Then Moses raised his hand over the sea, and the LORD opened up a path through the water with a strong east wind. The wind blew all that night, turning the seabed into dry land.

Exodus 14:21

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This coming Shabbat's Torah portion, read on Saturday, February 8th, is Parashat Beshalach. In this week’s reading, Beshalach, Pharaoh pursues the Israelites into the desert. The Red Sea splits, the Israelites cross the sea while the Egyptian army is drowned. Moses and the Israelites sing a special song thanking G‑d for this miracle. The Israelites complain about a lack of food and drink. G‑d sends Manna and quail for them to eat, and miraculously produces water from a rock. Amalek attacks the Israelites and is soundly defeated.

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

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

Participate in our enlightening lesson Bob O’Dell talked about Lesson 5: Nehemia Gordon Part 5: A Jew Explains Isaiah 53 to Christians. Watch it below.

Take part in the inspiring lesson Marrriage and God’s Image with Teacher Rabbi Yisrael Wende. Learn more below.

Check below to hear what Gidon Ariel and AI McCarn have to share.

Paul Calvert interviews Gidon Ariel about the Hamas War and Hostages. Watch it below. 

We sign off with a nice comment and a beautiful photo of Jerusalem.

Shalom,

Gidon Ariel and Bob O’Dell 
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After Pharaoh sent the Israelites from his land, G‑d did not allow them to take the most direct route to the Promised Land, fearing that any confrontation would then frighten the Israelites, causing them to return to Egypt via this short route. Instead G‑d had them take the circuitous desert route, leading them with a pillar of cloud during daytime and a pillar of fire after dark. G‑d then commanded the Israelites to backtrack and encamp along the Red Sea.

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Lesson 5: Nehemia Gordon Part 5: A Jew Explains Isaiah 53 to Christians

Join Bob O’Dell in this engaging Lesson 5 of our Nehemia Gordon Part 5 course, where he explores a unique Jewish perspective on Isaiah 53 and how it is understood by Christians.

Al and Gidon discussed Al’s new book, Christian Zionism 101: 10 Reasons Christians Should Support Israel and the Jewish People, exploring why Christians should stand with Israel. Al shared his journey from military service to spiritual awakening, highlighting his efforts to bridge the gap between Jews and Christians. He reflected on his time in the Pentagon, his post-9/11 military recall, and his deepening understanding of the Jewish roots of Christianity. The conversation also covered rising antisemitism, the Church’s response, and the importance of Judeo-Christian values in the fate of nations.

This interview with Gidon Ariel, conducted by Paul Calvert, discusses the ongoing hostage crisis in Gaza, Hamas' intentions, and Israel's war goals. Ariel highlights the global implications of the conflict, likening Hamas to historical evils and calling for unity against them. He also addresses the rise in anti-Semitism and frames the conflict as a spiritual battle between good and evil, urging prayers for the safe return of hostages and solidarity with Israel.

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Meanwhile, Diane M. Hoffmann commented below:

"Interesting points and we both have to realize that we both worship the same God — the God of Abraham, Isaac and Jacob."

Jerusalem

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