JUDAISM’S DECLARATION OF FAITH – Shema Yisrael – What Does It Mean? – with Rabbi Michael Skobac
**What is the Shema — and why has it been the heartbeat of Jewish faith for more than 3,339 years?**
In this powerful and accessible lecture, Rabbi Michael Skobac explores the meaning of *Shema Yisrael* (“Hear O Israel”), Judaism’s foundational declaration of faith from Deuteronomy 6:4–9.
For generations, Jews have recited the Shema every morning and evening, taught it to their children, whispered it before sleep, and cried it out in moments of martyrdom and final breath. But the Shema is far more than a statement of monotheism.
What does it really mean when Judaism proclaims:
**“The L-rd is our God, the L-rd is One”?**
This lecture explores the deeper spiritual, theological, and practical meaning of the Shema, including its relevance not only for Jews, but also for Christians, seekers, Noahides, former believers of other religions, and anyone searching for Biblical truth.
## In this video you will learn:
* Why the Shema is Judaism’s central declaration of faith
* The deeper meaning behind “God is One”
* Why Jews cover their eyes while reciting the Shema
* The meaning of *Baruch Shem Kevod Malchuto L’olam Va’ed*
* What the *V’ahavta* teaches about loving God
* Why the Shema is connected to mezuzah and tefillin
* Why Jewish martyrs recited the Shema before death
* The spiritual significance of reciting Shema before sleep
* The connection between the Shema and accepting the Kingship of Heaven
* Why the Shema remains relevant in today’s world
Whether you are Jewish, Christian, a Noahide, spiritually curious, or reconnecting with your Jewish roots, this lecture offers profound insight into one of the most important passages in the Torah.
📖 Primary Biblical Text:
Deuteronomy 6:4–9
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ABOUT RABBI SKOBAC:
Rabbi Michael Skobac is the Director of Education and Counselling for Jews for Judaism. With decades of experience, he is a leading expert in Jewish-Christian dialogue and has helped thousands of people navigate complex theological questions about the Messiah, Bible, and faith
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