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Yeshua, the Pharisee

The Pharisaic roots of Yeshua shed light on his teachings and those of his apostles. By presenting Yeshua in this context, it clarifies ambiguous statements and aids Christian understanding while also fostering greater comprehension of his identity within Orthodox Judaism.

The Prayer Jesus Taught

In this article, I will be building upon the article titled “The Prayer Paul Taught” written by Seamus McGowan, where he argues based on 1 Corinthians 11:2 that Paul taught those of the church of Corinth to pray the Amidah (Shemoneh Esrei). I highly recommend reading through his article before reading mine; however, I will do a summary of what the Amidah is and what its contents are. Click here for a link to Seamus' article, and here for an English translation of the Amida

Greater than Shabbat?

Matthew 12:1-14 is a passage used most frequently by antinomians to rebuke observance of the biblical 7th day sabbath. Their understanding is that Yeshua’s words in this passage serve as a sort of diatribe against the sabbath or at the very least that Yeshua’s intent was to diminish the sabbath by comparing it to himself. This they derive from the words in verse 6 which they will insist is properly translated “Someone greater that the sabbath is here.” More on this later. T

Elohim vs The Elders?

One of the most commonly cited passages from those who oppose Oral Torah, Jewish tradition, and the notion of Yeshua as a Pharisee is found in Matthew 15. Specifically, the first handful of verses where a dispute between Yeshua and some Pharisees ensues in which these Pharisees accuse Yeshua's disciples of violating the traditions of the Elders : “Then Pharisees and scribes came to Jesus from Jerusalem, saying, “Why do your disciples disobey the tradition of the elders? For t

G-d vs Moses(Matt 19 and Divorce)

Divorce is never an easy topic to discuss. It’s a terrible thing that breaks families and relationships. Relationships are already complex enough and breaking a family apart is even more complex. Today the subject of divorce is a matter of debate at every level of society. From the secular regime to the realm of Christian philosophy and even within the Torah observant movement. Justifiable reason for divorce, the effect divorce yields on one's ability to remarry within Torah

From Midrash to Manuscript

Briefly summarized, The narrative outlines an encounter Yeshua had with some Pharisees in which they brought him a woman they claimed had been caught in the act of adultery and attempted to trap him by asking what should be done with her after having explained to Yeshua that the law commands she be stoned.

The Sick & The Healthy

A very telling encounter which Yeshua has with Pharisees in the Gospels which often gets either overlooked or ignored is in Matthew 9. It...

Rabbinic Messianic

Rabbinic Messianics remain within the bounds of traditional Judaism. We observe all halachah (Jewish law) and affirm the unity of G-d as...

Before Abraham was, I am

The statement in John 8:58, " Before Abraham was, I am , " has often been interpreted within Christian theology as a claim to divinity....

Fulfill or Abolish

In the fifth chapter of Matthew’s Gospel, Yeshua uses a word that has ignited significant debate and controversy within the evangelical church, particularly over the last decade. As one of the most hotly contested passages in the Gospels, it warrants close examination—although many readers may already be familiar with it. Do not think that I came to abolish the Torah or the Prophets! I did not come to abolish, but to fulfill. Matthew 5:17 At first glance, this statement may