A Light Unto The Nations

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Throughout history, the Jewish people have endured destruction, exile, and loss.

Eichah Chapter 5 explores the depths of despair—but also plants the seeds of hope and future restoration.How do we maintain faith and progress even in our darkest times?

Rabbi Oury Cherki reveals the secret: even in exile, we are always progressing. From mourning to hope, from destruction to redemption—this chapter teaches us about Jewish resilience, spiritual repair (tikun), and the enduring connection to Jerusalem and Israel.

 

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Discover how Tisha B’Av and 17th of Tammuz reflect the deep, divine order of Jewish history.
From broken Tablets to hope for redemption.

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Why did Moses offer peace to Sihon while God wanted war?

The Torah says “provoke him to war,” yet Moses sends messengers of peace—was this disobedience or deep spiritual alignment?What is the true meaning of free will, punishment, and divine providence in Israel’s first conquest?

Rabbi Cherki explores the nuanced relationship between Moses’ intentions, Sihon’s hardened heart, the boundaries of Israel’s conquest, and the moral logic of biblical warfare. Discover how faith, destiny, and leadership converge at this pivotal moment in Jewish history—and why even modern leaders are swept into the current of divine providence.

 

[Woodznutz]

You claimed this:
"Methinks you have an ax to grind. Carry on."

Seems you are trying to run from you claim.


If not.....elucidate what aim I can have other than the truth.

When ever we were on the same page, and I am certain we will be again, it will be in agreement based on truth.

I have documented the reason for my belief. It is clear in Matthew, in the words Jesus chose, unless you can find Jesus stating that he was not Jewish........


Nothing wrong with you admitting you are wrong.

Of course, Jesus, and most of the disciples were ethnic Jews, but the church Jesus built was not based on Judaism. If he did so the Christian religion would be the same today as the Jewish religion.

 

[PoliticalChic]

Of course, Jesus, and most of the disciples were ethnic Jews, but the church Jesus built was not based on Judaism. If he did so the Christian religion would be the same today as the Jewish religion.

It isn't?


Perhaps you've heard of the Ten Commandments?

 

[MJB12741]

Of course, Jesus, and most of the disciples were ethnic Jews, but the church Jesus built was not based on Judaism. If he did so the Christian religion would be the same today as the Jewish religion.

Eh, got news for you. Jesus did not build any church.

 

[Woodznutz]

It isn't?


Perhaps you've heard of the Ten Commandments?

Most religions incorporate some form of them. Let's talk about the 613 Mitzvahs.

 

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As Israel stands on the verge of entering Canaan, Moses recalls the defeat of Og, king of Bashan.

Og represents a primitive but formidable force—unrefined monotheism and brute strength that even intimidates Western civilization.How does Torah propose overcoming such threats—then and now?

Through the power of collective effort, wisdom, and speech,
transforming fear into confidence and faith,
establishing sovereignty, and refining civilization.

 

[MJB12741]

Eh, got news for you. Jesus did not build any church.

So, tell us more about this church that Jesus built.

 

[toomuchtime_]

Of course, Jesus, and most of the disciples were ethnic Jews, but the church Jesus built was not based on Judaism. If he did so the Christian religion would be the same today as the Jewish religion.

Such nonsense! Jesus spent his entire life deeply immersed in Jewish religious affairs, from the time of his bar mitzvah to his passionate advocacy of the Temple religion when he swept the money changers from the Temple courtyard to his last supper which was a Passover Seder.

You are correct to say early Christianity was a Jewish sect, one that lost its way as it traveled through the Roman Empire, mostly through the ministry of Paul, who was eager to covert Greek pagans, but there is nothing in the Gospels, which is our only source of information about Jesus, to suggest Jesus ever intended or even imagined he was creating a religion separate from Judaism.

 

[Woodznutz]

Such nonsense! Jesus spent his entire life deeply immersed in Jewish religious affairs, from the time of his bar mitzvah to his passionate advocacy of the Temple religion when he swept the money changers from the Temple courtyard to his last supper which was a Passover Seder.

You are correct to say early Christianity was a Jewish sect, one that lost its way as it traveled through the Roman Empire, mostly through the ministry of Paul, who was eager to covert Greek pagans, but there is nothing in the Gospels, which is our only source of information about Jesus, to suggest Jesus ever intended or even imagined he was creating a religion separate from Judaism.

Of course, Jesus was under the old covenant, until his death, which fulfilled much of it. Recall that he left the Jews and preached to the other tribes, to whom he was "sent only". The other tribes were never Judaizers. Judaism didn't arise until the 5th century B.C. when the Jews returned from the Babylonian captivity. The other tribes were long gone by then. Jesus began preaching to those who remained after the Assyrian conquest of the northern kingdom in 720 B.C. They immediately recognized him as the messiah.

 

[toomuchtime_]

Of course, Jesus was under the old covenant, until his death, which fulfilled much of it. Recall that he left the Jews and preached to the other tribes, to whom he was "sent only". The other tribes were never Judaizers. Judaism didn't arise until the 5th century B.C. when the Jews returned from the Babylonian captivity. The other tribes were long gone by then. Jesus began preaching to those who remained after the Assyrian conquest of the northern kingdom in 720 B.C. They immediately recognized him as the messiah.

I'm saying you have yet to put up a single honest post on this subject.

 

[toomuchtime_]

Of course, Jesus was under the old covenant, until his death, which fulfilled much of it. Recall that he left the Jews and preached to the other tribes, to whom he was "sent only". The other tribes were never Judaizers. Judaism didn't arise until the 5th century B.C. when the Jews returned from the Babylonian captivity. The other tribes were long gone by then. Jesus began preaching to those who remained after the Assyrian conquest of the northern kingdom in 720 B.C. They immediately recognized him as the messiah.

As always just more bullshit from you. All 12 tribes were Jews when Solomon built the Temple and the palaces and the enormous housing for his wives and concubines, but these enormous construction projects drew workers from the farms and eventually created a large group of unemployed workers roaming the city and when they left Jerusalem it wasn't because they rejected the religion but because they rejected the government that had created this chaos.

After the 10 tribes split with the government in Jerusalem, they people continued to worship in the same way, visiting the Temple when they could, but while this huge construction project turned Jerusalem into a major trading center on the road between Africa and Asia and the people who lived there enjoyed all the benefits that came with it, the north remained rural and gained none of these benefits, so the split was caused by economic and political factors and there was no religious divide between north and south.

The Assyrian conquest and annexation of the northern kingdom of Israel produced massive deportations of the people of the ten tribes, so it is impossible to say who the residents of the kingdom of Israel were after that, but there was never any evidence of a split on religious grounds before or after the Assyrian conquest and when the Jews of the north finally rebelled and won back some of their land, one of the first things they did was celebrate Passover and return to the Temple.

Your entire narrative is without any basis in fact: there was never a religious split but the division between the north and south was entirely due to economic and political factors.

 

[Woodznutz]

As always just more bullshit from you. All 12 tribes were Jews when Solomon built the Temple and the palaces and the enormous housing for his wives and concubines, but these enormous construction projects drew workers from the farms and eventually created a large group of unemployed workers roaming the city and when they left Jerusalem it wasn't because they rejected the religion but because they rejected the government that had created this chaos.

After the 10 tribes split with the government in Jerusalem, they people continued to worship in the same way, visiting the Temple when they could, but while this huge construction project turned Jerusalem into a major trading center on the road between Africa and Asia and the people who lived there enjoyed all the benefits that came with it, the north remained rural and gained none of these benefits, so the split was caused by economic and political factors and there was no religious divide between north and south.

The Assyrian conquest and annexation of the northern kingdom of Israel produced massive deportations of the people of the ten tribes, so it is impossible to say who the residents of the kingdom of Israel were after that, but there was never any evidence of a split on religious grounds before or after the Assyrian conquest and when the Jews of the north finally rebelled and won back some of their land, one of the first things they did was celebrate Passover and return to the Temple.

Your entire narrative is without any basis in fact: there was never a religious split but the division between the north and south was entirely due to economic and political factors.

You are criticizing something I didn't say. Why are you doing that?

 

[MJB12741]

Of course, Jesus, and most of the disciples were ethnic Jews, but the church Jesus built was not based on Judaism. If he did so the Christian religion would be the same today as the Jewish religion.

Hello. Still wating to learn about this "church Jesus built."

 

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The IDF Model of 'After Me!'​

Most armies send their soldiers into danger while leaders remain behind. But in the Torah, leadership means taking the first step.

In this lesson, Rabbi Oury Cherki reveals the Torah origins of “Acharai,” explores the spiritual dangers of Baal Peor, the boundaries of true worship, and what it really means to cling to God. Discover the deep connection between ancient texts and modern Israel, and why leadership begins at the front.

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[MJB12741]

Hello. Still wating to learn about this "church Jesus built."

Gosh, he won't even tell us the name of this "church Jesus built." I wonder why that is. Heh Heh.

 

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Early Zionists developed Israel, though not all were religious.
Should Torah leaders back them?

The Netziv said yes—remember Moses,
redemption possible via those who seem as "outside".
His debate with R. Haim of Brisk highlights principle, responsibility for the land of Israel.

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