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Jerusalem Lights

Rabbi Chaim Richman and Jim Long

Hosts Rabbi Chaim Richman and Jim Long discuss the beauty and universality of the eternal Torah and its accessibility and vital connection to every individual: Torah For Everyone

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01:01:14

Hide and Seek

Jerusalem Lights ·

2023/02/22

This week marks Rosh Chodesh, the beginning of the new Hebrew month of Adar, whose apex is the holiday of Purim. This is a time of year especially associated with joy – but what is the secret of Adar joy, and how can we tap into it all year long? Jim Long and Rabbi Chaim Richman explore the unique spiritual dimensions of the month of Adar and its confluence with the Torah portion of Terumah, featuring the fascinating concept of the Ark of the Covenant. As the Book of Exodus shifts its focus to

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00:55:34

Dateline Jerusalem

Jerusalem Lights ·

2023/02/15

Jim Long’s current visit from Arkansas to Israel gives our hosts an opportunity to broadcast the Jerusalem Lights podcast face to face. United in the rabbi's studio in Jerusalem, Jim Long and Rabbi Chaim Richman discuss the close-to-home pain of a recent terror attack, and examine the urgent events of the day... trying to make sense of Israel’s current imbroglio of ‘judicial reform’ on the backdrop of this week’s Torah portion of Mishpatim: the Divine laws for a just society bequeathed by G-d at

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01:03:18

Spiritual Revolution

Jerusalem Lights ·

2023/02/08

Yitro, father-in-law of Moses, was once an advisor to Pharaoh, and went on to become the world’s foremost expert on idolatrous beliefs and false gods. But then he found the One G-d of Israel, and became a devoted follower of Torah. This week’s Torah portion in which the glorious Sinai Revelation and the Giving of the Torah takes place is named after this courageous iconoclast. In this week’s Jerusalem Lights podcast, Jim Long and Rabbi Chaim Richman talk about G-d’s bequeathing the Torah to humanity

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01:01:36

Constant Renewal

Jerusalem Lights ·

2023/02/01

This week’s rousing edition of the Jerusalem Lights Podcast is up-close and personal, as Rabbi Richman shares his recent experiences in the context of this month of Shevat and its theme of constant renewal – as well as the Redemption from Egypt, and the freedom it brings from the fear of human vulnerability. Join our hosts for a lively discussion on Torah’s unique concept of the sanctity of time, and the gift of time as a partnership between man and the Divine. Consummate Egyptologist Jim Long

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00:59:33

The Wave of History

Jerusalem Lights ·

2023/01/18

The ten plagues that were visited upon Pharaoh and all of Egypt, as they unfold in this week’s Torah portion of Va’era, testify to the true meaning of G-d’s name: The One who brings all of reality into being, and the One who can rock the very foundations of creation by changing that reality. These plagues were not a punishment for Egypt; they were a tool for the revelation of G-d’s presence in a world where everything appears to be happenstance. In this week’s Jerusalem Lights podcast, Jim Long

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00:59:38

The Birth of a Nation

Jerusalem Lights ·

2023/01/11

The Book of Exodus begins with severe climate change: A ‘new king’ arose who did not acknowledge the debt of gratitude that Egypt had to Joseph, and with the passing of Joseph, his brothers, and that generation – the bondage and exile of Israel in Egypt began. Pharaoh’s goal was to destroy the nation even before it’s creation, and to that end he embarked upon a campaign to destroy the family unit and prevent the birth of the Israelite children, through means that included the force separation of man

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01:11:20

Chanuka Then and Now

Jerusalem Lights ·

2022/12/21

This week’s Torah portion of Miketz opens as Joseph quickly rises to power in Egypt. His purity and righteousness will endow him with Divine guidance, and enable him to provide sustenance during the years of famine that Pharaoh foresaw in his dream. This week’s episode of the Jerusalem Lights podcast celebrates Joseph and his connection to Chanukah, the beloved Festival of Lights that we are observing this week. Jim Long and Rabbi Chaim Richman share Torah insights, archeological discoveries and

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01:16:41

Yosef & Chanukah

Jerusalem Lights ·

2022/12/14

This week’s Torah portion of Va’yeshev begins the story of the righteous Yosef, maligned, misunderstood and betrayed by his brothers and brought down to Egypt, where he will rise to the pinnacle of power. The life of Yosef, replete with exile and redemption, and touched by the Divine providence of personal miracles, shares many themes with the upcoming Festival of Chanukah, and foreshadows our own lives today. ___ Rabbi Chaim Richman Jerusalem Lights | Torah for Everyone Please support the work of

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01:10:09

The Voice of Esav

Jerusalem Lights ·

2022/12/07

The Torah portion of Vayishlach depicts the patriarch Yaakov’s struggle with a mysterious figure understood to be the archangel of Esav…a struggle that lasts ‘until dawn…’ – alluding to Israel’s eternal struggle with the spirit of Esav until the dawn of Redemption. In this week’s episode of the Jerusalem Lights Podcast, Jim Long and Rabbi Chaim Richman explore the multiple dimensions of the face-off between the forces of Yaakov and Esav that have reverberated throughout the generations of Israel’s

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01:09:57

Family Ties

Jerusalem Lights ·

2022/11/30

A palpable tension forms the backdrop of this week’s Torah portion of parashat Vayeitzei, ‘And he went out’ – Gen. 28:10), as the patriarch Yaakov (Jacob) and his wives begin to have children, and establish the foundation for the nation of Israel. Everything about bringing these children into the world is marked by struggle. In this week’s edition of the Jerusalem Lights Podcast, Jim Long and Rabbi Chaim Richman talk about the forces that were at work to prevent the Children of Israel from forming

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01:08:19

Face Yourself

Jerusalem Lights ·

2022/11/23

In this week’s Torah portion of parashat Toldot we witness the beginning of the saga of Yaakov and Esav, two non-identical twins who are polar opposites. From their earliest age, these two individuals represent diametrically opposing world views. This week’s Jerusalem Lights podcast introduces their story, which manifests throughout world history as they seek to achieve their goals. It’s a story which is as yet unfolding, and the redemption of mankind hangs in the balance. Jim Long and Rabbi Chaim

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01:17:00

Living With Death

Jerusalem Lights ·

2022/11/16

This week’s Torah portion of Chayei Sarah opens with the death of the matriarch Sarah, and a detailed accounting of the painstaking arrangements that Abraham made for her burial. Why the great detail? What does Torah teach about death, and what happens to the soul when we leave this world? How do we deal with the subject of death while remaining ever joyous about life? This week’s eye-opening Jerusalem Lights podcast looks at one of the greatest challenges we face as mortal beings: reconciling with

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01:10:01

A World of Kindness

Jerusalem Lights ·

2022/11/09

The patriarch Abraham was a true man of kindness, emulating that Divine attribute and teaching the value of doing good for others unconditionally…a trait that Torah urges us to strive to achieve. In this week’s Jerusalem Lights podcast, Jim Long and Rabbi Chaim Richman reflect upon how a simple act of hospitality can be an experience of holiness…. literally becoming the road that leads to paradise. Our hosts talk about Political Correctness, media distortion and the demise of democracy. So much

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01:18:54

The Dark Tower

Jerusalem Lights ·

2022/11/02

In this week's episode of the Jerusalem Lights podcast, our hosts discuss some of the deeper spiritual dimensions of this Hebrew month of Marcheshvan. Jim Long and Rabbi Chaim Richman are also intrigued by the Tower of Babel, which was the flagship project of Nimrod, the world's first king, a master manipulator whose goal was total mastery over everyone...even over G-d Himself. The 'Dark Tower' of Nimrod was the capital of the brave new world he sought to create, a godless, dystopian society where

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01:07:57

Water, Water, Everywhere

Jerusalem Lights ·

2022/10/26

Blessings for this new month of Marcheshvan! During this month we look forward to the beginning of the much-anticipated rainfalls of blessing in the Land of Israel. Water is life itself, and the most basic manifestation of faith rewarded. Yet water is also the instrument of Divine retribution, and the great flood in Noah’s time began during this month of Mar Cheshvan. How does that work? In this week’s Torah portion of Noach, we learn about the flood that was brought upon the earth to reset all

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01:20:36

Back To the Future

Jerusalem Lights ·

2022/10/19

This week's Jerusalem Lights podcast celebrates the restart of the yearly cycle of weekly Torah readings this Shabbat, with the first portion of B’reishith, the Book of Genesis. Exploring the remarkable confluence of Torah knowledge and scientific discovery, Jim Long and Rabbi Chaim Richman’s fascinating discussion touches upon everything from the elusive mystery of G-d’s name, to the Torah’s view on pre-historic man (were there people before Adam?) Our hosts' amazing and animated discussion moves

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01:02:07

In the Sukkah

Jerusalem Lights ·

2022/10/06

The powerful spiritual experience and cathartic relief of Yom Kippur propels us into the Sukkah! The Festival of Tabernacles is the crescendo of the Tishrei holidays and dwelling in the temporary booth of the sukkah provides an opportunity to spend some intimate quality time with G-d during this formative time of the year. Jim Long and Rabbi Chaim Richman look forward to Sukkot in this week's Jerusalem Lights podcast, and ponder the Biblical significance of this beautiful festival not only for

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01:08:12

A New Light

Jerusalem Lights ·

2022/09/20

This week's edition of the Jerusalem Lights podcast focuses on the universal reset of Rosh HaShana, birthday of Adam and time of momentous judgement - and joyous awakening - for all his descendants. Rosh HaShana isn’t just for Israel, but for the whole world…so how do we prepare for it? How do we observe these sacred days, and get the most out of this powerful spiritual opportunity? Warmest wishes and blessings from Rabbi Chaim Richman, Jim Long and everyone at Jerusalem Lights to all, for a Good

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01:06:51

A Basket of Thanks

Jerusalem Lights ·

2022/09/13

Parashat KiTavo In this week’s episode of the Jerusalem Lights podcast, Jim Long and Rabbi Chaim Richman reflect upon the commandment found in this week’s Torah portion of Ki Tavo, to bring the first fruits of one’s produce in the Land of Israel to the Holy Temple as a special offering. This unique experience, seen as the embodiment of true joy, is rooted in a profound sense of thanks and recognition of G-d. _ Rabbi Chaim Richman Jerusalem Lights | Torah for Everyone Please support the work of

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01:14:41

Return To Sender

Jerusalem Lights ·

2022/09/08

Parashat Ki Teitzei In this week’s episode, Jim Long and Rabbi Chaim Richman crank up the Elul spirit with a delve into the dynamics of the fine art of repentance…return to sender! Before discussing what it means to repent, we need to re-define the elusive and misunderstood concept of ‘sin.’ _ Rabbi Chaim Richman Jerusalem Lights | Torah for Everyone Please support the work of Jerusalem Lights, a USA recognized 501 ( c ) 3 non-profit organization to enable these productions to continue and grow:

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