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Overview of Projects

Since the launch of Vine of David, we have already completed several projects. Check here to see what is completed and what is in the works.

 


Delitzsch (1)


The Delitzsch Hebrew Gospels 

PROJECT COMPLETED!

A Hebrew/English Translation of the Gospels

Vine of David is pleased to bring Delitzsch's classic Hebrew Gospels to today's Messianic Jewish movement combined with a new English translation based on the Delitzsch Hebrew.

The intuitive and beautiful design, exceptional and acclaimed translation, informative introductions, extensive glossaries, and insightful features make this edition of the Gospels truly unique.

Four unique editions of the Delitzsch Hebrew English Gospels have been completed and is now available for purchase.

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Messianic Commentaries (4)


Beth Tikkun Edition: Yechiel Tzvi Lichtenstein Acts Commentary

Delitzsch Hebrew Acts with fresh English translation and Rabbi Yechiel Tzvi Lichtenstein's commentary translated from the Hebrew.

 

Beth Tikkun Edition: Yechiel Tzvi Lichtenstein John Commentary

Delitzsch Hebrew John with fresh English translation and Rabbi Yechiel Tzvi Lichtenstein's commentary translated from the Hebrew.

 

Beth Tikkun Edition: Yechiel Tzvi Lichtenstein Mark-Luke Commentary

Delitzsch Hebrew Mark and Luke with fresh English translation and Rabbi Yechiel Tzvi Lichtenstein's commentary translated from the Hebrew.

 

Beth Tikkun Edition: Yechiel Tzvi Lichtenstein Matthew Commentary

Delitzsch Hebrew Matthew with fresh English translation and Rabbi Yechiel Tzvi Lichtenstein's commentary translated from the Hebrew.

 

 


Messianic Liturgical Resources (5)


Bloom, a TuBishvat Haggadah 

PROJECT COMPLETED!

Bloom, Vine of David's new Tu Bishvat Haggadah, is inspired by the story of the early pioneers of the modern State of Israel. This seder reflects upon the dreams of a Jewish national homeland in the Promised Land throughout the centuries and its culmination with Zionism in the nineteenth and twentieth centuries.

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We Thank You 

PROJECT COMPLETED!

The table blessings prayer book (Birkat Hamazon), We Thank You, offers a simple and innovative liturgy for disciples of Yeshua by weaving the ancient meal blessings of Judaism together with recently discovered prayers of the early believers.

The Audio Companion makes the traditional melodies available for both Hebrew and English readers and will cause your table to come alive with the joy of gratitude.

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Meal of Messiah 

PROJECT COMPLETED!

The Meal of Messiah is a seder-type resource for the final day of Passover, which commemorates the crossing of the Red Sea. Called Se'udat Mashiach, this less formal seder event focuses on the ultimate redemption and the messianic banquet that will take place in the future.

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Vine of David Haggadah 

PROJECT COMPLETED!

The Vine of David Haggadah is a new translation of the traditional Haggadah, containing the complete traditional seder in both English and Hebrew, with seamlessly integrated messianic passages.

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Vine of David Siddur

A complete weekday, and Sabbath siddur, with an elegant and stunning design. Hebrew and English will be presented on facing pages, with extensive footnotes and insightful Messianic commentary.

 

 


Messianic Luminaries Series (5)


Love and the Messianic Age 

PROJECT COMPLETED!

Paul P. Levertoff's classic Chasidic discourse on experiencing God with special emphasis on the revelation of love in the fourth Gospel.

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Love and the Messianic Age Commentary 

PROJECT COMPLETED!

A commentary on Levertoff's Chasidic discourse with explanations from Chasidic sources, Apostolic parallels, additional material from Levertoff, and essays on Chasidus.

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Avram Poljak: Bram. The Wisdom of Avram Poljak

A collection of devotional thoughts and insights from one of the pioneers of twentieth century Messianic Judaism in Israel.

 

Yechiel Tzvi Lichtenstein: True Faith Strengthened

Rabbi Lichtenstein's refutation of the popular anti-missionary handbook, "Faith Strengthened."

 

Paul Philip Levertoff: Religious Ideas of the Chasidim

Levertoff's Chasidic discourse on Jewish mysticism and its parallels to the Gospel.

 

 


Sect of the Nazarenes (1)


The Didache

The Teaching of the Lord Through the Twelve Apostles to the Gentiles

A fresh translation of the Didache with extensive commentary giving both historical insights and practical application. This important work will breathe new life into this Apostolic Age instruction manual for non-Jewish believers in Messiah.

 

Partner with Vine of David

Through Vine of David we want to create a vehicle through which the brilliant scholarship and unique perspectives of the Messianic pioneers can be transmitted to today's readers. Help us resurrect their voices! Find out more about legacy giving.

 

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Messianic Luminaries Project

Love and the Messianic Age is a Chasidic discourse from one of the pioneers of Messianic Judaism, crammed with stimulating thought and pervaded by real spiritual beauty, a mint of good things and solid learning.

Love and the Messianic Age Commentary explains the concepts used in the book and brings additional insights from the world of Jewish literature, and intriguing parallels from the Gospels and Epistles.

Purchase online from First Fruits of Zion or call toll-free 800-775-4807.