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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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01:08:25

Why Passover Matters To You

Jerusalem Lights ·

2026/03/25

Passover is fast approaching...the universal Festival of Redemption. 'Chag HaPesach' marks the Exodus from Egypt and the birth of Israel as a nation, yet Passover also beckons to all people, Jew and Gentile alike, to renew faith and grab hold of true freedom...to march forward in a personal exodus. Jim Long and Rabbi Chaim Richman help us prepare for Passover with a lively discussion that focuses on the inner exodus of every individual: freedom, faith, and escape from constriction and false

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00:56:23

The Mystery of the Small Alep5

Jerusalem Lights ·

2026/03/18

This week witnesses the confluence of the entrance of the new month of Nisan, and the beginning of the weekly cycle of Torah readings in the Book of Vayikra (Leviticus). What's the connection? Jim Long and Rabbi Chaim Richman ponder the mysterious personal call of Leviticus, and the magnificent month of Nisan -- time of our past and future Redemption...as well as the time of the return of the Divine Presence to this world. In his Jerusalem studio in the midst of recording this program, Rabbi

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00:55:39

Building the Tanbernacle: A Mirror of Creation

Jerusalem Lights ·

2026/03/11

In this week's Jerusalem Lights podcast, Jim Long and Rabbi Chaim Richman reflect on some of the spiritual implications of 'Operation Roaring Lion,' Israel's pre-emptive strike against Iran's rulers who had boasted of their plans of Israel's destruction. As the Hebrew calendar prepares to transition from the aspect of the hidden miracles of Adar to the revealed miracles of Nisan, our hosts discuss some of the moving lessons of this week's double Torah reading of the

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01:09:19

What Is the Urim and Tummim?

Jerusalem Lights ·

2026/02/25

This week's Torah portion of Tetzaveh (Ex.27:20-30:10) mysteriously omits the name of Moshe, and though his presence is hidden, he is very much on the scene. But what's that all about? In this week's Jerusalem Lights podcast, Jim Long and Rabbi Chaim Richman explore this theme of hiddenness -- a major lesson of the Purim story, both past and present. Our hosts engage in a fascinating discussion of the Breastplate of the High Priest and its mysterious, oracle-like function known as the

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01:06:13

From Mount Sinai to the Holy Temple

Jerusalem Lights ·

2026/02/18

The indescribable event of the Giving of Torah at Mount Sinai, highlighted by the Voice of G-d and the highest prophetic revelation, is grounded onto the earth through the Divine commandments that relate to the sanctification of everyday life, and circumstances of human interaction and conflict resolution which we find in the portion of Mishpatim. Fulfilling the Divine commandments in every situation fills the world with the light of G-d’s presence….and in this week's Torah portion of Terumah,

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01:08:07

The Greatest of the True Spiritual Seekers

Jerusalem Lights ·

2026/02/04

Moshe's father-in-law Jethro, Yitro in Hebrew, had been the world's foremost pagan priest and idolatrous practitioner...but then he turned his life around completely, declaring that the God of Israel is the One True God. How does such a turnabout happen? What was the price he paid for clinging to the truth, and what are the lessons learned for today's spiritual seekers? In this week's Jerusalem Lights podcast, Jim Long and Rabbi Chaim Richman reflect on the life story of this true

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01:04:06

The Two Halves of Torah: The Symbiosis of Sinai

Jerusalem Lights ·

2026/01/28

What is the true connection between the Tanach – the Written Torah – and the vast body of teachings that has been handed down ever since the Sinai Revelation, known as the Oral Torah? In this week's Jerusalem Lights podcast, Jim Long and Rabbi Chaim Richman examine the sacred origin of this unified revelation, focusing on the Oral Torah as the continuous, living transmission that makes up the ongoing, living resonance of the Written Torah. Our hosts demonstrate, through clear examples, how the

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01:13:32

What Really Happened During the Plague of Darkness?...

Jerusalem Lights ·

2026/01/21

If free choice is of preeminent importance, why did God 'take away' Pharaoh's free choice by 'strengthening his heart?' Why did God initially command Moses to ask Pharaoh for permission for a three-day leave, if the intention was never to return? What happened to 4/5 of the Israelites who did not want to leave Egypt? In this week's edition of the Jerusalem Lights podcast, Jim Long and Rabbi Chaim Richman offer some answers to our viewer's excellent and thoughtful

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01:15:27

I Will Be What I Will Be

Jerusalem Lights ·

2026/01/14

As this week's Torah portion of Va'era begins, God seeks to clarify His Name...identifying Himself as YHVH, 'Hashem,' a name that 'He did not make known' (Ex. 6:3) to the forefathers. What is it about the Redemption from Egypt that demonstrates the uniqueness of God's name? How do we understand the implication and nuances of the various sacred names that are mentioned in the Torah...and why did God first identify Himself to Moses at the Burning Bush with the mysterious identity of 'I Will be What I

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01:15:55

The Forging of a Nation

Jerusalem Lights ·

2026/01/07

As the drama of Egyptian exile begins to unfold in this week's Torah portion of Shemot, the family of Jacob begins to transition into the nation of Israel. The deepest truth is that this exile was written into Israel destiny long before...it has its roots in Abraham's prophetic experience at the 'Covenant between the Portions,' recorded in Genesis 15. In this week's podcast, Jim Long and Rabbi Chaim Richman reflect on this connection, and explore the understanding of the sages

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01:00:55

The Kiss of the Soul

Jerusalem Lights ·

2025/12/31

What is the secret that the patriarch Yaakov knew about the 'Shema Yisrael' ('Hear O Israel) prayer - the Torah's famous declaration of God's unique Oneness? And why do we close our eyes when we recite it? In this week's Jerusalem Lights podcast, Jim Long and Rabbi Chaim Richman share ideas that elevate our understanding of the 'Shema' prayer from a recitation, to a kiss of the soul. Our hosts also share some amazing insights to clarify the Torah's narrative that

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00:59:03

Channeling the Hidden Light of Creation

Jerusalem Lights ·

2025/12/10

What is the true significance of the beloved holiday of Chanukah? What secret is conveyed by the 36 lights that are kindled over the holiday? Jim Long and Rabbi Chaim Richman explore the depth and meaning of Chanukah, its connection to Adam, the first man, and its eternal themes of spiritual struggle and the victory of faith, that are more relevant today than ever. Blessings for a joyous, light-filled Chanukah from Jerusalem Lights! _________Rabbi Chaim Richman Jerusalem Lights | Torah for Everyone

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01:04:21

Thoreau, the Baal Shem Tov and Yaakov Avinu

Jerusalem Lights ·

2025/11/26

In this week's Jerusalem Lights podcast, Jim Long wraps up his trip to Israel before heading back to Arkansas with the story of his trip to Amman, Jordan - but wait for the surprise ending! Our hosts ponder the meaning of the sages' enigmatic expression, reflecting vast theological truths, that 'G-d is the place of the world, but the world is not His place.' What does that mean? Rabbi Richman pulls it all together with an unexpected connection between a story told about the holy Baal

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01:09:10

Discussing the Holy Temple Incense and the Noach Project

Jerusalem Lights ·

2025/11/19

Jim Long is in Israel this week working on an exciting project: the filming of a new documentary on the elusive subject of the Holy Temple Incense. Jim shares some details about this project, and his research, in this week's Jerusalem Lights podcast. Our hosts also discuss, with great anticipation, the upcoming publication of a fascinating volume of Torah knowledge on this very subject by the highly respected author and teacher, Rabbi Avraham Sutton. Jim and Rabbi Richman also introduce a

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00:46:32

Keturah - the Mystery Woman

Jerusalem Lights ·

2025/11/12

The beginning of Chapter 25 in the Torah portion of Chayei Sarah features several enigmatic and mysterious verses. Torah speaks of Abraham taking another wife after Sarah's death...Keturah. What is the true identity of this woman? What is the meaning of the 'gifts' that Abraham gave to his other children...and why did he send them off 'to the land of the East?' In this week's Jerusalem Lights podcast, Jim Long and Rabbi Chaim Richman ponder some fascinating teachings that

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01:09:59

Avraham's Amazing Hospitality: Imitating God

Jerusalem Lights ·

2025/11/05

In this week's Jerusalem Lights podcast, our hosts discuss the forefather Abraham's amazing dedication to caring for strangers, a reflection of his dedication to all Hashem's creations...even praying for the wicked people of Sodom to be spared in the merit of a few righteous. Jim Long and Rabbi Chaim Richman discuss the concept of this powerful merit, the tradition of the 36 hidden righteous individuals who keep the world going....and they ponder the age-old question: When a person is

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01:12:02

The Hidden Hand of HaShem in History

Jerusalem Lights ·

2025/10/29

In this first new episode in several weeks of our Jerusalem Lights podcast, Jim Long and Rabbi Chaim Richman are excited to be back together, as they examine some of the unusual aspects of this week's Torah portion of Lech Lecha: Abraham and Sarah begin to set the stage of history in ways that will profoundly effect their descendants, and all the world. The teachings and educational activities of Jerusalem Lights tap into the inner meaning of the prophecies concerning the reciprocal relationship

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01:07:14

The Universal Yom Kippur Experience

Jerusalem Lights ·

2025/09/30

What is the secret of repentance and how does one actually go about it? What does 'atonement' mean and what is so special about Yom Kippur, the 'Day of Atonement', when we pray for our names to be 'sealed' in the Book of Life? Jim Long and Rabbi Chaim Richman prepare for the arrival of the awesome day...the day when God promises forgiveness and rebirth - and a brand new start - to all who avail themselves of the gift of repentance. May you and your loved ones be sealed in the

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01:07:15

The Sound of the Shofar

Jerusalem Lights ·

2025/09/17

Rosh Hashanah is almost here…but it's not the 'Jewish' New Year! It's Adam's birthday, and the most significant day of the year, 'New Years Day' for the whole world...the time of judgment for all his descendants. In this week's Jerusalem Lights podcast, Jim Long and Rabbi Chaim Richman talk about the tremendous spiritual power and potential of this holy time, and why it is called by Torah the 'day of Shofar blasts.' Rosh Hashanah is the coronation of God as King of the Universe, and the time of

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01:11:39

Return To Your True Self

Jerusalem Lights ·

2025/09/03

This month of Elul is the month of return; a time for forgiveness and reconciliation; of acts of kindness, and sincere self-examination. Elul is not only about believing in G-d...it beckons us to start to truly believe in ourselves; in our own potential to re-connect with our true selves. In this week's Jerusalem Lights podcast, Jim Long and Rabbi Chaim Richman look at some of the spiritual goals of Elul through the eyes of King David, as he expressed in his stirring Psalm 27 -- a special psalm

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