Insights into the Beit HaMikdash (Holy Temple) based on Ramchal’s Famous Work Mishkaney Elyon – Part 1

The Beit HaMikdash According to the Ramchal

In the opening lines of Mishkaney Elyon, the Ramchal (Rabbi Moshe Chaim Luzzatto) lays out the purpose of his work with clarity:

“My purpose in this work is to discuss the subject

Why did the Ten Tribes split off from Malkhut Beit David (Yehuda) and found their own kingdom?

According to Rav Shmuel Bornstein of Sochatchov (Shem MiShmuel, Parashat Vayeishev 5627), the division between the kingdoms of Yehudah (Judah) and Yisrael (Israel) was embedded into the fabric of creation from the very beginning. The seeds of this split were …

A Comprehensive Investigation On The Obscure Sefer HaYashar – The Biblical Book That Was Lost

The Sefer HaYashar, an enigmatic ancient text, remains a profound mystery that captivates scholars and historians alike.

Its origins and authorship are enshrouded in the mists of time, sparking intrigue and speculation that have persisted, especially since the rediscovery and …

5 Signs On How To Spot An Authentic Mekubal To Help You – A Guide On How Not To Be Scammed

This is really short guide on how not to be scammed by a charlatan pretending to be a Mekubal

I am reposting this article because I think it’s probably one of the most important I’ve written.

Throughout the centuries, people …

The Incredible Mystery Surrounding Bar Kochba Coins From Ancient Second Temple Era

Twice in Jewish history, tyrants tried to abolish Torah observance and the Jews rose up in revolt. The first was the uprising of Matityahu and his sons, and the second was the Great Revolt of Bar Kochba.

Why did one …

Forgeries In Archeology And The Remnants Of The First Temple

Nebuchadnezzar’s men were so thorough in their destruction of the First Temple, that not a trace of it remained.

As predicted in Sefer Tehillim (Psalms 137:7), they uprooted its mighty stones, crying, “Aru, aru ad hayesod ba!”—”Raze it, raze it, …

Historical Insights On Simchat Torah – The Great Unification Through Happiness

Did you know that Simchat Torah not always happened in the form we know nowadays?

After reveling in the intimate connection with Hashem over seven joy-filled days of Sukkot, we express the grand finale of Kriat HaTorah by immersing ourselves …

The Sambatyon River’s Tale – Searching The Footsteps Of The 10 Holy Tribes

Few people pause to wonder where the Sambatyon River might be located and why this would be important for us

Lots of things in history, geography, medicine, politics, economy and so on are hidden from mankind. This is by purpose, …

Rabbi Chaim Vital’s Book Of Visions – A Fascinating Exploration On The Autobiography Of A Tzadik Yesod OIam

There’s a lot to learn from Rabbi Chaim Vital’s life, the Arizal’s chief disciple and a master Kabbalist in his own right.

To be reviewed.

The Sefer HaChezionot (Book of Visions) is a raw, vivid account of Rabbi Chaim Vital’s …

The Awesome Significance Of The Month Of Shevat – Renewal And Brachot

Each of the festivals cast a luminous glow over their month and Shevat is no exception

To be fair, I don’t really like promising anything especially when it comes to segulot, mazalot and auspicious times. There are so many variables …