D.I.Y Torah Learning
1. ask MOSES
"Human Questions, Heavenly Answers!"
http://www.askmoses.com
Have an itching question? Embarrassed to ask in-person? Or just want to bug a Rabbi? Try chatting online with scholars around the world anytime of the day 24/6 (except Shabbat). That’s right, just like an IM chat! All the scholars are qualified, reliable and friendly.
Recommended for students of all levels.
2. Sinai Live
"Connect. Empower. Transform."
www.Sinailive.com
"The Place to Bring Questions" Sinai Live is the site for skeptics and soul-seekers alike. Have questions about G-d? What it means to be Jewish? Worried that you're not spiritual enough?
www.Sinailive.com
"The Place to Bring Questions" Sinai Live is the site for skeptics and soul-seekers alike. Have questions about G-d? What it means to be Jewish? Worried that you're not spiritual enough?
Bonus: Technologically adept website! All prerecorded films with professional set up. Learn with world renowned teachers!
Beginner students
3. WebYeshiva
http://webyeshiva.org
Improve your learning skills! One of the most innovative and useful web resources, created by the prestigious Brovender Yeshiva. Engage in live video conferences with other students!
WebYeshiva offers a variety of options to fit your schedule. Instructor highlights and underlines text as he guides you through it so that it's easy to follow. Raise your hand and ask questions
online. Receive immediate feedback! Fee based subscriptions apply.
Intermediate and Advanced students
4. Oneg.TV
"Live Spiritual Streaming. Enjoy Oneg!"
oneg.tv
Oneg broadcasts live from classes all over the world bringing the virtual experience to a new level. You can experience sitting in a class at Simchat Shlomo, Mayanot, Pardes and Midreshet B’erot Bat Ayin. With a number of different teachers from each yeshiva, you can get to know who is your favorite. Classes usually run for an hour or more but are always fascinating and easy to dive straight into.
Intermediate and Advanced students
5. Chabad.org
oneg.tv
Oneg broadcasts live from classes all over the world bringing the virtual experience to a new level. You can experience sitting in a class at Simchat Shlomo, Mayanot, Pardes and Midreshet B’erot Bat Ayin. With a number of different teachers from each yeshiva, you can get to know who is your favorite. Classes usually run for an hour or more but are always fascinating and easy to dive straight into.
Intermediate and Advanced students
5. Chabad.org
http://www.chabad.org
Whether you’re a Chabadnik or a Reformnik, you can’t deny that Chabad.org is one of the best designed and well organized Jewish websites! The site offers a huge wealth of material and is constantly updated. Includes essays on Jewish topics, Q&A’s, and a library of sources in addition to an all-encompassingly friendly and caring atmosphere.
Bonus: Be sure to subscribe to receive daily philosophical insights, called "The Daily Dose"
Also available: Great for checking the Jewish Calendar and Shabbat times around the world! Great resource for travellers!
Recommended for all levels.
Whether you’re a Chabadnik or a Reformnik, you can’t deny that Chabad.org is one of the best designed and well organized Jewish websites! The site offers a huge wealth of material and is constantly updated. Includes essays on Jewish topics, Q&A’s, and a library of sources in addition to an all-encompassingly friendly and caring atmosphere.
Bonus: Be sure to subscribe to receive daily philosophical insights, called "The Daily Dose"
Also available: Great for checking the Jewish Calendar and Shabbat times around the world! Great resource for travellers!
Recommended for all levels.
6. Nechama Leibovitz
"Pages" provided by the Jewish Agency for Israel
http://www.jafi.org.il/education/torani/NEHAMA/indexgil.html
Nechama Leibovitz (1905-1997) was recognized as one of the leading teachers of Torah in the twentieth century. This website displays her exegesis on the parsha, along with a study guide for further exploration beyond simple concepts. In it, Nechama immersively engages thought-provoking questions that arise from the weekly Torah portion.
Bonus: Vast knowledge of Torah with references to many commentators.
http://www.jafi.org.il/education/torani/NEHAMA/indexgil.html
Nechama Leibovitz (1905-1997) was recognized as one of the leading teachers of Torah in the twentieth century. This website displays her exegesis on the parsha, along with a study guide for further exploration beyond simple concepts. In it, Nechama immersively engages thought-provoking questions that arise from the weekly Torah portion.
Bonus: Vast knowledge of Torah with references to many commentators.
Recommended for intermediate students.
7. Rebshlomo.org
Shlomo Carlebach captivates thousands of Jews who have little knowledge of Judaism. A short read that's great for anytime, between classes or during a lunch break. Unlike most of the other websites, which require steady concentration, this is light and warm Torah.
Bonus: Highly captivating stories.
Recommended for all levels.
8. Vitrual Beit Midrash
"Your window into the Beit Midrash"
http://vbm-torah.org
To get beyond the basics, head into Virtual Beit Midrash. The name says it all, this is an online (and free!) yeshiva created by Yeshivat Har Etzion. You can pick and choose from the courses offered ranging in Tanakh, Talmud, Halakha and Philosophy. A structured curriculum will then be sent to your mailbox ready for you to study. The materials are mostly translated in English and easy to understand.
"Your window into the Beit Midrash"
http://vbm-torah.org
To get beyond the basics, head into Virtual Beit Midrash. The name says it all, this is an online (and free!) yeshiva created by Yeshivat Har Etzion. You can pick and choose from the courses offered ranging in Tanakh, Talmud, Halakha and Philosophy. A structured curriculum will then be sent to your mailbox ready for you to study. The materials are mostly translated in English and easy to understand.
Bonus: Torah lessons available as podcasts
Intermediate and advanced
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