10-Israel need to realize their historic short comings and how to rectify it Although the Lost Ten Tribes of Israel (also referred to as: 10-Israel, Ephraim, Yoseph, House of Israel, etc.) have come a long way on their homeward journey, an honest and practical assessment of the evidence demonstrates that they have not yet fully returned […]
Throughout the Bible various instances are cited, likening the relationship between G-d and his people, to one between husband and wife. Crucial to remember, the Bible always speaks in the language of man (anthropomorphisms). Similarly, the Bible uses metaphors and symbolic language to liken Israel and the Torah to husband and wife. When immersed deeply […]
Why Jews should NOT be proselytized! The short answer to this question is:Those Jews who are considering recognizing and accepting the Messiah which Christianity proclaims, should consider that according to history and the New Testament, he was an orthodox Jew, who upheld Halachic Judaism until his last day on earth. Nowhere did he ever indicate […]
When G-d gave the Laws of Booths (Succoth) to Moses (Leviticus chapter 23), He did not only say you should dwell in the Succah for 7 days, He also explained what exactly would comprise a valid Succah; minimum measurements, suitable vs. unsuitable materials for the roof, and other necessary details of construction. However, these measurements […]
A Prose Poem by Agatha van der Merwe – a re-identifying 10-Triber A heart-rendering plea to Judah for acceptance, Judah did you know? There is a hidden remnant of people Scattered and sown ‘mongst the nations afar, Who discovered we are your brother, Joseph Responding to a voice that is calling “This is the way […]
How, indeed, do a people comprised of various tribes, each with its own character, temperament, talents and vocation, achieve union as “one nation”? Based on the teachings of the Lubavitcher Rebbe – adapted by Yanki Tauber; as published by MeaningfulLife.com under the Title “Tribes”. DISCLAIMER – The authors of this dissertation are not associated with KOL HA’TOR […]
Origin of the Karaites and their Teachings We will in this study attempt to analyze the often contentious and fiery topic of Rabbinic authority over the Word of G-d. This issue is intertwined with the topic of the Oral Torah of Judaism. We will then mainly address one of the many opposing forces against this […]
Pronunciation: Shir – as in ‘shin’ ‘a’s – as in ‘Mamma’ Lot – ‘o’ as in ‘door’ Ma’a lot = ascent(s), from the same root as the word ‘aliyah’ = emigration to Israel, lit. to ascend, to go up to. This Song from the Psalms and its application in Jewish religious custom, provides wonderful confirmation […]
We are witnessing today the early and fast increasing signs of this re-awakening, re-identifying, regathering and reunion of the Two Houses of Israel, i.e. Judah (Jews) and the Ten Lost Tribes of Israel, into one reborn nation. This theme underpins the main message of Biblical Prophecy and is most pointedly summarized in one of the […]
Ancient Jewish tradition identified this mysterious person called “Shiloh” in Genesis 49:10, as being the Messiah: “Until Shiloh comes”: this alludes to the King Messiah” – Midrash Genesis Rabbah 98.8, ibid 99.9 “The Messiah’s name is Shiloh” – Midrash Lamentations Rabbah I.16.51 The Targums [Ancient Aramaic translations and paraphrases of the Hebrew Bible] are almost […]