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What is the spiritual and Biblical significance of the forthcoming Year of the Fire Horse? What does it have to do with current global events involving Donald Trump, Iran, and Israel? What is the true meaning of the ancient prophecy of the Four Horsemen of the Apocalypse? What do the Horsemen represent, and how are these prophecies being realized right before our eyes today? Plus, incredible ancient secrets from the Book of Psalms, and what was the critical year that shaped the world as we know it today?For the class on ‘Chinese Zodiac in Judaism’, see here: https://open.spotify.com/episode/1PBENXoQdb52eVOGRyGJLJ?si=WYXKwOs_QlSS2AynFBNpQw

For more on the ‘Cosmic Clock’ of history, see here: https://open.spotify.com/episode/0FeuQRhE8OVae7vV0HJcF0?si=YfK4hnlTSIerWqS_GuCVCA

What do the ancient Jewish holy texts say about good health and longevity? Is playing sports and exercising a mitzvah? How can one maximize wellbeing and lifespan? What were some health tips from our Sages? Find out in this eye-opening class, where we also explore how prayer affects one's genes, the twelve key aspects of life according to Sefer Yetzirah, and secrets of the number 176. For more information, see 'Is Playing Sports a Mitzvah?' here: https://www.mayimachronim.com/is-play...For the essay on structuring one's day according to the mystical "worlds", see here: https://www.mayimachronim.com/how-to-...For the essay on 'Physical Blemishes & Spiritual Heights', see here: https://www.mayimachronim.com/physica...

What did Isaiah mean when he described the entire nation of Israel as "righteous" and inherting the World to Come? What can a person do to guarantee their place in the World to Come? Which sins of a person actually count in the Heavenly Court? And how can we stimulate more love and unity among our people to bring about the Final Redemption? For the class exploring the difference between Jewish and non-Jewish souls, see here: https://open.spotify.com/episode/2F3eYVukM0qLYIb4dtrj6h?si=Cxejr4muQ_q_-EWSqeUSjQ

For the series on 'Reincarnation in Judaism', see here: https://open.spotify.com/episode/4TBORw6KshaazHZ7qoL85C?si=ziUjH3_TQ0KbruH3r32Clw

How can we better understand both the physical and spiritual worlds through the Periodic Table of the Elements? What can we learn about our own lives from the structure and anatomy of the atom? What is so special about the elements mentioned in Scripture, including iron, copper, silver, and gold? And what is “God’s Element”? Find out in this fascinating class where we explore the profound connections between Torah and chemistry.

What is the true meaning of Chanukah? Did the Jews really defeat the Greeks, and what did the ancient Jewish Sages actually think of Greek philosophy and the Greek language? What does it have to do with bringing about the Final Redemption and the Messianic Age? And how is it all concealed in the Torah portion of ‘Miketz’ (Genesis 41-44). Find out in this class as we take a deep dive into the Messianic process and reveal the surprising truth about the relationship between Judaism and Hellenism. For lots more information on Judaism and Hellenism, see here: https://www.mayimachronim.com/chanuka...

Exploring some incredible reincarnations of great figures from the Torah, Talmud, and world history, including Noah and Moses, David and Batsheva, Rabbi Eliezer and Rabbi Meir, the Roman emperors Titus and Marcus Aurelius, and the Greek philosopher Aristotle. Plus, how many people are destined to ever live, and how might the Resurrection of the Dead at the End of Days come about? And who might Queen Isabella of Spain have been a reincarnation of? For the previous three part series on the fundamentals and mechanics of reincarnation in Judaism, see here: https://open.spotify.com/episode/4TBORw6KshaazHZ7qoL85C?si=avJOKcO_RR2NVU6mnYkhOg

For the class on David and Batsheva, see here: https://open.spotify.com/episode/24L2HzlMdxcVVCNBn2QUrL?si=9bp-eUMiTqiUTZudxLOQ9g

What is the true meaning of the name “Jerusalem”? How is it different from “Zion”? Why is Jerusalem also called Ariel, “Lion of God”? How will the Third Temple be built, and what will happen to the Dome of the Rock? Find out in this class where we also explore the past lives of King David, some of the most profound mysteries of Creation, and the fulfilment of numerous ancient prophecies, including the incredible prophecy of the Six-Day War. For the essay on ‘Ascending the Temple Mount’, see here: https://www.mayimachronim.com/ascending-the-temple-mount/

In this week's Genesis Unveiled, Efraim Palvanov probes key mysteries about Isaac and Rebekah through mathematical numerologies and other methods to uncover that the key to redemption lies in the relationships we build with those around us, especially the relationships of those in our own homes.

Where did the concept of animal sacrifices really come from? Why are there so many sacrificial procedures described in the Torah? Will there be sacrifices in the future Third Temple in Jerusalem? And what does it all have to do with human consumption of meat? Is the vegan diet of Adam and Eve ideal for mankind? Find out in this eye-opening class!Plus: Did God really command Abraham to sacrifice his son Isaac? What did meat consumption have to do with the Great Flood? And what did the fallen angels have to do with it?For a detailed, written analysis of what really happened at the "Binding of Isaac", see here: https://www.mayimachronim.com/did-abr...

In this sequel, we explore the higher levels of the soul, Chaya and Yechida, and what a person can do to attain and access them. Also, what is the difference between a Jewish soul and a non-Jewish soul? What was the difference between Enoch’s transfiguration into an angel and Elijah’s transfiguration into an angel? Plus, the Zohar’s surprising views on Christians and Muslims, and the first and most important 14 mitzvot in the Torah. For Part 1, see here: https://open.spotify.com/episode/0dVaUMsv0REY4JwauoXY43?si=Py25z_SDRYG9WJeMx-nBqw

What is the real meaning of the mysterious holiday of Sukkot? What does it have to do with the End of Days and the Final Redemption? Why does the prophet Zechariah describe God as “touching down” on the Mount of Olives? And what does it all have to do with current events in Israel and the recent hostage deal? Find out in this class as we uncover the true meaning of Sukkot. Plus: What is the secret of the number 91? Where does the notion of the “Seven Shepherds of Israel” come from? And what role do the Shepherds play in the End of Days? For more on the Seven Shepherds, see here: https://www.mayimachronim.com/ushpizi... For more on the Ketoret and its psychoactive ingredients, see here: https://www.mayimachronim.com/the-mys...

Why does the Hebrew alphabet begin with an Aleph? Why does the Torah begin with a letter Beit? What role did the divine Hebrew letters have in Creation? What is God’s “seal of truth”, and what is God’s “sceptre”? Why do we find pagan death cults in countries and cultures all over the world? And what is the missing “nun” verse in Psalm 145? Find out in this class as we unravel a fascinating ancient Midrash about the letters of the Hebrew alphabet presenting themselves before God at the start of Creation. Also: Did God really command Abraham to sacrifice his son, and did Abraham pass the test? What really happened with the Tree of Knowledge? And why does evil exist? For a brief written summary, see here: https://www.mayimachronim.com/the-let... For more on the missing Nun in Ashrei, see here: https://seforimblog.com/2022/02/the-m...

What are the different parts of the soul, and how do they relate to, and interact with, the body? What is the real reason for sleeping and dreaming? How might we be able to explain spiritual phenomena like prophecy and telepathy? And how does one rectify their soul to the highest degree to become a master of life? Find out in this class as we embark on an eye-opening exploration of the human soul. For the Kabbalah of Yom Kippur class, see here:    • The Kabbalah of Yom Kippur   For the class on the Spiritual Significance of 2025, see here:    • The Spiritual Significance of 2025   For more on sports and exercise in Jewish law, see here: https://www.mayimachronim.com/is-play...

In this class, we re-examine the ancient Star of Jacob prophecy and analyze where we currently stand in the “End of Days” and the messianic process. What might unfold in the coming months and years? What role might AI play in the Final Redemption? Can a global blackout happen soon? And what can we do to hasten the return to the Garden of Eden? Also: What is the prophecy of the “unsheathing” of the Sun? What happened when Adam separated from Eve for 130 years? And why did the Sages tie the sound of the shofar to the cries of Sisera’s mother? This class was delivered on July 31, 2025 at the Sephardic Kehila Centre in Toronto, the final class there after two years of biweekly sessions. For the essay on the Ten Divine Songs, see here: https://www.mayimachronim.com/ten-div...For the essay on women’s hair coverings in Jewish law, see here: https://www.mayimachronim.com/underst...For the series of videos on Mashiach ben Yosef, see here:    • Understanding Mashiach ben Yosef  For the series of videos on reincarnation in Judaism, see here:    • Reincarnation in Judaism  

What is the true meaning of the name El Shaddai? What did the Ark of the Covenant actually look like? Who is El Elyon? Adam Kadmon? What are the 41- and 72- and 216-Letter Names of God? And what are the secrets hidden in the name Ehyeh Asher Ehyeh (“I Will be What I Will Be”)? Find out in this eye-opening concluding installment of the series. Also: What is the esoteric meaning of Jacob’s sheep? Is the Torah text we have today identical to the Dead Sea Scrolls and other ancient manuscripts? And which name of God is most-associated with the forthcoming Final Redemption? For the essay on genetics and epigenetics based on Jacob’s sheep, see here: https://www.mayimachronim.com/jacobs-... For more on Moses’ divine staff, see here: https://www.mayimachronim.com/the-kab... For the essay on divine secrets of pi, see here: https://www.mayimachronim.com/secrets... For the book on mayim achronim: https://www.lulu.com/shop/efraim-palv...

Where did the mystical term “Ain Sof” come from? What does it actually mean? Can a Torah scroll be written in Greek? And who were the mysterious Bythosim (or Boethusians) that the Sages considered heretics and sectarians? Find out in this eye-opening class as we continue our journey into exploring the divine names of God. Plus: How did Noah’s blessing to Shem and Japheth become realized in Israel and Greece, and what effect did Plato and Aristotle have on sacred Jewish texts? For the previous class in this series, see here: https://open.spotify.com/episode/1iPLPEzmwQfS5CcNbSDNvx?si=C6scQEUJRHKNLj4i9KqcBA

For the essay on the history of the Ten Sefirot, see here: https://www.mayimachronim.com/ten-sef... For the series of essays on the relationship between Judaism and Hellenism, see here: https://www.mayimachronim.com/chanuka... For the KotzkBlog essay on Rabbeinu Avraham, see here: https://www.kotzkblog.com/2017/11/152...

What is the proper pronunciation of YHWH, the Ineffable Name? What is the related “12-Letter Name of God” and the mystical “42-Letter Name of God”? Are they allowed to be verbalized? Why do we say “Adonai” in place of YHWH, and who was the first to do this? Plus: How do we deal with physical descriptions of God in Scripture? And what is so special about turning 35 years old?For the essay on Shimon haTzadik, the rabbi in whose time the Name of God became Ineffable, see ‘Who Was the First Rabbi in History?’ here: https://www.mayimachronim.com/who-was... On Ascending the Temple Mount: https://www.mayimachronim.com/ascendi...

For Part 1 of this series, see here: https://open.spotify.com/episode/1Hfk0oaYeWIC88nlcGOsHo?si=jSfwtAnkSEm0VF5ZJ-WJSA

What are the deeper meanings behind the various Biblical names of God, such as YHWH, El, and Elohim? Where do we find God’s fingerprints across the cosmos, and what is His blueprint for Creation? What might recent findings in science and archaeology reveal? And what are God’s 32 Paths of Wisdom? Find out in this eye-opening class as we being a journey into understanding the mysterious names of God. See also ‘Secrets of God’s Ineffable Name’ here: https://www.mayimachronim.com/secrets... For more regarding enunciating God’s names, see here: https://www.mayimachronim.com/calling... For more on the divine anatomy of the human body, see here: https://www.mayimachronim.com/the-div...

For the previous class on the Anunaki, see here: https://open.spotify.com/episode/1vOjimAQVSyeNy7zTW3SaN?si=emF-Dau7Tuyx8FaIFxPTjw

Ancient Mesopotamian civilizations spoke of various giant-like beings called Anunaki and Rapiu. These same terms (Anakim and Rephaim) are found in the Torah, also in reference to ancient giants. Where did they come from, and where are they now? What is their connection to angels, Nephilim, and the Bnei Elohim mentioned in multiple places in Scripture? Find out in this mind-blowing class where we also explore UFOs and UAPs, God’s Divine Chariot, and the prophetic experiences of Ezekiel, Enoch, Isaiah, Elijah, and others. For sources and more information, see here: https://www.mayimachronim.com/anunaki... For the previous class on ancient civilizations and cosmic cycles, see here:    • The Cosmic Jubilee   For the location of the real Mt. Sinai, see here: https://www.mayimachronim.com/red-sea...For more amazing archaeological and historical evidence for the Exodus and events in Scripture, see here:    • Archaeological Proof for the Torah and Exodus  

How do we make sense of archaeological evidence of advanced ancient civilizations going back 12,000 years? Who really built the Pyramids and the Sphinx? And who produced the Lascaux Cave Paintings that date back 20,000 years? Find out in this eye-opening class where we explore the mystical notion of cosmic Sabbaticals and Jubilee cycles. Plus: revealing the incredible secret concealed in the first letter of the Torah, and where in the Cosmic Jubilee are we currently situated?

For a written summary and more information, see here: https://www.mayimachronim.com/cosmic-shemittot/

For the series of videos on reincarnation, see here:    • Reincarnation in Judaism  

What is the deeper significance behind the 49 days between Passover and Shavuot? Why do we count the days, and what is the mystical connection to the Sefirot? Also, where did "mourning" during Sefirat haOmer really originate, and what is the proper way to approach these customs? Find out in this eye-opening class as we dive into Sefirat haOmer and explore what it takes to become a complete, refined human. Plus, the primordial elements associated with the Sefirot, and a Kabbalistic look at Yom ha'Atzmaut, Yom Yerushalayim, and Yom haShoah.

For the class on the ‘Secret Origins of Lag b’Omer’ see here:    • Secret Origins of Lag b'Omer  

For more on the “Kabbalah of Yom ha’Atzmaut” and the Tiferet Israel Synagogue, see here: https://www.mayimachronim.com/the-kab... For more on the connection between Lag b’Omer and the passing of Samuel the Prophet, see here: https://www.mayimachronim.com/the-hid... For the laws of music and mourning in the Omer, see here: https://www.mayimachronim.com/mournin...

How did the Erev Rav become so powerful in recent times? Was there a conspiracy in the 18th century by a small group of heretics to destroy Judaism? And how has it manifest itself in the world today? Plus: exploring Samson as a model for current events, pinpointing the exact number of Erev Rav souls, and what exactly happened in the aftermath of the Golden Calf incident? For more on the significance of the year 1648 and the aftermath of Shabbateanism, see here: https://www.mayimachronim.com/the-zoh...For the essay on Rabbi Chaim Vital’s take on the Erev Rav in Sefer Etz HaDa’at Tov, see here: https://www.kotzkblog.com/2020/11/301... For a deeper understanding of Chabad and the Lubavitcher Rebbe, see here: https://www.mayimachronim.com/underst...

For the series of videos on 'Understanding Edom':    • Understanding Edom  

Continuing the eye-opening series on the “Erev Rav” with an exploration of the five types of Erev Rav, and how they manifest in the world around us today. Plus, the secret of the letter Hei added to Abraham’s name, the parameters of “lashon hara”, the Zohar’s “dogs of Yom Kippur”, and comments on concubines, cults, and cabals.

For Part 1 in this series, click here: https://open.spotify.com/episode/0ToCvW2IFedE8iXBruuWn0?si=LsMY4OX1QI2fm3039W7O1g

See also ‘Bringing Mashiach Today’: https://open.spotify.com/episode/1hEWshtMiP2GelG0RkRGui?si=09weRsNpS-uj2rcyE3QLpg

Who is the Erev Rav, the “Mixed Multitude”, first mentioned in Exodus? How do they return and manifest in every generation? And why are they locked in a cosmic battle with Moses that spans all of human history? Find out in this class as we being to explore the mysterious and dangerous Erev Rav phenomenon, and what we can do to defeat this ideology—which the Zohar says is a necessary precursor to the Final Redemption and the forthcoming Messianic Age. For a written summary and lots more information, see here: https://www.mayimachronim.com/israels-greatest-enemy-the-erev-rav/

For the previous class that explored the Erev Rav’s connection to the Tree of Knowledge, see ‘Queen Esther’s Kabbalah’ here: https://open.spotify.com/episode/4KoLSSJkt70HDxPBdHmxCe?si=h1bHotGXRKeChvzOqVNRZA

For more on the “quantum brain” theory and a scientific explanation for reincarnation, see here: https://www.mayimachronim.com/is-your-brain-a-quantum-computer-a-scientific-explanation-for-the-soul-and-afterlife/

Revealing the hidden wisdom in one of the most mystical ancient texts, the Book of Esther. Along the way, we explore the Seven Prophetess of Israel, the Ten Sefirot, the mysterious “Erev Rav”, and Esther’s incredible prophecy of the Nuremberg Trials. Plus: why is the number three so important in Judaism, and what is the deeper meaning behind the triangle and the Star of David? For the previous class on ‘King Solomon’s Kabbalah’, see here: https://open.spotify.com/episode/6gd2Gg9O6C0xrjydUgmFqA?si=Z_FyZzM-Tp2qgHd1l6sVPg

For more ‘Secrets of Purim’, see here: https://open.spotify.com/episode/7ej2Y6ue0qPsV2rJFQBLe7?si=TAJAu8UITbW6-mAH2kDsng

For the Zohar's Heavenly Academies, as well as ‘When and Why Was the Zohar Published?’ see the third volume of ‘Garments of Light’, available on Amazon and here: https://www.lulu.com/shop/efraim-palvanov/garments-of-light-70-illuminating-essays-on-the-weekly-torah-portion-and-holidays-volume-3/paperback/product-9557mdw.html?q=palvanov&page=1&pageSize=4

For lots more on the Erev Rav, see here: https://www.mayimachronim.com/israels-greatest-enemy-the-erev-rav/

For a written summary and overview, see here: https://www.mayimachronim.com/a-mystical-peek-into-megillat-esther/

Who were some of the greatest leaders and figures from the ancient Israelite tribes of Issachar and Zevulun? What were the ten special things created by God on the eve of the first Sabbath? And what is the mysterious shamir “worm” that was used to cut stones for Jerusalem’s Temple? Plus, who did the Biblical Issachar reincarnate in? Where did Jonah come from? And who exactly are the Druze? For Part 1 of this class, see here: https://open.spotify.com/episode/5HarD301jmatWdctPrlJoZ?si=cKX3sbszQae9IlbW674vVA

For lots more on the Shamir worm, see here: https://www.mayimachronim.com/mystery-of-the-shamir/

For Rabbi Akiva’s last five teachings to Rashbi, see here: https://www.mayimachronim.com/when-rashbi-threatened-rabbi-akiva/

For more on the origins of Kaddish, see here: https://www.mayimachronim.com/the-origins-and-kabbalah-of-kaddish/

What do we know about the mysterious ancient Israelite tribes of Issachar and Zevulun? What is Zevulun’s connection to the Seven Heavens, and what exactly happens in each of those realms? What is the identity of the ‘hilazon’ that was used to make the holy blue dye techelet, and how did Zevulun produce it? How do we properly understand the famous teaching of Zevulun financing the scholarship of Issachar? Plus, eye-opening stories from my recent trip to Israel.

For the class on the Tribe of Ephraim, see here: https://open.spotify.com/episode/3nIMhQhbenz2SdTiQP0XiP?si=wFzYZv5zR8u6pj1vQgSBew

See also ‘The Secret Power of Tzitzit’ and ‘Why Physical Labour is a Spiritual Necessity’ in Volume Two of Garments of Light, available here: https://www.lulu.com/shop/efraim-palvanov/garments-of-light-70-illuminating-essays-on-the-weekly-torah-portion-and-holidays-volume-2/paperback/product-kjy5wv.html?page=1&pageSize=4

What are the origins of the four holiest cities in Israel? What is the deeper mystical meaning behind them? How do they correspond to the Heavens, the primordial elements, and the fundamental forces of the universe? Find out in this eye-opening class as we explore the inner dimensions of Jerusalem, Hebron, Safed, and Tiberias. Plus: what and where is the immortal city of Luz? What is its connection to the mysterious pineal gland? How did God create Eve? And what can we do to bring about the Final Redemption? For a written summary and more information on the holy cities, see here:https://www.mayimachronim.com/kabbalah-of-judaisms-four-holy-cities/

For more on the history of purchasing the Holy Land:https://www.mayimachronim.com/the-worlds-most-legitimate-state/

For more on the techelet blue dye:https://www.mayimachronim.com/what-is-tekhelet/

Who is the mysterious “Gog” of Ezekiel’s Gog & Magog prophecy? Does he have a connection to the Lost Tribes of Israel? Did the prophet Obadiah foresee October 7 and recent global events? What might Putin, Trump, and Obama have to do with it? And why is Mashiach described as hailing from Edom? Find out in this final installment of the “Understanding Edom” series. Plus: What are the true origins of Ashkenazi and Sephardi Jews? Who were the “Canaanite Jews” and the Khazars? And what will happen at the Mount of Olives at the End of Days? See also ‘Ovadiah’s Vision of October 7’: https://www.mayimachronim.com/ovadiah... For more on the Tribes of Israel and their corresponding colours and symbols, see here: https://www.mayimachronim.com/the-sto... For more on the Khazars and origins of Ashkenazi Jews: https://www.mayimachronim.com/the-ori... For Mashiach’s Ancestry, see here: https://www.mayimachronim.com/mashiac... For Parts 1 to 4 of this series, see here:    • Understanding Edom  

What is the significance of Egyptian obelisks erected in major capital cities around the world? Who was Zepho, grandson of Esau, and what is his connection to Rome and Edom? How did the myth of Vulcan originate in an earlier Biblical figure? And what does the Soviet Union have to do with it all? Find out in this class as we continue our exploration of Edom and its eye-opening relation to current global events. Plus: Was Christopher Columbus Jewish? Is there a Star of David in the US Great Seal? And is there an “Illuminati” pyramid with all-seeing eye in the Israeli Supreme Court? For ‘The Secret, Secret Story of Stalin’s Purim Death’ see here: https://www.mayimachronim.com/the-secret-secret-story-of-stalins-purim-death/

1. For Part 1 of this series, click here: https://open.spotify.com/episode/71MhKAxfwei7oebi8mskm7?si=85rcmYQRT86-JuUBIt_x3g
2. For Part 2, click here: https://open.spotify.com/episode/61MhwYp78ER1eo8HuP0xGQ?si=buvC28IDQP2iEkgw0uko7A
3. For Part 3, click here: https://open.spotify.com/episode/2GJd7mFCyYvLwYJXCq7fwh?si=TIZ9ug5VSWiaEUKaph2Aeg

What is the significance of the alignment of the last night of Chanukah with the first day of 2025? What does it have to do with the upcoming Chinese Year of the Snake? And how is it all connected to the new Hebrew month of Tevet and the Talmudic tractate of Sanhedrin? Find out in this fascinating class as we prepare for what promises to be a monumental 2025 ahead. Also: Why was the Zohar revealed to the world in the year 1290? Which verses in Tanakh prophetically allude to the year 2025? What is the significance of the letters on the dreidel? And what happened when Alexander the Great presided over a lawsuit against the Jews?

1. For more on the 24 Biblical Ornaments of a Bride, see here: ⁠https://www.mayimachronim.com/the-24-ornaments-of-a-bride-and-tikkun-leil-shavuot/⁠
2. For more on 'Secrets of the Jewish Calendar', see here: ⁠https://www.mayimachronim.com/secrets-of-the-jewish-calendar/⁠
3. See also ‘The Dragon, the Snake & the Messiah’: https://open.spotify.com/episode/48IxcvmIYlRc9mwVV154JW?si=DLffOTBJRiW7nvdYGHGeAQ
4. And ‘Chinese Zodiac in Judaism’: https://open.spotify.com/episode/1PBENXoQdb52eVOGRyGJLJ?si=muPVzAn4QaGYP263tqHPig

How did Christianity become its own religion distinct from Judaism? Why did “Edom” come to be associated with the Christian world in rabbinic texts? Who was the real, historical Jesus, and what was his spiritual connection to Esau? Find out in this class as we take a deep dive into the evolution of the Roman Empire and the Catholic Church, and explore what the prophet Malachi said about “replacement theology” and God’s eternal covenant with Israel.

For Part 1 of this series, see here: https://open.spotify.com/episode/71MhKAxfwei7oebi8mskm7?si=sHzTHHhVTrSK-fa31xV-Gg

For Part 2, see here: https://open.spotify.com/episode/61MhwYp78ER1eo8HuP0xGQ?si=Sio8chqYSZC7msz76OVOMQ

For more on the Joshua-Jesus blueprint, see ‘Yehoshua and the Origins of Christianity’: https://www.mayimachronim.com/yehoshua-and-the-origins-of-christianity/

Who was the Biblical Ephraim and why did he merit to become the most powerful tribe in ancient Israel? Find out in this class as we take a journey through Ephraim’s past, present, and future. Along the way, we uncover the fascinating stories of the great Ephraimite Judges and Kings of the Holy Land (including Joshua, Deborah, and Samuel) and explore who might be the descendants of the Ephraimites today. Plus: Why does the Tanakh connect Ephraim to Amalek? Is the Messiah supposed to be a Judean or an Ephraimite (or both)? And has the prophecy of Ezekiel 37 been fulfilled in our days?

See also ‘The Truth About the Lost Tribes of Israel’: https://open.spotify.com/episode/7kze1WoikFOSwQQmJvC5JO?si=riffQ6FQQsiJOUbATTkANA

For more on the spiritual significance of iron, see ‘Israel and the Iron Age’: https://www.mayimachronim.com/israel-and-the-iron-age/

See also ‘When Jews and Greeks Were Brothers’: https://www.mayimachronim.com/when-jews-and-greeks-were-brothers-the-untold-story-of-chanukah/

What is the significance of recent seismic events in Syria and Damascus? What might we expect for the region in light of ancient prophecies? Find out in this class as we explore Damascus in Scriptural and mystical texts. Also: What is the etymology of the name “Jerusalem”? Who was the mysterious Melchizedek? And what is Zedekiah’s Cave? For the entire playlist on the "Star of Jacob" prophecy, see here:    • Star of Jacob Prophecy  

For the essay on ‘End of Days Secrets from Rabbi Shimon bar Yochai’, see here: https://www.mayimachronim.com/end-of-days-secrets-from-rabbi-shimon-bar-yochai/

What might we expect from Donald Trump in his second presidency and does he have anything to do with Esau and Edom in Biblical prophecies? How did Edom become associated with the Roman Empire to begin with? What does King Herod have to do with it, and why is he reviled by Jews and Christians alike? And why does Isaiah call King Cyrus of Persia “the messiah”? Also: Understanding antisemitic conspiracy theories, and is the Rothschild family related to Edom? Plus, who is the mysterious Biblical figure Obed-Edom the Gittite? And what is the secret of the Western Wall?

For more information, see 'How Esau Became Rome': https://www.mayimachronim.com/how-esau-became-rome/

For the series of short essays on the Rothschilds, see here: https://www.jewoftheweek.net/2017/11/01/jew-of-the-week-mayer-amschel-rothschild/

For more on the Rothschilds and the State of Israel, see here: https://www.mayimachronim.com/the-worlds-most-legitimate-state/

Who exactly was the Biblical Esau, and how did he become “Edom”? What are the true origins of Amalek, the “eternal enemy” of Israel? Why is Edom associated with Rome and the Western world? And what is the role of Edom in the End of Days and the Messianic Age? Find out in this thrilling class as we begin a new series on the complex and controversial world of Esau and Edom. Also discussed: Baphomet and pagan symbolism in Hollywood and the music industry, a possible hidden Scriptural reference to Elon Musk, and Biblical blueprints for today’s conflict in the Middle East.

For more information, see ‘How Esau Became Rome’ here: https://www.mayimachronim.com/how-esau-became-rome/

For the book on Mayim Achronim, ‘Secrets of the Last Waters’: https://www.lulu.com/shop/efraim-palvanov/secrets-of-the-last-waters-mayim-achronim-chova/paperback/product-1wvgrrrq.html

See also the class on 'The Real Meaning of Israel' here: https://creators.spotify.com/pod/show/efraimpalvanov/episodes/The-Real-Meaning-of-Israel-e2fvh8q

Where was the original Tomb of Joseph, and the burial place of Moses? What’s so special about the Tomb of Rachel and the Cave of the Patriarchs? And what is the correct approach to visiting the graves of holy people? Find out in this class as we take a trip through Tanakh, Talmud, and Zohar to explore the graves of tzadikim. Plus: What are the true origins of Halloween? How will the Resurrection of the Dead at the End of Days be accomplished? And who was the Biblical Caleb in a past life?

For more on the origins of Halloween, see here: https://www.mayimachronim.com/should-jews-celebrate-halloween/

For the essay on Joseph and Yuya, see here: https://www.mayimachronim.com/yosef-and-yuya-does-archaeological-evidence-prove-the-biblical-narrative-of-joseph/

Please see also ‘The Incredible History & Absurd Politics of Rachel’s Tomb': https://www.mayimachronim.com/the-incredible-history-and-absurd-politics-of-rachels-tomb/

For the series on the ‘Third Rome’, see here: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/efraimpalvanov/episodes/Third-Rome-2-Russia--Iran--and-Gog-uMagog-e2g8ji6

For the series on Mashiach ben Yosef, see here: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/efraimpalvanov/episodes/Understanding-Mashiach-ben-Yosef-e2ilvu2

See also ‘The Incredible Story of Serach bat Asher’ in Volume One of Garments of Light, available here: https://www.lulu.com/shop/efraim-palvanov/garments-of-light-70-illuminating-essays-on-the-weekly-torah-portion-and-holidays/paperback/product-1wryq9vn.html?page=1&pageSize=4

Resources mentioned in the video: On the Star of Jacob prophecy and ‘Will Mashiach Come This Year?’: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/efraimpalvanov/episodes/Will-Mashiach-Come-This-Year-e2oovnr

The series on ‘Third Rome’: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/efraimpalvanov/episodes/Third-Rome-2-Russia--Iran--and-Gog-uMagog-e2g8ji6

On Kapparot: https://www.mayimachronim.com/why-you-really-really-shouldnt-do-kapparot-even-with-money/

On Portraits of Rabbis: https://www.mayimachronim.com/the-second-and-fifth-commandments/

Garments of Light, Volume Three, available here: https://www.lulu.com/shop/efraim-palvanov/garments-of-light-70-illuminating-essays-on-the-weekly-torah-portion-and-holidays-volume-3

In the concluding installment of the series, we address some final big questions like: Can Noahides pray from a siddur? Put on tefillin? Recite berakhot? Are Noahides obligated in honouring parents? Giving charity? And how can the Noahide Laws help to usher in the Final Redemption? Plus: the spiritual origins of Noahides according to the Arizal, transgenics and GMOs, and the greatest sign that we are already in the End of Days.

For the complete chart of 30 Noahide Laws with sources, see here: https://www.mayimachronim.com/noahidelaws/

On ‘Will There Be Sacrifices in the Third Temple?’ see here: https://www.mayimachronim.com/will-there-be-sacrifices-in-the-third-temple/

On ‘What’s the Ideal Number of Children to Have?’ see here: https://www.mayimachronim.com/whats-the-ideal-number-of-children-to-have/

In the second installment of the series, we address the big questions: Can Noahides keep Shabbat? Can Noahides learn Talmud and Zohar? Have a mezuzah on their door? And why do we say there are “seven” Noahide Laws if there are actually thirty? Plus: What is a Ger Toshav and is it equivalent to a Noahide? What is the right way to learn and master Torah? And understanding Rabbi Meir, the “potential Mashiach” of his generation. For Part 1 of the series, see here: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/efraimpalvanov/episodes/The-30-Noahide-Laws--Part-1-e2n5sik On the rapidly growing movement of Noahides and Jewish converts, see here: https://www.mayimachronim.com/gentiles-becoming-jews/

What are the “Noahide Laws” and where do they come from? Are there just seven, or are they actually more numerous? And what do they have to do with the End of Days and ushering in the Messianic Age? Find out in this class where we begin our journey into the ancient Noahide Laws. Along the way, we explore the 620 Pillars of Light at the start of Creation, the ten types of witchcraft, and answer big questions like: are Noahides obligated to get married? Pray? Give charity? Learn Torah?

See also 'Gentiles Becoming Jews' here: https://www.mayimachronim.com/gentiles-becoming-jews/

For more on the prohibitions of witchcraft and sorcery, see here: https://www.mayimachronim.com/witches-and-wizards-in-the-torah/

In this class, we explore the esoteric knowledge of King Solomon encoded in his three books: Ecclesiastes, Proverbs, and Song of Songs. Along the way, we answer big questions like: What is the Seal of Solomon? Why did King Solomon take on hundreds of wives and what did he conclude about marriage? What scientific knowledge did Solomon uncover? What are the 50 Gates of Understanding? Plus: the great secret behind El Shaddai, the mystical reason for the exile of the Jewish people, and incredible revelations from the ancient mystical text Sefer haTemunah.

For more on the Seal of Solomon and the Star of David, see here: https://www.mayimachronim.com/secrets-of-the-star-of-david/

See also ‘Things You Didn’t Know About King Solomon’ here: https://www.mayimachronim.com/things-you-didnt-about-king-solomon/

For more on Sheddu and Cherubs, see ‘The Guardian Angels and Hybrid Beasts Known as Cherubs’ in the second volume of ‘Garments of Light’, available here: https://www.lulu.com/shop/efraim-palvanov/garments-of-light-70-illuminating-essays-on-the-weekly-torah-portion-and-holidays-volume-2/paperback/product-kjy5wv.html

Are we living in a digital simulation? Might the Torah and ancient Jewish texts support this notion? And how might it help solve many Biblical puzzles? Find out in this mind-boggling class where we also explore quantum physics and the observer effect, multiverses, the Big Bang, the mystery of sleep, AI and virtual reality, and: could the world be flat? For more on Kabbalah & Quantum Physics, see here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0QEn8maKRb8&t=0s

For more on the multiverse in Judaism, see here: https://www.mayimachronim.com/superheroes-in-judaism-the-first-multiverse/ For more on the notion of Cosmic Jubilees and the cycle of civilizations: https://www.mayimachronim.com/cosmic-shemittot/ See also ‘Is Your Brain a Quantum Computer?’ https://www.mayimachronim.com/is-your-brain-a-quantum-computer-a-scientific-explanation-for-the-soul-and-afterlife/

Are there cases of time travel in the Torah and ancient Jewish texts? Is it possible that Adam, Enoch, and Moses were able to traverse the universe using faster-than-light technology? And how do we deal with apparent chronological contradictions in the Torah? Find out in this fascinating class, where we also uncover the true meaning of God's Ineffable Name, propose a theory for how Adam was able to live 930 years, and calculate the speed of God's divine "chariots". For a written summary and lots more information (including the time travel of Eliyahu briefly mentioned in the class), please see here: https://www.mayimachronim.com/time-tr... For more on Block Universe Theory and Judaism, see ‘Time, Gravity, and Free Will’ here: https://www.mayimachronim.com/time-gr... See also ‘How Did Adam Live 930 Years?’: https://www.mayimachronim.com/how-did...

In this concluding installment of the series, we explore the intriguing mechanisms of reincarnation and look at specific examples from Cain and Abel, Moses and Jethro, Balaam, Terach, Job, Deborah, Tamar, and others. Also, can a male soul reincarnate in a female body, or vice versa? And how many total souls are meant to exist across all time? Plus: What is a dybbuk and does Judaism have a notion of “exorcism”? Who did Cain and Abel marry? And did God make other humans besides Adam and Eve? For Part 1 of this series, see here: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/joeswila7/episodes/Reincarnation-in-Judaism-e2k147a For Part 2, see here: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/joeswila7/episodes/Reincarnation-in-Judaism--Part-2-e2kbbgl For the class on 'Feminism & the Curses of Eve' see here: https://youtu.be/fcvaxoXKSt0?si=pXfN-... See also 'Do Men Have More Mitzvot Than Woman?': https://www.mayimachronim.com/do-men-...

As we continue exploring the Jewish conception of the afterlife, we uncover where exactly is “Gehinnom” and what is “Abadon”? We address the great theodicy question: why do good and innocent people suffer? Can a person experience “Hell on Earth”? And what does reincarnation have to do with it? Plus: which iteration of a person will resurrect at the End of Days? And why is it that people do not remember their past lives? For Part 1 of this series, see here: https://youtu.be/DEnrgqDeG4M See also ‘Perspectives on Hell’: https://www.mayimachronim.com/perspectives-on-hell/ And ‘Understanding Resurrection of the Dead’: https://www.mayimachronim.com/understanding-resurrection-of-the-dead/

Where do we find reincarnation in the Bible? How many times might a person reincarnate? And how does reincarnation fit into the greater picture of the afterlife, the world of resurrection, and what happens to a soul after death? Also: does Judaism subscribe to the notion of an eternal hell?

Find out in this class as we dive into Biblical reincarnation and answer the big questions about the transmigration of souls and the afterlife.

For a written summary and more information, see here: https://www.mayimachronim.com/everything-you-wanted-to-know-about-reincarnation-in-judaism/

See also, ‘An Honest Look at Death and Afterlife’: https://www.mayimachronim.com/an-honest-look-at-death-and-the-afterlife/

On the ‘Origins and Kabbalah of Kaddish’: https://www.mayimachronim.com/the-origins-and-kabbalah-of-kaddish/

In the final installment of the series, we put all the ancient sources together to present one clear and coherent view of Mashiach ben Yosef, solving the puzzle of one or two messiahs, and laying down the true sequence of events to expect at the End of Days. Along the way, we explore Ezekiel’s Vision of the Dry Bones, the meaning of resurrection in Judaism, and the fascinating symbolism of the Phoenix in mythical and mystical sources.

For Part 1 of this series, see here

For Part 2 of this series, see here

For more on Russia, Iran, and the ‘Third Rome’, see here

This class is based on a set of essays in the recently-published third volume of 'Garments of Light', available on Amazon and here.

What does the Talmud really mean when it mentions a dying messiah? Why did Maimonides completely ignore this Talmud when codifying Jewish law? And did the death of Jesus have anything to do with the subsequent destruction of the Jerusalem Temple?

Find out in this class as we continue to explore the ancient sources about Mashiach ben Yosef. Plus: who are the 15 ancient souls that return to help Mashiach? What did King Solomon say about the Torah of Mashiach? And who is the mysterious Rabbi Dosa?

For Part 1 of the series, see here:

• Understanding Mashiach ben Yosef

For more on Judaism vs. Christianity, see here:

• Judaism vs. Christianity

This class is based on a set of essays in the recently-published third volume of 'Garments of Light', available on Amazon and here: https://www.lulu.com/spotlight/efraimpalvanov