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.
A Taste of Hebrew – with Dr. Walter Oakley
Mondays on ARBA4/Torah Focus
A Taste of Hebrew #55 וְתֵרָאֶה
This program is a discussion on the Hebrew word Ra’ah. We look at this lexically along with the TWOT meanings of the word. Strong’s number H7200 TWOT word 2095
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
A Taste of Hebrew – with Dr. Walter Oakley
Mondays on ARBA4/Torah Focus
A Taste of Hebrew #52 יִקָווּ Yekavu
In this “Taste of Hebrew” I take a look at the Hebrew word יִקָווּ from pasuk ט perke א of ספר בראשית
The ninth (9th) verse of the first chapter of Genesis. We look at the diversified word and its varied meanings.
A Taste of Hebrew – with Dr. Walter Oakley
Mondays on ARBA4/Torah Focus
A Taste of Hebrew #49 – Computers, Lexicons and Hebrew
In this “Taste of Hebrew” I look into some resources to help us better learn Hebrew. I discuss two Interlinear Bibles and then delve into Biblical software (freeware) that can enhance Hebrew learning skills.
Torah Focus – with Dr. Walter Oakley
Counting the Omer – Keys to Spirituality
In this class we look at the Counting of the Omer from Vayikra (Leviticus) 23:15ff as a means of understanding the process of spiritual growth and maturity.
We contrast Peasch and a picture of being born into the Kingdom with Shavout (Pentecost) the receiving of the Torah at Sinai. Pesach teaches us to come to faith in G-d through Messiah. Sinai teaches how that those who have come to faith should conduct themselves.
This is a positive class with a positive view of how the Torah is supposed to affect the life of the Believer.
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A Taste of Hebrew – with Dr. Walter Oakley
Mondays on ARBA4
A Taste of Hebrew #39 – The Biblical Day Part 1
In this program I initiate a two part discussion on the Biblical day. The Hebrew test is used to elaborate on the constructive mechanism of the creative process.
We begin to look beyond the pure lexical definitions of the words and loog at the Hebrew sentences as concepts of creation.
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In the Beginning (Bereshit).
We begin delving into the Hebrew text itself.
The following link will take you to a Hebrew/English web page of the Biblical text. Mechon Mamre
This link will open to a Hebrew / English parallel version of the Bible. You will be able to read and follow along with us and learn the Hebrew Bible word for word.
What does the Hebrew word “Bereshit” mean? What is its root and foundation?
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The Law nailed to the Cross?
If the Believer is to live a Torah observant lifestyle what was nailed to the cross? (Col 2:13-17) Some translations suggest that the Torah (Law) has been nailed to the Cross.
The following translation is the Phillips translation of the Biblical text.
He has forgiven you all your sins: Christ has utterly wiped out the damning evidence of broken laws and commandments which always hung over our heads, and has completely annulled it by nailing it over his own head on the cross.
We discuss the language of this text and explore the use of the Greek words δομα, (dogma) κρινω (krino) and νομος (nomos.)
We also discuss this passage as well as the wall that was broken down in Shaul’s letter to the Ephesians. (Eph 2:11-16ff)
A Taste of Hebrew – with Dr. Walter Oakley
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Program #1- Introduction – SHALOM!
Introduction to How the Hebrew language works:
We start with the word Shalom. What does the Hebrew word Shalom really mean? I discuss the parent word of shalom. In this lesson we give an introduction into Hebrew. We start here building a Hebrew vocabulary.
Legalism Continued
I continue my discussion of Legalism.
We look at the differences between the varied schools of thought in the First Century. We explore Acts 10-15 and then ask the question what did Yeshua teach with regards to the Gentile question?
We discuss Cornelius and the G-d-fearers and Acts 10:28.
We conclude with the various definitions of Legalism.
The Malchut Shamayim – Kingdom of Heaven
The Fifth lesson of “From Jerusalem to Athens” begins with a discussion on Adam and his occupation as the initial authority of the Malchut Shamayim (Kingdom of Heaven). I discuss the terms as used in the Apostolic Writings. Likewise, we discuss the two phrases used in the Apostolic Texts, Kingdom of Heaven vs Kingdom of G-d. And then Yeshua’s preaching the “Kingdom of Heaven” is “at hand.” We discuss the phrase “at hand.”
The Kingdom Of Heaven was contested by the serpent. How does this play out in the scriptures. What happened to the Kingdom when Adam failed to live up to his obligation to protect the garden and dominate the earth?
We discuss this Kingdom and what really happened to it in Adam’s fall.
Program #20 – The Mishna, Yeshua’s Teachings & Pirket Avot 2
In this program I begin moving forward in my discussion of the Pirke Avot. Likewise, we explore the idea that Yeshua and his talmidim were acquainted with the Mishnaic ideas of their day.
Who were the Men of the Great Assembly? We discuss who they were and their identities. I discuss Ezra the Torah teacher and a Member of the Men of the Great Assembly. Ezra restores the Torah to Yisrael. Hillel the last of the Zugot (pairs) equals the character of Ezra because he too restores the Torah to Yisrael.
Avot 1:2 Shimon the Righteous was among the last surviving members of the Great assembly. He would say: The world stands on three things: Torah, the service of G-d, and deeds of kindness.
From here I move into the 4th Mishnah which reads
Avot 1:4 Yossi ben (son of) Yo’ezer of Ts’raidah and Yossi ben Yochanan of Jerusalem received the transmission from them. Yossi ben Yo’ezer used to say: Let your house be a meeting place for the sages, cleave to the dust of their feet, and drink thirstily their words.”
I begin discussing the 5 Zugot (Pairs). The First set of pairs being found in this Mishhnah. The final set of pairs being Hillel and Shammai. I discuss why the Torah was passed on to the Zugot. I further explain the characteristics of the Zugot and their relationship to the Sanhedrin’s two key figures, the Nasi – President of the Sanhedrin and the Av Beit Din (Father of the House of Judgment). I deal with this pattern as it is seen in Hillel and Shammai in the times of Yeshua and his talmidim.
One the most positive prayers that we can offer is the modeh ani. Sources suggest that it should be said before we ever get out of bed. (This is my practice) Regardless, the modeh ani is our first contact with HaShem during the day. If we take the time to start the day by having a conversation with HaShem, we are more likely to spend the remainder of the day conversing with Him.
Jewish sources suggest that the prayer “Modeh Ani” is a prayer that reminds us that we (believers) will have our part in the resurrection. Being raised from sleep (a picture of death) is symbolic of the resurrection. Therefore, the “modeh ani” is picturesque of thanking HaShem for raising us from the dead after the resurrection. The “modeh ani” looks forward to the “olam haba” (world to come) and our being able to spend eternity with HaShem whom we have devoted our life and service to.
The following is a quotation of the “modeh ani”.
Modeh ani lefaneicha melech chai v’kayam shehechezarta bi nishmati bechemlah – rabbah emunatecha
I gratefully thank you, O living and eternal King, for You have returned my soul within me with compassion – abundant is Your faithfulness!
Regardless of whether you say the “modeh ani” or not, practice starting the day by having a conversation with HaShem. Start as soon as possible. It will set the mood for the day.
Another beauty of this prayers is the fact that HaShem raises us for purpose. By this I mean that we have the soul refreshed and returned for a specific purpose. What is that purpose? Service. We are raised each day for service to HaShem. The day we die will be the day we cease our service here on this mundane world.
Shalom
