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Short teachings and reflections.
A monthly gathering of men and women in North West London, this group studies the spiritual dimensions of Judaism and life, with ideas from texts of over three millennia of Jewish tradition; recordings below.
Discussion of points from the Haggada
Just before the fast of Ninth of Av in 2015, we explored ideas concerning the Temple, discussing points about the Sanctuary erected with Moses in the desert, the Temple of Solomon, the Second Temple...
A discussion of Sedra Nitzavim which is read before Rosh Hashana and helps us to understand the significance of the festival.
Sedra Vayishlach tells of Jacob's meeting Esau after many years of seperation. Before they meet, Jacob battles with Esau's angel. This helps us understand the role of the Jew in the world.
Exploring the Sedra. The response by G-d to Moses' complaint that since he went to Pharoah, the suffering had increased.
Exploring the idea that 'one leaves Egypt every day'.
A discussion of the Menorah in Sedra Behalotecha (Num. chs. 8-12) and also the idea that it is never too late.
A description of this interesting Sedra, in which Abraham aquirews land in Hebron, and a match is made between Isaac and Rebecca.
Discussing Sedra Pinchas and the role of Pinchas as Zealot and defender of Faith.
Discussing the Menorah, the idea that it's never too late, and the special journey of the individual through life
Exploring the life of Abraham in the Torah and Rambam and of idolatry ch. 1