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My Signs & My Wonders: The Ten Words or The Plagues?...

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2025/01/24

We discuss the theological implications of hardening Pharaoh’s heart, explore the significance of the phrase “these ten times,” and examine how different sources and traditions address the number and order of the plagues. We also tackle the meaning behind “uncircumcised lips,” the divine name YHVH, and the “finger of God.” Adding to the intrigue, we […]

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It’s Time For The Divine Magic Show! – Shemot – Torah...

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2025/01/17

Exodus! We’ll explore the significance of the “seventy souls,” the puzzling identity of the Pharaoh who “did not know Joseph,” and the intriguing anachronisms of places like Pithom and Rameses. Discover the power behind the names in the text—those revealed, concealed, or debated, including Moses’ identity as Hebrew or Egyptian, and God’s declaration of a […]

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Torah Pearls – Season 3 – Vayechi – Jono, Ross, & Ezra

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2025/01/10

In this episode we explore the final Torah portion in Genesis, Vayechi (Genesis 47:28–50:26). We dive into Jacob’s last moments, his blessings of Ephraim, Manasseh, and his twelve sons, and the profound numerology woven into the narrative. We discuss whether Joseph’s story was a later addition, the theological implications of “the angel who redeemed Jacob,” […]

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Torah Pearls – Season 3 – Vayigash – Jono, Ross, & Ezra

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2025/01/03

This week on Torah Pearls we unpack the emotional climax of the Joseph narrative—his dramatic revelation to his brothers. High drama unfolds as the brothers stand before Joseph, unaware of his identity. Judah steps forward with a heartfelt plea, but pay close attention: while Judah shows concern for Benjamin, his ultimate focus is on their […]

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Torah Pearls – Season 3 – Miketz – Jono, Ross,

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2024/12/27

In this episode, we delve into Pharaoh’s dreams and their striking similarity to other biblical narratives, like those in Daniel, and uncover evidence of multiple sources in the Joseph story. Along the way, we highlight Egyptian loanwords, including names and places, and examine the significance of Asenath, Joseph’s Egyptian wife. The episode also touches on […]

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Torah Pearls – Season 3 – Vayeshev – Jono, Ross, & Ezra

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2024/12/20

This episode explores the theological shift that begins with the Joseph saga, where divine encounters give way to vivid dreams and human drama. Discover the symbolic garment changes in Joseph’s story, untangle the mystery of Jacob referencing Joseph’s mother posthumously, and examine the multiple sources woven into the narrative by ancient scribes. We also touch […]

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Torah Pearls – Season 3 – Vayishlach – Jono, Ross, &...

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2024/12/13

We explore Jacob’s mysterious wrestling match and the meaning behind the name “Israel.” From the significance of Peniel/Penuel to the renaming of Bethel and the birthplace of Benjamin, we uncover layers of meaning often overlooked in the text. We discuss the demonization of Reuben, the complexities of the tribal hierarchy, and insights from the Moses […]

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Torah Pearls – Season 3 – Vayetze – Jono, Ross, & Ezra

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2024/12/06

In this episode we journey through Jacob’s dream of the heavenly stairway at Bethel, the events surrounding his pillar (later forbidden in the Pentateuch), and insights from an ancient prophet who uniquely recounts Jacob’s story. In light of the Moses Scroll, we ask intriguing questions such as, in what order did Jacob’s wives become mothers, […]

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Torah Pearls – Season 3 – Toldot – Jono Ross Ezra

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2024/11/28

In this episode, we explore Toledot, Genesis 25:19–28:9, and the ancient story of Isaac’s life. We discuss the mystery of Rebekah’s age, the flashback opening, and the biblical disdain for Esau—does God hate Esau too? We examine two distinct accounts of Beersheba’s naming, the origins of Esau, Edom, and Seir, and the power of blessing […]

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Torah Pearls – Season 3 – Chayei Sarah – Jono Ross Ezra

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2024/11/22

In this episode, we examine Abraham’s acquisition of the Cave of Machpelah in Hebron, a site steeped in tradition as the burial place of the patriarchs and matriarchs, and explore whether the Hittites in these narratives are linked to the Anatolian Hittites or the children of Heth. The discussion includes insights into ancient land transactions, […]

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Torah Pearls – Season 3 – Vayera – Jono Ross Ezra

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2024/11/15

Did Abraham kill Isaac in the original E source?! Join Jono, Ross, and EZRA as they continue the journey through Abraham’s story with an academic lens. They examine doublets such as the divine announcements to Sarah and the Hagar and Ishmael narratives, along with two different accounts for naming Beersheba. They discuss Abraham’s place of […]

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Does Jeremiah Close The Gap In The Moses Scroll? –...

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2024/11/11

The consensus among Shapiraologists is that Fragment F of the Shapira Scroll consisted of four columns, the first of which contained sparsely discernable letters. In comparison, the latter three columns contained no discernible letters and thus were regarded as lost text. This paper considers the possibility that Fragment F, column a, connects directly with Fragment […]

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Torah Pearls – Season 3 – Lech Lecha – Jono, Ross, Ezra

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2024/11/08

In this episode, we explore Abram’s earliest stories and the textual framework crafted by ancient scribes. We examine anachronisms, identify sources, and uncover the origins behind the story. We ask if the narrative of Kedorlaomer’s victories attempts to supply a back story of how Elohim vacated land for Esau and Lot’s descendants, as depicted in […]

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Torah Pearls – Season 3 – Noach – Jono, Ross, Ezra

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2024/10/31

In Parsha Noach, we unravel the layers of Noah’s flood story, exploring contradictions, doublets, and distinct sources within the biblical account. We draw fascinating parallels to other ancient Near Eastern flood narratives and discuss a unique flood story preserved in the Genesis Apocryphon from the Dead Sea Scrolls. Join us for an engaging, text-rich conversation […]

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Torah Pearls – Season 3 – Bereshith – Jono, Ross, Ezra

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2024/10/25

In this week’s episode of Torah Pearls, Ross and Jono, alongside their Textpert, Ezra, dive into the opening chapters of Genesis, exploring the two distinct accounts of creation. The discussion focuses on the use of different names for the Deity by these sources and addresses a common misconception about the Documentary Hypothesis and the name […]

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Torah Pearls: Introducing EZRA (Season 3 Premiere) –...

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2024/10/18

The wait is over—Torah Pearls Season Three premieres tonight, and it’s bigger and better than ever! Ross and Jono are back and joined by an exciting new co-host—EZRA, the Textpert (powered by ChatGPT and brought to life by Seth)! In this special kickoff episode, we introduce you to Ezra and give a sneak peek at […]

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Fact or Fiction? A Deep Dive into the amazing story...

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2024/10/15

Alex Tseitlin of KEDEM interviews Professor Idan Dershowitz from the Australian Centre for Jewish Civilisation, Monash University, and author of The Valediction of Moses. They take a deep dive into the amazing story of Moses Shapira and the so-called “Shapira Scrolls.” Professor Dershowitz has dedicated several years to studying this captivating saga and its controversial […]

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Torah Pearls Season 3, Coming Soon with Jono, Ross, &...

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2024/10/14

We’re thrilled to unveil the latest season of Torah Pearls, premiering Thursday, 17 October 2024! This groundbreaking series will take an entirely new approach to exploring the weekly Torah portions—and we’re bringing on a unique voice to make it happen! Following in the footsteps of previous seasons, which featured dynamic co-hosts like Keith Johnson and Nehemia […]

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Does Jeremiah Dispel the Theory of Lost Text in the...

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2024/09/23

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The Reason for the Division of Tribes in the...

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2024/09/16

Not since my days in college have I applied myself to academic writing. But I have decided to do just that after decades of audio and video podcasting, and I am enjoying it immensely. I have published my first paper on my Academia page. It reveals what appears to be an intentional calculation behind the division of […]

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