The Mystery of Creation
Why Did Hashem Create Man When He Lacks Absolutely Nothing? THE QUESTION of why Hashem created the world, despite His...
Haïm Israël Mpodol
Rabbi Haïm Israël Mpodol is a Cameroonian rabbi, community leader, and tribal chief from the Nyon-Ekele region. A graduate of one of the prestigious yeshivot in Jerusalem, he serves as the spiritual leader of the Beth Goshen Jewish Community in Cameroon, a congregation of Bantu Israelites dedicated to Torah learning and cultural heritage. A kabbalist and man of deep wisdom, Rabbi Mpodol opens his doors to the underprivileged, guiding them through Torah study while promoting dignity, compassion, and spiritual growth.
Alongside his rabbinic responsibilities, he is a business law specialist, human resources manager, and anthropological researcher, with expertise in Bantu history, oral lineage transmission, and the cultural traditions of the Bassa tribe. His work bridges Jewish identity and African heritage, strengthening the spiritual and historical foundations of emerging Jewish communities across the continent.
Spotlight: Cameroon Bantu Israelites of Beth Goshen
CAMEROON is a true patchwork of cultures, a country which has, despite all odds, maintained peace and security inside its...
What Does “Kosher” Mean?
The word "kosher" comes from the Hebrew כָּשֵׁר (kasher), which literally means "fit," "valid," or "compliant." In Judaism, this term...
HANUKKAH: The Hidden Light That Illuminates the Soul and the World.
Hanukkah is often considered the celebration of the Maccabees’ victory over the Greeks and the miracle of the oil that...
What is Judaism?
Judaism presents itself not simply as a religion but as a complete way of life encompassing the thought, ethics, spirituality,...
Why Jews Do Not Believe in Jesus as the Messiah
THE QUESTION of why Jews do not acknowledge Jesus as the Messiah is one that has shaped centuries of dialogue...
