Torah Light Study Notes

Introduction

• Praise and welcome to the Torah Light study.
• Discussion includes the importance of understanding covenant and practicing Hebrew customs.

Ministry and Education

• Visit the website Hebrew Awakening for information on ministry activities.
• Hebrew Academy in Detroit offers courses on Hebrew language, customs, scripture interpretation, and biblical feasts.
• Emphasis on educating children in black-oriented history, language, culture, and business curriculum.

Hebrew Academy of Detroit

• Virtual learning platform focusing on Hebrew language, history, agriculture, and business economics.
• Offers educational modules dedicated to excellence.

The Counting of the Omer

• Discussion of the significance of Shavuot (Pentecost) as the anniversary of receiving the commandments at Mount Sinai.
• Shavuot means "Feast of Weeks," following the counting of seven weeks.

Teaching and Covenant

• The word "Moreh" means teacher in Hebrew.
• Importance of walking in covenant with the Most High.

Understanding Covenant

• The Hebrew word for covenant is "b'reet."
• Components of a covenant include house, head (Yah), and hand (action).
• Emphasis on the role of commitment and promises within the covenant.

Significance of Sacrifice

• Sacrificial offerings in ancient times required selecting the best without blemish.
• The covenant was established through the sacrifice of Yahusha, the perfect example.

The Role of Obedience

• Obedience is better than sacrifice and essential for righteousness.
• Suffering and ceasing from sin lead to righteousness.

The Importance of Faithfulness (Emunah)

• Emunah means firmness and steadfastness in the covenant.
• Commitment to Yah and fellow brethren is paramount.

Symbolism of Trees and Mountains

• Trees symbolize nations, and mountains symbolize worldly systems.
• Israel's historical tendency to envy prosperous nations and systems.

The Process of Covenant-Making

• Cutting of a covenant involved bloodshed and passing through divided pieces.
• Importance of fulfilling the covenant terms and consequences of failing to do so.

Concluding Thoughts

• Encouragement to embrace the covenant with Yah seriously.
• Importance of abiding in Yah and walking in the Ruach (Spirit).

Q&A and Final Remarks

• Discussion of various biblical covenants.
• Emphasis on the constant presence of Yah's commandments in every covenant.
• Closing prayer and gratitude for participation in the study.