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
Sep 11, 2020
Sep 11, 2020
7 min
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.
Sep 4, 2020
Sep 4, 2020
7 min
You have the power to shape your own journey. A 7-minute exploration of the weekly Torah portion with Rabbi Micah Streiffer.
Aug 28, 2020
Aug 21, 2020
Aug 21, 2020
8 min
What does the Torah portion teach about government and the responsibilities of leaders? An appropriate parashah for the week of the political conventions.
Aug 14, 2020
Aug 14, 2020
7 min
How a mindset of stewardship and generosity can help cultivate happiness. a 7-minute exploration of the weekly Torah portion with Rabbi Micah Streiffer.
Aug 7, 2020
Aug 7, 2020
7 min
Why do bad things happen to good people? Can it be explained, and are we even asking the right question?
Jul 31, 2020
Jul 31, 2020
6 min
Deep thoughts about holiness, awe, and the oneness of the universe - that came to me at 4 am.
Jul 17, 2020
Jul 17, 2020
7 min
This week's Torah portion teaches about what it is to be on a journey, and how much we need each other along the way. Relevent to Covid, and to pretty much everything else we do in life.
Jul 10, 2020
Jul 10, 2020
7 min
In this week's Torah portion, a group of courageous women remind us that change is possible in society.
Jul 3, 2020
Jul 3, 2020
8 min
Acting toward others with generosity and kindness actually helps us become more hopeful and optimistic. A 7-minute exploration of the weekly Torah portion with Rabbi Micah Streiffer.