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Parsha in Plain English

by Hofesh Idea Lab

Each week, listen to a clear, modern English reading of the weekly Torah portion. No dense commentary—just the text and story brought to life in accessible language. Perfect for commuting, walking, cooking, or quiet study so you can absorb the story and its flow wherever you are.

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The Book of Jonah Audiobook Reading - Haftorah for Yom Kippur Afternoon

Welcome to Parsha in Plain English. This is the Book of Jonah, the haftarah read on Yom Kippur afternoon. We read of a prophet who fled, a great fish, a city that turned

Sep 13
6 min

Maftir Torah Reading for Rosh Hashana, Days 1and 2 Numbers 29:1-6

Welcome to Parsha in Plain English. This is the Maftir Torah reading for Rosh Hashanah, Day one and two: Numbers Chapter 29, verses 1 to 6. We read of the holy gathering

Sep 6
1 min

Torah Reading for Rosh Hashana, Day 2 Genesis 22:1-24

Welcome to Parsha in Plain English. This reading is for the second day of Rosh Hashanah: Genesis Chapter 22, verses 1-24. We read of the binding of Isaac, the test of Ab

Sep 6
3 min

Torah Reading for Rosh Hashana, Day 1 Genesis 21:1-34

Welcome to Parsha in Plain English. This reading is for the first day of Rosh Hashanah: Genesis Chapter 21, verses 1 to 34. On this day we read of the birth of Isaac, t

Sep 6
4 min

Psalms - Chapter 27

Welcome to Parsha in Plain English where we read Jewish texts to you, audiobook style. Please share and subscribe! Reading Psalm 27 during the month of Elul is a widespr

Aug 30
1 min

Welcome To Parsha in Plain English!

Welcome to Parsha in Plain English. I’m glad you’re here. This podcast is simple. Every week, you’ll hear a clear, modern English reading of the weekly Torah portion —

Aug 24
1 min

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