Making modern meaning from ancient texts! Each week Rabbi Micah Streiffer discusses the weekly Torah portion in about 7 to 10 minutes, through liberal Jewish eyes. We weave together philosophy, spirituality, tradition, and social justice - and derive meaning for today‘s life from our sacred sources. Longer episodes include a bonus interview with leading rabbis and Jewish thought leaders. Seven Minute Torah is a production of LAASOK, the liberal Beit Midrash ("House of Study"). Contact us at info@laasok.org with comments or questions.
Episodes
Friday Nov 13, 2020
Friday Nov 13, 2020
Chayei Sarah is a Torah portion about death. So why does its title only mention life??
Friday Nov 06, 2020
Friday Nov 06, 2020
In this week's #Torah portion, the strange and challenging story of Sodom and Gomorrah teaches us that a just society is one that hears the voices of its citizens. #socialjustice #counteveryvote
Friday Oct 30, 2020
Friday Oct 30, 2020
This week's parashah introduces Abraham, the first Jew. But who is Abraham anyway?? Come hear an ancient story about the beginning of the #Jewish journey, and how it is still shaping our way of life.
Friday Oct 23, 2020
Friday Oct 23, 2020
Noah is not a children's story at all! In this week's "Seven Minute Torah" podcast, we discuss how this Torah portion teaches about responsibility, dignity, and the origins of civilization.
Friday Oct 16, 2020
Friday Oct 16, 2020
Did you know that the Torah tells two different, contradictory stories about the origin of the earth? Together they remind us that we are responsible to take care of this planet.
Friday Oct 09, 2020
Friday Oct 09, 2020
The Torah's final message is that it belongs to everyone. Let's explore together in the finale of season 1.
Friday Oct 02, 2020
Friday Oct 02, 2020
How does hanging out in a sukkah teach us about #gratitude and about #socialjustice? Come explore the week's Torah portion in just 7 minutes.
Friday Sep 18, 2020
Friday Sep 18, 2020
Family, continuity, repentance, and appreciation. These are the themes of #RoshHashanah. Join us as we explore the holiday's 3 Torah portions in only 7 minutes.
Friday Sep 11, 2020
Friday Sep 11, 2020
This week's Torah portion suggests a framework for how to approach those who live at the outskirts of society. A message of #socialjustice and human dignity.
Friday Sep 04, 2020
Friday Sep 04, 2020
You have the power to shape your own journey. A 7-minute exploration of the weekly Torah portion with Rabbi Micah Streiffer.