Pardes from Jerusalem

Pardes Institute of Jewish Studies
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Pardes from Jerusalem

Pardes from Jerusalem features a weekly discussion using Torah, Talmud and other Jewish texts to explain themes from the weekly Torah portion. The Pardes faculty is featured each week. For more information about all Pardes programs and events visit www.pardes.org.il.

  1. 1 DAY AGO

    Acharei Mot 5785: The Weight of Sin

    What does it mean to carry sin as a burden? In this episode, Zvi Hirschfield and Rabbi Leon Morris delve into Parshat Acharei Mot and its detailed description of the Yom Kippur ritual, focusing on the symbolism of the scapegoat. … Read the rest The post Acharei Mot 5785: The Weight of Sin first appeared on Elmad Online Learning. Continue reading Acharei Mot 5785: The Weight of Sin at Elmad Online Learning.

    42 min

  2. 27 APR

    Tazria-Metzora 5785: Cycles of Renewal

    How do life’s transitions invite spiritual renewal? In this episode, Zvi Hirschfield and Rabbanit Nechama Goldman Barash explore the cycles of tumah (impurity) and taharah (purity) in Tazria-Metzora. They discuss how life experiences like birth, intimacy, and death naturally create … Read the rest The post Tazria-Metzora 5785: Cycles of Renewal first appeared on Elmad Online Learning. Continue reading Tazria-Metzora 5785: Cycles of Renewal at Elmad Online Learning.

    34 min

  3. 20 APR

    Shemini 5785: Finding Meaning in Loss

    Can legacy and memory transform the pain of loss into purpose? In this episode, Zvi Hirschfield and Rabbanit Nechama Goldman Barash reflect on the tragedy of Nadav and Avihu in Parshat Shemini, exploring how the loss of Aaron’s sons … Read the rest The post Shemini 5785: Finding Meaning in Loss first appeared on Elmad Online Learning. Continue reading Shemini 5785: Finding Meaning in Loss at Elmad Online Learning.

    39 min

  4. 6 APR

    Tzav 5785: Pesach and the Covenant of Life

    What does Pesach teach us about freedom, growth, and responsibility? In this episode, Zvi Hirschfield is joined by Rabbi Dr. Irving (Yitz) Greenberg for a special conversation on Parshat Tzav, the sacrificial system, and the deeper messages of Pesach… Read the rest The post Tzav 5785: Pesach and the Covenant of Life first appeared on Elmad Online Learning. Continue reading Tzav 5785: Pesach and the Covenant of Life at Elmad Online Learning.

    46 min

  5. 31 MAR

    Vayikra 5785: Gift and Sacrifice

    What can the cycle of giving teach us about our relationship with the Divine? In this episode, Zvi Hirschfield is joined by Rabbi Leon Morris to explore the opening of Sefer Vayikra (Leviticus) and the relevance of the ancient sacrificial … Read the rest The post Vayikra 5785: Gift and Sacrifice first appeared on Elmad Online Learning. Continue reading Vayikra 5785: Gift and Sacrifice at Elmad Online Learning.

    36 min

  6. 24 MAR

    Pekudei 5785: Living Torah

    Why does the Torah spend so much time repeating the Mishkan’s details? In this episode, Zvi Hirschfield and Rabbi Rafael Polisuk explore Parshat Pekudei and its surprising focus on repetition and detail. They unpack the final verses of Sefer Shemot, … Read the rest The post Pekudei 5785: Living Torah first appeared on Elmad Online Learning. Continue reading Pekudei 5785: Living Torah at Elmad Online Learning.

    34 min

  7. 17 MAR

    Vayakhel 5785: Building a Diverse Mishkan

    How do we create a Jewish community that honors different perspectives? In this episode, Zvi Hirschfield and Ilana Gleicher-Bloom explore Parshat Vayakhel and its vision of community. They discuss how Moshe transforms Bnei Yisrael from a fragmented group into a … Read the rest The post Vayakhel 5785: Building a Diverse Mishkan first appeared on Elmad Online Learning. Continue reading Vayakhel 5785: Building a Diverse Mishkan at Elmad Online Learning.

    35 min

  8. 10 MAR

    Ki Tisa 5785: From Failure to Renewal

    Can true growth come from mistakes? In this episode, Zvi Hirschfield and Rabbi Dr. Meesh Hammer-Kossoy explore Parshat Ki Tisa and the dramatic episode of the Golden Calf. They examine why the Israelites fell so quickly after Sinai, the connection … Read the rest The post Ki Tisa 5785: From Failure to Renewal first appeared on Elmad Online Learning. Continue reading Ki Tisa 5785: From Failure to Renewal at Elmad Online Learning.

    40 min
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Pardes from Jerusalem features a weekly discussion using Torah, Talmud and other Jewish texts to explain themes from the weekly Torah portion. The Pardes faculty is featured each week. For more information about all Pardes programs and events visit www.pardes.org.il.

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  • Creator
    Pardes Institute of Jewish Studies
  • Years Active
    2005 - 2025
  • Episodes
    301
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 755796
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