We are a community based in Woking and the surrounding area who meet weekly in groups to study scripture (Genesis to Revelation) from a Hebraic perspective and come together on Shabbat .
We follow primarily, but not exclusively, the Torah reading cycle and seek to understand and live it out.
People can join us either through a midweek group or on a Shabbat or both. You are welcome
This Week
Behar - Behukotai
בְּהַר
Torah Portion: Behar (“On the Mountain”) – Leviticus 25:1–26:2
Location of Revelation:
Begins with God speaking to Moses on Mount Sinai (Lev. 25:1).
Main Laws Introduced:
Sabbatical Year (Shemitah):
Every seventh year, the land must rest—no sowing or reaping.
Debts are released, and people are to rely on God’s provision.
Year of Jubilee (Yovel):
Every 50th year, liberty is proclaimed throughout the land.
Slaves are freed, and land is returned to original owners.
Emphasis on God’s ownership of the land.
Redemption Laws:
Rules for redeeming property and people sold into servitude.
Ensures economic justice and prevention of generational poverty.
Torah Portion: Bechukotai (“In My Statutes”) – Leviticus 26:3–27:34
Conditional Covenant:
Blessings if Israel hears and does God’s commandments.
Curses and punishments if they don't.
Promised Blessings for hearing and doing:
Rain in season, fruitful harvests, peace, and security.
God’s presence will dwell among the people.
Curses for not hearing and doing:
Disease, famine, defeat by enemies, exile, and desolation of the land.
A detailed and escalating list of punishments.
Final Chapter Topics:
Vows and Valuations:
Guidelines for pledging people, animals, or property to the sanctuary.
Tithes:
Rules for tithing produce and livestock.
Redemption of tithes involves adding a fifth to the value.