ZARABEN: THE RETURN

27_ Tazria (1 of 3): Seed of Affliction

ZARABEN.ORG [http://zaraben.org/] studios presents Torah Teaching 27 on “Tazria,” explaining its roots in Zara (“to sow/scatter seed”) and the principle that what is conceived and brought forth corresponds to the seed planted. RC JedidiYah then connects “Zara/seed” to spiritual outcomes and introduces the laws of Tzarat (affliction/leprosy) as outward signs of inward spiritual issues requiring priestly diagnosis, isolation, and weekly re-examination. He warns against long-standing “old” Tzarat tied to chronic issues requiring change (sin), emphasizing submission, humility, and prompt correction, while previewing later discussion on slander, gossip, pride, and overreaching. Prepare by Reading: Vayikra (Leviticus) 12:1-13:59 Also Read from the  *Nevi'im (Prophets)* M’lakhim Bet (2 kings)  2 kings 18 WHEN: May 03, 2025 @ 9:00 AM

26_Shemini (3 of 3): Mosquito Burgers

ZARABEN.ORG [http://zaraben.org/] studios presents Torah Teaching 26, HaShemini (“the eighth”), linking it to the uncircumcised and warning from Nadab and Abihu against approaching YHVH on one’s own terms. RC JedidiYah teaches that the Torah is a lifelong, costly process of submission aimed at making sons of Israel “whole and complete,” using food as a key test of obedience and a divider between righteous and unrighteous.   Prepare by Reading: Vayikra (Leviticus) 9:1-11:47 Also Read from the  *Nevi’im (Prophets)* M’lakhim Bet (2 kings)  2 kings 17 RECORDED:  April 26, 2025 @ 9:00 AM

26_Shemini (2 of 3): Convinced to Death

ZARABEN.ORG [http://zaraben.org/] continues with Torah Teaching 26 on HaShemini (“the eighth”), linking it to “plumpness,” surplus, and the “uncircumcised” mind and heart that refuses submission and tries to approach YHVH on its own terms. Prepare by Reading: Vayikra (Leviticus) 9:1-11:47 Also Read from the  *Nevi'im (Prophets)* M’lakhim Bet (2 kings)  2 kings 17 RECORDED:  April 26, 2025 @ 9:00 AM

26_Shemini (1 of 3): Plumpness

ZARABEN.ORG [http://zaraben.org/] presents a teaching on HaShemini (“Eight”), exploring the spiritual symbolism of “fatness” as a sign of abundance that can lead to complacency, insensitivity, and even rebellion against YHVH’s commandments. RC JedidiYah contrasts this with the concept of circumcision—not merely physical, but a complete cutting away that represents heartfelt submission and devotion. The episode emphasizes that Torah principles and the sacrificial system extend beyond the physical temple, pointing to a life of continual offering—whether through repentance, gratitude, or willing obedience. Drawing near (qarab) to YHVH is shown to be costly, requiring total surrender of one’s life, household, and attitudes, including humility in relationships with others, since wrongdoing against people is also sin against Him. Ultimately, this teaching highlights that those called by YHVH’s name—identified with Israel—must approach Him according to His prescribed ways in the Torah, not through personal interpretation, religious tradition, or convenience. Prepare by Reading: Vayikra (Leviticus) 9:1-11:47 Also Read from the  *Nevi'im (Prophets)* M’lakhim Bet (2 kings)  2 kings 17 RECORDED:  April 26, 2025 @ 9:00 AM

25_Tzvah (4 of 4): Appointed

ZARABEN.ORG presents Torah teaching 25 on “Tovah,” which means means to Command/ or give charge, emphasizing that YHVH’s Commandments set one’s life in order and that drawing near (“Karab”) involves sacrifices, gifts, and offerings, with the first sacrifice being one’s will in total humility and submission. RC JedidiYah warns against pursuing the Torah (Commandments) for self-elevation, citing the costly obedience and testing seen in the patriarchs, including Jacob’s years of hardship and Job’s suffering as examples.   Today’s Torah reading is Tzav (Command), from Leviticus 6:8 through 8:36, along with the prophetic reading from 2 Kings 16. The Hebrew root “tsavah” carries the meaning of commanding, appointing, instructing, and setting things in order, reinforcing the central theme of disciplined, obedient living. Recorded April 19, 2025 at 9:00 AM.