Practical Torah Observance Archive

  • Those who've attempted to seriously study God's Law (Torah) understand that sometimes the Torah is not easy to interpret. In this study, Ariel Berkowitz gives students of the Scriptures some important pointers, which should make Torah-study easier and more rewarding.

    How to Study the Torah | by Ariel Berkowitz

    Posted on March 20, 2013 | 2 Comments
    Those who've attempted to seriously study God's Law (Torah) understand that sometimes the Torah is not easy to interpret. In this study, Ariel Berkowitz gives students of the Scriptures some important pointers, which should make Torah-study easier and more rewarding.

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  • You may have already heard about it, but you may still be wondering, what is Halakha? Where does it come from? In this article, Ariel ben-Lyman HaNaviy explains the history of this concept, and discusses its subsequent development in rabbinic literature.

    FAQ: What is Halakha? | by Ariel ben-Lyman HaNaviy

    Posted on September 18, 2012 | 3 Comments
    You may have already heard about it, but you may still be wondering, what is Halakha? Where does it come from? In this article, Ariel ben-Lyman HaNaviy explains the history of this concept, and discusses its subsequent development in rabbinic literature.

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  • Many are surprised to find out that water baptism is not originally a christian act. In this article Ariel HaNaviy discusses the Jewish history of water baptism and what the Hebraic roots of this act can tell us about baptism today.

    Tevilah and Mikveh | by Ariel ben-Lyman HaNaviy

    Posted on February 19, 2012 | 2 Comments
    Many are surprised to find out that water baptism is not originally a christian act. In this article Ariel HaNaviy discusses the Jewish history of water baptism and what the Hebraic roots of this act can tell us about baptism today.

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  • Is God concerned about the outward appearance of His people? Do our decisions about clothing, hair styles, jewelry, and other such things matter to Him? Daniel Botkin weighs in.

    The Outward Appearance of God’s People: Does it Matter? | by Daniel Botkin

    Posted on August 10, 2011 | 10 Comments
    Is God concerned about the outward appearance of His people? Do our decisions about clothing, hair styles, jewelry, and other such things matter to Him? Daniel Botkin weighs in.

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  • The Biblical concept of congregational life - the shared life of a group of disciples in a local body - is a concept that is foreign to many American Christians. A believer may attend meetings, seminars, and conferences for years, and yet never know anything of genuine corporate, congregational life, either by experience or in theory.

    The Importance of Congregational Life | by Daniel Botkin

    Posted on July 19, 2011 | 1 Comment
    The Biblical concept of congregational life - the shared life of a group of disciples in a local body - is a concept that is foreign to many American Christians. A believer may attend meetings, seminars, and conferences for years, and yet never know anything of genuine corporate, congregational life, either by experience or in theory.

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  • Do you know what God's will is for your life? Are you supposed to get a job or go to school? If a job, what kind? Where? If school, where? What does God want you to study? Should you marry? Who? When? Where should you live? Should you rent or buy a home? Which congregation does God want you to attend? Daniel Botkin weighs in on the timeless question of knowing the will of God.

    Knowing the Will of God | by Daniel Botkin

    Posted on June 29, 2011 | No Comments
    Do you know what God's will is for your life? Are you supposed to get a job or go to school? If a job, what kind? Where? If school, where? What does God want you to study? Should you marry? Who? When? Where should you live? Should you rent or buy a home? Which congregation does God want you to attend? Daniel Botkin weighs in on the timeless question of knowing the will of God.

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  • “And these words, which I command thee this day, shall be in thine heart: And thou shalt teach them diligently unto thy children, and shalt talk of them when thou...

    Teaching God’s Word to Our Children | by Daniel Botkin

    Posted on January 25, 2011 | 1 Comment
    “And these words, which I command thee this day, shall be in thine heart: And thou shalt teach them diligently unto thy children, and shalt talk of them when thou...

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  • In this short article, Ariel HaNaviy touches on Rabbi Saul (Paul) of Tarsus, the Judaizers, types/shadows, and what it means to turn away from Moses.

    A Short Midrash on Acts 21 | Ariel ben-Lyman HaNaviy

    Posted on January 9, 2011 | No Comments
    In this short article, Ariel HaNaviy touches on Rabbi Saul (Paul) of Tarsus, the Judaizers, types/shadows, and what it means to turn away from Moses.

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  • Torah Observance is a matter of the heart. It always has been and always will be. The Torah Proper (first Five Books of Moshe) instructed the people of Isra’el to “love ADONAI your God with all their heart, all your being and all your resources” (Deuteronomy 6:5). This is where “Shomer Mitzvot” begins—by loving HaShem, and accepting Him on His terms....

    Torah Observant “Shomer Mitzvot” | Ariel ben-Lyman HaNaviy

    Posted on December 24, 2010 | No Comments
    Torah Observance is a matter of the heart. It always has been and always will be. The Torah Proper (first Five Books of Moshe) instructed the people of Isra’el to “love ADONAI your God with all their heart, all your being and all your resources” (Deuteronomy 6:5). This is where “Shomer Mitzvot” begins—by loving HaShem, and accepting Him on His terms....

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