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A THIN LINE BETWEEN PASSION AND ZEALOTRY

A THIN LINE BETWEEN PASSION AND ZEALOTRY

By Eric H. Yoffie The final nine verses of Parashat Balak, the second parashah in this week's double portion, tell the story of Zimri, who brings a Midianite woman into the Israelite camp for the purpose of having sexual relations with her. Phinehas, a grandson of Aaron, promptly stabs both Zimri and the woman to death. (Numbers 25:6-8) In the following portion, Parashat Pinchas, we are told that Phinehas is rewarded by God with the gift of the hereditary priesthood. (Numbers 25:10-13) An ext


Zalman Kravitz

Zalman Kravitz

Further Study

Further Study

Basics (Note: some articles are still being prepared and will be available very soon) * The Fundamentals of Jewish Belief - the "13 Principles" * How is Judaism different than Christianity? What about the Jews? * Read what some famous non-Jews have to say Links to related Information: * Judaism 101 ( Good introduction to many Jewish concepts --Introductory) * SimpleToRemember.com - What was this fire that burned in the hearts of our ancestors?  Why are the Jews once again the focus of th


Zalman Kravitz

Zalman Kravitz

Raising Amazing Children

Raising Amazing Children

Recommended Reading! 27 Secrets to Raising Amazing Children by Molly B. Koch Visit the website / Purchase the book What parents want most from their children is respect. But in order to give it, children need to experience it first; they need to know what respect is---what it means, what it feels like, and how to show it. They cannot give what they have never received. 27 Secrets to Raising Amazing Children is all about respect---what it is, what it is not, how to give it and how to get


Zalman Kravitz

Zalman Kravitz

Does Bible Prophesy Book of Mormon?

Does Bible Prophesy Book of Mormon?

The Book of Mormon purportedly tells the story of two entirely different early American peoples. The first is the Jaredites, who came after the dispersion from the tower of Babel under the leadership of Jared and his brother (Ether 2). This group finally annihilated itself through internecine rivalries and revolts. The second group described in the Book of Mormon is comprised mainly of descendants of a man named Lehi and his four sons, Laman, Lemuel, Sam, and Nephi (1 Nephi 2:5). In addition to


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Zalman Kravitz

The Return Of The Patriarchs-- 1925 C.E..

The Return Of The Patriarchs-- 1925 C.E..

The year 1925 is here. With great expectation Christians have looked forward to this year. Many have confidently expected that all members of the body of Christ will be changed to heavenly glory during the year. This may be accomplished. It may not be. THE RETURN OF THE PATRIARCHS-- 1925 c.e. by Gerald Sigal In reference to itself the Watchtower Society states: Of course, it is easy to say that this group acts as a "prophet" of God. It is another thing to prove it. The only way that this can


Zalman Kravitz

Zalman Kravitz

God as One vs. The Trinity

God as One vs. The Trinity

Christian Belief The foundation of Christian theology includes belief that G-d exists as a Trinity, and that Jesus is the bodily incarnation of G-d and acts as a mediator between G-d and man. Hebrew Christian missionaries claim that this theology is totally compatible with Judaism. Jewish standpoint Judaism maintains that although certain beliefs may be permissible for non-Jews, they are not acceptable for Jews. The Christian theology concerning G-d is one example of a belief that is absolute


Zalman Kravitz

Zalman Kravitz

Jews as God’s Chosen People

Jews as God’s Chosen People

Are the Jews God's Chosen people? What does “chosen” mean? Let's find out. The meaning of “Chosen” has changed over time and has a different meaning for different groups. The first reference to God’s Chosen people is in Exodus. Exodus 19:5-6 5. And now, if you obey Me and keep My covenant, you shall be to Me a treasure out of all peoples, for Mine is the entire earth. 6. And you shall be to Me a kingdom of princes and a holy nation.' These are the words that you shall speak to the children of


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Zalman Kravitz