Noach 5777

Torah Portion:  Genesis 6:9–11:32

Haftarah Portion:  Isaiah 54:1–55:5

New Testament Portion:  Luke 17:26-27, Hebrews 11:5-7, 1Peter 3:20, 2Peter 2:5, 3:9-14

This week as I pondered the assigned Scripture and Ray Gardner’s rich and detailed  study notes , a few thoughts came to mind.

“Noah walked with God.” This phrase is used only for one other person in Scripture–Noah’s great-grandfather Enoch, the one who lived 365 years “and he was not, for God took him.” (Gen. 5:24)  Scripture emphasizes Enoch’s righteousness by TWICE stating “Enoch walked with God.” [Gen. 5:22,24). The name Enoch means “dedicated, initiated, trained.”  In Hebrew, to “walk” [halak הלך Strong’s H1980]  means much more than to put one foot in front of the other and shuffle along. Rather, it is a euphemism for a manner of thought and, therefore, a manner of life. It is a life view or paradigm and, also, hints at one’s ability to influence.

B’resheet by Ray Gardner

Last year I was introduced to an amazing set of notes harvested by years of study by Ray Gardner of Charleston, SC.  Ray has graciously granted permission for me to post the complete set of his studies; but, unfortunately, due to technical difficulties and lack of time to sort it out this week, at this point I am able to only publish the links which can be found on Pete Rambo’s blog.  While we attempt to resolve this, please use these links for B’resheet and Noach to access a virtual feast!  Enjoy and be blessed in Yeshua’s name!

Shabbat shalom!