Links to Torah Articles
Afterlife and Mashiach
Reincarnation and Jewish Tradition Yaakov Astor - E/I
Key terms used for afterlife, eg. olam habah/ mashiach/ resurrection, with an explanation from a Jewish perspective.
Unlimited Chances to Reincarnate? Yaakov Astor - E/I
If, through reincarnation, there are unlimited "chances" at life, doesn't this negate the necessity of living according to Torah commandments?" Yaakov Astor answers...
Which Body at Resurrection? Yaakov Astor - E
At the resurrection, if God is going to reunite body and soul, which body will the reincarnated soul inhabit? A short paragraph with an extract from the Zohar puts this in perspective.
Why Don't Jews Believe in Jesus? Rabbi Shraga Simmons
Clear, concrete, and factual reasons why Jews do not believe in Jesus.
Thinking the Unthinkable Yaakov Astor - E
An explanation of the practical benefits to daily life of thinking about the afterlife (an excerpt from "Soul Searching").
Additional Resources A
Advanced sources for research into afterlife.
On Longing for Deliverance Rabbi Shlomo Aviner - I
An essay addressing one of the 4 questions a person will be asked after death - "Did you long for deliverance?" and an explanation of what is inherent in that question
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