When searching for a Torah there were an abundance of options. So I did what I have learned to do and go to my Father in Prayer. Within no time I was lead to The Stone Edition Chumash. I loving have referred to this on the Bible Study as The Blue Stone Torah, you know …because it’s a beautiful deep Stone Blue color.

I have been using this Chumash for about five years. I love the photos in the back of the books and the charts, and the graphs..oooo my.

I love the commentary by so many of the great Sages of Blessed memory, which I use to assist in my learning and teachings. But, I also love this Chumash; for me makes it very easy to look up listed quotes, references, or sources.

I suggest this Chumash for those who chose to have set times study for Torah learning daily.

In my opinion this Torah Chumash is perfect for Shabbat afternoons that will quickly lead into to evening study sessions.

Why?

It has been my personal experience… the 10 or 15 minute assumed study with this Chumash can quickly turn into…oh it’s dinner time already. #thankyouHaShem

What I like for beginners to Tanakh and Torah:

In my opinion a great beginner authentic Jewish Bible is the Tanakh JPS or beginner Torah is The Living Torah by Rabbi Aryeh Kaplan. Both of these in my opinion can be use as an easier transition for those who are returning to Judaism from man made religion or beliefs that did not start out with a True Torah foundation. The JPS, I believe is very easy to read and doesn’t not too much Jewish terminology for those who are unfamiliar with Hebrew or a Jewish thought. And The Living Torah, has commentary as well as easy to read text.. that is also not too difficult of a start for those just learning Torah or how to read a more advance Chumash. I do suggest reading the introduction and explanation how to read the Tanakh and Living Torah that is at the beginning of the books to help aid and assist the newer readers.

What I like to use on a daily to increase in Torah:

My current reading for study and fun Tanakh is The Stone Edition Tanach -[Student Size Black] – Anytime, I can get a pocket or student size book I consider myself in for the win!

I travel often or am on the move for daily task or events, as am sure most of us are. It can often be difficult to carry a large book to squeeze in some reading in between lines or waiting times or let’s be honest trying to avoid unpleasant conversations or people.

I decided a while ago instead of mindlessly scrolling on a phone or dealing with unpleasant types people, or lessoning to lashon hara….., I would carry a book with me or ear buds to listen to an educational or religious podcast.

For me carrying a book in my bag or head phones in my belly pack, is a lot easier when in a smaller frame.

Truth be told this Black Stone Tanakh, for me, is far too beautiful to carry around day after day out in town. I would hate to, G-D forbid lose it or have it get ruined…. so I keep it at home. That being said… I do enjoy reading the commentary and translations especially during Shabbos.

How do I do this?

I am glad you asked…

I ensure I have my Stone Edition Tanakh and other boooks ready for my Shabbos reading joyful peaceful far far far away land (in my ind)….are placed ahead of time on my study the table next to my reading chair ready for me to read every Shabbos.

AHHHHHHH! (as I sip coffee or tea. )

An awesome and inviting update: while searching for the hyper link I saw that there is a pocket size paper back edition?!? What!!!!!!!!!! I am saying and not saying this might get added to my cart very very soon.

What I like e-reading:

Sefaria.org

Chabad.org

What I like seeing and listening: I do my best to not watch secular t.v. or shows. In addition to wanting to be more aware and guarded of my mind, I find that guarding my eyes and ears really gives me more Peace and Ease. In doing my best to avoid unclean or impure shows…. I have been blessed to be lead and guided to what I believe are wonderful Jewish sources. I am sharing with others in case others are searching for more WHOLY and Jewish viewing and learning online. I pray others enjoy and check them out.

Beyond Orthodox Conversion to Judaism

Rivka Malka Perlman

frum it up

Sonya’s Prep

Chabad.org videos

Jewish History Podcast

Henry Abramson

Torah Anytime

Jewish Learning Institute

Rabbi Laredo

TeNaK Talk (TaNaCh)

What I like Jewish Children Listening and Learning: I love love love the sources below not only for clean viewing for children, but also they are useful for homeschooling or educational programs while on a drive or waiting room for example. I do hope others enjoy and check out the list below.

Shazak

Torah Live

Torah Time

Shaboom!

BimBam

Afternoon with Mimi

Jewish Bedtime Stories

Rabbi B

PRAYER, the offering of petition, confession, adoration or thanksgiving to God.

In the Bible

The concept of prayer is based on the conviction that God exists, hears, and answers (Ps. 65:3; cf. 115:3–7) – that He is a personal deity. In a sense it is a corollary of the biblical concept that man was created “in the image of God” (Gen. 1:26–27), which implies, inter alia, fellowship with God (see *Man, Nature of). Although prayer has an intellectual base, it is essentially emotional in character. It is an expression of man’s quest for the Divine and his longing to unburden his soul before God (Ps. 42:2–3 [1–2]; 62:9[8]). Hence prayer takes many forms: petition, expostulation, confession, meditation, recollection (anamnesis), thanksgiving, praise, adoration, and intercession. For the purpose of classification, “praise” is distinguished from “prayer” in the narrower, supplicatory sense, and “ejaculatory” from formal, “liturgical” prayer. But the source is the same; in its irresistible outpouring, the human heart merges all categories in an indivisible “I-Thou” relationship. Thus prayer and praise may intermingle (I Sam. 2:1–10) and supplication and thanksgiving follow in close succession (Ps. 13:1–5, 6). Indeed many scriptural passages might be called “para-prayers” – they seem to hover between discourse and entreaty (Ex. 3:1–12), meditation and petition (Jer. 20:7ff.), or expostulation and entreaty (Job, passim). It has been estimated (Koehler-Baumgartner) that there are 85 prayers in the Bible, apart from 60 complete psalms and 14 parts of psalms that can be so termed; five psalms are specifically called prayers (Ps. 17, 86, 90, 102, 142). But such liturgical statistics depend on the definition given to prayer.

What Calendar Candle Lighting and Holidays Sources I like:

Jewish Holidays Hebcal

My Jewish Learning .com

Chabad.org

Learn Hebrew in 6 weeks

I use learn Hebrew in 6 weeks. I love the program soooo much and it has helped me and the hoped the student groups learn; I just bought all the readers. Yes, all! The best this is the videos are on youtube to help to assist and I have mm her personally and @MiikoShaffier is so kind and approachable. I honest can’t get enough. I bought a Kindle just to be able to practice while traveling.

Hebrew by Inbal

I love watching and learning Hebrew by Inbal. I follower her both on IG and Youtube. I have long believed learning another language to music helps aide the process and makes the whole process more fun. Well, guess what you’ll find on Hebrew by Inbal Youtube Channel….yes! Music videos with the transliteration of Hebrew into English!

Color me happy and learning Hebrew with song!

Transliterated Books and Siddurim:

Where I get Jewish books for children:

My go to site to find used books is Thriftbooks.com . To find Jewish books, I type in Jewish books for children or a specific topic like: Jewish Holidays for Children or Jewish Living or Jewish History ….and poof… a ton of titles pop up. I load my cart and wait for that wonderful delivery or books that will no doubt lead to wonderful family moments learning and growing in Judaism with our children. #thankyouHaShem!

I have been using this site for years and I’m sure have saved greatly. If others use the link provided it helps us buy more books to study, review, and or share! Plus, there are other discounts for teachers and homeschoolers; so check it out.

Of course I love…. Artscroll! I can not even say how much I love this site! I subscribed to the email list for this site and I happily get updates on titles. and deals every week. I enjoy being able to share the titles and research books and or course purchase! I fully admit I have been getting some practice in self control since discovering this site.

If I had a my way… that entire Artscroll library would be in my Spanish Castle, next to a beautiful river, on rich land green (like a peaceful meadow), just far enough from a city to visit family and friends and shops, but far enough away to not be interrupted reading.

PJ Library About: PJ Library sends free Jewish children’s books to families across the world every month. We know that something magical happens when parents sit down together to read with their children.

I love PJLibrary, for some sweet and easy reading with children. One can select which books to order, read reviews, and after reading submit their reviews. I think it’s fun learning all around!