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
Jun 26, 2020
Jun 26, 2020
7 min
The Torah teaches about the importance of remembering and learning from our past - not preserving it. A 7-minute exploration of the weekly Torah portion with Rabbi Micah Streiffer.
Jun 19, 2020
Jun 19, 2020
7 min
How believing that it is possible to learn and grow can transform a person's - or a country's - abilities. A 7-minute explanation of the weekly Torah portion with Rabbi Micah Streiffer.
Jun 12, 2020
Jun 12, 2020
8 min
An exploration of this week's Torah portion (as always, in 7 minutes) and what it has to say about racism.
Jun 5, 2020
Jun 5, 2020
7 min
What guidance does Judaism have to offer the conversation about racism in our society? A 7-minute exploration of the weekly Torah portion.
May 28, 2020
May 28, 2020
7 min
What do ice cream and Jewish learning have to do with one another? A 7-minute explanation of Shavuot, Judaism festival of thankfulness, tradition, and sweet treats.
May 22, 2020
May 22, 2020
7 min
The desert is a symbol for times of uncertainty. What can we learn from this week's Torah portion, and from the famous story of Nachshon, about community during the pandemic. A seven-minute exploration of the weekly Torah portion with Rabbi Micah Streiffer.
May 15, 2020
May 15, 2020
7 min
Judaism encourages us to build a relationship of connection and respect with the earth. A 7-minute exploration of the weekly Torah portion with Rabbi Micah Streiffer.
May 8, 2020
May 8, 2020
6 min
This week's Torah portion teaches about how to find meaning and holiness through everyday actions. A seven-minute discussion with Rabbi Micah Streiffer.
Apr 30, 2020
Apr 30, 2020
7 min
Why it helps, in frustrating moments, to remember that other people are doing the best they can.
Apr 24, 2020
Apr 24, 2020
7 min
The Torah has a message about how to deal with infectious disease. Turns out it's a message that is still relevant today. A 7-minute exploration of the weekly Torah portion with Rabbi Micah Streiffer.