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Manufacturing Verses

"and Jesus came and resided in a city called Nazareth that what was spoken through the prophets might be fulfilled, 'He shall be called a Nazarene.'" Matthew 2:23 The gist of this proof-text is to support the claim (erroneous at that) of the Messiah hailing from the Galilean city of Nazareth. There are two details of significance here: • There is no requirement found anywhere in Tanach that the Messiah needs to come from Nazareth • The verse Matthew cites appears nowhere in Tanach Christia

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Zalman Kravitz

Jun 4, 2025 — 1 min read

Which Jewish Translation Of The Bible You Should Read

I'm often asked which Jewish translation of the Bible is the best, or most recommended. There are three translations of the Jewish Bible that I recommend to people. Judaica Press TanachThis is available for free on Chabad.org at http://www.chabad.org/library/bible_cdo/aid/63255/jewish/The-Bible-with-Rashi.htm. The Living TorahThis is the Five Books of Moses and the Haftarot, a new translation based on traditional Jewish sources, with notes, introduction, maps, and a great index. It's by Rabb

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Zalman Kravitz

Jun 4, 2025 — 1 min read

Isaiah 53 Explained

Isaiah 53 is the fifty-third chapter of the Book of Isaiah in the Hebrew Bible or the Old Testament of the Christian Bible. This book contains the prophecies spoken by the prophet Isaiah, and is a part of the Book of the Prophets. It is said that the chapter talks about Yeshua Hamoschaich (Jesus), or does it? Let's find out. Question: I was given a book by a friend entitled: Isaiah 53-Explained. It is very confusing and I really don't know who "the Servant" is......It sounds like it IS talking

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Zalman Kravitz

Jun 4, 2025 — 3 min read

Missionary Claims #2

Claim #2: The Jewish Bible is full of prophetic references to Jesus "Hebrew Christians" believe that Jesus was the promised Messiah, and they attempt to prove this by quoting various passages from the Jewish Bible. Such quotations may sound impressive, overwhelming and confusing to anyone with only a passing knowledge of Judaism and with no command of the Hebrew language. The Jewish Response 1) The only reason these passages, or so-called "proof texts," appear to be alluding to Jesus is becau

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Zalman Kravitz

Jun 4, 2025 — 3 min read

5 STEPS if you are approached by a Missionary

What to do if you are approached by a missionary? How must you react? Let's find out in this interesting article. 1. Try to disengage as quickly as possible: * Who are you? What organization are you affiliated with? Does it have a religious designation? * Thank you, but no thanks. I am already affiliated with (Jewish Group Name) 2. End your response with concluding statement: * I appreciate your sincerity, but I am happy with my identity as it is. HAVE A GREAT DAY! 3. If challenge continue

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Zalman Kravitz

Jun 4, 2025 — 1 min read

David's Story

My name is David. I was born a Jew. When I was growing up, I had a very limited Jewish education. It was in my mid-20's when I began to feel the need for some sort of spirituality. I began to search for G-d, and I was answered by a Fundamentalist Christian -- my landlord's son, whom we'll call Jeff. He, Jeff, told me about Jesus. He told me that Jesus was my savior. He told me Jesus died for me. He told me that I needed to repent my sins and accept Jesus to be "saved". As an un-educated, non

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Zalman Kravitz

Jun 4, 2025 — 3 min read

What is the meaning of the word Zion?

The Hebrew name Tzion (ציון), or “Zion” appears at least 157 times in the Bible. Below are a couple examples of the verses in the Jewish Bible. Let us find out the meaning of the word Zion. In many sources, the Rabbis interpreted the passages to be referring to the source of Jewish wisdom as the Sanhedrin was housed in the building adjacent the Temple in Jerusalem. The Hebrew word for Zion, Tzion (ציון), can be translated as “indication” or “marking.” The Lubavitcher Rebbe, Rabbi Menachem Men

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Zalman Kravitz

Jun 4, 2025 — 3 min read

Why Jews Cannot Accept the New Testament

A TEXT OUT OF CONTEXT… IS JUST A PRETEXT What are the differences - Christianity vs Judaism? Why Jews Cannot Accept the New Testament For centuries, Christians have asked why Jews don’t accept the authenticity of the New Testament. Let’s explore in depth one of the many reasons, namely contradictions and inconsistencies. Judaism believes that the Jewish Scriptures, often referred to as the Old Testament,[1] are the inspired word of God. If passages appear to contradict one another, it is ou

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Zalman Kravitz

Jun 4, 2025 — 18 min read