Making modern meaning from ancient texts.! Each week Rabbi Micah Streiffer discusses the weekly Torah portion in about 7 to 12 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 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.
Friday Aug 28, 2020
Friday Aug 28, 2020
The measure of a society is how it treats its most vulnerable. #Justice
Friday Aug 21, 2020
Friday Aug 21, 2020
What does the Torah portion teach about government and the responsibilities of leaders? An appropriate parashah for the week of the political conventions.
Friday Aug 14, 2020
Friday Aug 14, 2020
How a mindset of stewardship and generosity can help cultivate happiness. a 7-minute exploration of the weekly Torah portion with Rabbi Micah Streiffer.