Sinopsis
JTS's weekly commentary on parashat hashavua and the holidays, published for over 20 years, is enjoyed by thousands of readers every week. The commentary features select faculty, students, and staff from across JTS. We invite you to subscribe to this podcast and bring Torah from JTS wherever you go.
Episodios
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Appoint Judges and Officials: Shofetim 5780
27/08/2025 Duración: 06minThe JTS Commentary for Shofetim by Dr. Marcus Mordecai Schwartz, Ripps Schnitzer Librarian for Special Collections and Assistant Professor of Talmud and Rabbinics, JTSThis commentary was originally broadcast in 2020.Music provided by JJReinhold / Pond
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How to Practice Faith: Re'eh 5785
19/08/2025 Duración: 07minThe JTS Commentary for Re'eh by Rabbi Daniel Nevins, Former Pearl Resnick Dean of the Rabbinical School, JTSThis commentary was originally broadcast in 2014.Music provided by JJReinhold / Pond
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Adhering to God's Word: Eikev 5785
13/08/2025 Duración: 07minThe JTS Commentary for Eikev by Dr. Raymond Scheindlin, Professor Emeritus of Medieval Hebrew Literature, JTSThis commentary was originally broadcast in 2010.Music provided by JJReinhold / Pond
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Holding Fast: Va'et-hannan 5785
05/08/2025 Duración: 07minThe JTS Commentary for Va'ethannan by Rabbi Mychal Springer, Adjunct Instructor of Professional and Pastoral SkillsThis commentary was originally broadcast in 2018.Music provided by JJReinhold / Pond
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Black North, White West: Devarim 5785
28/07/2025 Duración: 09minThe JTS Commentary for Devarim by Rabbi Marcus Mordecai Schwartz, Ripps Schnitzer Librarian for Special Collections and Assistant Professor of Talmud, JTSMusic provided by JJReinhold / Pond
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Boundaries on the Move: Mattot - Masei 5785
22/07/2025 Duración: 09minThe JTS Commentary for Mattot - Masei by Dr. Benjamin Sommer, Professor of Bible and Ancient Semitic Languages, JTSThis commentary was originally broadcast in 2019.Music provided by JJReinhold / Pond
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The Liberator and the Zealot: Pinehas 5785
17/07/2025 Duración: 08minThe JTS Commentary for Pinehas by Rabbi Eliezer Diamond, PhD, Rabbi Judah Nadich Professor of Talmud and Rabbinics, JTSThis commentary was originally broadcast in 2022.Music provided by JJReinhold / Pond
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Fear, Truth, and a Donkey: Balak 5785
08/07/2025 Duración: 08minThe JTS Commentary for Balak by Rabbi Joel Alter (RS), Congregation Beth Israel Ner Tamid (Milwaukee, WI)This commentary was originally broadcast in 2017.Music provided by JJReinhold / Pond
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The Humanity of Moses: Hukkat 5785
01/07/2025 Duración: 10minThe JTS Commentary for Hukkat by Dr. Arnold Eisen, Chancellor Emeritus and Professor of Jewish Thought, JTSThis commentary was originally broadcast in 2012.Music provided by JJReinhold / Pond
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Introducing JTS's Expanding the Conversation
25/06/2025 Duración: 30minCheck out this new offering from JTS Podcasts: Expanding the Conversation, a podcast that brings the thought-provoking discussions and dynamic scholarship of JTS directly to you. Drawing from live events, lectures, and panel discussions, this podcast goes beyond the moment—offering not only recordings of these programs but also exclusive interviews with speakers, scholars, and thought leaders.Each episode explores the critical issues shaping the Jewish world today, from contemporary cultural moments to enduring questions of Jewish thought, practice, and identity. Whether you’re looking for intellectual engagement, spiritual insight, or a deeper connection to Jewish learning, Expanding the Conversation invites you to join the dialogue.In this promo, we share an interview with Raquel Ukeles, Director of Collections at the National Library of Israel. Listen to JTS's Expanding the Conversation whereever you get your podcasts.
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Where Does Holiness Come From?: Korah 5785
24/06/2025 Duración: 09minThe JTS Commentary for Korah by Dr. Benjamin Sommer, Professor of Bible and Ancient Semitic Languages, JTSThis commentary was originally broadcast in 2013.Music provided by JJReinhold / Pond
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The Desert Dead: Shela Lekha 5785
17/06/2025 Duración: 07minThe JTS Commentary for Shelah Lekha by Dr. Raymond Scheindlin, Professor Emeritus of Medieval Hebrew Literature, JTSThis commentary was originally broadcast in 2015.Music provided by JJReinhold / Pond5
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New Generation, Old Leaders: Beha'alotekha 5785
10/06/2025 Duración: 05minThe JTS Commentary for Beha’alotekha by Rabbi Ute Steyer (RS), Rabbi of the Great Synagogue and the Jewish Community of StockholmThis commentary was originally broadcast in 2017.Music provided by JJReinhold / Pond5
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The Problem with Priests: Naso 5785
04/06/2025 Duración: 08minThe JTS Commentary for Naso by Rabbi Daniel Nevins (RS), Former Pearl Resnick Dean of the Rabbinical School and the Division of Religious Leadership, JTSThis commentary was originally broadcast in 2017.Music provided by JJReinhold / Pond5
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Counting as Spiritual Practice: Bemidbar/Shavuot 5785
27/05/2025 Duración: 08minThe JTS Commentary for Bemidbar / Shavuot 5785 by Dr. Marcus Mordecai Schwartz, Ripps Schnitzer Librarian for Special Collections and Assistant Professor of Talmud and Rabbinics, JTSMusic provided by JJReinhold / Pond5
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Grappling with Slavery: Behar-Behukkotai 5785
21/05/2025 Duración: 06minThe JTS Commentary for Behar - Behukkotai by Dr. Marjorie Lehman, Professor of Talmud and Rabbinics and Area Chair of Rabbinic Literatures and Cultures, JTSMusic provided by JJReinhold / Pond5
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Who Belongs? Emor 5785
13/05/2025 Duración: 05minThe JTS Commentary for Emor by Dr. Rachel Rosenthal (KGS), Director of External Affairs, Yeshivat Maharat This commentary was originally broadcast in 2018.Music provided by JJReinhold / Pond5
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Love Beyond Grudges: Aharei Mot-Kedoshim 5785
06/05/2025 Duración: 06minThe JTS Commentary for Aharei Mot - Kedoshim by Jonah Guthartz, Emerging Leaders Fellow, JTSMusic provided by JJReinhold / Pond5
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The Torah's Prescription for Healing: Tazria - Metzora 5785
30/04/2025 Duración: 10minThe JTS Commentary for Tazria - Metzora by Dr. Alan Cooper, Elaine Ravich Professor of Jewish Studies, JTSThis commentary was originally broadcast in 2013.Music provided by JJReinhold / Pond5
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Six Takes on a Leader's Attributes: Shemini 5785
23/04/2025 Duración: 08minThe JTS Commentary for Shemini by Dr. Walter Herzberg, Assistant Professor Emeritus of Hebrew Bible and Its Interpretation and Professional Pastoral Skills JTSThis commentary was originally broadcast in 2018.Music provided by JJReinhold / Pond5