by the earth? What is the significance of the censer for burning incense? Join us for this year's Tanakh Tour of Israel!

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Keith Johnson - Five Smooth Stones from the Valley of Elah

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Keith Johnson - Five Smooth Stones from the Valley of Elah

Then he took his staff in his hand and chose five smooth stones from the brook and put them in his shepherd's pouch. His sling was in his hand, and he approached the Philistine. - 1 Samuel 17:40 Looking to the fortress of Elah from the valley - Photo by Dan & Heidi Herman The brook in

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The Messiah in Psalm 110 - Answering 119

| Jason SpiritualBabies

The Messiah in Psalm 110 - Answering 119

119 Ministries says that the only available option regarding Psalm 110 is that it refers to the Messiah and they hold that 'the' Messiah is Jesus. Jono and Jason explore what 119 has to say and then what the Tanakh has to say. Tanakh Tour November 2016 Spiritualbabies.net

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Exploring Psalms – Chapter 14 – Rabbi Michael Skobac

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Exploring Psalms – Chapter 14 – Rabbi Michael Skobac

Join Rabbi Michael Skobac and Jono as they explore the Book of Psalms, chapter by chapter. Who composed the Psalm? What is it about and what was happening in the life of the author at the time of the composition? How does it apply to us today? Also, what would Christianity have us believe about each

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Yoel ben Shlomo - The 39 Prohibitions of Shabbat and Other Grey Areas

| Yoel Halevi

Yoel ben Shlomo - The 39 Prohibitions of Shabbat and Other Grey Areas

[audio:https://truth2u.org/wp-content/uploads/2012/02/Truth2U-Yoel-ben-Shlomo-The-39-Prohibitions-of-Shabbat-and-Other-Grey-Areas.mp3|titles=Truth2U - Yoel ben Shlomo - The 39 Prohibitions of Shabbat and Other Grey Areas] Download this episode (right click and save) * Both the intro

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Ira Michaelson - Treasures from the Tanakh - Job 40:1-41:34

| Ira Michaelson

Ira Michaelson - Treasures from the Tanakh - Job 40:1-41:34

Now take the Behemoth, whom I made as I did you...He is the first of God's works; Only his Maker can draw the sword against him...Can you draw out Leviathan by a fishhook? ...Lay a hand on him and you will never think of battle again! - Job 40 Truth2U Radio is hosted, edited, and produced by Jo

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Exploring Psalms - Chapter 9 - Death Of The Son

| Rabbi Michael Skobac

Exploring Psalms - Chapter 9 - Death Of The Son

Join Rabbi Michael Skobac and Jono as they explore the Book of Psalms, chapter by chapter. Who composed the Psalm? What is it about and what was happening in the life of the author at the time of the composition? How does it apply to us today? Also, what would Christianity have us believe about each

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Nehemia Gordon - The Secret of Counting the Days (Part One)

| Nehemia Gordon

Nehemia Gordon - The Secret of Counting the Days (Part One)

http://youtu.be/nHDsj0y7EiY Like Nehemia's Facebook page by clicking here. Thanks to Jason SpiritualBabies for the video. Visit SpiritualBabies.net Truth2U Radio is hosted, edited, and produced by Jono Vandor and all programs are made freely available to download. If these programs have bee

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Yoel ben Shlomo - Temple Centrality and Jeroboam's Mistake

| Yoel Halevi

Yoel joined the 3T Tour one evening in Jerusalem and encouraged the group to seek unity as we hope and wait for the fulfillment of prophecy, the restoration of the Temple that bears God's Name. Truth2U Radio is hosted, edited, and produced by Jono Vandor and all programs are made freely availab

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The Ten Words - Word One - Ross and Jono

| Ross Nichols

In this episode, Ross and Jono discuss and compare WORD ONE, the prohibition against idolatry, in their ongoing discussion of the Ten Words. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sExyoPUT8Ts&list=PLzmklBloXBL8ZPUPmjor5sJ-N4cRvKnDL&index=2 TANAKHTOURS.COM

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Torah Pearls - Season 2 - Vayechi

| Ross Nichols

Torah Pearls - Season 2 - Vayechi

Joseph was 17 years old when sold into slavery and Jacob lived 17 years in Egypt with Joseph, is there a significance to the number 17? What is the meaning of the name El Shaddai? Why was Ephraim blessed as the firstborn? What is the meaning of the phrase "until Shiloh comes"? Why didn't Jacob want

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Ira Michaelson - Treasures from the Tanakh - Job 2:1-3:26

| Ira Michaelson

Ira Michaelson - Treasures from the Tanakh - Job 2:1-3:26

What is known about the council of God? Did Job have leprosy? Moreover, was he in a literal hell while wishing to be in Sheol? Did all his misery befall Job on his birthday? Truth2U Radio is hosted, edited, and produced by Jono Vandor and all programs are made freely available to download. If t

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365 Messianic Prophecies - 30-46

| Rabbi Michael Skobac

30. Leviticus14:11...The leper cleansed-Sign to priesthood.Luke 5:12-14; Acts 6:7 31. Leviticus16:15-17...Prefigures Christ's once-for-all death...Hebrews 9:7-14 32. Leviticus16:27...Suffering outside the Camp...Matthew 27:33; Hebrews 13:11, 12 33. Leviticus17:11...The Blood-the life of the f

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Ebal, Gerizim, & The Moses Scroll - Theological and Geographical Challenges

| Ross Nichols

Two mounts, Gerizim and Ebal, are associated with a ceremony to be performed when the children of Israel cross into the promised land. The details of the ceremony are mentioned in Deuteronomy chapters 11 and 27, and also in Joshua chapter 8 where, according to the narrative, the ceremony actually t

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Tovia Singer - Daniel 9 & the Word of Jeremiah

| Rabbi Tovia Singer

Tovia Singer - Daniel 9 & the Word of Jeremiah

For thus says YHVH: After seventy years are completed at Babylon, I will visit you and perform My good word toward you, and cause you to return to this place. For I know the thoughts that I think toward you, says YHVH, thoughts of peace and not of evil, to give you a future and a hope. Then yo

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Schmoozing with Shukie on the Sea of Galilee

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Schmoozing with Shukie on the Sea of Galilee

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eDP1hpQvs9U This is Bridget's 2nd video! On a perfect day and aboard a boat on the Sea of Galilee, Jono chatted with Skukie the tour guide about his Jewish heritage and the saving of Bulgarian Jews during World War 2. Truth2U Radio is hosted, edited, and produced b

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Yoel ben Shlomo - Light of the Prophets - Judges 8:30-9:57

| Yoel Halevi

Yoel ben Shlomo - Light of the Prophets - Judges 8:30-9:57

What is the difference between a wife and a concubine? Who is Ba'al of the Covenant? Is Avimelech an anti-type of his father? What is the meaning of Yotam's parable? Most importantly, where is the city of beer today? Did God send a spirit of ill will or a bad mood? Where is the "belly button" of t

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Yoel ben Shlomo - Light of the Prophets - Joshua 6:1-8:29

| Yoel Halevi

Yoel ben Shlomo - Light of the Prophets - Joshua 6:1-8:29

Yoel explains the archaeological significance of Jericho. What does it mean that the wall fell upon itself? Did it fall on a Shabbat? We also discuss the defeat at Ai and the sin of Achan. Yoel ben Shlomo – Touring Joshua’s Altar on Mount Ebal [audio:https://truth2u.org/wp-content/uploads/20

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Israel On My Mind – Pure Imagination

| Jason SpiritualBabies

Israel On My Mind – Pure Imagination

This week, Jono and Jason remember the laughs and smiles that Gene Wilder gifted the world and the ‘pure imagination’ that drives Israel to create and expand into new areas every day. This week, it’s about saving lives in Italy, saving animals in Gaza, a chance for YOU to support Israel and ex

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The Ten Words - Word Four - Honor Your Father and Your Mother - Ross & Jono

| Ross Nichols

Episode five explores the significant commandment - "Honor Your Father and Your Mother," a unique commandment among the ten, for it holds a promise, or does it? Timed perfectly between Mother's Day and Father's Day, this episode will delve into seven versions of this profound directive, discussing

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The Ten Words - The Moses Scroll Covenant - Ross & Jono

| Ross Nichols

Join Ross & Jono for the climactic finale of their riveting series on The Ten Words. In this final episode (Episode 14), your hosts bring the spotlight to the Moses Scroll, as they unveil the fascinating intricacies of this enigmatic ancient text's version of the Ten Words. Throughout the serie

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Tovia Singer - What's With Satan in Zechariah 3 ?

| Rabbi Tovia Singer

Tovia Singer - What's With Satan in Zechariah 3 ?

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PJZX0Suerko&feature=youtu.be Then he showed me Joshua the high priest standing before the messenger of Yehovah, and the satan standing at his right hand to oppose him. And Yehovah said to the satan, “Yehovah rebuke you!" - Zechariah 3:1-2 As a Part 2 to the S

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Here We Ganneau Again - The Moses Scroll - Ross K Nichols

| Ross Nichols

In this podcast, "Here We Ganneau Again," Ross and Jono cover some of the old theories that have been rehashed again and again, even recently. In 1883, Monsieur Clermont-Ganneau, put forth a theory that the forger cut the bottom off of a Torah scroll to make his "fake" manuscript. We also discuss w

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Torah Pearls - Season 2 - Vaera - Rabbi Tovia Singer, Jono & Jason

| Rabbi Tovia Singer

Torah Pearls - Season 2 - Vaera - Rabbi Tovia Singer, Jono & Jason

Did the patriarchs know the name of God? In what capacity was Aaron Moses' Prophet? Did God harden Pharaoh's heart and if so does Pharaoh have free will? Why was Pharaoh in the river early in the morning? The answers to these questions and more in this week's Torah Pearls! Tovia Singer – Passov

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Nehemia Gordon & Keith Johnson - Torah Pearls on the Prophets - Isaiah 54:1-55:5

| Nehemia Gordon

Nehemia Gordon & Keith Johnson - Torah Pearls on the Prophets - Isaiah 54:1-55:5

Enlarge the place of your tent, and let them stretch out the curtains of your dwellings; Do not spare; Lengthen your cords, and strengthen your stakes. For you shall expand to the right and to the left, and your descendants will inherit the nations, and make the desolate cities inhabited. - Is

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Israel On My Mind - SEX - The Topic Too Hot For Radio!

| Jason SpiritualBabies

Is Israel the sexiest place on the planet? Is Israel using sex to undermine those who stand against it? Some people say so. Join Jono and Jason in this saucy jaunt into some of the silly, serious but mostly sexy stories related to Israel this week! [audio:https://truth2u.org/wp-content/uploads/Au

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Ira Michaelson - Treasures from the Tanakh - Job 22:1-30

| Ira Michaelson

Ira Michaelson - Treasures from the Tanakh - Job 22:1-30

Here in chapter 22 is Eliphaz's misguided last ditch effort in convicting Job and bringing him to repentance and reconciliation with God. Truth2U Radio is hosted, edited, and produced by Jono Vandor and all programs are made freely available to download. If these programs have been a blessing t

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Scratching the Surface of Newly Discovered Inscriptions at Siloam?

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Scratching the Surface of Newly Discovered Inscriptions at Siloam?

Join Ross K. Nichols and Jono Vandor as they begin to discuss the recent announcements of newly discovered inscriptions in the underground tunnels at the City of David. Who is making the claim and what are they claiming to have discovered/deciphered? What do the inscriptions say? Ross and Jono only

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Dublin’s Jewish History – Israel On My Mind

| Jason SpiritualBabies

Dublin’s Jewish History – Israel On My Mind

This week Ross is on top secret training in the holy land and Jono has a special guest. Long time listeners will remember Jason from the show! In today’s show, Jono and Jason discuss Ireland’s 1000-year-old Jewish past, Dublin’s Jewish Museum and Jason’s Jewish guided walking tour through

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Nehushtan: The Bronze Serpent - Ross & Jono

| Ross Nichols

Nehushtan: The Bronze Serpent - Ross & Jono

Dive deep into one of the Hebrew Bible's most mystifying tales, found in the Book of Numbers. In a world where consequences befall the rebellious, serpents strike the Israelites, bringing venomous pain and agony. But salvation comes in an unexpected form—a shimmering bronze serpent, raised high o

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Yoel Halevi - Se'or, Chametz & Matza in Exodus 12:15

| Yoel Halevi

Yoel Halevi - Se'or, Chametz & Matza in Exodus 12:15

I think this was the first program I ever recorded with Yoel Halevi. Join us for this year's Tanakh Tour of Israel! [karma_by_kadar__simple_player title="Truth2U" src="https://truth2u.org/wp-content/uploads/2011/04/Truth2U-Yoel-ben-Shlomo-Leaven-Matzah.mp3" volume="0.9" autoplay="true" downloa

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Rabbi Michael Skobac - Christmas Special Part 2 – Isaiah 9:6-7 – Unto Us, A Child Is Born

| Rabbi Michael Skobac

Rabbi Michael Skobac -  Christmas Special Part 2 – Isaiah 9:6-7 – Unto Us, A Child Is Born

For unto us a Child is born, Unto us a Son is given; And the government will be upon His shoulder. And His name will be called Wonderful, Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace. Of the increase of His government and peace There will be no end, Upon the throne of David and over H

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Nehemia Gordon Live from the Shrine of the Book - Pt 7 - The Aleppo Codex

| Nehemia Gordon

Nehemia Gordon Live from the Shrine of the Book - Pt 7 - The Aleppo Codex

  http://youtu.be/NFgIu8z4oqo Audio: Truth2U.org Video: Spiritualbabies.net Click here for Nehemia Gordon's Facebook Page Truth2U is the result of dedicated hours of production. It is a full time operation, completely funded by the donations of listeners who value the information. If

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365 Messianic Prophecies - Episode #14 - Rabbi Michael Skobac

| Rabbi Michael Skobac

365 Messianic Prophecies - Episode #14 - Rabbi Michael Skobac

Join us as we continue to investigate the alleged

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INFAMOUS: The Story of the Siloam Inscription's Discovery

| Ross Nichols

INFAMOUS: The Story of the Siloam Inscription's Discovery

This episode promises to weave together the lesser-known connection of Moses Shapira with one of Jerusalem's most ancient treasures, the Siloam Inscription, and the poignant story of a young boy whose discovery in 1880 leads to an adoption by the Spafford family, known for their tragic narrativ

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How old is the Earth? - Nehemia Gordon

| Nehemia Gordon

How old is the Earth? - Nehemia Gordon

In the beginning God created the heavens and the earth. The earth was without form, and void; and darkness was on the face of the deep. And the Spirit of God was hovering over the face of the waters. - Genesis 1:1-2 nehemiaswall.com If you have been blessed by a program please support Tr

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The Messiah, What Are Jews Expecting? - Rabbi Eli Cohen

| Rabbi Eli Cohen

The Messiah, What Are Jews Expecting? - Rabbi Eli Cohen

According to the Tanakh, what qualifications are Jews to look for in the coming messiah? Will the messiah be a resurrected David? Is the messiah required to be perfect? Join us on the Tanakh Tour of Israel Jews For Judaism Australia Truth2U is only made possible though your kind donations.

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Torah Pearls - Season 2- Mishpatim

| Ken Lane

Torah Pearls - Season 2- Mishpatim

Behold, I send an Angel before you to keep you in the way and to bring you into the place which I have prepared. Beware of Him and obey His voice; do not provoke Him, for He will not pardon your transgressions; for My name is in Him. - Exodus 23:20-21 Join us for this year's Tanakh Tour of Israel

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Through Whom Must the Messiah Descend? - Rabbi Michael Skobac

| Rabbi Michael Skobac

"Second Samuel Seven Sixteen" is a tongue twister for Christianity for more reasons than one! Listen as Michael Skobac explains the messianic significance of 2 Sam 7:12-16. This segment was taken from a study that investigated 365 "messianic prophecies" that Christians claim Jesus fulfilled from the

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Torah Pearls - Beshalach - Exodus 13:17-17:16 - Nehemia Gordon & Keith Johnson

| Nehemia Gordon

Torah Pearls - Beshalach - Exodus 13:17-17:16 - Nehemia Gordon & Keith Johnson

Join us for this year's Tanakh Tour of Israel! [karma_by_kadar__simple_player title="Truth2U" src="https://truth2u.org/wp-content/uploads/2012/02/Truth2U-Nehemia-and-Keith-Beshalach1.mp3" volume="0.9" autoplay="true" downloadable="true" color="1"] [wp-post-slider]

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What Is The History & Significance Of The Golan?

| Rabbi Tovia Singer

What Is The History & Significance Of The Golan?

Where is the Biblical region of Bashan? Is Gamla the Golan "Masada"? Is it ever justified to take one's own life? Who was Mossad hero Eli Cohen? Listen as Rabbi Tovia Singer talk Jason & Jono through the history of the northern most point of Israel, the Golan Heights. Tanakh Tour November 2016

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365 Messianic Prophecies - Episode 22 - Isaiah 53, If Not Jesus, Then Who? - Rabbi Michael Skobac

| Rabbi Michael Skobac

365 Messianic Prophecies - Episode 22 - Isaiah 53, If Not Jesus, Then Who? - Rabbi Michael Skobac

Join us as we continue to investigate the alleged 365 messianic prophesies in the Tanakh that Jesus supposedly fulfilled in the New Testament! Join us for this year's Tanakh Tour of Israel! [sc_embed_player fileurl="https://truth2u.org/wp-content/uploads/Audio/Truth2U%20-%20Michael%20Skobac%20

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Egypt/Jordan & Israel: Announcing the upcoming Tanakh Tours!

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Ross K. Nichols and Jono Vandor discuss their recent Tanakh Tours of Israel and Jordan and their upcoming ultimate Tanakh Tours of Egypt/Jordan and Israel. Follow the link to learn more and secure your place with a deposit. Book before January 2023 to receive an early-bird discount. Book both tours

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William Vandor's Bar Mitzvah In Loving Memory Of His Brother, Jonah.

| Yoel Halevi

William Vandor's Bar Mitzvah In Loving Memory Of His Brother, Jonah.

Our awesome and much-loved son, Bela Ben Yehonatan (known to most as Will or Bill), has turned 13 years old! He was determined to do his Bar Mitzvah and honour the memory of his beloved older brother, our firstborn son Jonah, whom we sadly lost 6 months ago. Will studied hard with Rabbi Tovia Singer

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The Text Of The Moses Scroll – Episode #14 – Ross K Nichols

| Ross Nichols

The Text Of The Moses Scroll – Episode #14 – Ross K Nichols

In this program, Ross & Jono make an exciting announcement and also discuss the next commandment "You shall not steal" discussing how The Moses Scroll's rendering of the commandment has more in common with Leviticus 19 and Zechariah 5 than Exodus 20 and Deuteronomy 5. https://re

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Will God Ever Forgive Your Sins? - Tovia Singer

| Rabbi Tovia Singer

Will God Ever Forgive Your Sins? - Tovia Singer

Now when he was in affliction, he implored the Lord his God, and humbled himself greatly before the God of his fathers, and prayed to Him; and He received his entreaty, heard his supplication, and brought him back to Jerusalem into his kingdom. Then Manasseh knew that the Lord was God. - 2 Chronicle

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Torah Pearls - Vayeilech - Deuteronomy 31:1-31:30 - Nehemia Gordon & Keith Johnson

| Nehemia Gordon

Torah Pearls - Vayeilech - Deuteronomy 31:1-31:30 - Nehemia Gordon & Keith Johnson

Does Truth2U assist the Christian faith by promoting its idolatry over Torah observance? What is "dual causality"? What does it mean to be "strong and courageous"? We are to gather and listen to the Torah read every seven years, but is it our job to go out and convert people? Do we believe in the "l

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Yoel ben Shlomo - Light of the Prophets - 1 Samuel 24:1-25:1

| Yoel Halevi

Yoel ben Shlomo - Light of the Prophets - 1 Samuel 24:1-25:1

And he said to his men, “Yehovah forbid that I should do this thing to my master, Yehovah’s messiah, to stretch out my hand against him, seeing he is the messiah of Yehovah.” - 1 Samuel 24:6 Truth2U Radio is hosted, edited, and produced by Jono Vandor and all programs are made freely

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Bibi's Big Win & BDS Backfires - Israel On My Mind - Jono & Ross

| Ross Nichols

Bibi's Big Win & BDS Backfires - Israel On My Mind - Jono & Ross

In this week's show, Ross and Jono share their thoughts on the recent Israeli elections, Bibi's win, and rumours about the contents of the long-awaited peace plan being called the "Deal of the Century." Bibi's opponents aren't the only losers covered in this week's show. Iran is mad that the U.S. li

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'Is Yeshua God? Part 2' Answering New2Torah's Video.

| Jason SpiritualBabies

'Is Yeshua God? Part 2' Answering New2Torah's Video.

Jono was mentioned in a video by Zachery Bauer in which Zachery attempts to answer the question 'Is Yeshua God' - so Jono & Jason decided to 'test' the concepts mentioned. You can watch the video we are referencing here. Join us for this year's Tanakh Tour of Israel! 365 Messianic Propheci

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Torah Pearls - Season 2 - Kedoshim - Jono, Jason, & Ross

| Ross Nichols

Torah Pearls - Season 2 - Kedoshim - Jono, Jason, & Ross

You shall not make any cuttings in your flesh for the dead, nor tattoo any marks on you: I am the Lord. - Leviticus 19:28 Join us for this year's Tanakh Tour of Israel! [karma_by_kadar__simple_player title="Truth2U" src="https://truth2u.org/wp-content/uploads/Audio/Truth2U%20-%20Torah%20Pearls

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Gleanings From Genesis - TOP TEN - Dr James Tabor & Ross Nichols - Episode #8

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Gleanings From Genesis - TOP TEN - Dr James Tabor & Ross Nichols - Episode #8

Top Ten Genesis Gleanings (Chapters 1-3) At the first of ELOHIM creating … ordering not origin of the universe ELOHIM=EL/Eloah, EL Elyon, EL Shaddai=Force or power, thus “the Force of all Forces” and the concept of the nameless “unnamed” One YeHoVah used for the first time in 2:4 is not a

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Torah Pearls - Season 2 - Bechukotai - Jono & Jason

| Jason SpiritualBabies

Torah Pearls - Season 2 - Bechukotai - Jono & Jason

But if they confess their iniquity and the iniquity of their fathers, with their unfaithfulness in which they were unfaithful to Me, and that they also have walked contrary to Me, and that I also have walked contrary to them and have brought them into the land of their enemies; if their uncircumcise

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Ira Michaelson - Treasures from the Tanakh - Job 38:1-39:30

| Yoel Halevi

Ira Michaelson - Treasures from the Tanakh - Job 38:1-39:30

Do you give the horse his might? Do you clothe his neck with a mane? Do you make him leap like the locust? His majestic snorting is terrifying. He paws in the valley and exults in his strength; he goes out to meet the weapons. He laughs at fear and is not dismayed; he does not turn back from the

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Who is the Messenger of Malachi Chapter 3? - Tovia Singer

| Rabbi Tovia Singer

Who is the Messenger of Malachi Chapter 3? - Tovia Singer

Behold, I send My messenger, and he will prepare the way before Me. And the Lord, whom you seek, will suddenly come to His temple, even the Messenger of the covenant, in whom you delight. Behold, He is coming,” Says Yehovah of hosts. - Malachi 3:1 OutreachJudaism.org Please support T

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The Moabitica Scandal - Ross K Nichols

| Ross Nichols

The Moabitica Scandal - Ross K Nichols

Shortly after the discovery of the Mesha Stele (Moabite Stone) in 1868, artifacts purportedly discovered in Transjordan and testifying to an ancient Moabite culture made their way to the Jerusalem shop of Moses Wilhelm Shapira. They were initially believed to be authentic. The Germans, having recen

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The Kingdom Chronicles – Episode #3 – Jono & Ross

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The Kingdom Chronicles – Episode #3 – Jono & Ross

In episode three, Jono & Ross finally arrive at Deuteronomy 17:14-20, the Torah of the King. Why didn't they begin with this passage in episode 1? In fact, why didn't anybody mention this passage within the appointment of Abimelech in Judges 9:6 or the demand for a king in 1 Sam 8:5? Moreover,

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The Ten Words - Ross & Jono

| Ross Nichols

Discover the hidden depths of The Ten Words in a captivating new podcast series! Join Ross K. Nichols and Jono Vandor, as they embark on an engaging and challenging journey through one of the most significant topics in the Hebrew Bible - The Ten Words. Often referred to as The Ten Commandments, the

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Yom Teruah - Yoel Halevi

| Yoel Halevi

Yom Teruah - Yoel Halevi

Then the Lord spoke to Moses, saying, “Speak to the children of Israel, saying: ‘In the seventh month, on the first day of the month, you shall have a sabbath-rest, a memorial of blowing of trumpets, a holy convocation. You shall do no customary work on it; and you shall offer an offering made b

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Torah Pearls - Season 2 - Shemini - Rabbi Tovia Singer, Jono & Jason

| Rabbi Tovia Singer

Torah Pearls - Season 2 - Shemini - Rabbi Tovia Singer, Jono & Jason

Then Nadab and Abihu, the sons of Aaron, each took his censer and put fire in it, put incense on it, and offered profane fire before the Lord, which He had not commanded them. So fire went out from the Lord and devoured them, and they died before the Lord. - Leviticus 10:1-2 Join us for this year

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Torah Pearls Quick Fix - Commandments 5 through 10

| Rabbi Tovia Singer

How do the first 5 commandments correlate to the last 5 commandments? Listen as Tovia, Jason & Jono discuss Exodus 20:12-17 Join us on the Tanakh Tour of Israel OutreachJudaism.org Spiritualbabies.net Truth2U is only made possible though your kind donations. Please support the production o

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Water, Sugar, & Snails – A Recipe for Laughter – Israel on My Mind

| Penina Taylor

Water, Sugar, & Snails – A Recipe for Laughter – Israel on My Mind

In this week’s show, Jono and guest co-host Penina Taylor talk about the Jordan River, a new Israeli invention to replace sugar with fruit, the discovery of a Biblical era purple dye industry and so much more. Tune in for another episode of musings, observations and health advice from Israel on Wa

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The Biblical Blessings & Curses - Jono & Ross

| Ross Nichols

https://youtu.be/2GKQyZS-zfI

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Restoring Abrahamic Faith by Dr James Tabor

| James Tabor

Jono and Jason speak with Dr James Tabor about his book, Restoring Abrahamic Faith. Listen to me, you who pursue righteousness, you who seek the Lord:look to the rock from which you were hewn... Look to Abraham your father...Isaiah 51

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Yoel ben Shlomo - Confession Box + 1 Samuel 14:36-52

| Yoel Halevi

Yoel ben Shlomo - Confession Box + 1 Samuel 14:36-52

Listen as Yoel breaks out of the box and begins this episode of Light of the Prophets with a point blank confession! Truth2U Radio is hosted, edited, and produced by Jono Vandor and all programs are made freely available to download. If these programs have been a blessing to you please consider

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Torah Pearls - Vaetchanan - Deuteronomy 3:23-7:11 - Nehemia Gordon & Keith Johnson

| Nehemia Gordon

Torah Pearls - Vaetchanan - Deuteronomy 3:23-7:11 - Nehemia Gordon & Keith Johnson

Vaetchanan is perhaps the crown jewel of Torah portions. It contains the Shema in Deuteronomy 6:4. But what do the Hebrew words "Shema" and "Echad" mean and why is this single verse so important? Also in this program: Is Jesus/Yeshua a victim of character assassination? What are the Noahide laws? Wa

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Ira Michaelson - Treasures from the Tanakh - Job 30:1-31

| Ira Michaelson

Ira Michaelson - Treasures from the Tanakh - Job 30:1-31

And now my soul is poured out because of my plight; The days of affliction take hold of me. My bones are pierced in me at night, And my gnawing pains take no rest. Job 30:16-17 Truth2U Radio is hosted, edited, and produced by Jono Vandor and all programs are made freely available to download.

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Humpty Dumpty and the Hounds of Hell – Israel On My Mind

| Ross Nichols

Humpty Dumpty and the Hounds of Hell – Israel On My Mind

In this week’s show, your hosts wade into the crazy world of U.S. politics, specifically as it relates to the so-called “Squad,” the descriptor used in reference to four congresswomen. Will Netanyahu prevent Rashida Tlaib and her team from entering Israel? Interestingly, the Humpty Dumpty Inst

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New Licks for Leftists – Israel on My Mind - Jono & Ross

| Ross Nichols

New Licks for Leftists – Israel on My Mind - Jono & Ross

In this week’s show, Jono puts Ross on the spot and has him take a religion quiz online while he covers stats about the quiz from Pew Research. Strange stories from the animal kingdom are covered in this episode. We have a frog that found his way into a bag of kosher certified lettuce, the myster

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Yoel ben Shlomo - Light of the Prophets - 1 Samuel 18:1-16 + The Issue of Tzitzit & the Kippa

| Yoel Halevi

Yoel ben Shlomo - Light of the Prophets - 1 Samuel 18:1-16 + The Issue of Tzitzit & the Kippa

...the soul of Jonathan was knit to the soul of David and Jonathan loved him as his own soul. - 1 Samuel 18:1 Yoel ben Shlomo – Should Women Wear Tzitzit? Truth2U Radio is hosted, edited, and produced by Jono Vandor and all programs are made freely available to download. If these progr

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The Jerusalem Stone Tablet Inscription - Jono & Ross

| Ross Nichols

The Jerusalem Stone Tablet Inscription - Jono & Ross

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sFCD6vAzr5c

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Ira Michaelson - Treasures from the Tanakh - Job 4:1-4:21

| Ira Michaelson

Ira Michaelson - Treasures from the Tanakh - Job 4:1-4:21

Is Job in fact King Jobab of Genesis 36:33-34? Who is Eliphaz and what does his name mean? Who was the shadowy figure that Eliphaz encountered in his vision? Why does Eliphaz mention a tent cord in Job 4:21? Truth2U Radio is hosted, edited, and produced by Jono Vandor and all programs are made

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Will God Ever Forgive Your Sins? - Tovia Singer

| Rabbi Tovia Singer

Will God Ever Forgive Your Sins? - Tovia Singer

Now when he was in affliction, he implored the Lord his God, and humbled himself greatly before the God of his fathers, and prayed to Him; and He received his entreaty, heard his supplication, and brought him back to Jerusalem into his kingdom. Then Manasseh knew that the Lord was God. - 2 Chronicle

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Exploring Psalms - Chapter 5

| Rabbi Michael Skobac

Exploring Psalms - Chapter 5

Join Rabbi Michael Skobac and Jono as they explore the Book of Psalms, chapter by chapter. Who composed the Psalm? What is it about and what was happening in the life of the author at the time of the composition? How does it apply to us today? Also, what would Christianity have us believe about each

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Philistine Beer and Steam Punk Music – Israel on My Mind - Jono & Ross

| Ross Nichols

Philistine Beer and Steam Punk Music – Israel on My Mind - Jono & Ross

In this week’s show, Ross and Jono share some of their views on the recent Eurovision contest. They also report on a new tactic of El Al Airlines for fighting techno-metal steampunk BDS activists. There is a new “old beer” made from six strains of ancient yeast. A major expansion has been appr

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Yoel ben Shlomo - Light of the Prophets - 1 Samuel 15:1-9

| Yoel Halevi

Yoel ben Shlomo - Light of the Prophets - 1 Samuel 15:1-9

World War II memorial "Davidster" (Star of David) made by Dick Stins. Placed at the Marktstraat at the 12th of October 1967. The text at the side is in Dutch and Hebrew: Remember what Amalek has done to you...don't forget (DEUT : 25.17.19'). The Marktstraat used to be the place of the former Jew

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Biblical Beards – Where Manliness and Holiness Meet – Israel On My Mind

| Ross Nichols

Biblical Beards – Where Manliness and Holiness Meet – Israel On My Mind

In this episode Ross and Jono discuss Beards. Specifically Biblical beards. In a previous show the duo announced that Ross will soon be launching a new company – Biblical Beard Balm, and based upon inquiries they decided to do a show on the topic of beards. What does the Bible say about the subjec

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Where & How is the Book of Jasher Injected into the Tanakh?

| Ross Nichols

Where & How is the Book of Jasher Injected into the Tanakh?

Where is the Book of Jasher quoted in the Bible? How is it that we have verses from sources in our Scriptures but no longer have these books? This week, Ross and Jono discuss a question sent in by Richard Tescher. The discussion addresses the main question sent in by our listener but then takes the

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Torah Pearls - Season 2 - Ki Tavo - Rabbi Tovia Singer, Jono & Jason

| Rabbi Michael Skobac

The Lord will bring you and the king whom you set over you to a nation which neither you nor your fathers have known, and there you shall serve other gods—wood and stone. And you shall become an astonishment, a proverb, and a byword among all nations where the Lord will drive you. - Deuteronomy 28

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Torah Pearls - Season 2 - Vezot Haberakhah

| Rabbi Tovia Singer

This was one of the most uplifting and edifying shows that I ever participated in. When you tune into this stirring study of the closing passages of the Torah you will understand why this show is completely unique: all of Jewish history comes into view through the lens of our beloved Law Giver, Mose

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The Royal Visit... a step in the right direction? – Israel On My Mind

| Jason SpiritualBabies

The Royal Visit... a step in the right direction? – Israel On My Mind

This week Jono reflects on the Royal visit and asks Jason, who supports Israel and also the Royal family, how he feels about Prince William’s tour of Israel. -with Jono Vandor & Jason Vincent. Join us for this year's Tanakh Tour of Israel! [sg_popup id=2] [wp-post-slider]

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Gleanings from Genesis - A Garden In Eden - Dr James Tabor & Ross Nichols - Episode #6

| Ross Nichols

Gleanings from Genesis - A Garden In Eden - Dr James Tabor & Ross Nichols - Episode #6

In this episode of Gleanings from Genesis, Jono, James, and Ross pick up with the account of the happenings in a garden, located east in Eden. They carefully work through the narrative commenting on such things as the purpose of mankind according to Genesis, the introduction and naming of other lif

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Tovia Singer - What is His Son's Name?

| Rabbi Tovia Singer

Tovia Singer - What is His Son's Name?

"Who has ascended into heaven, or descended? Who has gathered the wind in His fists? Who has bound the waters in a garment? Who has established all the ends of the earth? What is His name, and what is His Son’s name, If you know?" - Proverbs 30:4 http://youtu.be/3HYH8UvfTuU outreachjuda

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The Cherubim: God's Guardian Angels? - Ross & Jono

| Ross Nichols

The Cherubim: God's Guardian Angels? - Ross & Jono

Uncover the mysteries of the Cherubim, beings far removed from the chubby angels of popular lore. These enigmatic figures challenge the depths of our imagination – are they guardians, divine entities, or something entirely beyond our comprehension? Delve into the Hebrew Bible with us to explore t

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Torah Pearls - Season 2 - Chayei Sarah - Tovia Singer, Jono & Jason

| Rabbi Tovia Singer

Torah Pearls - Season 2 - Chayei Sarah - Tovia Singer, Jono & Jason

And they blessed Rebekah and said to her: “Our sister, may you become the mother of thousands of ten thousands; And may your descendants possess the gates of those who hate them.” Then Rebekah and her maids arose, and they rode on the camels and followed the man. So the servant took Rebekah and

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Finding the Hand of Moses - THE Torah Within OUR Torah - Ross Nichols

| Ross Nichols

Finding the Hand of Moses - THE Torah Within OUR Torah - Ross Nichols

In this show, Jono and Ross discuss the research behind Ross’ forthcoming book, Finding the Hand of Moses - THE Torah Within OUR TorahThe first five books of the Bible are known as the Torah of Moses. According to tradition, they are believed to be the work of a single, ancient author – Moses

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Following Jesus... Out of Christianity - Ross Nichols

| Ross Nichols

Following Jesus... Out of Christianity - Ross Nichols

‘They have Moses and the prophets; let them hear them.’ And he said, ‘No, father Abraham; but if one goes to them from the dead, they will repent.’ But he said to him, ‘If they do not hear Moses and the prophets, neither will they be persuaded though one rise from the dead.’ - Lu

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Exploring Psalms - Chapter 2

| Rabbi Michael Skobac

Exploring Psalms - Chapter 2

Join Rabbi Michael Skobac and Jono as they explore the Book of Psalms, chapter by chapter. Who composed the Psalm? What is it about and what was happening in the life of the author at the time of the composition? How does it apply to us today? Also, what would Christianity have us believe about each

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Balaam’s Ass and the Chickpea Thief – Israel on My Mind - Jono & Ross

| Ross Nichols

Balaam’s Ass and the Chickpea Thief – Israel on My Mind - Jono & Ross

In this week’s show, Ross and Jono share the latest good and bad news out of the UN. It seems that they have taken up the noble cause of finding those countries that abuse the rights of women. The bad news is that Israel was identified as the world’s only violator. A Saudi blogger is assaulted o

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Gleanings From Genesis - Dr James Tabor & Ross Nichols - Episode #4

| Ross Nichols

Gleanings From Genesis - Dr James Tabor & Ross Nichols - Episode #4

In Episode Four, the 5th, 6th, and 7th days of the creation account are covered. The discussion follows the ordering of life culminating in the making of a distinct creature. This soil-creature is made in the image and likeness of Elohim. What is this one? All that is created is deemed very good, a

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Jono and Jason - Jesus is Jehovah?

| Jason SpiritualBabies

Jono and Jason - Jesus is Jehovah?

http://youtu.be/MjTgY5IIEX8   *Please like, subscribe and share* Join us for this year's Tanakh Tour of Israel! [wp-post-slider] Links: Nehemia Gordon - 3 card monty

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Torah Pearls Quick Fix - 3rd & 4th Commandments

| Rabbi Tovia Singer

What does it mean to take the name of God in vain? Is God a creationist? Did He need to rest on the seventh day? What is the difference between remembering and guarding Shabbat? Listen as Tovia, Jason & Jono discuss these questions and more from Exodus 20:7-11 Join us on the Tanakh Tour of Israel

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Yoel ben Shlomo -1 Samuel 8:1-22, + Update on Israel/Gaza Ceasefire

| Yoel Halevi

Yoel ben Shlomo -1 Samuel 8:1-22, + Update on Israel/Gaza Ceasefire

Yoel gives us an update on the ceasefire situation in Israel. Also, did Israel demand a demigod king like that of the nations? How does the behavior of the king in 1 Samuel 8:11-17 differ to the Torah of the king in Deuteronomy 17:14-20? Truth2U Radio is hosted, edited, and produced by Jono Van

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Are the Blessings truly missing in Deuteronomy? - Ross Nichols

| Ross Nichols

Are the Blessings truly missing in Deuteronomy? - Ross Nichols

The Bible tells of a ceremony that is to be completed once the children of Israel cross into the Promised Land. The Book of Deuteronomy describes the ceremony as a reciting of Blessings and Curses to be spoken from Mounts Gerizim and Ebal. The details of the ceremony are given in Deuteronomy 11, 27

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Christmas & the Appropriation of Paganism - Nehemia Gordon

| Nehemia Gordon

Christmas & the Appropriation of Paganism - Nehemia Gordon

Is it too little for you to have eaten up the good pasture, that you must tread down with your feet the residue of your pasture—and to have drunk of the clear waters, that you must foul the residue with your feet? And as for My flock, they eat what you have trampled with your feet, and they drink

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365 Messianic Prophecies - Episode #5 - The Messianic Line of David & Solomon - Rabbi Michael Skobac

| Rabbi Michael Skobac

365 Messianic Prophecies - Episode #5 - The Messianic Line of David & Solomon - Rabbi Michael Skobac

Join as we continue our study through 365 messianic prophecies from the Tanakh that Christians claim Jesus fulfilled! 47. Ruth 4:4-9...Christ, our kinsman, has redeemed us...Ephesians 1:3-7 48. 1 Samuel 2:10...Shall be an anointed King to the Lord...Matthew 28:18; John 12:15 49. 2 Samuel 7

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YHWH Exists - Jodell Onstott

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YHWH Exists - Jodell Onstott

Listen to Jodell Onstott as she talks about her newly released encyclopedic book, fifteen years in the making, YHWH Exists. Jodell will be on the Tanakh Tour this coming November along with Ross Nichols of Roots Of Faith, Rabbi Tovia Singer of Outreach Judaism, Jason of Spiritualbabies, & Jono of

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Ira Michaelson - Treasures from the Tanakh - Job 16:1-17:16

| Ira Michaelson

Ira Michaelson - Treasures from the Tanakh - Job 16:1-17:16

Again Job replies to his so-called friends but soon shifts his focus to God, pleading for somebody to testify on his behalf or else be allowed to die. Truth2U Radio is hosted, edited, and produced by Jono Vandor and all programs are made freely available to download. If these programs have been

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Yoel ben Shlomo - Kosher - The Issue of the Blood and the Fat

| Yoel Halevi

Yoel ben Shlomo - Kosher - The Issue of the Blood and the Fat

Truth2U Radio is hosted, edited, and produced by Jono Vandor and all programs are made freely available to download. If these programs have been a blessing to you please consider showing your support by contributing a donation or partnering with Truth2U on a monthly basis. Thank you for listenin

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The Kingdom Chronicles - Episode #1 - Jono & Ross

| Ross Nichols

The Kingdom Chronicles - Episode #1 - Jono & Ross

In the beginning, there was a special kingdom. This kingdom differed from all other kingdoms, but alas, the people of the kingdom chose to be like all the other kingdoms - and rejected their king. The roots of this rebellion go deep into the past and are reflected in the words of an ancient parable

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Join the 2021 Tanakh Tour of Israel Today!

| Tanakh Tours

Join the 2021 Tanakh Tour of Israel Today!

The Tanakh Tour, with Rabbi Tovia Singer, Jono Vandor, & Ross Nichols, will bring your Bible to life as you walk where Kings, Priests, and Prophets walked while experiencing the modern miracle that is the State of Israel. The tour highlights Israel's past, present and future, by uniq

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Keith Johnson - His Hallowed Name Revealed Again

| Nehemia Gordon

His Hallowed Name Revealed Again by Keith Johnson is now available in a 12 part DVD series! Truth2U Radio is hosted, edited, and produced by Jono Vandor and all programs are made freely available to download. If these programs have been a blessing to you please consider showing your support by co

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Shiloh - Where God Placed His Name at First

| Rabbi Tovia Singer

Shiloh - Where God Placed His Name at First

Shiloh is a peaceful and holy place; the place where God first made His Name abide for 369 years. It is a location rich in the biblical history of one of Israel's greatest prophets, Samuel. But what can be derived from Jeremiah chapter 7 as to the fate of Shiloh and can it ever again serve as a plac

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Nehemia Gordon & Keith Johnson - Pearls from the Torah Portion - Ki Tavo - Deuteronomy 26:1-29:8

| Nehemia Gordon

Nehemia Gordon & Keith Johnson - Pearls from the Torah Portion - Ki Tavo - Deuteronomy 26:1-29:8

What does it mean in Deuteronomy 26:5 where it says "my father was a Syrian"? What is the 2nd Tithe? What are the secret ingredients of Keith's breakfast green drink? Where is God's "holy habitation"? What is the one thing God will do with all His heart and with all His soul? Is the glorious and awe

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Elijah's Epic Mount Carmel Victory - Rabbi Tovia Singer

| Rabbi Tovia Singer

Elijah's Epic Mount Carmel Victory - Rabbi Tovia Singer

Listen to this fascinating study of Elijah’s epic victory over 450 priests of Baal atop Mount Carmel with the theophorically endowed, Rabbi Tovia Singer and Jono Vandor! Tanakh Tour November 2016 OutreachJudaism.org toviasinger.tv Above photo by Anna Jakubowski of No Limit Productions

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The Christmas Narrative As Told By Rabbi Tovia Singer

| Rabbi Tovia Singer

The Christmas Narrative As Told By Rabbi Tovia Singer

Have you ever wanted to hear the Christmas narrative told from a Jewish perspective? Can you imagine the story of the birth of Jesus narrated by an Orthodox Rabbi? Now you have that opportunity! Listen as Rabbi Tovia Singer recounts in detail the introductory events across the Gospels. More importan

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The Text Of The Moses Scroll – Episode #10 – Ross K Nichols

| Ross Nichols

The Text Of The Moses Scroll – Episode #10 – Ross K Nichols

On the lid of the Ark of the Covenant are two formed images of heavenly creatures known as Cherubim. They guard the two stone tablets upon which God inscribed the Ten Commandments. The first of these commandments states "You shall not make for yourselves a carved thing or any formed thing which is

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A Karaite Perspective - The Sanhedrin - Part 2 - Who Has The Authority & Why?

| Isaac Kight

A Karaite Perspective - The Sanhedrin - Part 2 - Who Has The Authority & Why?

Considering the history of the Sanhedrin and source of Rabbinic authority, where does Karaite Judaism derive its authority and how is it applied? Join Us On The Truth2U Israel Tour, November 2017 Silver Trumpets - The Sanhedrin Royal Attire & Esther Explained Bundle American Karaite Juda

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Nehemia Gordon - The War of the Sons of Light against the Sons of Darkness (Part Three)

| Nehemia Gordon

Nehemia Gordon - The War of the Sons of Light against the Sons of Darkness (Part Three)

http://youtu.be/XwrkdJSs-FU Like Nehemia's Facebook page by clicking here. Thanks to Jason SpiritualBabies for the video. Visit SpiritualBabies.net Truth2U Radio is hosted, edited, and produced by Jono Vandor and all programs are made freely available to download. If these programs have bee

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Infamous: The Shapira Saga - Episode 3 - The Battle of Moab - Ross & Jono

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  1. Valerie says

    rabbi Singer, You said there were 25 commandments on how to treat convert. can you tell us what they are ?
    toda raba,
    Valerie

  2. Valerie says

    and please tell me where you will post it ….

  3. Jeff Edson says

    Tovia, Is it your belief a person must convert to Judaism to become a part of the nation of Israel and if so, where is that explained in the written Torah?

  4. Paul L. says

    Explain the Phrases:
    “Put my NAME on the people” Num 6:27
    You will give your Vows, Tithes & Offerings only where the Levites have “PUT MY NAME”.Deut 12
    I have “PLACED MY NAME” on the Ark, the Temple & Yerushaliym.

  5. Sophiee Saguy says

    Jeff, to be a Jew one must take upon himself (herself) the 613 mitzvot binding a Jew to G-d. A Jewish court (a Beit Din) of three judges must accept the conversion as sincere, and finally the convert will immerse in a mikvah (ritual bath) and emerge as a Jew.

    The Israelites were converted during the Exodus and Revelation at Sinai. Prior to Sinai there were no Jews (although each of the patriarchs had a covenant with G-d). It was at Sinai that the Jewish nation agreed to the contract (covenant) and as part of it the Jews were circumcized in Egypt and bathed (mikveh) at Sinai, then received the commandments at the Revelation and afte during the 40 years in the desert. The same as the conversion process generally today. The Talmud and Midrashim discuss this.

    Ruth, David’s ancestress, was a convert to Judaism. The Sages take the basic rules of conversion from the Book of Ruth Chapter 1 verses 16-18. Here’s the verses with Rashi’s commentary (taken from the Judaica Press Tanach). “And Ruth said, “Do not entreat me to leave you, to return from following you, for wherever you go, I will go, and wherever you lodge, I will lodge; your people shall be my people and your G-d my G-d.”

    Do not entreat me Heb. תִּפְגְעִי, do not urge me.

    And Rashi’s commentary: “for wherever you go, I will go From here our Sages derived that a [prospective] proselyte who comes to convert is told some of the punishments [for violating the commandments], so that if he decides to renege, he can renege, for out of Ruth’s words, you learn what Naomi said to her: “We may not go out of the boundary [of 2,000 cubits on all sides] on the Sabbath.” She replied to her, “Wherever you go, I will go.” “We are prohibited to allow a female to be secluded with a male who is not her husband.” She replied, “Wherever you lodge, I will lodge.” “Our people is separated from the other peoples with 613 commandments.” [She replied,] “Your people is my people.” “Idolatry is forbidden to us.” “Your God is my God.” “Four types of death penalties were delegated to the beth din (court) [to punish transgressors].” “Wherever you die I will die.” “Two burial plots were delegated to the beth din [to bury those executed], one for those stoned and those burned, and one for those decapitated and those strangled.” She replied, “And there I will be buried.”

    17. Where you die, I will die, and there I will be buried. So may the Lord do to me and so may He continue, if anything but death separate me and you.”

    So may the Lord do to me as He has commenced to harm [me], for His hand has gone forth against me to slay my husband and to cause me to lose my property.

    and so may He continue if anything but death separates me from you.

    18. And she saw that she was determined to go with her; so she stopped speaking to her.

    so she stopped speaking to her From here they derived that we do not overburden him and we are not overly meticulous with him (i.e., with a prospective convert).

    Solomon converted most of his hundreds of wives and concubines. They went into the mikveh but most did not observe the mitzvot. Maimonides writes in his Mishna Torah they were still considerd Jews, but called mumarim – non observant Jews who worshipped idols.

    The idea that someone can “decide to be part of Israel” comes from a mistranslation in the King James Version (KJV). Look at the verb הַנִּלְוִים in Y’shayahu / Isaiah 56:6. נִלְוִים is the נִפְעַל nif’al (passive) present participle, as even Strong’s (a Christian concordance) admits, and yet KJV deliberately uses the reflexive to translate it. This changes the entire sense of the verse from the intended “those gentiles who ARE JOINED [to Israel by the proper Jewish religious authorities]” into “who JOIN THEMSELVES to us.”

    Just imagine the chaos that would ensue if every person was able to determine his own status! I could declare myself to be the Queen of England! I could claim Saudi Arabian citizenship to get my share of Arab oil! One can only become a United States citizen by satisfying the appropriate United States authorities that one meets the criteria for citizenship – and to principle is exactly the same for becoming a Jew. A Jewish court must authorize it.

    The rules regarding Jewish courts are also found in the T’nach. Moses began the court system with the 70 elders from all the tribes. Rabbis are the judges and the teachers. The system of justice, then as now, follows the mitzvot in the Torah — this includes how courts are established and how they “operate.” The Jewish system of judges began under Moses. Read Sh’mot (Exodus) chapter 18: “But you must [also] seek out from among all the people capable, G-d-fearing men – men of truth, who hate injustice. You must then appoint them over [the people] as leaders of thousands, leaders of hundreds, leaders of fifties, and leaders of tens. 18:22 ‘Let them administer justice for the people on a regular basis. Of course, they will have to bring every major case to you, but they can judge the minor cases by themselves. They will then share the burden, making things easier for you. 18:23 If you agree to this, and G-d concurs, you will be able to survive. This entire nation will then also be able to attain its goal of peace.’” Sh’mot / Exodus 18:21-23.

    From the time of Moses to today there have been Rabbis (teachers / judges) from all the tribes who teach and mete out justice including the acceptance or rejection of a convert.

    I hope that answers your question (even though I am not Rabbi Singer).

  6. Jeff Edson says

    I’m not questioning the terms of the covenant given at Sinai, I’m questioning the apparent belief that a person must convert to some form of Rabbinic Judaism to accept the terms of that covenant. There are countless numbers of people all over the world accepting the terms of the covenant who are not formally converting to Judaism-at least not yet. We currently have this phenomenon of people leaving churches to attach themselves to Messianic groups and then from there converting to Judaism. It appears to me to be an endless cycle of exchanging one man made religion for another. I don’t believe The Most High established a formal religion at Sinai any more than I believe He established the one born out of the second and third centuries of the common era. Have we really convinced ourselves that the much anticipated Messianic King is coming to reinforce our religions, or would it be safer to assume he’s coming to reinforce the covenant and gather those people who have a heart for keeping that covenant? I came out of the church into the Messianic Movement and then from there into a heartfelt desire to understand the scripture text in it’s historical, cultural, and linguistic context. I don’t attach myself to Judaism, Christianity, or the Messianic Movement. I just want to grow in my understanding of the covenant given at Sinai and appropriately apply those commandments that are applicable to me as a male living outside the land in 2015. The terms of the covenant were simple and were given to a simple people. Yes judges and elders were required for a system of justice but was that system modern Judaism? Do I actually need a Rabbinic court to determine if my desire to keep the terms of the covenant is sincere? How did the sages manage to draw the rules for converting to Judaism out of the book of Ruth? All of this perplexes me. It is not my desire to be rude or disrespectful. I’m honestly seeking the Most High and all I want is the truth of the scripture text and the truth about the scripture text. I came out of the Church of Circular Reasoning and I have no desire to enter another institution of circular reasoning. I’m not taking anything away from those in Judaism who have preserved the written Torah and who have provided great wisdom throughout the centuries. I am benefitting from this today as a result. But I cannot embrace the tenets of another religion. I didn’t walk out of the by-laws, doctrines and statements of faith of one institution to adopt the halacha, minhag and takanot of another.

  7. Vernon says

    Jeff, I would have to agree with you, we are to keep the covenant given by the Most High God but not get tangled up in the things of men, that’s when things start going wrong. If I’ll keep His covenant, commandments, statutes, and judgments to the best of my ability (all my heart, soul, mind, and strength) He will be my God and I will be His people, end of story. Everything else has been added or made up, not that there may be some benefit to some of it but I am not bound by another man deciding my position or fate.

  8. Sophiee Saguy says

    The Torah makes it clear that there are 606 mitzvot that apply only to Jews. Take Shabbat (for example). Shabbat was decreed and designed for all humanity… but all humanity rejected G-d’s gift. Except for Abraham.

    From that point forward, Abraham and his descendants through Isaac and Jacob became the keepers and guardians of the Sabbath. Adam, Abel, Enoch and Noah might not have kept it the way Abraham kept it, but they were… in tune with it and connected to it. Abraham is the first person, we are told, that kept G-d’s laws as He intended for the Jewish people. [“Because Abraham obeyed My voice, and observed My safeguards, My commandments, My decrees, and My instructions.” (B’reshit / Gen. 26:5).

    Move along to Sh’mot (Exodus). “G-d has given you the Sabbath.” (Sh’mot 16:29) is said to the Jews. G-d has given YOU (not the entire world).

    This doesn’t mean that a non-Jew must abstain from resting on the Sabbath, they simply should not “keep” the Sabbath as a Jew keeps it (observing the Shabbat mitzvot).

    The Jews did not “make this up.” It is all in the bible. Read it.

    “Speak to the entire community of Israel, saying: On the tenth of this month, every man must take a lamb for each extended family, a lamb for each household.” Sh’mot / Exodus 12:3. The community of Israel: Jews.

    “The entire community of Israel must keep [this ritual].” Sh’mot / Exodus 12:47.

    “‘Sanctify to Me every first-born that initiates the womb among the Israelites.” Sh’mot / Exodus 13:2.

    AMONG THE ISRAELITES.

    And on and on the list goes.

    To discredit Judaism many missionaries claim that “Rabbinic” Judaism is not the same as Judaism. They insist that the “Rabbis invented” or the “Rabbis changed” Judaism and that Christianity is as legitimate an “offspring” of ancient Judaism. Part of this lie is based on a half-truth. The word “rabbi” does not appear in the Torah.

    True enough. The word “rabbi” is Aramaic, not Hebrew. The Jewish bible is written in Hebrew with the exception of a smattering of Aramaic in the books of Daniel and Ezra. The variation of the word “rabbi” is found in Daniel 5:1 (“rav” – meaning “great one”) – which is written in Aramaic.

    Rabbis are mentioned in the Torah (just not by that term) – they are the judges and the teachers (just as they are today). The system of justice, then as now, follows the mitzvot in the Torah — this includes how courts are established and how they “operate.” The Jewish system of judges began under Moses. Read Sh’mot (Exodus) chapter 18: “But you must [also] seek out from among all the people capable, G-d-fearing men – men of truth, who hate injustice. You must then appoint them over [the people] as leaders of thousands, leaders of hundreds, leaders of fifties, and leaders of tens. 18:22 ‘Let them administer justice for the people on a regular basis. Of course, they will have to bring every major case to you, but they can judge the minor cases by themselves. They will then share the burden, making things easier for you. 18:23 If you agree to this, and G-d concurs, you will be able to survive. This entire nation will then also be able to attain its goal of peace.’” Sh’mot / Exodus 18:21-23.

    From the time of Moses to today there have been Rabbis (teachers / judges) from all the tribes who teach and mete out justice. They apply the mitzvot to various legal problems (this is what much of the Talmud is doing – describing the rules in a given situation). . . and it is ALL biblical. Far from the rabbis “changing the law” the rabbis are doing exactly what G-d instructed them to do – follow the rules and apply them using the Torah as their guide.

    G-d is the G-d of all mankind, but He made a covenant — a contract with the Jews to be His first born son, His nation of priests to lead the rest of the world to know Him. You are not bound by that contract if you are not a Jew — you are bound by the 7 mitzvot given to all mankind pre-Sinai. This does not make His love for you any less — but it also does not allow you to hijack his covenant with the Jews (which was made to benefit non-Jews).

  9. Sophiee Saguy says

    Jeff asked “Yes judges and elders were required for a system of justice but was that system modern Judaism?” — the answer is YES. The legal system was established at Sinai — the 613 mitzvot. The judges were established by Moses and that legal system has continued in an UNBROKEN CHAIN from that first generation to today. Each generation handed down the Torah to the next, from one generation of judges / teachers to the next. Great pains were made to not change the mitzvot (do not add to or subtract from the mitzvot is taken very seriously). The term “Orthodox Jew” is relatively new – but it is just a new label for the observant Jew. The small number who remains. . . When you hear the term “Rabbinic Judaism,” or “Orthodox Judaism” do not be fooled – it is Judaism. True, observant, faithful to G-d Judaism.

    We do not change the mitzvot. I recommend you read some articles at the website “being Jewish” (I’ll give the link in a minute). The three articles you need to read are:

    1. Haven’t Rabbis Changed the Laws?

    2. Why Can’t Jewish Law be Altered?

    3. Has Judaism Changed?

    The link to the main website is http://beingjewish.com/

  10. CKDees says

    But Sophee, Jeff made it clear that his is not interested in being Jewish. He wishes to be in covenant with The Most High, as at Sinai. The two are not synonymous. In 3500 years, a great many things change in the dealings of the G-d’s people with the world and amongst themselves. Not so with G-d.

    That said, clearly we know that throughout time G-d’s people lived by rules and statutes that were not specified in detail in the written Torah. They exist, they were just not given by G-d.

  11. Jeff Edson says

    Sophee, you seem to be saying those slaves came out of Egypt Israelites and left the mountain “Jews” after a process of conversion to Judaism. Correct me if I’m wrong, but weren’t they still called Israelites after receiving the covenant? I’m assuming you believe they became a “Jewish nation” yet they are NEVER called “Jews” or a “Jewish nation” in the Torah. They are simply called “Israel” and “Israelites”. Certainly the tribe of Judah would have been a part of that group and I suppose if we wanted to call them “Jews” we’d be in a relatively safe parameter, but even they are not addressed as “Jews” in the Torah. I would like a Rabbi to explain how we have gone from a broader Israelite nation to a narrow “chosen few” who have the authority to determine the who and the how of excepting the covenant. The “contract” as you put it was with ISRAEL. You stated the Noachide Laws were given to all mankind pre-Sinai. Where’s that in the Torah?
    You also seemed to indicate those laws prevent me from hijacking the covenant made with the “Jews”. I would like to know who made the determination there are 606 commandments that apply only to Jews and what criteria was used to make that determination. Show me in the Torah where it says the Sabbath was given to the Jews. The people being addressed in Sh’mot 16 are called “Israel”!!!!! Israel is the firstborn. My question to Tovia was, is it his belief a person must convert to Judaism to become a part of the nation of Israel? Taking the Torah at face value that should be a simple “yes” or “no” answer. Lengthy explanation, clarification, and the quoting of Rabbinic sources shouldn’t be necessary. If there is not a simple “yes” or “no” answer to this question, then we probably need to be re-examining who has really hijacked the covenant.

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