There have been quite a few false Messiahs throughout history — some with massive followings, others just small blips on the radar of Jewish history. Let’s go through some of the most notable ones and break down exactly how they failed the Mashiach Test.
or: If you prefer reading: https://substack.com/home/post/p-159267984?source=queue
Parshat Naso is the longest single parsha in the Torah, clocking in at 176 verses. That’s Torah’s way of saying, “Hey, you might want to take a long , serious and contemplative look at what you’re about to learn.”
Also on Substack: https://substack.com/home/post/p-165229596?source=queue
Ben sits down with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to discuss the state of the war amid ongoing negotiations with Hamas, the need for Israel’s self-sufficiency, and the strategic role of the U.S.–Israel alliance under President Trump’s leadership.
For those who prefer reading over watching a video:
Do Diaspora Jews Need a Sukkah?
https://shmusviews.blogspot.com/2025/10/sukkot-do-diaspora-jews-need-sukkah.html