The Hidden Orchard Podcast

The Death of the Firstborn. Hidden Insights in the Torah

The Death of the Firstborn is one plague that some struggle to come to terms with. Many have asked, "For what purpose did G_D kill so many innocent people?" While this might be rationalized as payback for the death of the Hebrew infants in Exodus 1, closer inspection indicates a deeper message.
 
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Proofs of Oral Torah: Origins of The Daniel Plan

In this episode, we'll explore a deeper insight into Daniel's dietary problems in Babylon and the origins of his solution. Did Daniel rely on the principles of "Biblically Kosher" to navigate the food issues in Babylon, or was he tapped into the Jewish Oral Torah, even in his time?
 
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In this series, we're challenging the assumption that an oral tradition—specifically, the Jewish oral tradition—is irrelevant to Biblical understanding and application. visit the website for more.

Exploring the Timeless Lessons of Esther and Purim

Purim, one of the most vibrant and festive holidays in the Jewish calendar, is a time of joy, reflection, and fun with the community.  Embedded with historical significance and tradition, Purim commemorates a pivotal event in Jewish history that is recounted in the Book of Esther. 
 
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Beyond Simulation. Reexamining the Biblical Blueprint of Reality

In this article, we explore the nature of reality, looking at a few striking parallels between simulation theory, the Bible, and Jewish thought. Is it possible this new idea of reality is not so new after all?
 
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Did Paul Openly Teach Jewish Mysticism to the Gentiles in Romans 8?

Did Paul teach the Gentiles early kabbalistic ideas about the Nefesh, Ruach, and Neshamah? If so, this may make his letters some of the earliest appearances of these ideas. How does this change the understanding of these popular verses?
 
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The Four Types Of Giving According to the Kabbalah

Among the profound teachings of Rav Ashlag, we look at the four types of giving in Kabbalah. Learn how each form of giving serves as a pathway for spiritual growth.
 
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From Midrash to Manger: The Interplay of Jesus's Birth and Rabbinic Tradition

When we look closely at the birth narratives in the Gospels, we'll find these stories conform to an archetypal pattern, sharing many parallels with the Rabbinic Midrash. How does this knowledge alter our view of these texts?
 
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The Hidden Light - The Ohr HaGanuz and the Mystery of Chanukkah

Chanukkah is far more than candles and latkes—it's a radiant moment of spiritual revelation, reminding us of the hope for the Messiah and the ultimate promise of the World to Come.
In this episode, we explore some of these insights.
 
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What Comes After Heaven? A Guide to the World of Souls and the Olam HaBa

Is heaven the soul's last stop, or is there more? In this article, we will explore the tradition behind the ideas of the Messianic era, Heaven, and the World to Come - including a few key references to these in the New Testament.
 
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Dybuk: The Mysteries of Spiritual Possession and Evil Spirits

The dybuk—often called an evil spirit, unclean spirit, and even a ghost—represents the restless soul of a deceased individual who clings to the living, often causing spiritual or physical disturbances. From the New Testament to the Kabbalah, we will explore this idea in depth.
 
*This is a condensed version of the full article. For more, visit: https://www.thehiddenorchard.com/dybuk-the-mysteries-of-spiritual-possession/