About this podcast
The Weekly Haftorah is your go-to podcast for in-depth insights into the weekly Haftorah readings. Each episode explores the themes, historical context, and spiritual lessons of the Haftorah portion, helping you connect with its timeless messages. Whether you're a seasoned scholar or just beginning your Torah study, join us as we delve into the rich tradition of the Prophets and uncover how these ancient texts continue to inspire and guide us today. Perfect for learners, teachers, and anyone looking to enhance their understanding of Jewish scripture.
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Episodes
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- Yisro · 1 h 16 minTo contact Rabbi Dubov, visit JewishSussex.com It is important to note that chronologically the book of Isaiah should have begun here, with chapter 6. The five chapters that…
- Beshalach · 3 h 24 minTo contact Rabbi Dubov, visit JewishSussex.com. This week's haftorah describes the fall of the Canaanite general Sisera and his armies, who were swept away by the Kishon…
- Bo · 47 minTo contact Rabbi Dubov, visit JewishSussex.com. Our haftarah is taken from the last part of the book of Jeremiah, in which he delivers a number of prophecies concerning…
- Vaeira · 1 h 56 minTo contact Rabbi Dubov, visit JewishSussex.com. This week's haftorah begins with a mention of the ingathering of the exiles, echoing G‑d's promise mentioned in the Torah…
- Shemos · 1 h 11 minTo contact Rabbi Dubov, visit JewishSussex.com. The haftarah begins with recalling the descent of Jacob to Egypt (the subject with which Parshat Shemot begins). The Jews struck…
- Vayechi · 1 h 18 minOverview Our Parshah tells the story of Jacob’s final moments in this world. He speaks to Joseph, blesses Joseph’s children, and then gathers his sons for them to hear his last…
- Vayigash · 1 h 1 minOverview Perhaps the most tragic of all Jewish divides was that of the ten tribes versus the two (Israel and Judah). This split, which was divinely ordained, began with a…
- Mikeitz · 53 minSolomon was just a young lad when he assumed the throne. In fact, he was a mere twelve years of age. In those days, prior to the construction of the Temple, the altar that was…
- Vayishlach · 52 minOverview The prophet Obadiah was a contemporary of Elijah the prophet. He lived in the days of King Ahab and his wicked wife Jezebel. In fact, he was the manager of their entire…
- Vayetze · 55 minOverview Hosea was one of the prophets who lived at the time of the looming destruction of the northern state of Israel, which comprised ten of the twelve tribes. (He refers to…
- Toldos · 1 h 35 minOverview The book of Malachi gives us a unique glimpse into the time when he delivered his prophecies. As the last of the biblical prophets, Malachi is there as the Second…
- Chayei Sarah · 1 h 32 minOverview The portion of Chayei Sarah is all about continuity. Abraham has grown old, and the burning question that occupies his mind is the continuation of his family and…
- Vayeira · 2 h 48 minOverview Parshat Vayeira tells the story of the miraculous birth of Isaac. Although Abraham and Sarah could never naturally have children, G‑d gave them a child in their deep…
- Noach · 1 h 2 minOverview The Jewish exile would leave Jerusalem desolate and alone. So barren would it be that its former glory would be barely imaginable. The cities of her enemies would be…
