My guest Michael Benmelah – a spiritual mentor, real estate agent, and inspirational figure in the Jewish community, discusses his transformative journey from a traditional Jewish upbringing in Venezuela and Miami to becoming a profound spiritual teacher and meditation guide.

Michael shares his struggles, breakthroughs, and the evolution of his spirituality, including founding the influential Lighthouse Project, a hub for Torah learning, meditation, and higher consciousness.

This episode delves into Michael’s influential encounters with Rabbi Nachman's teachings, his connection to Rabbi Aryeh Kaplan's works, and his vision for combining traditional Jewish teachings with contemporary methods of meditation and healing.

Join the conversation to explore the intersections of faith, personal growth, and community transformation.

00:00 Introduction to Pure Podcast

00:31 Discovering Michael Ben Benmelah

01:31 Michael's Early Life and Jewish Upbringing

04:25 College Years and Spiritual Awakening

07:20 Journey into Torah and Kosher Living

12:42 Double Life in South Beach

17:58 Founding the Lighthouse Project

25:52 Expanding the Lighthouse Project

38:30 Discovering Holy Chutzpah

39:04 Finding a Rabbi and Spiritual Mentor

41:24 The Lighthouse Project Journey

42:22 Transition to Online Teaching During COVID

44:00 Introduction to Meditation and Higher Consciousness

46:21 The Elevation Project and Personal Growth

01:11:36 The Future of the Lighthouse Project