"Rav Shaanan is an inspired, exciting and amazingly knowledgable tour guide and teacher. His knowledge about Israel, its people and history makes a tour, even a virtual tour, come alive! I highly recommend him and his tours!"
- R.Avram Rothman, Rabbi of Aish Thornhill Community Shul
- R.Avram Rothman, Rabbi of Aish Thornhill Community Shul
Please view below some of the Virtual Israel Tours:
(A Virtual Tour is a multi media presentation that offers an interactive exploration of various topics related to the Land of Israel via Zoom)
(A Virtual Tour is a multi media presentation that offers an interactive exploration of various topics related to the Land of Israel via Zoom)
Virtual Tour of Jerusalem by Rabbi Shaanan Scherer. Listen to Rav Shaanan virtually guide you around the heart of the Jewish people.
BURIED TREASURES OF THE LAND OF ISRAEL: A Survey of Biblical Archaeology
This Virtual Israel Tour offers an introductory survey on the study of archaeology that relates to the Hebrew Bible. In this Virtual Tour you will learn about some of the major archaeologists in Israel, certain schools of thought in this field, how archaeology works and some of the most significant discoveries that match or challenge the Hebrew Bible. This is a must for anyone interested in understanding one of the most important fields of study in the monotheistic religions and the Land of Israel today.
This Virtual Israel Tour offers an introductory survey on the study of archaeology that relates to the Hebrew Bible. In this Virtual Tour you will learn about some of the major archaeologists in Israel, certain schools of thought in this field, how archaeology works and some of the most significant discoveries that match or challenge the Hebrew Bible. This is a must for anyone interested in understanding one of the most important fields of study in the monotheistic religions and the Land of Israel today.
VISITING GRAVES OF HOLY ONES IN ISRAEL: Of Pilgrimage, Myth and Tradition
This Virtual Israel Tour explores the phenomenon of Jewish pilgrimage to graves of Biblical personalities, great rabbis and tzaddikim in Israel and a few special ones outside the Holy Land. The tour discusses the origins of these kinds of pilgrimages in Judaism, it's relevance in religion, politics, and economics. We will verify some of the ancient graves while questioning others. This tour will impact the way one understands the many Jewish approaches to the afterlife.
This Virtual Israel Tour explores the phenomenon of Jewish pilgrimage to graves of Biblical personalities, great rabbis and tzaddikim in Israel and a few special ones outside the Holy Land. The tour discusses the origins of these kinds of pilgrimages in Judaism, it's relevance in religion, politics, and economics. We will verify some of the ancient graves while questioning others. This tour will impact the way one understands the many Jewish approaches to the afterlife.
STATE OF ISRAEL LAND OF BIBLICAL PROPHECY: A Look at the Modern State from the eyes of our Biblical Prophets
This Virtual Israel Tour discovers the miracle of the State of Israel. The accomplishments of the builders and leaders of the State of Israel are wondrous. What amazes so many is that many of the great success stories of the Jewish State can be pointed to in the writings of the great Jewish prophets thousands of years ago. This tour promises to be inspiring and will leave one with a new perspective on the Jewish State.
This Virtual Israel Tour discovers the miracle of the State of Israel. The accomplishments of the builders and leaders of the State of Israel are wondrous. What amazes so many is that many of the great success stories of the Jewish State can be pointed to in the writings of the great Jewish prophets thousands of years ago. This tour promises to be inspiring and will leave one with a new perspective on the Jewish State.
EXPLORING THE DEPTHS OF CHANUKAH
From Spinning the Dredel to Lighting the Menorah, a Look at The History, Archaeology and Customs of Chanukah
This Virtual Tour explores the various sites in the Land of Israel related to the story of Chanukah. Additionally, we look at the various customs of Chanukah and learn about their origins, authenticity, and meaning. This class is a great way to enhance one's Chanukah celebration.
From Spinning the Dredel to Lighting the Menorah, a Look at The History, Archaeology and Customs of Chanukah
This Virtual Tour explores the various sites in the Land of Israel related to the story of Chanukah. Additionally, we look at the various customs of Chanukah and learn about their origins, authenticity, and meaning. This class is a great way to enhance one's Chanukah celebration.
MEGILLAT ESTHER AND ARCHAEOLOGY: Finding the Hidden
This Virtual Israel Tour uncovers many hidden aspects about the Holiday of Purim. The History of this time period is extremely complicated as explained in the Talmud. As a result, the historian is left with many questions about the historical identities of some of the characters in Megilat Esther. There have been some significant archaeological discoveries that possibly shed light on some of the challenges that the traditions and history of Megilat Esther have towards each other. This tour is an excellent way to prepare for the Jewish holiday of Purim.
This Virtual Israel Tour uncovers many hidden aspects about the Holiday of Purim. The History of this time period is extremely complicated as explained in the Talmud. As a result, the historian is left with many questions about the historical identities of some of the characters in Megilat Esther. There have been some significant archaeological discoveries that possibly shed light on some of the challenges that the traditions and history of Megilat Esther have towards each other. This tour is an excellent way to prepare for the Jewish holiday of Purim.
1948: The Promised Year
This Virtual Israel Tour explores the pivotal year in Jewish History from an historical and religious perspective. During the 60 minute tour, we visit some of the key sites in Tel Aviv and other relevant areas where major events leading to Israel's independence occurred. In addition to the sites, we also meet some of the major heroes who contributed considerably to one of the greatest events that the Jewish people have experienced. The conclusion discusses several ideas of Religious Zionist leaders on the spiritual significance of May 14, 1948.
This Virtual Israel Tour explores the pivotal year in Jewish History from an historical and religious perspective. During the 60 minute tour, we visit some of the key sites in Tel Aviv and other relevant areas where major events leading to Israel's independence occurred. In addition to the sites, we also meet some of the major heroes who contributed considerably to one of the greatest events that the Jewish people have experienced. The conclusion discusses several ideas of Religious Zionist leaders on the spiritual significance of May 14, 1948.
