Rabbi Chaim Richman established the International Department of the Temple Institute in Jerusalem and guided it for three decades. Today, Rabbi Richman directs Jerusalem Lights, which he founded in response to the urgent spiritual needs of our times. Jerusalem Lights seeks to provide and share the wisdom of traditional Torah teachings with all sincere spiritual seekers regardless of their race, religion, gender or orientation, emphasizing the ennoblement of the human spirit, the brotherhood of mankind, and the nurturing and development of each individual’s personal faith and relationship with the Creator.
The teachings and educational activities of Jerusalem Lights tap into the inner meaning of the prophecies concerning the reciprocal relationship between Israel and the Nations, providing greatest access possible to Universal Torah: Torah for Everyone!
Jerusalem Lights is a 501 (c) 3 US non-profit organization. For more information: www.rabbirichman.com/jerusalem-lights
Jerusalem Lights - Rabbi Chaim Richman
Dear Friends, I have been fighting the flu for several weeks now, and making slow progress towards recovery, with Hashem's help. But I am still somewhat unwell and I apologize that for this reason, I was unable to upload any new productions this week. Wishing you Shabbat Shalom from Jerusalem!
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Coming to the Jerusalem Lights YouTube Channel this Sunday, 22 Tevet - January 11, 2026...
A Jerusalem Lights Original Special Presentation:
THE EXODUS BEFORE THE EXODUS
produced, written and narrated by Hillel Richman
Were Ancient Israelites Present in Canaan Before the Exodus?
Was There More Than One Exodus from Egypt?
What if we are looking at the Biblical Exodus from Egypt in the wrong way—and missing part of the picture?
What if there was more than one Exodus of Israelites from Egypt?
Could it be that some Israelites entered and settled the Promised Land while others remained enslaved behind?
Is it possible that the Bible itself preserves hints of a smaller, earlier Exodus—one that predated the national event we know so well?
In 'The Exodus Before the Exodus', we explore this possibility by examining the Biblical text, ancient Jewish sources, and historical and archaeological evidence.
Join us in this fascinating documentary as we attempt to weave together a missing strand of Biblical history—and bring to light a story rarely told.
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For an exploration and deeper understanding of the connection between Yom Kippur and the Festival of Sukkot, here is the link to the recording of our weekly Zoom session, 'The Festivals of Tishrei 5786: From Yom Kippur to Sukkot' drive.google.com/file/d/1yJ4Mrz-NTyVO2hLpHvVhPoWkb…
If you would like to attend our live Zoom classes or receive access to view the archive of past classes, send an email request to rabbi@rabbirichman.com
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May you and your loved ones be signed and sealed in the Book of Life for a life of blessings, joy, good health, prosperity, wisdom, peace, and every Heavenly blessings, and most importantly, closeness to Hashem!
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With Hashem's help, our next Zoom meeting will be this Sunday,
6 Tishrei 5786 - September 28, 2025
From Yom Kippur to Sukkot: The Festivals of Tishrei
Live from Jerusalem at 19:30
09:30 AM Pacific 10:30 AM Mountain 11:30 AM Central
12:30 PM Eastern
A PROJECT OF JERUSALEM LIGHTS - www.rabbirichman.com
email rabbi@rabbirichman.com for Zoom login
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NOW PLAYING: A JERUSALEM LIGHTS SPECIAL PRESENTATION
Sacred Directions - Spatial Orientation in the Bible
In the Bible, directional terms represent more than geography—they carry deep meaning and symbolism.
This short film explores how, in Biblical Hebrew, even the most ordinary words—East, West, North, and South—are layered with significance, spiritual depth, and linguistic beauty.
Written and Produced by Hillel Richman
in Association with Ora Studios
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Jerusalem Lights - Rabbi Chaim Richman
How can we even think that we can talk about G-d? Is it not impertinent to think that we can even speak about Him? What do we even know about Him? We know that He is the Creator. We know that He is endless. We know that He is uniquely One. So how do we relate to this endless perfect Oneness? Torah teaches us that we can relate to Him through His names. Our portion begins with the transition of God identifying Himself not as El Shaddai, as He revealed to the forefathers, but with His identity as YHVH...His proper name. What is the secret of this name, which we reverentially refer to as 'Hashem,' the Name?
The Torah portion of Va'era (Exodus 6 : 2 - 9 : 35) is read on Shabbat, 25 Tevet 5785 - January 25, 2025
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What is the secret of Moses' staff, sometimes described by Torah as 'the staff of God?' Is it a Divinely-created object, passed down amongst the ranks of the righteous since the time of Adam...or is it a simple piece of wood? What is the lesson for our lives today?
Our apologies that the publication of this video was delayed.
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Just published! A Jerusalem Lights Special Presentation
Secrets of the Hebrew Alphabet Part Two: Transformation
The sequel to 'Origins', 'Transformation' presents a deep dive into the history of the Hebrew Alphabet, focusing on the monumental shift in the Torah’s script. This video uncovers the mysterious transition from the ancient Paleo-Hebrew script to the square Aramaic script adopted during the Babylonian exile. What triggered this profound change, and what hidden meanings lie beneath it? We explore this transformation through both historical and spiritual lenses, telling the story with an unprecedented and uniquely original approach, as we reveal how this shift impacted the Jewish people and their connection to the Torah.
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COMING TO JERUSALEM LIGHTS ON SUNDAY, JANUARY 12TH:
Secrets of the Hebrew Alphabet, Part II: TRANSFORMATION
Secrets of the Hebrew Alphabet Part Two: The sequel to 'Origins', 'Transformation' presents a deep dive into the history of the Hebrew Alphabet, focusing on the monumental shift in the Torah’s script. This film uncovers the mysterious transition from the ancient Paleo-Hebrew script to the square Aramaic script adopted during the Babylonian exile. What triggered this profound change, and what hidden meanings lie beneath it? We explore this transformation through both historical and spiritual lenses, telling the story in a novel and unique way never done before, as we reveal how this shift impacted the Jewish people and their connection to the Torah.
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