Pardes from Jerusalem

Parashat Beshalach 5782: A Taste of Something Rare Description: The story of the manna in the wilderness occupies a significant place in the larger desert narrative. A great many verses are devoted to...

9 Tammi 202228min

Parashat Bo 5782: Locusts That Last a Lifetime Description: In this week's Torah portion of Bo, God rains down upon Egypt the last three plagues. One of these three is the plague of locusts. Learn alo...

2 Tammi 202219min

This podcast is sponsored by Drs Amy Fox Griffel and Martin I Griffel in memory of her mother, Sally Fox, Sima Bat Moshe v Michla on the occasion of her yahrtzeit. Parashat Vaera 5782: The Hardening o...

26 Joulu 202117min

Parashat Shemot 5782 - The Power of Sisterly Love Description: Why isn't Miriam named in this week's parsha, despite the fact that her leadership is equated to that of Moshe and Aaron? She is teaching...

19 Joulu 202121min

The Book of Samuel II Episode 48: The Conclusion A special note to the listener: In general, listeners are encouraged to independently prepare the primary material from one podcast to the next, pref...

13 Joulu 202122min

Parashat VaYechi 5782 - The Blessings of Rebuke Description: There are things we have to hear and there are things we have to say. What enables us to receive words of critique with an open heart? What...

12 Joulu 202123min

The Book of Samuel II Episode 47: The Census Podcast Overview: The book concludes with David's ill-considered census, the ensuing plague and the building of an altar to God. (Samuel II 24:1-25) Dow...

9 Joulu 202122min

The Book of Samuel II Episode 46: David's Mighty Men Podcast Overview: David's final words are followed by a list of his mighty warriors. (Samuel II 23:1-39) Download Source Sheet A special note t...

6 Joulu 202124min