Efraim Palvanov (Efraim Palvanov)

Why are the Chinese calendar and Jewish calendar nearly identical? What are the mysterious spiritual origins of Chinese and East Asian peoples according to the Torah? And what role might China and the Chinese Zodiac play in the End of Days?

Find out in this class where we unravel what really happened with the Tower of Babel, explore the Kuzari and Khazarian conspiracy theories, and learn about the symbolic significance of Chinese Zodiac animals in Judaism.

For Part 1 of this series on the Dragon and the Snake, see here:

• The Dragon, the Snake & the Messiah

For more on the Chinese Zodiac in Judaism, see here: https://www.mayimachronim.com/chinas-...

For more on Cosmic “Sabbaticals” and 7000 Year Cycles of Civilization: https://www.mayimachronim.com/cosmic-...

On the Khazars and the origins of Ashkenazi Jews, see here: https://www.mayimachronim.com/the-ori...

Where did all the water for the Great Flood come from, and is it scientifically possible? Was Noah’s Ark a simple wooden vessel, or something far more complex and of another dimension? What did the post-Flood generations really find in Shinar, and was their Tower of Babel some kind of space ship? Find out in this class where we also discuss the secrets of the Holy Tongue, the “Watchers” and Nephilim, ancient technology, and why it is that most cultures from around the world have similar myths and ancient legends. This class is based on the essay "Noah’s Ark and the Tower of Babel: Not What You Think!" in 'Garments of Light, Volume One', available here: https://www.lulu.com/shop/efraim-palv... More on the 32 Paths of Creation and secrets of the Hebrew Alphabet:    • Fundamentals of Kabbalah, Part 1: The...   Further Reading: Science and the Great Flood: https://www.mayimachronim.com/science... A brief bio of the Chida, Rabbi Chaim Yosef David Azulai: https://www.jewoftheweek.net/2013/04/... Anunaki - Giants and Aliens in the Torah: https://www.mayimachronim.com/anunaki...

What is the true definition of "Zionism"? When did the movement really begin, and why? Join us as we explore the suprising origins and hidden history of Zionism. Video of Hamas minister speaking about origins of Palestinians: https://www.memri.org/tv/hamas-minist... See also: Understanding the Arab-Israeli Conflict in 5 Easy Points: https://www.mayimachronim.com/israel/ A Secret History of Zionism: https://www.mayimachronim.com/a-secre... Kabbalah of Judaism’s Four Holy Cities: https://www.mayimachronim.com/kabbala... Kabbalah of Yom ha’Atzmaut: https://www.mayimachronim.com/the-kab..

What is the spiritual significance of the Twelve Tribes of Israel? Where did the notion of Ten Lost Tribes come from? Do the Lost Tribes exist somewhere today? What really happened to the ancient Israelites?

Find out in this class where we also explore the "Apocalypse of Ezra", the ancient history of Jerusalem, the strange case of David Reubeni, and when exactly "Judaism" became a religion.

For a written summary with sources and lots more information, please see here: https://www.mayimachronim.com/the-per...

For the stones, symbols, and flags of the Tribes of Israel, see here:

https://www.mayimachronim.com/the-sto...

For the videos on Astrology in Judaism, see here:

• Astrology & Astronomy in Judaism

For the essay ‘Purim: the First Jewish Holiday’, see Volume One of ‘Garments of Light’, available here: https://www.lulu.com/shop/efraim-palv...

What is the significance of the alignment of the last night of Chanukah with the first day of 2025? What does it have to do with the upcoming Chinese Year of the Snake? And how is it all connected to the new Hebrew month of Tevet and the Talmudic tractate of Sanhedrin? Find out in this fascinating class as we prepare for what promises to be a monumental 2025 ahead. Also: Why was the Zohar revealed to the world in the year 1290? Which verses in Tanakh prophetically allude to the year 2025? What is the significance of the letters on the dreidel? And what happened when Alexander the Great presided over a lawsuit against the Jews?

1. For more on the 24 Biblical Ornaments of a Bride, see here: ⁠https://www.mayimachronim.com/the-24-ornaments-of-a-bride-and-tikkun-leil-shavuot/⁠
2. For more on 'Secrets of the Jewish Calendar', see here: ⁠https://www.mayimachronim.com/secrets-of-the-jewish-calendar/⁠
3. See also ‘The Dragon, the Snake & the Messiah’: https://open.spotify.com/episode/48IxcvmIYlRc9mwVV154JW?si=DLffOTBJRiW7nvdYGHGeAQ
4. And ‘Chinese Zodiac in Judaism’: https://open.spotify.com/episode/1PBENXoQdb52eVOGRyGJLJ?si=muPVzAn4QaGYP263tqHPig

Who was the real Jacob and what was his true destiny? What is the link between Esau and King David? Why did Jacob buy Esau’s birthright, and trick him out of their father’s blessing? What was so special about Leah? With whom did Jacob wrestle, and why was he renamed “Israel”? Join us as we answer these and other enigmatic questions from the Book of Genesis. For a written summary, sources, and more information, please see here: https://www.mayimachronim.com/what-it... For more on the connection between Esau and King David, see here: https://www.mayimachronim.com/esau-da... See also ‘With Whom did Jacob Wrestle?’ and 'The Untold Story of Napoleon and the Jews' in ‘Garments of Light’, available here: https://www.lulu.com/shop/efraim-palv...

Does the first chapter of Genesis secretly allude to the major events in the history of mankind? How do the Six Days of Creation parallel the past six thousand years of human civilization? Find out in this class where we review the key developments of history through the lens of Torah, Talmud, and Kabbalah, and take a peek into what’s to come in the long-awaited seventh millennium. Also: does AI have anything to do with the forthcoming Messianic Age? For more on the Sefirot and 'Fundamentals of Kabbalah', see here: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list... For the specific colours associated with the Sefirot, see here: https://www.mayimachronim.com/colours... For 'Astrology and Astronomy in Judaism', see here: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list...

Are we living in a digital simulation? Might the Torah and ancient Jewish texts support this notion? And how might it help solve many Biblical puzzles? Find out in this mind-boggling class where we also explore quantum physics and the observer effect, multiverses, the Big Bang, the mystery of sleep, AI and virtual reality, and: could the world be flat? For more on Kabbalah & Quantum Physics, see here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0QEn8maKRb8&t=0s

For more on the multiverse in Judaism, see here: https://www.mayimachronim.com/superheroes-in-judaism-the-first-multiverse/ For more on the notion of Cosmic Jubilees and the cycle of civilizations: https://www.mayimachronim.com/cosmic-shemittot/ See also ‘Is Your Brain a Quantum Computer?’ https://www.mayimachronim.com/is-your-brain-a-quantum-computer-a-scientific-explanation-for-the-soul-and-afterlife/

In the concluding installment of the series, we address some final big questions like: Can Noahides pray from a siddur? Put on tefillin? Recite berakhot? Are Noahides obligated in honouring parents? Giving charity? And how can the Noahide Laws help to usher in the Final Redemption? Plus: the spiritual origins of Noahides according to the Arizal, transgenics and GMOs, and the greatest sign that we are already in the End of Days.

For the complete chart of 30 Noahide Laws with sources, see here: https://www.mayimachronim.com/noahidelaws/

On ‘Will There Be Sacrifices in the Third Temple?’ see here: https://www.mayimachronim.com/will-there-be-sacrifices-in-the-third-temple/

On ‘What’s the Ideal Number of Children to Have?’ see here: https://www.mayimachronim.com/whats-the-ideal-number-of-children-to-have/

In this class, we address the two biggest claims of Talmud critics: Is the Talmud racist, and does it really preach lewd behaviours? Find out what the Talmud really says about gentiles and mankind, about marriage and family life. For part one of this series, see ‘Understanding the Talmud’:    • Understanding the Talmud   For more on ‘Did Moses Have a Black Wife?’ see here: https://www.mayimachronim.com/did-mos... Background photo is of Semei Kakungulu, the Jewish king of Uganda. Learn more about his fascinating story here: https://www.jewoftheweek.net/2014/11/...

Where do we find reincarnation in the Bible? How many times might a person reincarnate? And how does reincarnation fit into the greater picture of the afterlife, the world of resurrection, and what happens to a soul after death? Also: does Judaism subscribe to the notion of an eternal hell?

Find out in this class as we dive into Biblical reincarnation and answer the big questions about the transmigration of souls and the afterlife.

For a written summary and more information, see here: https://www.mayimachronim.com/everything-you-wanted-to-know-about-reincarnation-in-judaism/

See also, ‘An Honest Look at Death and Afterlife’: https://www.mayimachronim.com/an-honest-look-at-death-and-the-afterlife/

On the ‘Origins and Kabbalah of Kaddish’: https://www.mayimachronim.com/the-origins-and-kabbalah-of-kaddish/

Join us as we embark on a journey exploring the Sifrei Hitzonim (“Apocrypha”), the ancient texts that were deliberately suppressed and excluded from the Tanakh (“Hebrew Bible”). In this first part of the series, we explore who wrote the Tanakh, how it was compiled, and what criteria were used in its canonization. We also take a look at why some Biblical books almost didn’t make the cut. Along the way, we discuss whether the Book of Daniel is truly prophetic or not, why some sought to “cancel” the Book of Ezekiel, the surprising apocryphal Book of Esther, and why Shir haShirim (King Solomon’s Song of Songs) is so graphic and explicit. For the class on the four Sages who ascended to Heaven and saw Metatron, see here:    • The Four Who Ascended to Heaven   For a class on the secret of chashmal, the “electricity” of the Divine Chariot, see here:    • Chanukah's Electrifying Secret   For more on the translation of the Tanakh into Greek and why it was tragic: https://www.mayimachronim.com/the-for... For more on the Dome of the Rock and the Foundation Stone: https://www.mayimachronim.com/the-mys...

An in-depth analysis of the three major sects of Judaism at the end of the Second Temple era, and how Judaism as we know it came about. Included is a discussion of the Dead Sea Scrolls and the surprising origins of the Talmudic Sages. For the class on the Essenes, the Hebrew Calendar, and the Book of Jubilees, see here:    • Shavuot and the Book of Jubilees   Further Reading: 'The Mystery and Mysticism of the Essenes': https://www.mayimachronim.com/the-mys... On Herod and 'How Esau Became Rome': https://www.mayimachronim.com/how-esa... 'Who Was the First Rabbi?': https://www.mayimachronim.com/who-was...

What really happened to Enoch when God "took him"? Who is the mysterious angel Metatron? And why did Rabbi Elisha ben Avuya become a heretic after seeing him in Heaven? Find out in this class, where we also compare the three Books of Enoch, discuss Azazel and the Watchers, and uncover the true identity of the Biblical "Son of Man". Also: who was the teacher of Moses and how did Joseph know 70 languages? For lots more on the Four Who Entered Pardes and a different interpretation of Elisha's vision of Metatron, see here:    • The Four Who Ascended to Heaven   Please see also ‘Who is Metatron?’ here: https://www.mayimachronim.com/who-is-... For part one of the series on the Apocrypha, see here:    • Apocrypha #1: Understanding Tanakh   For the class on the Watchers and the Book of Jubilees:    • The Watchers & the Book of Jubilees  

What do we know about the mysterious ancient Israelite tribes of Issachar and Zevulun? What is Zevulun’s connection to the Seven Heavens, and what exactly happens in each of those realms? What is the identity of the ‘hilazon’ that was used to make the holy blue dye techelet, and how did Zevulun produce it? How do we properly understand the famous teaching of Zevulun financing the scholarship of Issachar? Plus, eye-opening stories from my recent trip to Israel.

For the class on the Tribe of Ephraim, see here: https://open.spotify.com/episode/3nIMhQhbenz2SdTiQP0XiP?si=wFzYZv5zR8u6pj1vQgSBew

See also ‘The Secret Power of Tzitzit’ and ‘Why Physical Labour is a Spiritual Necessity’ in Volume Two of Garments of Light, available here: https://www.lulu.com/shop/efraim-palvanov/garments-of-light-70-illuminating-essays-on-the-weekly-torah-portion-and-holidays-volume-2/paperback/product-kjy5wv.html?page=1&pageSize=4

In this class, we explore the esoteric knowledge of King Solomon encoded in his three books: Ecclesiastes, Proverbs, and Song of Songs. Along the way, we answer big questions like: What is the Seal of Solomon? Why did King Solomon take on hundreds of wives and what did he conclude about marriage? What scientific knowledge did Solomon uncover? What are the 50 Gates of Understanding? Plus: the great secret behind El Shaddai, the mystical reason for the exile of the Jewish people, and incredible revelations from the ancient mystical text Sefer haTemunah.

For more on the Seal of Solomon and the Star of David, see here: https://www.mayimachronim.com/secrets-of-the-star-of-david/

See also ‘Things You Didn’t Know About King Solomon’ here: https://www.mayimachronim.com/things-you-didnt-about-king-solomon/

For more on Sheddu and Cherubs, see ‘The Guardian Angels and Hybrid Beasts Known as Cherubs’ in the second volume of ‘Garments of Light’, available here: https://www.lulu.com/shop/efraim-palvanov/garments-of-light-70-illuminating-essays-on-the-weekly-torah-portion-and-holidays-volume-2/paperback/product-kjy5wv.html

What is the significance of Egyptian obelisks erected in major capital cities around the world? Who was Zepho, grandson of Esau, and what is his connection to Rome and Edom? How did the myth of Vulcan originate in an earlier Biblical figure? And what does the Soviet Union have to do with it all? Find out in this class as we continue our exploration of Edom and its eye-opening relation to current global events. Plus: Was Christopher Columbus Jewish? Is there a Star of David in the US Great Seal? And is there an “Illuminati” pyramid with all-seeing eye in the Israeli Supreme Court? For ‘The Secret, Secret Story of Stalin’s Purim Death’ see here: https://www.mayimachronim.com/the-secret-secret-story-of-stalins-purim-death/

1. For Part 1 of this series, click here: https://open.spotify.com/episode/71MhKAxfwei7oebi8mskm7?si=85rcmYQRT86-JuUBIt_x3g
2. For Part 2, click here: https://open.spotify.com/episode/61MhwYp78ER1eo8HuP0xGQ?si=buvC28IDQP2iEkgw0uko7A
3. For Part 3, click here: https://open.spotify.com/episode/2GJd7mFCyYvLwYJXCq7fwh?si=TIZ9ug5VSWiaEUKaph2Aeg

Who was the Biblical Ephraim and why did he merit to become the most powerful tribe in ancient Israel? Find out in this class as we take a journey through Ephraim’s past, present, and future. Along the way, we uncover the fascinating stories of the great Ephraimite Judges and Kings of the Holy Land (including Joshua, Deborah, and Samuel) and explore who might be the descendants of the Ephraimites today. Plus: Why does the Tanakh connect Ephraim to Amalek? Is the Messiah supposed to be a Judean or an Ephraimite (or both)? And has the prophecy of Ezekiel 37 been fulfilled in our days?

See also ‘The Truth About the Lost Tribes of Israel’: https://open.spotify.com/episode/7kze1WoikFOSwQQmJvC5JO?si=riffQ6FQQsiJOUbATTkANA

For more on the spiritual significance of iron, see ‘Israel and the Iron Age’: https://www.mayimachronim.com/israel-and-the-iron-age/

See also ‘When Jews and Greeks Were Brothers’: https://www.mayimachronim.com/when-jews-and-greeks-were-brothers-the-untold-story-of-chanukah/

Who is the mysterious “Gog” of Ezekiel’s Gog & Magog prophecy? Does he have a connection to the Lost Tribes of Israel? Did the prophet Obadiah foresee October 7 and recent global events? What might Putin, Trump, and Obama have to do with it? And why is Mashiach described as hailing from Edom? Find out in this final installment of the “Understanding Edom” series. Plus: What are the true origins of Ashkenazi and Sephardi Jews? Who were the “Canaanite Jews” and the Khazars? And what will happen at the Mount of Olives at the End of Days? See also ‘Ovadiah’s Vision of October 7’: https://www.mayimachronim.com/ovadiah... For more on the Tribes of Israel and their corresponding colours and symbols, see here: https://www.mayimachronim.com/the-sto... For more on the Khazars and origins of Ashkenazi Jews: https://www.mayimachronim.com/the-ori... For Mashiach’s Ancestry, see here: https://www.mayimachronim.com/mashiac... For Parts 1 to 4 of this series, see here:    • Understanding Edom  

Did the ancient Jewish Sages prophesy the Russia-Ukraine War? What does the coming of Mashiach have to do with it? An eye-opening talk on the intertwined history of Rome, Moscow, Kyiv, and the Jewish people. Further Reading: The Surprising Story of Russia, Ukraine, and the Jews: https://www.mayimachronim.com/the-sur... When is Mashiach Coming? https://www.mayimachronim.com/when-is... The Origins of Ashkenazi Jews: https://www.mayimachronim.com/the-ori... The Perplexing History of the Ten Lost Tribes: https://www.mayimachronim.com/the-per...

Biblical texts speak of a new star appearing in the night sky to herald the coming of the Messiah. Scientists predict that such a “star” may indeed appear later this year – could it be the long-awaited “Star of Jacob”? And how does this tie in with other ancient prophecies about the End of Days, and major events happening around the globe today?

For the original class on the End of Days from 2021, please see here:    • Are We in the "End of Days"?  

For the ‘Third Rome’ series, please see here: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/efraimpalvanov/episodes/Third-Rome-2-Russia--Iran--and-Gog-uMagog-e2g8ji6

For the article on the significance of the solar year, please see ‘The Kabbalah of Solar’ here: https://www.mayimachronim.com/the-kabbalah-of-solar/

What might the upcoming total solar eclipse on April 8, 2024 mean for the world? What is the spiritual significance of solar and lunar eclipses? And how do we reconcile the notion that eclipses are signs from Heaven with the scientific understanding that eclipses are natural and easily predictable long in advance? Find out in this class, where we also explore the symbolism of sun and moon in Judaism, the mysterious Antikythera Mechanism, the numerological meaning of the number 30, and conclude with the little-known prophecies of the Biblical Joel - and what they might have to do with what’s going in in Israel and the world today. For more on ‘The Kabbalah of Solar’, see here: https://www.mayimachronim.com/the-kab... For more on reciting blessings on natural phenomena, see here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=B6SGb... And for a free handy PDF ‘blessings companion’, download here: https://www.mayimachronim.com/sdm_dow... For more on the ‘Star of Jacob’ prophecy: https://youtu.be/varN-f3byVs

What are the “Noahide Laws” and where do they come from? Are there just seven, or are they actually more numerous? And what do they have to do with the End of Days and ushering in the Messianic Age? Find out in this class where we begin our journey into the ancient Noahide Laws. Along the way, we explore the 620 Pillars of Light at the start of Creation, the ten types of witchcraft, and answer big questions like: are Noahides obligated to get married? Pray? Give charity? Learn Torah?

See also 'Gentiles Becoming Jews' here: https://www.mayimachronim.com/gentiles-becoming-jews/

For more on the prohibitions of witchcraft and sorcery, see here: https://www.mayimachronim.com/witches-and-wizards-in-the-torah/

Who were some of the greatest leaders and figures from the ancient Israelite tribes of Issachar and Zevulun? What were the ten special things created by God on the eve of the first Sabbath? And what is the mysterious shamir “worm” that was used to cut stones for Jerusalem’s Temple? Plus, who did the Biblical Issachar reincarnate in? Where did Jonah come from? And who exactly are the Druze? For Part 1 of this class, see here: https://open.spotify.com/episode/5HarD301jmatWdctPrlJoZ?si=cKX3sbszQae9IlbW674vVA

For lots more on the Shamir worm, see here: https://www.mayimachronim.com/mystery-of-the-shamir/

For Rabbi Akiva’s last five teachings to Rashbi, see here: https://www.mayimachronim.com/when-rashbi-threatened-rabbi-akiva/

For more on the origins of Kaddish, see here: https://www.mayimachronim.com/the-origins-and-kabbalah-of-kaddish/

How did Christianity emerge, and why did it split from Judaism to become a religion of its own? In this class we explore the true origins of Christianity, and explain the Jewish position on Jesus. Also discussed is the purpose of Christianity in world history, and some rabbinic perspectives on the religion. Further Reading: 'Joshua and the Origins of Christianity': https://www.mayimachronim.com/yehoshu... 'How Esau Became Rome': https://www.mayimachronim.com/how-esa... 'When is Mashiach Coming' https://www.mayimachronim.com/when-is... 'The Other Bilaam': https://www.mayimachronim.com/the-oth...

Are there cases of time travel in the Torah and ancient Jewish texts? Is it possible that Adam, Enoch, and Moses were able to traverse the universe using faster-than-light technology? And how do we deal with apparent chronological contradictions in the Torah? Find out in this fascinating class, where we also uncover the true meaning of God's Ineffable Name, propose a theory for how Adam was able to live 930 years, and calculate the speed of God's divine "chariots". For a written summary and lots more information (including the time travel of Eliyahu briefly mentioned in the class), please see here: https://www.mayimachronim.com/time-tr... For more on Block Universe Theory and Judaism, see ‘Time, Gravity, and Free Will’ here: https://www.mayimachronim.com/time-gr... See also ‘How Did Adam Live 930 Years?’: https://www.mayimachronim.com/how-did...

What does the Talmud really mean when it mentions a dying messiah? Why did Maimonides completely ignore this Talmud when codifying Jewish law? And did the death of Jesus have anything to do with the subsequent destruction of the Jerusalem Temple?

Find out in this class as we continue to explore the ancient sources about Mashiach ben Yosef. Plus: who are the 15 ancient souls that return to help Mashiach? What did King Solomon say about the Torah of Mashiach? And who is the mysterious Rabbi Dosa?

For Part 1 of the series, see here:

• Understanding Mashiach ben Yosef

For more on Judaism vs. Christianity, see here:

• Judaism vs. Christianity

This class is based on a set of essays in the recently-published third volume of 'Garments of Light', available on Amazon and here: https://www.lulu.com/spotlight/efraimpalvanov

Revealing the hidden wisdom in one of the most mystical ancient texts, the Book of Esther. Along the way, we explore the Seven Prophetess of Israel, the Ten Sefirot, the mysterious “Erev Rav”, and Esther’s incredible prophecy of the Nuremberg Trials. Plus: why is the number three so important in Judaism, and what is the deeper meaning behind the triangle and the Star of David? For the previous class on ‘King Solomon’s Kabbalah’, see here: https://open.spotify.com/episode/6gd2Gg9O6C0xrjydUgmFqA?si=Z_FyZzM-Tp2qgHd1l6sVPg

For more ‘Secrets of Purim’, see here: https://open.spotify.com/episode/7ej2Y6ue0qPsV2rJFQBLe7?si=TAJAu8UITbW6-mAH2kDsng

For the Zohar's Heavenly Academies, as well as ‘When and Why Was the Zohar Published?’ see the third volume of ‘Garments of Light’, available on Amazon and here: https://www.lulu.com/shop/efraim-palvanov/garments-of-light-70-illuminating-essays-on-the-weekly-torah-portion-and-holidays-volume-3/paperback/product-9557mdw.html?q=palvanov&page=1&pageSize=4

For lots more on the Erev Rav, see here: https://www.mayimachronim.com/israels-greatest-enemy-the-erev-rav/

For a written summary and overview, see here: https://www.mayimachronim.com/a-mystical-peek-into-megillat-esther/

What is the significance of recent seismic events in Syria and Damascus? What might we expect for the region in light of ancient prophecies? Find out in this class as we explore Damascus in Scriptural and mystical texts. Also: What is the etymology of the name “Jerusalem”? Who was the mysterious Melchizedek? And what is Zedekiah’s Cave? For the entire playlist on the "Star of Jacob" prophecy, see here:    • Star of Jacob Prophecy  

For the essay on ‘End of Days Secrets from Rabbi Shimon bar Yochai’, see here: https://www.mayimachronim.com/end-of-days-secrets-from-rabbi-shimon-bar-yochai/

Do Torah teachings and scientific findings really contradict, or can they be reconciled? In Part 1, we explore the Big Bang and the age of the universe through the lens of Torah and Judaism to discover that, in fact, there is no contradiction at all between ancient wisdom and modern discoveries. Topics discussed include cosmology and Genesis, time dilation, the Lorentz transformation, cosmic microwave background radiation, cosmic cycles of time, the formation of Earth and the solar system, as well as the work of Rabbi Aryeh Kaplan and Dr. Gerald Schroeder. (This talk is partly based on chapters 1 and 55 of 'Garments of Light'. Get the book here: https://www.lulu.com/en/us/shop/efrai...) For a written summary, see: https://www.mayimachronim.com/torah-o...

In the final installment of the series, we put all the ancient sources together to present one clear and coherent view of Mashiach ben Yosef, solving the puzzle of one or two messiahs, and laying down the true sequence of events to expect at the End of Days. Along the way, we explore Ezekiel’s Vision of the Dry Bones, the meaning of resurrection in Judaism, and the fascinating symbolism of the Phoenix in mythical and mystical sources.

For Part 1 of this series, see here

For Part 2 of this series, see here

For more on Russia, Iran, and the ‘Third Rome’, see here

This class is based on a set of essays in the recently-published third volume of 'Garments of Light', available on Amazon and here.

What is Kabbalah? Learn the fundamentals of Jewish mysticism and ancient secrets of Creation, with practical tips for daily life! Topics discussed include Genesis 1, Sefer Yetzirah, the Ten Sefirot, 32 Paths of Wisdom, the Hebrew alphabet, and decoding your spiritual personality. *Please note that on the slides showing the 32 Paths breakdown, corresponding to Genesis (from 10:09 to 11:55), the second line should say "Vaya'as", not "Vayivra". The corrected slides are available to view here: https://docs.google.com/presentation/... To learn more, visit www.MayimAchronim.com

Why did Islam emerge in 7th-century Arabia and what role did Jews play in its early history? How does Judaism view Islam today? And what are the similarities and differences between the two religions? Find out in this class where we also explore the Jewish wives and advisors of Muhammad, if a Jew is allowed to pray in a mosque, and an incredible prophecy about the role of Ishmael at the End of Days. For the class on ‘Judaism vs. Christianity’, please see here:    • Judaism vs. Christianity   Understanding the Arab-Israeli Conflict in 5 Easy Points (also includes a video about the true location of Al-Aqsa): https://www.mayimachronim.com/israel/ On the Arab-Jewish kings Abu Kariba and Dhu Nawas: https://www.jewoftheweek.net/2012/01/... On Rayhana and Safiyya, the Jewish wives of Muhammad: https://www.jewoftheweek.net/2014/10/... Please see also ‘How the Torah Alluded to Christianity and Islam’ in 'Garments of Light, Volume Two', which also has an in-depth exploration of the proper pronunciations of the Hebrew alphabet, book available here: https://www.lulu.com/shop/efraim-palv... Regarding black and blue colours in ancient texts:    • Why The Ancient Greeks Couldn't See Blue   For the paper on ‘Muhammad, the Jews, and the Composition of the Qur’an: Sacred History and Counter-History’ see here: https://pdfs.semanticscholar.org/f37f...

Where was the original Tomb of Joseph, and the burial place of Moses? What’s so special about the Tomb of Rachel and the Cave of the Patriarchs? And what is the correct approach to visiting the graves of holy people? Find out in this class as we take a trip through Tanakh, Talmud, and Zohar to explore the graves of tzadikim. Plus: What are the true origins of Halloween? How will the Resurrection of the Dead at the End of Days be accomplished? And who was the Biblical Caleb in a past life?

For more on the origins of Halloween, see here: https://www.mayimachronim.com/should-jews-celebrate-halloween/

For the essay on Joseph and Yuya, see here: https://www.mayimachronim.com/yosef-and-yuya-does-archaeological-evidence-prove-the-biblical-narrative-of-joseph/

Please see also ‘The Incredible History & Absurd Politics of Rachel’s Tomb': https://www.mayimachronim.com/the-incredible-history-and-absurd-politics-of-rachels-tomb/

What are the origins of the four holiest cities in Israel? What is the deeper mystical meaning behind them? How do they correspond to the Heavens, the primordial elements, and the fundamental forces of the universe? Find out in this eye-opening class as we explore the inner dimensions of Jerusalem, Hebron, Safed, and Tiberias. Plus: what and where is the immortal city of Luz? What is its connection to the mysterious pineal gland? How did God create Eve? And what can we do to bring about the Final Redemption? For a written summary and more information on the holy cities, see here:https://www.mayimachronim.com/kabbalah-of-judaisms-four-holy-cities/

For more on the history of purchasing the Holy Land:https://www.mayimachronim.com/the-worlds-most-legitimate-state/

For more on the techelet blue dye:https://www.mayimachronim.com/what-is-tekhelet/

Who is Mashiach ben Yosef? What is the true origin of the Mashiach ben Yosef idea, and where can it be found in the Torah? What are the four prophesied stages in the era of Mashiach ben Yosef at the End of Days? And what does it have to do with recent events in the Holy Land?

Find out in this class where we embark on an in-depth exploration of Mashiach ben Yosef from the most ancient Biblical texts through the Talmud, Midrash, Zohar, Arizal, and the mysterious Kol haTor.

Also: Why are Christians called “Notzrim” in Hebrew? And what role might Christians play in the forthcoming Redemption? When is the “Ingathering of the Exiles” stage complete, and what exactly are the “birth pangs of the Messiah”?

This class is based on a set of essays in the recently-published third volume of 'Garments of Light', available on Amazon and here: https://www.lulu.com/shop/efraim-palvanov/garments-of-light-70-illuminating-essays-on-the-weekly-torah-portion-and-holidays-volume-3/paperback/product-9557mdw.html?page=1&pageSize=4

As we continue exploring the Jewish conception of the afterlife, we uncover where exactly is “Gehinnom” and what is “Abadon”? We address the great theodicy question: why do good and innocent people suffer? Can a person experience “Hell on Earth”? And what does reincarnation have to do with it? Plus: which iteration of a person will resurrect at the End of Days? And why is it that people do not remember their past lives? For Part 1 of this series, see here: https://youtu.be/DEnrgqDeG4M See also ‘Perspectives on Hell’: https://www.mayimachronim.com/perspectives-on-hell/ And ‘Understanding Resurrection of the Dead’: https://www.mayimachronim.com/understanding-resurrection-of-the-dead/

Continuing our journey into the Apocrypha, we explore the mysterious books of Ben Sira and the Maccabees. Along the way, we uncover what really happened with King Ptolemy and the 72 Sages who produced the Septuagint, where the name of the continent “Africa” came from, the origin of the ancient holiday called Yom Nicanor, and the true identity of the first rabbi, Shimon haTzadik. Also: did Adam have a wife named Lilith? And does the Greek language bear any holiness? For part one of this series, see here:    • Apocrypha #1: Understanding Tanakh   For the article mentioned about the identity of Shimon haTzadik: https://www.mayimachronim.com/who-was... For more on “When Jews and Greek were Brothers”, see here: https://www.mayimachronim.com/when-je...

In the second installment of the series, we address the big questions: Can Noahides keep Shabbat? Can Noahides learn Talmud and Zohar? Have a mezuzah on their door? And why do we say there are “seven” Noahide Laws if there are actually thirty? Plus: What is a Ger Toshav and is it equivalent to a Noahide? What is the right way to learn and master Torah? And understanding Rabbi Meir, the “potential Mashiach” of his generation. For Part 1 of the series, see here: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/efraimpalvanov/episodes/The-30-Noahide-Laws--Part-1-e2n5sik On the rapidly growing movement of Noahides and Jewish converts, see here: https://www.mayimachronim.com/gentiles-becoming-jews/

How did Christianity become its own religion distinct from Judaism? Why did “Edom” come to be associated with the Christian world in rabbinic texts? Who was the real, historical Jesus, and what was his spiritual connection to Esau? Find out in this class as we take a deep dive into the evolution of the Roman Empire and the Catholic Church, and explore what the prophet Malachi said about “replacement theology” and God’s eternal covenant with Israel.

For Part 1 of this series, see here: https://open.spotify.com/episode/71MhKAxfwei7oebi8mskm7?si=sHzTHHhVTrSK-fa31xV-Gg

For Part 2, see here: https://open.spotify.com/episode/61MhwYp78ER1eo8HuP0xGQ?si=Sio8chqYSZC7msz76OVOMQ

For more on the Joshua-Jesus blueprint, see ‘Yehoshua and the Origins of Christianity’: https://www.mayimachronim.com/yehoshua-and-the-origins-of-christianity/

What might we expect from Donald Trump in his second presidency and does he have anything to do with Esau and Edom in Biblical prophecies? How did Edom become associated with the Roman Empire to begin with? What does King Herod have to do with it, and why is he reviled by Jews and Christians alike? And why does Isaiah call King Cyrus of Persia “the messiah”? Also: Understanding antisemitic conspiracy theories, and is the Rothschild family related to Edom? Plus, who is the mysterious Biblical figure Obed-Edom the Gittite? And what is the secret of the Western Wall?

For more information, see 'How Esau Became Rome': https://www.mayimachronim.com/how-esau-became-rome/

For the series of short essays on the Rothschilds, see here: https://www.jewoftheweek.net/2017/11/01/jew-of-the-week-mayer-amschel-rothschild/

For more on the Rothschilds and the State of Israel, see here: https://www.mayimachronim.com/the-worlds-most-legitimate-state/

In this third part of the series, we discuss the mathematical nature of our "fine-tuned" universe and, similarly, the mathematical nature of the Torah. Topics include the Fibonacci sequence and golden ratio, the fine-structure constant (137), the axial precession and constellations (the meaning of Serpentarius/Ophiuchus), the basics of gematria (Jewish numerology, with specific examples), God's fingerprints in Creation, the Garden of Eden, and secrets from the Book of Esther and Purim. To learn more, visit www.MayimAchronim.com

How did events in the Russian Empire launch two transformative Jewish movements that changed the world? What role has Russia (particularly the KGB) played in the early years of the State of Israel, and the ongoing Arab-Israeli conflict? And what does it all have to do with ancient prophecies of Magog, Edom, and the "Third Rome"? Find out in this class where we conclude the "Third Rome" trilogy! For Part 1, see here:    • Third Rome: Russia, Ukraine, and Mash...   For Part 2, see here:    • Third Rome #2: Russia, Iran, and Gog ...   For more on 'Stalin's Purim Death': https://www.mayimachronim.com/the-sec... For a 'Secret History of Zionism': https://www.mayimachronim.com/a-secre... To understand the Arab-Israeli conflict in 5 easy points: https://www.mayimachronim.com/israel/ For more on the evolution of Hasidism: https://www.kotzkblog.com/2023/01/415...

A deep dive into the eye-opening ancient Book of Jubilees. Along the way, we unravel the story of Enoch and the mysterious “Watchers” and fallen angels in the pre-Flood generations, the difference between Nephilim and Anakim, how Jubilees envisions the End of Days, and what really happened with Adam and Eve in the Garden of Eden. Also discussed: Who is Azazel? How did Cain die? What were the 7 things God created on the First Day? And how did Canaan come to settle the Holy Land? For the class on Noah’s Ark and the Tower of Babel:    • Noah's Ark and the Tower of Babel: No...   For lots more information on Nephilim and Anakim, please see here: https://www.mayimachronim.com/anunaki... For more on Jubilees, see here: https://www.mayimachronim.com/eye-ope... For Part One of this series on the Apocrypha, see here:    • Apocrypha #1: Understanding Tanakh   Part Two of the series:    • Apocrypha #2: Ben Sira & Maccabees  

In this concluding installment of the series, we explore the intriguing mechanisms of reincarnation and look at specific examples from Cain and Abel, Moses and Jethro, Balaam, Terach, Job, Deborah, Tamar, and others. Also, can a male soul reincarnate in a female body, or vice versa? And how many total souls are meant to exist across all time? Plus: What is a dybbuk and does Judaism have a notion of “exorcism”? Who did Cain and Abel marry? And did God make other humans besides Adam and Eve? For Part 1 of this series, see here: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/joeswila7/episodes/Reincarnation-in-Judaism-e2k147a For Part 2, see here: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/joeswila7/episodes/Reincarnation-in-Judaism--Part-2-e2kbbgl For the class on 'Feminism & the Curses of Eve' see here: https://youtu.be/fcvaxoXKSt0?si=pXfN-... See also 'Do Men Have More Mitzvot Than Woman?': https://www.mayimachronim.com/do-men-...

Continuing the eye-opening series on the “Erev Rav” with an exploration of the five types of Erev Rav, and how they manifest in the world around us today. Plus, the secret of the letter Hei added to Abraham’s name, the parameters of “lashon hara”, the Zohar’s “dogs of Yom Kippur”, and comments on concubines, cults, and cabals.

For Part 1 in this series, click here: https://open.spotify.com/episode/0ToCvW2IFedE8iXBruuWn0?si=LsMY4OX1QI2fm3039W7O1g

See also ‘Bringing Mashiach Today’: https://open.spotify.com/episode/1hEWshtMiP2GelG0RkRGui?si=09weRsNpS-uj2rcyE3QLpg

Resources mentioned in the video: On the Star of Jacob prophecy and ‘Will Mashiach Come This Year?’: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/efraimpalvanov/episodes/Will-Mashiach-Come-This-Year-e2oovnr

The series on ‘Third Rome’: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/efraimpalvanov/episodes/Third-Rome-2-Russia--Iran--and-Gog-uMagog-e2g8ji6

On Kapparot: https://www.mayimachronim.com/why-you-really-really-shouldnt-do-kapparot-even-with-money/

On Portraits of Rabbis: https://www.mayimachronim.com/the-second-and-fifth-commandments/

Garments of Light, Volume Three, available here: https://www.lulu.com/shop/efraim-palvanov/garments-of-light-70-illuminating-essays-on-the-weekly-torah-portion-and-holidays-volume-3

It is often said today that Muslim-Jewish relations were always good before Zionism and the State of Israel, and that Jews and Muslims historically lived in peace. Is this notion true? Find out in this class, as we dive into an eye-opening letter written by the great philosopher Maimonides to the Jews of Yemen in the 12th century, uncover what Islam really preaches about Jews, and conclude with an incredible prophecy from the Zohar that has come true right before our eyes in recent years. For a previous class on 'Judaism vs. Islam', see here:    • Judaism vs. Islam   See also 'The Hidden History of Zionism':    • Hidden History of Zionism   For more on Saddam Hussein and the Significance of Babylon, see here: https://www.mayimachronim.com/the-sig... For the class on 'Will Mashiach Come This Year?' see here:    • Will Mashiach Come This Year?  

For the series on the ‘Third Rome’, see here: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/efraimpalvanov/episodes/Third-Rome-2-Russia--Iran--and-Gog-uMagog-e2g8ji6

For the series on Mashiach ben Yosef, see here: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/efraimpalvanov/episodes/Understanding-Mashiach-ben-Yosef-e2ilvu2

See also ‘The Incredible Story of Serach bat Asher’ in Volume One of Garments of Light, available here: https://www.lulu.com/shop/efraim-palvanov/garments-of-light-70-illuminating-essays-on-the-weekly-torah-portion-and-holidays/paperback/product-1wryq9vn.html?page=1&pageSize=4

What was the deeper purpose behind the Ten Plagues in ancient Egypt and how did they parallel the Ten Utterances of Creation? How do these correspond to the ten items of the Passover seder? And how do the 14 steps of the Passover seder parallel the 14 key steps of Creation?

Find out in this eye-opening class where we also explore the paschal offering and the Temple Mount, how Hillel rose to the presidency of the Sanhedrin, plus the great mystery behind consuming the karpas vegetable – and what does it have to do with the soul of Mashiach?

On the issue of ascending the Temple Mount today, see here: https://www.mayimachronim.com/ascendi...

For more on Shabbat haGadol, see here: https://www.mayimachronim.com/a-new-t...

In this second part, we discuss the concept of the mystical "Shattering of the Vessels", and how that informs the spiritual purpose of our lives. Take a deeper look at God's process of Creation, explore the anatomy of your soul, and find out the true meaning of "tikkun olam". Topics discussed include Genesis 1, Tzimtzum, the Partzufim, the five levels of soul, the various dimensions of reality, and the nature of the "primordial man". To learn more, visit www.MayimAchronim.com

What role did music play in Creation? And what is the song of Mashiach? Which instruments did King David play? Find out in this class where we explore the mystical power of music, the divine octave, the musical notes of the Torah, and much more. Also discussed: where did the Breslover Hasidic “Na Nach” concept come from? Can a Jew listen to the church music of Bach? And what is the significance of the number 91? This class is based on the essays ‘Kabbalah of Music and the Piano’ and ‘Listening to Non-Jewish Music’ from the newly-released third volume of 'Garments of Light', available here: https://www.lulu.com/shop/efraim-palv...

Who is the Erev Rav, the “Mixed Multitude”, first mentioned in Exodus? How do they return and manifest in every generation? And why are they locked in a cosmic battle with Moses that spans all of human history? Find out in this class as we being to explore the mysterious and dangerous Erev Rav phenomenon, and what we can do to defeat this ideology—which the Zohar says is a necessary precursor to the Final Redemption and the forthcoming Messianic Age. For a written summary and lots more information, see here: https://www.mayimachronim.com/israels-greatest-enemy-the-erev-rav/

For the previous class that explored the Erev Rav’s connection to the Tree of Knowledge, see ‘Queen Esther’s Kabbalah’ here: https://open.spotify.com/episode/4KoLSSJkt70HDxPBdHmxCe?si=h1bHotGXRKeChvzOqVNRZA

For more on the “quantum brain” theory and a scientific explanation for reincarnation, see here: https://www.mayimachronim.com/is-your-brain-a-quantum-computer-a-scientific-explanation-for-the-soul-and-afterlife/

Kundalini, Kukulkan, Leviathan, and Nachash: Why do cultures and religions from all over the world use similar serpentine imagery? What is so special about the snake symbol and how does it tie into spiritual elevation and enlightenment? And what does it have to do with Mashiach and the End of Days?

Find out in this class where we explore the origins of the mystical snake from the first verses of Genesis, and see how it manifests in the cosmos, the constellations, and the current war in Gaza.

For more on the Ophiuchus constellation, see ‘Mashiach and the Mysterious 13th Zodiac Sign’: https://www.mayimachronim.com/mashiac...

For the class on dinosaurs and evolution, see here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=doEXh...

For more on Kundalini in Judaism, see ‘Judaism vs. Hinduism’ here: https://youtu.be/rWRwLaOKAF0

What is the true origin and purpose of the Talmud? How do we properly understand some of its seemingly bizarre statements? Find out as we explore the most misunderstood ancient religious text in the world. See also: Things You Didn’t Know About the Talmud: https://www.mayimachronim.com/things-... An Honest Look at the Talmud: https://www.mayimachronim.com/an-hone...

Do Torah teachings and scientific findings really contradict, or can they be reconciled? In Part 2, we explore the controversial (and sensitive) topics of evolution and the origins of life. We look at some of the evidence for and against evolution, before concluding with one possible way of reconciling ancient Torah wisdom with modern science. Topics discussed include natural selection and artificial selection, the "primordial soup", the fossil record, microevolution and macroevolution. We also address the classic problem of the seemingly repetitive creations of Adam in the first two chapters of Genesis. We explore the views of great biologists like Carl Woese, Francis Crick, Joshua Lederberg, and Francis Collins, including the notion of theistic evolution. Links to things mentioned in the video: The Jewish scientists who discovered antibiotics: https://www.jewoftheweek.net/2015/10/... The improbable calculations behind the origins of life: https://www.aish.com/ci/sam/64069232....The OZY article on Jeremy England, "the next Darwin": https://www.ozy.com/the-new-and-the-n...The previous video where we discuss science, numerology, and the fine-tuned universe:    • Fundamentals of Kabbalah, Part 3: *Please note that the quote "If you equate the probability of the birth of a bacteria cell to chance assembly of its atoms, eternity will not suffice to produce one...” is actually from Nobel Prize-winning biochemist Christian de Duve, not from Stephen Jay Gould! For more information, visit www.mayimachronim.com

What is the deeper mystical meaning of the Purim festival? Is a Jew really required to get drunk on the holiday? And why does the Tanakh describe Mashiach as being able to judge by “smelling”? Find out in this class where we take a plunge into the science and Kabbalah of Purim. Also: what really happened when the Talmudic sage Rava “killed” Rabbi Zeira on Purim? What is the deeper reason for dressing up in costumes? And what was the real name of Mordechai? For how the ten chapters of Esther correspond to the Ten Sefirot, see here: https://www.mayimachronim.com/a-mysti... For a detailed exploration of the “Four Who Entered Pardes”, see here: https://youtu.be/tK9u0v3bC0A For a written summary of this class, see ‘When Rava “Killed” Rabbi Zeira’ here: https://www.mayimachronim.com/that-pu...

Who exactly was the Biblical Esau, and how did he become “Edom”? What are the true origins of Amalek, the “eternal enemy” of Israel? Why is Edom associated with Rome and the Western world? And what is the role of Edom in the End of Days and the Messianic Age? Find out in this thrilling class as we begin a new series on the complex and controversial world of Esau and Edom. Also discussed: Baphomet and pagan symbolism in Hollywood and the music industry, a possible hidden Scriptural reference to Elon Musk, and Biblical blueprints for today’s conflict in the Middle East.

For more information, see ‘How Esau Became Rome’ here: https://www.mayimachronim.com/how-esau-became-rome/

For the book on Mayim Achronim, ‘Secrets of the Last Waters’: https://www.lulu.com/shop/efraim-palvanov/secrets-of-the-last-waters-mayim-achronim-chova/paperback/product-1wvgrrrq.html

See also the class on 'The Real Meaning of Israel' here: https://creators.spotify.com/pod/show/efraimpalvanov/episodes/The-Real-Meaning-of-Israel-e2fvh8q

What really happened with David and Batsheba? Did David sin, or were the couple true soulmates destined to be together since Creation? And what does it all have to do with Adam and Eve, the Forbidden Fruit, and the forthcoming Messianic Age? Find out in this class, where we also explore the mechanics of soulmates, the origins of Lilith, the battle with Goliath, and conclude with a fascinating Zohar passage where the angel Dumah, the “warden” of Gehinnom, argues with God and attempts to incriminate King David.

What will happen in the final war of "Gog and Magog" at the End of Days? Who are "Gog" and "Magog" and do they have any connection to Russia and Iran? Did the ancient prophets predict a nuclear war? And what does it all have to do with the holiday of Sukkot? In this class, we explore the events of Gog u'Magog from the perspective of three prophets: Ezekiel, Zechariah, and Bilaam (in the Zohar), together with the surprisingly accurate predictions of the Vilna Gaon. Also discussed are the angelic "Heavenly princes" of the nations, the little-known intertwined histories of Russia and Iran, and the possible connection to 9/11. See Part 1 (Third Rome: Russia, Ukraine, and Mashiach) here:    • Third Rome: Russia, Ukraine, and Mash...   Further Reading: Who was the Vilna Gaon? https://www.jewoftheweek.net/2011/10/... Understanding the Arab-Israeli Conflict in 5 Easy Points: https://www.mayimachronim.com/israel/ Did Bilaam Prophesize 9/11? https://www.mayimachronim.com/did-bil... More on the incredible life of "Persian Kingmaker" Ebrahim Shirazi: https://www.jewoftheweek.net/2022/10/...

Do Torah teachings and scientific findings really contradict, or can they be reconciled? In Part 3, we explore the very nature of reality and the building blocks of the universe. We also look at a possible scientific theory for the soul and the afterlife. Topics discussed include wave-particle duality, the "observer effect", string theory, quantum entanglement, the placebo effect, the true meaning of emunah ("faith") and the Jewish mystical view of Creation. The video excerpt on the "quantum brain" comes from 'Through the Wormhole with Morgan Freeman', Season 2. You can purchase and access the full episode here: https://www.amazon.com/Morgan-Freeman...The Fundamentals of Kabbalah series mentioned at the start of the video can be seen here:    • Fundamentals of Kabbalah, Part 1: For a written summary of the quantum theory for the soul and afterlife, see here: https://www.mayimachronim.com/is-your... For more on quantum physics in the Torah, read 'Red Cow: Quantum Physics in the Torah' in Garments of Light, Volume Two: https://www.lulu.com/en/us/shop/efrai...For more information, visit www.mayimachronim.com