This Torah Focus Class will look at the readings associated with Deuteronomy 15:7-16:17.
We will look at the Commentary on Amos 84-10 and 9:13-15 and Our Selection of Mark which looks at the mockery Yeshua went through by the Roman Cohort of Pilate. Mark 15:16-21
Class materials can be located at Keslev 21, 5772
Live at 7 CST
The three segments of Mesorah of Mark #5 are now available on ARBA4.com
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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.
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.
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
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.
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.
Midrashim – with Dr. Walter Oakley
Program #22 – A Gentile Question
“A Gentile Question.” What does the Gentile have to do to inherit the olam haba?
I continue to use the Mishna (Pirke Avot – the Sayings, Chapter or Ethics of the Fathers) as a tool to illuminate the world of Yeshua and His talmidim.
I begin talking about the fourth pair of the Zugot (pairs) Shemayah and Avyalyon. These men who received the Tradition of the Torah were descendants of Gentiles.
Our discussion uses Yoma 71b to illuminate the lives and circumstances of Shemayah and Avyalyon’s lives.
This passage in the Talmud discusses the confrontation between these Teachers and the Cohen Gadol on Yom Kippur. These two men suggest that the heathen who does the “work of Aaron” will come in peace. This phrase is a synonym for entrance into the Olam haba (world to come). I discuss the descendants and work of Aaron.
I discuss the 2nd chapter of the Book of Malachi. 2:1-6.
These passages discuss the work of Aaron and the covenant of peace established with Levi.
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Midrashim – with Dr. Walter Oakley
Tuesdays on ARBA4
Program #74 – Genuine Spirituality #17
“The L-RD G-d”
This program looks at the Biblical phrase L-RD G-d. Why does the text switch from the exclusive term G-d (Elohim) to the combined phrase “L-RD G-d”? This program looks at this idea as a means to explain the nature of man and the Torah. Shaul suggests that the Torah kills (the letter kills) in his letter to the Corinthians. Why does he say this? Is this a negative statement towards the Torah or does it explain is some way of controlling our yetzer hara?
Midrashim – with Dr. Walter Oakley
Tuesdays on ARBA4
Program #73 – Genuine Spirituality #16
“The Yetzer Hara”
In this program I build on the idea that man is the creation of earth and breath of G-d. This gives man a dual nature of sorts. This helps us explain the propensity towards the natural mundane world. However, it creats a great question. Why did G-d give us a Yetzer hara?
This Thursday night we will be looking at the Temple and its role in First Century life. We will see Yeshua in the Temple and view his attitude towards the Beith HaMikdash. We will also be looking at the Biblical commands to make a Mikdash (Sanctuary) for HaShem. Join us live at 7 CST
