Perfect Body! A Torah Portion Afterthought
Perfect Body podcast is an afterthought on the weekly Torah portions. The Torah is the first five books of the Bible: Genesis, Exodus, Leviticus, Numbers and Deuteronomy. Take time this year to read the Torah and be refreshed in your body, mind, and spirit. I tell the story of a portion of the portion breaking it down into bite size pieces that you can swallow so that you can eat and be full but not too full. Save room for your personal self-discovery as you engage in Torah study. Subscribe to this show to receive a new show every week. Visit http://www.shirahchante.com/podcast for more inspiration.
Episodes
'Tis the Season of Gift Giving: Understanding Genesis 32-33
In this episode, relationship coach Shirah Chante discusses the importance of continual meditation on God's word. She explores the Torah portion from Genesis 32:4 to 36:43, focusing on Jacob's return to Canaan and his preparation to reunite with his brother Esau. Shirah emphasizes meditative prayer, recounts Jacob's strategic gift-giving to appease Esau,...
Sister Wars: Jacob's Journey and Familial Turmoil
In this episode of Perfect Body, a Torah Portion Afterthought Podcast, Shirah Chante delves into the Torah portion Vayeize covering Genesis chapters 28-32. After some brief updates about her streaming quality, Shirah Chante introduces the main topic of discussion: the dramatic narrative involving Jacob, his two wives Leah and Rachel, and their struggle with envy, love, and ferti...
Perfect Body Podcast: Following God's Word - The Story of Jacob and Esau
In this episode of the Perfect Body Podcast, Relationship Coach Shirah Chante discusses the Torah portion Toldot, which means generations. She talks about the biblical narrative of Isaac, Rebecca, and their twin sons, Esau and Jacob. Drawing on Genesis chapters 25-28, she explores themes of familial favoritism, the power of prayer, sibling rivalry, and mak...
Your Mate is Your Choice: Lessons from the Torah Portion The Life of Sarah
In this episode of the Perfect Body Podcast, host Shirah Chante, a relationship coach, discusses the Torah portion The Life of Sarah. The discussion talks about themes of burial and mate selection and personal choice in relationships as exemplified by the biblical stories of Abraham purchasing Sarah's burial site and seeking a wife for his son Isaac. Thr...
Perfect Body Podcast: A Prophet's Prayer and Miraculous Births in Genesis
In this episode of the Perfect Body Podcast, hosted by the relationship coach Shirah Chante, the focus is on exploring key Torah portions from the book of Genesis, chapters 18-22. She elaborates on the story of Abraham, Sarah, and the miraculous birth of Isaac, highlighting the power of faith and prayer. She also discusses the story of Abimelech and the s...
Go Forth: Embracing Your Divine Calling
In this episode, Shirah Chante, a relationship coach, shares insights from the Torah portion Lech-Lecha, which means Go Forth. She discusses her personal journey with scripture study and recounts transformative moments in her life, emphasizing the importance of following God's calling. She examines Genesis 12:1-4, where God calls Abram to leave his father's house and promises great b...
Sanctifying Family Members: Exploring Noah's Righteousness
In this episode of the Perfect Body Podcast, host Shirah Chante discusses the biblical story of Noah from the book of Genesis, focusing on the concept of 'Sanctifying Family Members'. Shirah Chante elucidates how Noah's righteousness saved his entire family from the great flood and draws parallels to the teachings of Apostle Paul in 1 Corinthians about th...
The Genesis of Relationships: Male and Female in God's Image
In this episode of the Perfect Body Podcast, Shirah Chante, who is a relationship coach, explores the Torah’s teachings on the creation of man and woman in Genesis. Reflecting on personal experiences and scriptural study. She discusses humans being created in the image of God and the significance of the male and female dynamic. Through reading and interpreting passag...
Be Strong and Courageous: Torah Study on Deuteronomy 31
In this episode of the Perfect Body Podcast, host Shirah Chante delves into Deuteronomy 31, focusing on the theme Be Strong and Courageous. She discusses Moses' final messages to the Israelites, God's promise to guide them, and the transition of leadership to Joshua. Shirah Chante emphasizes the importance of relying on God's presence, teaching children the fear ...
Choosing Life: A Torah Study on Deuteronomy's Teachings
In this episode of the Perfect Body Podcast, relationship coach Shirah Chante discusses the Nitzavim Torah portion, focusing on the book of Deuteronomy chapters 29:10 through 30. She stresses the significance of standing on the Word of God, the choice between life and death presented in the scriptures, and the importance of obeying God's commandments. Shirah Chante em...
Blessings and Curses: Understanding Deuteronomy's Teachings
In this episode of the Perfect Body Podcast, Shirah Chante, a relationship coach, delves into the Torah portion named Ki Tavo, which means when you enter. This episode examines the Israelites' journey from the wilderness to the promised land under Moses and soon to be Joshua's leadership. Shirah Chante discusses the blessings and curses articulated in Deutero...
Understanding Biblical Laws: Discipline and Morality
In this episode of Perfect Body Podcast, host Shirah Chante explores the Torah portion from Deuteronomy 21:10-25:19, focusing on laws related to discipline, rebellious behavior, sexual morality, divorce, and conflict resolution. Shirah Chante highlights the importance of early discipline, using biblical principles to guide parenting and societal norms. She provides examples from t...
Read the Bible Daily: The Key to Spiritual Growth and Humility
In this episode of the Perfect Body Podcast, Shirah Chante, Relationship Artist, explores the importance of daily Bible reading by diving into the Torah portion Shoftim which spans Deuteronomy 16:18 to 21:9. Shirah Chante emphasizes the spiritual benefits of reading the Bible daily, such as maintaining humility, gaining wisdom, and fostering generational blessings. She r...
The Blessing and the Curse: Insights from Deuteronomy
In this episode of the Perfect Body Podcast, Shirah Chante shares a divine message she received that inspired the podcast's theme song. She discusses the Torah portion Re'eh, found in Deuteronomy chapters 11-14, shedding light on God's commandments regarding blessings and curses, worship practices, clean and unclean foods, and the dangers of false prophets. With pe...
Understanding the Importance of the 10 Commandments
In this episode of the Perfect Body Podcast, Shirah Chante discusses the Torah portion known as Ekev, emphasizing the continued importance of the 10 Commandments for a fulfilling life. Through a study of Deuteronomy and the teachings of Jesus, Shirah Chante explains how God's commandments are foundational to truly living and not just existing. She reflects on her journey and e...
Understanding the Commandments: God's Will and Moses' Journey
In this episode of the Perfect Body Podcast, Shirah Chante discusses the Torah, focusing on Deuteronomy chapters 3-7. She highlights the importance of divine guidance and uses the biblical example of Moses and the rock to explain why it's crucial to always seek God's direction. The episode emphasizes the first three commandments and the significance of...
Taking the Journey: Fulfilling God's Promises
In this episode of Perfect Body Podcast, Shirah Chante, Relationship Artist, discusses the first Torah portion of Deuteronomy Devarm, which means Words. She reflects on her journey of studying the Torah and emphasizes the importance of moving beyond the mountaintop experiences in life. Drawing from the scriptures, Shirah Chante encourages listeners to act on God's promises, cit...
Understanding the Journey of the Israelites: Lessons from Matot-Masei
Shirah Chante discusses the final Torah portion of the Book of Numbers, focusing on the events leading up to the story of Matot-Masei. She reflects on God’s protection of the Israelites from curses, Phineas’ brave act to stop idolatry and fornication, and emphasizes God's vengeance against the Midianites for leading Israel into sin. Shirah Chante also encoura...
Zeal of the Lord: Understanding Phineas' Righteous Act
In this episode of the Perfect Body Podcast, Shirah Chante delves into the Torah portion of Numbers 25, focusing on the story of Phineas. She discusses the significance of Phineas' righteous act in stopping a plague by killing an Israelite man and a Midianite woman engaged in fornication and idolatry. The episode highlights the importance of zeal for the Lord, the diff...
Understanding Balaam's Access to God: Spiritual Warfare and Divine Protection
In this episode, Shirah Chante, Relationship Artist, explores the biblical story of Balaam, a diviner engaged by the ruler of Moab to curse God's people. Despite his evil actions, Balaam uniquely accesses God, prompting the speaker to delve into why God would allow this. Referencing Matthew 11:12, the discussion reveals the concept of spiritual ...
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