Midrashim – with Dr. Walter Oakley
Tuesdays on ARBA4 / Torah Focus
This program begins to define “Tradition.” In the next few weeks we will look at the true meaning of “tradition and how it relates to our study and the Book of Mark.
Study Notes available in the Ebook file below.
Tonight’s class will continue the saga of the Mesorah of Mark. The following lesson guide will be requisite.
Midrashim – with Dr. Walter Oakley
Tuesdays on ARBA4 / Torah Focus
Midrashim continues with the series Mesorah of Mark. . This series continues our look at the “Gospel” of Mark from a new and exciting approach. We will take some time to look at the Tradition (Mesorah) or Mark with a new thesis in mind. This thesis postulates the idea that Mark was written in a Mishnaic fashion. The Mesorah” of Mark was transmitted to Mark by Peter his mentor and Sage. It will take us some time to work this thesis out. However, we are excited that this work will be full of revelation concerning Yeshua our Messiah.
You will also want to download the supplemental material and study guide that goes along with this class. Click the “EBook” connection below.
Midrashim – with Dr. Walter Oakley
Tuesdays on ARBA4 / Torah Focus
Program #81 – Elul and Teshuva #5 “A look at the Soul”
In this program we look at the varied views of the soul. We have heard teachings that depict man as a trichotomy and dichotomy. Are these really the views of the Bible? Are these really Shaul’s (Paul) views? Or, was Shaul saying something deeper? Before we can repair the damage caused by sin we must understand how we were created. This may bse a different approach. Nevertheless it captures the essence of the Biblical view of the soul.
A Taste of HebrewIn this Taste of Hebrew we look at the Hebrew word “Maz’ria” מַזְרִיעַ basically meaning seed. I look at the lexical information as well as four ways the word is used throughout the Biblical text.
Midrashim – with Dr. Walter Oakley
Tuesdays on ARBA4
Program #80 – Elul and Teshuva #4 “Repairing the Damage caused by sin”
In this program we look at the connections we have to the Torah as a means for purifying ourselves from the sins of the year. We look at Perki Avot 4:2 where we are told that the consequence of a mitzvah is a mitzvah and that the consequence of sin is sin. This reminds us of the passage where we are told that what we sow is what we reap. We look at how to stop the process and find a path towards purity.
A Taste of Hebrew – with Dr. Walter Oakley
Mondays on ARBA4/Torah Focus A Taste of Hebrew #60 Esev / עֵשֶׂב
The Hebrew word is usually translated “Herb.” In this Taste of Hebrew we look at other possible ways to translate this word. This word causes us to move outside the lexicon for definitive clarification.
Midrashim – with Dr. Walter Oakley
Tuesdays on ARBA4
Program #79 – Elul and Teshuva #3 “The Neshama continued”
This program continues the look at the month of Elul as the month of repentance.
We begin to delve more deeply into the idea of the Neshama and our job in relation to maintaining its purity. What is our job in this world? What is our job in relation to the Neshama? Why were we given a Neshama?
יום שלישי, י”ט באלול, תשס”ט
A Taste of Hebrew – with Dr. Walter Oakley
Mondays on ARBA4/Torah Focus
A Taste of Hebrew #59 Dasha / דשא
This program is a discussion on the Hebrew word Dasha which is rooted in the word Dasha. This word is seldom used in the scriptural text. We look at it interpretation an use.
יום שני, י”ח באלול, תשס”ט
Midrashim – with Dr. Walter Oakley
Tuesdays on ARBA4
Program #78 – Elul and Teshuva #2 “The Neshama”
In this program continues the look at the month of Elul as the month of repentance. In this program we begin to look at the internal contamination of the soul (Nefesh/ Neshamah) by sin. This program is preparatory for a look at the genuine role of Teshuvah and the Mitzvot. This evening marks the transition into the period of introspection, called Teshuvah. During this time it is customary we begin to look inward.
A Taste of Hebrew – with Dr. Walter Oakley
Mondays on ARBA4/Torah Focus
A Taste of Hebrew #5טוב 8
This program is a discussion on the Hebrew word Tov. This word is associated with “good” We look at the lexical definition of the word to see it beauty and depth.
A Taste of Hebrew – with Dr. Walter Oakley
Mondays on ARBA4/Torah Focus
A Taste of Hebrew #5יַמִּים 7
This program is a discussion on the Hebrew word Yamim. This word is associated with “seas” and the collections of water. We are working in verse 10 of Genesis chapter 1. This verse also tells us how to interpret particular words.
Midrashim – with Dr. Walter Oakley
Tuesdays on ARBA4
Program #71 – Genuine Spirituality #14
“Let us make man”
This program initiates a look at the Biblical phrase “Let us make man in our image.” We have delved into the age old argument as to who the “US” could possibly be. We look at the text rather throughly to see if we can find clues as to who the “US” could possibly be. It is profound to look and actually see the Biblical text explain this phrase. This is the first in a two part series on this phrase.
Midrashim – with Dr. Walter Oakley
Tuesdays on ARBA4
Program #76 – Genuine Spirituality #19 “The Neshama” נשׁמה
In this program continues the look at the creation of man. In this program we begin to look at the internal characteristics of the soul (Nefesh/ Neshamah). This program is preparatory for a look at the genuine role of Teshuvah and the Mitzvot. This enening marks the transition into the period of introspection, called Teshuvah. Tonight will be Rosh Chodesh Elul. We are now on the fast track to Rosh HaShanah and Yom Kippur. As is customary we begin to look inward.
A Taste of Hebrew – with Dr. Walter Oakley
Mondays on ARBA4/Torah Focus
A Taste of Hebrew #56 הַיַּבָּשָׁה
This program is a discussion on the Hebrew word Yabashah . This word is associated with “dry land.” It also has other implications as do most Hebrew words.
