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The idea of Torah coming from Zion is a reference to the Sanhedrin, the Supreme Court, which held court in the Temple. Generally, however, Zion refers to the city of Jerusalem, 6 (and is used in conjunction with Jerusalem), and the entire Land of …

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Jewish texts and source sheets about Zion from Torah, Talmud and other sources in Sefaria's library. Zion — in Hebrew, *Tzion* — is another name for Jerusalem in the Bible. It can also refer to the land of Israel. The term often highlights a spiritual connection between heaven and earth or a yearning for messianic redemption.

Zion (Tzion) is another name given for Jerusalem in the Bible, and it also can refer to the Jewish people or heaven itself. Zion is found most often in poetic references to Jerusalem, such as in the Book of Psalms. The deep emotional connection and longing for Zion is poignantly expressed through the imagery of weeping by the rivers of Babylon.

Many ministries have published lists of the Torah portions along with New Testament passages that correspond to each. First Fruits of Zion has an excellent one for the annual readings (there are many others) and Torah Resource has lists for both the annual and triennial readings.

The Hebrew word for Zion, Tzion (ציון), can be translated as “indication” or “marking.” The Lubavitcher Rebbe , Rabbi Menachem Mendel Schneerson, of righteous memory, explains that the Jewish people are called Tzion through their study of Jewish texts and fulfillment of G‑d’s commandments.

“From Zion — the perfection of beauty! - God has shined forth. ” (Psalm 50:2) What is this unique radiance of Zion? Rav Kook explained that this refers to the special quality of Torah in the Land of Israel. Scholars who live in Israel are able to connect to the Torah on a level that is impossible to attain outside of Israel.

This weekly guide to the Torah readings also includes the traditional Haftarah readings, as well as suggested readings from the B’rit Hadasha (New Covenant writings). This reading guide is courtesy of First Fruits of Zion , a Messianic Jewish ministry specializing in the study and teaching of Scripture from its historical, linguistic, and ...