Torah

The Torah outlines the foundational narrative of Judaism. It consists of the first five of the 24 books that make up the Tanach. The five books are: Genesis, Exodus, Leviticus, Numbers, and Deuteronomy. It narrates the origins of Judaism- from God's creation of the world, to the descent of the people of Israel into Egypt and their salvation with the granting of the Torah on Mt. Sinai. The Torah ends with the death of Moses, prior to the people's crossing to the promised land. The books highlight civil laws, religious obligations, and teachings such as the 10 commandments.

IDF soldiers killed due to yeshivas 'neglecting Torah study', former chief rabbi claims

Yitzhak Yosef condoled the families of the five soldiers killed in Gaza's Beit Hanun in an open letter, calling for increased Torah study, implicitly denouncing haredi draft attempts.

 Shas spiritual leader and former Sephardic chief rabbi, Yitzhak Yosef, seen during a weekly lecture at the Yazdim synagogue in Jerusalem, June 07, 2025; illustrative.
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Rabbi Yoel Pinto: “If a person knew the value of their soul, they wouldn’t sin”

 The red heifers brought to Israel from Texas.

Parashat Chukat: Simple faith

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Speaking negatively can seal a person’s fate


Failure is not in the outcome, but in the mindset: Rabbi Yoel Pinto’s message

Rabbi Yoel Pinto, son of Rabbi Yoshiyahu Pinto, calls on each person to identify the root of dissatisfaction and low self-worth • How can it be done?

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Wake-up call: How laziness at the ballot box helped elect an antisemite

By Rabbi Shai Tahan, Rosh Kollel Shaarei Ezra and Head of Beit Horaah Arzei HaLevanon in Brooklyn, NY, warning that inaction is no longer an option for our community.

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A Jew is never stuck: Embracing resilience in times of crisis - opinion

Beyond the Headlines: A weekly glimpse into the Israel you won’t read about in the news

Israelis arrive to the train station from Ben Gurion International Airport as the first flights back to Israel started since its civilian airspace was closed last week, in Tel Aviv, Israel, June 18, 2025.

Rabbi Pinto: Better to stay with the problem than seek help from impure sources

In a strong warning, Rabbi Yoshiyahu Pinto denounced online mystics using non-holy powers, urging believers to reject any help not rooted in divine purity and walk in faith with simplicity.

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Rabbi Pinto’s Stern message: “You left? Move on. Don’t ruin others’ lives”

In a sharp rebuke, Rabbi Yoshiyahu Pinto warns against jealousy and the drive to reclaim lost glory at the expense of others.

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Parashat Korah: ‘An elevated place in Gehenna’

What is repentance? It is a small, good thought filled with love – the kind of thought that saved the sons of Korah from a tragic fate; a moment of introspection that can save any Jew from harm.

 ‘THE PUNISHMENT of the Sons of Korah’ by Sandro Botticelli, c. 1481-1482.

How could the spies fall so far? A lesson in purpose and true mission

Rabbi Yoshiyahu Pinto explains how even spiritual leaders can fail - when a mission begins with flawed intent and lacks divine direction.

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Rabbi Pinto on how to succeed in life: “Let go of the past, move forward”

In a recent talk, Rabbi Yoshiyahu Pinto urged listeners to carry past memories as reminders - but not to live in them. “Look forward. That’s where life begins,” he said.

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From Gog and Magog to Tehran: Ancient prophecies and today’s global conflict

Rabbi Shai Tchan, head of Kollel Sha’arei Ezra and Beit Hora’ah Arzei HaLevanon, explores how Iran’s war echoes prophetic visions and signals redemption.

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WATCH - Rabbi Pinto: 'Start believing in one another'

In a time of crisis for the Jewish people, Rabbi Yoshiyahu Pinto urges trust and mutual faith as the key to spiritual survival.

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Spiritual frameworks: Faith and family in Israel at war - opinion

Raising spiritually bilingual children in Israel: the instinctive awareness born of immersion and the thoughtful commitment shaped by reflection. 

 THE WRITER’S youngest child touches the Western Wall on a visit soon after the family made aliyah.