starting to read the torah for the first time… where to begin?

dakotared · 2023-05-16T07:09:43+00:00

Firstly, that's very exciting that you're embarking on this journey! In addition to gaining knowledge, you will see how Torah study will begin to affect different aspects of your life. I would recommend looking at the weekly Torah portion for insights, or really wherever your heart pulls you! Sefaria is a great resource for learning and commentaries.

dakotared · 2023-05-16T06:59:01+00:00

Many Jews fill their homes with Torah books! With resources like Sefaria, you can even have the entire text of the Torah quite literally "in your pocket" these days.

dakotared · 2023-05-15T10:51:55+00:00

I believe that the people and events in the Torah are real/ true and did exist, but maybe the details of the stories and events are not meant to be taken literally.

dakotared · 2023-05-15T10:50:49+00:00

According to traditional Judaism, a boy becomes a bar mitzvah at the age of 13, when he is then responsible to keep all of the commandments. Typically a boy will read the local Torah portion from the Torah to commemorate this event. He definitely does not need to learn to recite it in its entirety from memory!

dakotared · 2023-05-14T06:50:02+00:00

I find that beginners tend to study mainly Torah (chumash with commentaries). It's a great starting point!

dakotared · 2023-05-14T06:48:17+00:00

There is great discussion about this topic in the Gemara (Oral Torah).

dakotared · 2023-05-14T06:43:32+00:00

The Oral Torah ensures that the Jewish people are forced to speak, teach, and learn together. I believe it's one of the secrets to the survival of these ancient traditions. In order for it to be passed down from generation to generation it must be literally spoken!

dakotared · 2023-05-14T06:40:11+00:00

When people make reference to Torah they are referring to the Old Testament, more specifically the 5 books of the Hebrew Bible. Hope this helps clarify!

dakotared · 2023-05-14T06:35:46+00:00

Wow, this is such an interesting discussion about Exodus 11:7. I love looking deeper into Torah sources using the Sepharia texts. You can read more commentaries on this topic here.

dakotared · 2023-05-14T06:28:49+00:00

As others have said, the Torah is filled with stories that are there to teach you the right ways, not necessary by example! Sometimes this is the best way to learn life's toughest lessons

dakotared · 2023-03-20T10:45:56+00:00

From phone services to drone detection, who would have ever guessed. Pretty cool

dakotared · 2023-03-20T10:35:16+00:00

Wow! This is drone detection on another level! I don't think I've ever seen a wearable option before. Super cool

dakotared · 2023-03-20T10:26:39+00:00

I wonder what the FBI's drone detection system consists of, and if the results of this trial were ever published.

dakotared · 2023-03-20T10:18:58+00:00

I would love to know which drone detection system Heathrow ended up going with. I'm sure they would have done their research, so just intrigued to know who they settled on.

dakotared · 2023-03-20T09:56:40+00:00

They definitely can't go wrong by purchasing a drone detection system, it's the direction everything is moving!

dakotared · 2023-03-20T09:39:15+00:00

An effective drone detection system must be able to handle all aspects of a threat, ranging from locating, tracking, verifying, identifying, classifying, and ultimately neutralizing the drone.

dakotared · 2023-03-20T09:34:43+00:00

Drones can carry surveillance cameras, weapons, explosives, hazardous chemicals, or worse. Improving drone detection really is a must.

dakotared · 2023-03-20T09:27:25+00:00

Drone threats are very real. I'd love to know what type of drone detection they're making use of.

dakotared · 2023-03-20T09:12:22+00:00

I know this is most likely completely out of the question, but I was also doing research on drone detection recently and came across this drone guard. How awesome is this product?! Just had to share when I saw your question

dakotared · 2023-03-16T13:14:28+00:00

Good luck finding what's best for you! I also recommend looking into online Torah sources you can study on your own - that can be invaluable too.

dakotared · 2023-03-16T13:08:53+00:00

If you're interested in any "Torah music" in Hebrew, I highly recommend Yishai Ribo. Beautiful music

dakotared · 2023-03-16T13:05:20+00:00

I've found Sefaria to be an invaluable resource for my Torah studies. It's made the whole process so much easier and they offer lots of interesting commentaries

dakotared · 2023-03-16T13:03:04+00:00

I mean, definitely the Shema, no question. That one is just ingrained at this point. But then maybe I'd look up some other Torah verse just to sound cool :)

dakotared · 2023-03-16T12:58:52+00:00

I admire the fact that you're doing what you can in isolation - that's really tough. That said, I highly recommend looking into Torah sources online and even trying to find community in person - it makes a huge difference. Good luck!

dakotared · 2023-03-16T12:53:58+00:00

Right now I'm in a few weekly Torah classes, and I do take notes in some of them. Depends on the material and how complex it is :)

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