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Published: Tue, 04/15/25

Updated: Tue, 04/15/25

Then the Lord said: “I am making a covenant with you. Before all your people I will do wonders never before done in any nation in all the world. The people you live among will see how awesome is the work that I, the Lord, will do for you.

Exodus 34:10

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This coming Shabbat's Torah portion, read on Saturday, April 15th, is Passover Torah Readings. On the FIRST DAY OF PASSOVER we read from the book of Exodus (12:21-51) of the bringing of the Passover Offering in Egypt, the Plague of the Firstborn at the stroke of midnight, and how “On this very day, G‑d took the Children of Israel out of Egypt.”

Help Root Source publish Rabbi Dermer's inspiring autobiography in time for his 95th birthday! Supporters will be listed in the book—join us in making this tribute a reality. Learn more below!

Please enjoy this teaching of our beloved Root Source teacher, Rabbi Adin Steinsaltz of blessed memory, about last week's Torah portion, Tzav, and share your thoughts with us!

Last week, our popular Root Source teacher Rabbi Gedalia Meyer talked about Tzav. Watch it below.

Participate in our enlightening lesson Teacher Aaron Lipkin talked about Lesson 1: Giant Footprints in Israel. Watch it below.

Take part in the inspiring lesson Naso with Teacher Sondra Baras. Learn more below.

Check below to hear what Gidon Ariel and Dr. Richard Booker have to share.

Gidon's Perspective on Root Source and Jewish-Christian Relations - Interview with Paul Calvert. Watch it below.

We sign off with a nice comment and a beautiful photo of Haifa, Israel.

Shalom,

Gidon Ariel and Bob O’Dell
Root Source Founders

Passover Torah Readings

This week’s reading, Passover Torah Readings, recalls the Exodus, including the first Passover offering, the splitting of the sea, and the mitzvot of matzah, tefillin, and telling the Exodus story. It also outlines the Jewish festivals, the Omer count, pilgrimage laws, and ends with a vision of future redemption.

Translate a Holocaust Survivor Rabbi's Memoir

With your help, Root Source will translate, edit, and publish Rabbi Dermer's autobiography, for all the world to know.

Supporters of this campaign will be listed in the book.

Please help us reach this important goal, so we can present Rabbi Dermer of a copy of this book later this year on his 95th birthday!

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Parashat Tzav: Understanding Sacrifice: Intention and Action in Jewish Offerings

In the Torah portion Tzav, we encounter important concepts about sacrifices (korbanot) that reveal deep spiritual truths applicable to our lives today. Rabbi Steinsaltz explains two key concepts: “notar” and “piggul” – terms that might seem technical but contain profound wisdom about the relationship between our intentions and actions.

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Tzav:
Rabbi Gedalia Meyer's Weekly Torah Study

Jews have been observing Passover for nearly 3,600 years, and for the past 1,800 years have been doing so with the help of the Haggadah, a guide book for the Seder meal, which, while focused on the exodus from Egypt, discusses the exodus in a rather oblique manner. Nevertheless, the Passover festival and the Seder meal and discussion of the Haggadah have contributed much to Israel’s survival throughout the ages.

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Lesson 1: Giant Footprints in Israel

Root Source Tours takes you to see the mysterious, giant Footprints near the Jordan River in Israel. Part 1 of 3. Hosted by tour guide Aaron Lipkin.

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Lesson 2: Naso

In this lesson, we explore the census of the Levites, the unique vow of the Nazirite, and uncover the meaning behind the powerful priestly blessing.

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Conversations:
Gidon Ariel and Dr. Richard Booker - April 14, 2025

Gidon and Richard discussed Gidon’s recent Passover and his daughter’s wedding, including Sheva Brachot traditions and a family Seder with 20 attendees. They shared experiences from interfaith Seders and noted the growing Christian interest in Hebraic roots. Gidon offered to help Richard with print-on-demand for his books.

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Gidon's Perspective on Root Source and Jewish-Christian Relations - Interview with Paul Calvert

In this interview, Paul Calvert speaks with Gidon Ariel, founder of Root Source, about his mission to build bridges between Jews and Christians through education on Jewish roots, traditions, and scripture, emphasizing mutual respect, shared values, and prophetic fulfillment.

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Comments

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Here is one from Mary, has a comment on the Why Rabbi Tuly keep saying the Jewish holidays again instead of biblical holidays?

"Hi. I really like the way you explain the reasons for the way the Jewish people express their love for G_d in every thing they do for the holidays and what they believe. I have learned so much by listening to different Rabbis when they teach. There is so much to be learned and so much wisdom to gain."

Haifa, Israel

Enjoy this photo of Haifa, Israel by Maria Lupan.

Blessings and Shalom,
Bob and Gidon

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