Welcome to MefarshAI!
MefarshAI is a weekly newsletter at the intersection of Torah and AI, offering a unique artifact each time for Shabbat reflection and discussion. Our team of explorers gathers weekly for a two-hour creative sprint—no preconceived output, just open-ended exploration—to showcase AI’s practical, far-reaching potential through a Torah lens. Each week, we invite a guest collaborator to guide our AI’s engagement with the parsha, sparking fresh insights along the way.
We’re thrilled to have you join us on this pioneering journey!
Who We Are
Dave Weinberg, Nate Fein, and Zevi Reinitz started MefarshAI with a deep love for Torah and an obsession with AI. Our goal is to create engaging, insightful, and accessible content that brings new dimensions, understanding, and appreciation to Torah study.
What to Expect
Every week, we will focus on a different Parsha (Torah portion), using AI to:
Analyze Texts: Break down complex verses and themes with precision.
Translate and Interpret: Provide translations and interpretations of lesser-known commentaries, particularly those of Nechama Leibowitz, renowned for her insightful Torah scholarship.
Create Engaging Content: Develop innovative formats such as reflective workbooks, animated explanations, and interactive discussions that make Torah study relevant and engaging for today’s audience.
Our First Project: Spiritual Roadmap
Our inaugural project was “AINTHOLOGY”, 60 pages of essays on the study of Parshat Shemot written as a scholarly journal. Our first post for this site is the "SPIRITUAL ROADMAP: FROM RELEASE TO PURPOSE", a reflective workbook based on Parshat Va’era (Exodus 6:2–9:35). Inspired by the profound teachings of Nechama Leibowitz, this workbook guides you through the four expressions of redemption—hotzeiti, hitzalti, ga’alti, lakachti—transforming physical release into a spiritual mission.
Why AI and Torah?
Enhanced Understanding: AI can process and analyze vast amounts of text, uncovering patterns and insights that might be overlooked.
Creative Presentation: Bringing Torah study into modern formats makes it more accessible and engaging for diverse audiences.
Personal Growth: Combining traditional teachings with reflective practices fosters deeper personal and spiritual development.
Join the Journey
By subscribing to MefarshAI, you’re not just receiving a newsletter—you’re becoming part of a community dedicated to enriching Torah study through innovation. Here’s what you can look forward to:
Weekly Insights: Fresh perspectives on each Parsha, blending classical scholarship with modern analysis.
Interactive Content: Opportunities to engage with the material through workbooks, discussions, and creative projects.
Community Engagement: Share your thoughts, reflections, and experiences with fellow subscribers to foster a collaborative learning environment.
Get Started
To kick things off, we invite you to dive into our first project, the "Spiritual Roadmap" workbook. Download your copy here and begin your journey from release to purpose, guided by the wisdom of Nechama Leibowitz and the power of AI.
Stay Connected
Follow us on Twitter, Instagram, and Facebook for updates, sneak peeks, and community discussions. We’re excited to embark on this journey with you and explore the endless possibilities where Torah and AI converge.
Thank you for joining us at MefarshAI. Together, let’s illuminate the path of Torah with the brilliance of technology!
With blessings and excitement,
Dave, Nate, and Zevi