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
Apr 17, 2020
Apr 17, 2020
7 min
How we can all be agents of holiness during difficult times. A 7-minute discussion of the weekly Torah portion with Rabbi Micah Streiffer. Plus a joke from TV's "West Wing!"
Apr 10, 2020
Apr 10, 2020
7 min
What does Pesach have to do with the Coronavirus crisis? How can we cope with our anxieties during these uncertain times?
Thoughts from Rabbi Micah Streiffer and an interview with J Streiffer. As always, a 7-minute listen.
Apr 2, 2020
Apr 2, 2020
6 min
This week's Torah portion teaches us about how we might find miracles in ordinary moments. A 7-minute listen.
Mar 27, 2020
Mar 27, 2020
7 min
Cultivating gratitude in difficult times, and why it's good for us. An exploration of the weekly Torah portion with Rabbi Micah Streiffer.
Mar 13, 2020
Mar 13, 2020
7 min
What lessons does this week's Torah portion offer in the time of COVID-19? Find out in this 7-minute podcast
Mar 9, 2020
Mar 9, 2020
5 min
What does an ancient book of satire teach us about Jewish life today? Thoughts about Purim, the book of Esther, and the holiday of Purim!
Mar 6, 2020
Mar 6, 2020
6 min
What did the ancient Jewish priests wear...and why do we care?? A 7-minute discussion of the Torah portion with Rabbi Micah Streiffer.
Feb 28, 2020
Feb 28, 2020
6 min
What does it mean to give of yourself, and why it actually benefits you most of all.
Feb 21, 2020
Feb 21, 2020
6 min
A 6-minute take on this week's Torah portion, including references to Mel Brooks and a discussion on the merits of blind faith in Judaism.
Feb 14, 2020
Feb 14, 2020
6 min
Can you find words in silence?A 5-minute discussion on this week's Torah portion.