Torah Pearls #52 – Vayelech (Deuteronomy 31:1-31:30)

It is too bad that the personal name of God is hidden by the substitution of “LORD” in all English translations. I hope this custom ceases.

Yes, some of the Dead Sea Scrolls are outside of the Tenach (Hebrew scripture). However, the preserved portions of the Tenach prove the unexpected accuracy of the Hebrew Bible transmitted by a 1000 years of hand copying.

The answer to both questions is “humans”. Then and now. Humans are born Godless and lost in our selves.

Their “teacher of righteousness” sounds more like the gnostic guru from the wicked, false, and wretched “gospel of Jesus the Christ” (yes, that is a new age work, I’m not speaking of the actual Gospels), than of anyone found in either the Hebrew Scriptures or the Gospels. Doing a bit of digging, it also smacks of another unrighteous figure. We read about the straying priest in Nehemiah 13, who was chased away from Jerusalem for marring the daughter of Sanbalat. This story is echoed in later, unbiblical sources (Josephus, for one). Another naughty kohen (priest) is driven away during the Hesmonian reign, replaced by Judah Maccabee’s younger brother if memory serves.
I am skeptical of the various Qumran writings. The Dead Sea valley was a wilderness hideout for numerous religious groups, including the Ebionites. Reading the translations of various “Dead Sea Scrolls” requires discernment. Some believers get into the trap of lifting up these works, even when they contradict Scripture.

to much christian crap. leave it alone.

me too.

I have a question related to this episode but regarding the Dead Sea scrolls for Nehemia if he has time. Since you have actually seen the scrolls I was wondering what is your professional opinion on “the teacher of righteousness”, is it Yeshua, James the righteous, or a metaphor as in Psalms 8 like Wisdom? Also what language is this writing, Aramaic, Hebrew or Greek? Thank you so much for all the great discussions.

Thank you, Nehemia, for your explanation of the Logos. John 1:1 was the last of the writings I couldn’t explain. I saw the correlation of Wisdom in Proverbs, but didn’t know what to do with it. The correct translation of Isaiah 9:6,7 and John 1 were the two answers I needed. And thank you for all you and Keith are doing in Hebrew Matthew. We all His blessings will come upon you and overtake you. Shalom

Shalom

Our Torah/Talmud study group has two questions regarding Devarim 31:15-18

1) Who are the people who would go astray from His Torah and follow foreign men-gods?

2) Are those people who would not listen to a voice from heaven or told to pay attention to the Sages instead of Hashem, responsible for wars against these people, pogroms, holocausts and continuous antisemitism to this time?

B”H

15The LORD appeared in the Tent, in a pillar of cloud, the pillar of cloud having come to rest at the entrance of the tent.
16The LORD said to Moses: You are soon to lie with your fathers. This people will thereupon go astray after the alien gods in their midst, in the land that they are about to enter; they will forsake Me and break My covenant that I made with them.
17Then My anger will flare up against them, and I will abandon them and hide My countenance from them. They shall be ready prey; and many evils and troubles shall befall them. And they shall say on that day, “Surely it is because our God is not in our midst that these evils have befallen us.”
18Yet I will keep My countenance hidden on that day, because of all the evil they have done in turning to other gods.

Humbly asking, referring to reading the law, is this the 10 commandments or

I like the letter from one Jew to another. Aren’t we advised not to learn the ways of the heathen. Believe the letter writer is correct.

Re: Deut.31: 10-13
When the Torah was read every seven years would it be possible to it was confirmation that Jehovahs word is true. For it is written “you shall shall teach them to your children, speak of them when you sit in your home…..”
Understanding that these word were passed down from generation to generation beginning from those that crossed over the Jordan

You guys got a bit off track in the beginning, and with the technical difficulties had to rush in the end, but Wow, I didn’t think of the fact that break or do away with was intentional in Deut. 31. There is just so much in that chapter. I know when I read it before listening, it was amazing how many things I picked up on, then you all shed light on many more things, including Proverbs 8. What a great bible study! Thanks, George

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This version is often overlooked and vilified. HoweverYehovah has had me use it for years and I standby it as equal to any other version.
This Torah pearls has been so enjoyable, with Yehovah spirit interfering with Nehemia! . I know, Nehemia, Yehovah s spirit invigorate you, and I know that you are a better follower of Yeshua many Christians, so called. Keep doing what you’re doing For it is Yehovah that opens the eye, it is Yehovah that puts on the Nehemia suit! ♥️♥️
The male and female metaphors for Yehovah Are missed just as much as the male and female metaphors for the Torah. And of course the metaphor of flesh is also missed. This is why Joshua said unless you eat my flesh and drink my blood you not have life into the ages!. Is powerful metaphors are used to conceal his face from those who do not want to return to him . ??

I was raised up in the church, and was taught pretty much the same things everyone else was taught, celebrated all man’s holidays, Jesus was the only one we had to listen to. I always knew something was wrong, my life was EMPTY, I craved something I wasn’t getting. When I was introduced to THE TRUTH, it was done slowly, I was being baited, which made me want more. The first thing I was educated on was the Hebrew alphabet, no J in the Hebrew alphabet, and then I learned HIS name was Yeshua, not Jesus. I had to know more, because I had learned it was always Hebrew from the beginning of THE WORD. I didn’t even hesitate, or tried to defend all the lies I had been taught, I went for it, and still am. I am 63 years old, and I started getting THE TRUTH around 2005, and I am so amazed at how I can be showed something one day, and YEHOVAH show’s me a different understanding of it later down the line. I think sometimes we need time for it to sink in, and then when we finally understand what HE has shown us, HE gives us more. All of you fellows are such a BLESSING, your studies have helped me to understand SCRIPTURE much more clearly, most of us don’t have the resources that you have, Thank You YEHOVAH for YOUR TRUTH!

Shalom Nehemiah,

I have head this Torah Pearl episode previously at the 1hr. & 10min mark where your internet connection prevents you from being Heard.

And once again I am left with the Thirst in my Soul to know what thoughts you as One Who Walks for The Most High Sender El Elion our Elohim, The Only Eternal One Yehovah would have us Hear to help us all follow The Most High.

Can you please expand in a article on the Topics you would have spoken on.

Yehovah shine his face over you Nehemiah
Alberto Trevino
Standing on the wall

Keith,

I have been called a Torah teacher, a title which I feel to bold before YAHWAH to put on. With scepticism, I met Nehemia in 2011. I am very critical of those of us who present and comment on the word of YAHWAH. Not understanding what Karite meant, I was prepared to rebuff any Judaic manipulations he may present from “A Prayer to Our Father”, which I bought afertward. Though I don’t personally know him, I found him to be my friend/brother in the searching out of our Father’s word and have listened to what he has to say concerning it. I am content with what The Lord has given me though I must admit that I have been a bit envious of your close friendship. I have come to concider you to be my friend and brother in the same way, though alittle closer to my “tradition” as I was raised in, but found I had to leave, the Church of Christ. As I was preparing this week’s Torah portion for presentation to the group I meet with (Hebraic Roots Felowship of Bozeman, Mt.) I heared and was impressed, despite my jealousy, by an insight of yours which illuminated an aspect of YAHWAH’s word that was very helpful.

Thank-you,

John Duncan

Thank you for another great episode of Torah Pearls. Wish I would have found you sooner…Nehemiah, you said that some say you mustn’t recite Torah by heart. I have heard the very opposite, that from a young age, especially boys were supposed to memorize and I assume recite scripture in order to prove they had memorized it. If you didn’t, you couldn’t “climb the ladder” and continue studying Torah in order to teach it, but would learn your father’s trade. Any comment?

Shalom… I have a question… Is it really possible to read the whole Torah during Sukkot, I mean out loud to the congregation? Was it the whole Torah or parts of it, and if so, what parts? How was it done, really?

I’m in tears. Ty for this!!

Thank you, Nehemia, for explaining “Blessed” can also mean “grafted” because I have struggled with understanding how I will ever be a part of this wonderful offer of joining the people of Yehovah and not just someone on the outside looking in. When you said blessed can also mean grafted in, my heart burst and tears spilled. Those words were the ones missing to bring the promise to reality for me.

This is one of the best episodes I’ve ever heard!

Shalom Nehemia! At the end of this week’s Torah portion you attempted twice to expound on the words עד תמם. Could you explain the concept here please? I would like very much to know what you were about to say! Toda raba.

Shalom brothers. This concept of “duel causality”. I’ve written in the margin “The blending of spirit and flesh as expressed in words and deeds”. Would this be an acceptable and accurate summation? as pertains to Deut. 31:3 and Judges 2:16-18 anyways? Blessings to all!!!

No, I won’t find that in Strong’s! Your answer has put me on the right track, though, thank you:)
I’m not sure where in the world you are, but I noticed the time stamp of your response. I pray you are a “late-nighter” like me and it’s not because you are having trouble sleeping…
Thank you for being so generous with your time and knowledge!
May YaHoVaH bless you in an unexpected way, so much so it leaves you awestruck!!
~Kari

It’s from ancient Hebrew sources such as the Mishnah, which use the root B.R.K. in this manner. You won’t find that in Strong’s.

I have a quick question; in my notes I wrote that you said that Gen 12:3 could be translated grafted, yet when I looked it up in my Strong’s that wasn’t an option. Please, share what source you used to confirm that. I think that is very cool!
Thank you,
Kari

Nehemia,

I understand your desire to keep your faith a true faith free from tradition and not becoming a denomination. As a non-traditional follower of Yeshua (i.e. “Christian”?) living in Vietnam, I worship, praise, and pray to Yehovah alone. I don’t fit into any church here, nor the Chabad House synagogue here. I am utterly alone. But Yehovah is my rock; He is with me wherever I go.

Shalom.

Nehemia,

I very much appreciate your publicly and openly sharing your growth experience. I’m currently, unfortunately, on the judge end of that spectrum, and have recently been praying on this very matter. I would also like to thank you for sharing the very personal story of your conversation with your father following the passing of your dear friend. I imagine that I am not the only person who has been helped through your decision to share.

praise yahshua nehemia,
there are so many things that have been such a blessing. talmud does not out weigh the torah nothing does. (brit chadesha) heaven and earth will pass away but the word of elohim alone will stand. well with heaven and earth passing away so will mans doctrine. the remnant that will be saved from the two sticks will be those that stand on the word of elohim alone and rid themselves of mans doctrine. you have been a blessing in many ways may yahshua bless and keep both you and your family. be blessed. shalom my brother.

Try Aviv Moon. Their number is 010 5916830. Only place in South Africa that I know of that stocks Hebrew root related books.

Dear Nehemia, I noticed that you said you need other people to report the sighting of the New Moon next month. I’m not in Israel but in Johannesburg RSA, and I sighted the New Moon this month at 6:30pm already. We’re on GMT and I think only an hour ahead of Israel, although Aliza Abramowitz at Israel365 assured me that we are currently on the same time. I think it has to do with ‘Daylight Savings Time’ which we don’t have in South Africa. It’s now still Winter and the sky is mostly clear at night, due to the fact that it’s our windy month (August and September – sometimes into October) getting ready for Spring. It is bitterly cold some days, and then other days it’s like and Indian Summer. Let me know whether you can use my help? Regards, Mandy Smith. PS: Have you asked Keith about the books, where I can get them here, or can you help me? (As most of them are the books you have written) Thank you.