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The book The Divine Code explains the details of the Noahide Code, as the guide to observing G-d's Will for mankind, revealed from Mt. Sinai in the Torah of Moses. It is the English translation of "Sheva Mitzvot Hashem" by Rabbi Mose Weiner of Jerusalem. Published by Ask Noah International http://www.asknoah.org

Background
G-d gave the first six commandments to Adam and Eve, the first human beings. After the flood, these commandments were repeated to Noah, and a seventh commandment was added. At Mount Sinai, G-d taught the essentials of Torah Law through Moses, and this is called the Oral Torah. Included in this are the details of G-d’s directive that all Gentiles are to observe their Noahide Laws. These details, as G-d specified them to Moses, are the true foundation of the Torah’s universal Noahide Code.

7 Commandments
1. Establish Courts 2. No Idolotry 3. No Blasphemy 4. No Murder or Injury 5. No Forbidden Relations 6. No Theft 7. No Eating Meat Taken from a Live Animal

Book Contents
1. Fundamentals of the Faith (9 chapters) 2. The Prohibition of Idolatry (12 chapters) 3. The Prohibition of Blasphemy (4 chapters) 4. The Prohibition of Eating Meat that was Separated from a Living Animal (9 chapters) 5. The Prohibition of Murder and Injury (9 chapters) 6. The Prohibition of Forbidden Relations (7 chapters) 7-A. The Prohibition of Theft (Part A) (6 chapters)

Approbation by Rabbi Zalman Nehemiah Goldberg
(free translation) Kislev 13, 5767 / November 23, 20'07 Behold, I am compelled to speak in praise of the great living scholar, the Rabbi Ha’Ga’on Rabbi Moshe Weiner (may he live for many long and good days), and in praise of his book ["Sheva Mitzvot HaShem], a “Shulhan Aruh L’Bnei Noah,” which is an elucidation of the Torah Laws of the Seven Commandments for the Children of Noah. He truly showed greatness in his clear explanations and Torah-law rulings in matters that were not discussed at length or elucidated in breadth in the works of the Rabbinical authorities. Therefore I give my appreciation to the above Rabbi who put out such a book into the world. And for the love of the holy words, I have added comments in a few places. Let us pray to G-d that “the earth will be as filled with knowledge of G-d as water covering the sea bed [Isaiah 11:9],” and “all will form a single band to carry out the will of G-d, blessed be He.”[1]Amen.

Rabbi Zalman Nehemiah Goldberg Supreme Rabbinical Court of Israel [1](Quoted from the Rosh HaShanah liturgy)

Approbation by Rabbi Gedaliah Dov Schwartz
(free translation) Monday, Tevet 22, 5768 / December 31, 20'07 To the Respected Rav, the Ga’on Rabbi Moshe Weiner, I was honored to peruse and learn his compilation titled “Sheva Mitzvot HaShem.” I was deeply impressed by the copious citations in the book, which display a great erudition in the Talmud and its commentaries. The detailed development of issues in the material reflects on the author's tremendous effort to solve them. May G-d strengthen him in his Torah studies and in continuing his holy work. With great respect, Gedaliah Dov Schwartz Head of the Rabbinical Courts, Rabbinical Council of America

Letter of blessing, from Israel’s Chief Ashkenazic Rabbi, Rabbi Yona Metzger
(free translation) With the Help of Heaven, Adar II 26, 5768 / April 2, ’08 The honorable book was brought before me, of great quality and quantity, by Rabbi Moshe Weiner (may he live for many long and good days), called “Sheva Mitzvot HaShem,” which is about the Seven Commandments for the Children of Noah, and is a “Shulkhan Arukh” for all the Torah Laws for Gentiles. As I skimmed through the pages, I very much enjoyed seeing how the Rav who wrote this gathered and explained, intelligently and with sharpness and depth, all the Torah Laws that are related to and result from this topic, which very few have been involved in. It seems to me that no one else has come to address it, and now that this Rav has authored and categorized it, he should be happy, and happy is his lot, and from Heaven he has merit. Because of the importance and uniqueness of this book, and since many of the matters included in it are relevant to nations whose language is not Hebrew, I see great importance and benefit in translating the book into the English language. This will enable multitudes of Gentiles to learn it, and receive maximum benefit from it. Here I sign with much blessing to the Rav who authored this book, that he and this book of his should merit to be accepted with love and affection among the other parts of Torah. The merit of spreading out and instilling belief in the Creator of the world amongst all the people of the world, which is the aspect of perfecting the world in the Kingdom of G-d, should stand for him and his household as a blessing in every way possible for good, spiritually and materially, with health, happiness and much joy. Amen, may it be His will. With great honor, Yona Metzger Chief Rabbi of Israel

Letter of blessing from Israel’s Chief Sefardic Rabbi, Rabbi Shlomo Moshe Amar
(free translation) With the Help of Heaven, Tammuz 6, 5768 / July 9, 2008 I saw the good book, well-written and aptly titled “Sheva Mitzvot HaShem,” compiled and authored by the Rabbi and great scholar, Rabbi Moshe Weiner, may he live for many long and good days. I have also seen the immense work that was required to explain all the matters of the Seven Commandments for the Children of Noah, and this was done very well, written in simple, clear language, so that the reader can easily comprehend it. I bless him that G-d should send him success in all his endeavors, to continue in his holy work, and to author and publish more works in excellent physical health. And may it be G-d’s will that he see blessing in the work of his hands, that he has prepared for the sake of G-d, blessed be He. Waiting for G-d’s salvation and mercy, Shlomo Moshe Amar Chief Rabbi of Israel

Sample Reader Review
Greetings to the Directors and Rabbis. I just want to express my heartfelt thanks and appreciation for the hard work and energy you have all put into this project. The first of its kind! I received my copy of “The Divine Code” a few weeks ago, and it is a truly incredible work. Noahides owe you all a great debt of gratitude for what you have done. I have been on my own spiritual journey now for almost ten years and have many times considered conversion to Judaism as  I cannot accept non-Torah theology and practice. Now because of your hard work and sacrifice, I feel that I can finally give my family  a tradition of belief I can truly believe in. Thank you.

Letter from Rabbi J. Immanuel Schochet
Rabbi of Congregation Beth Joseph Toronto, Canada Cheshvan, 5768 / October 20'07 The world has undergone a fascinating revolution. For approximately three decades there has been an ever-growing interest in the Sheva Mitzvot B’nei Noah, the “Seven Commandments for the Children of Noah,” revealed in the Torah of Moses. A great number of Gentiles throughout the world have committed themselves to observe this universal “Noahide Code.” Many of them are in touch with reliable Rabbis to learn about their religious obligations as “Righteous Gentiles.” Unfortunately, there was very little authoritative material to guide even these Rabbis. Throughout most of post-Biblical history, the Noahide commandments could not be widely promoted, for the obvious reasons of the restraints of the Jewish exile, especially under the duress of the threats from non-Jewish religions who dominated the governments throughout the Diaspora. These circumstances made it difficult even to apply the comment of Rabbi Yomtov Lipman Heller that if we are ordained to promote observance of the Noahide Code, how much more so then to use friendly persuasion to lead the hearts of all to the Will of their Creator. With few exceptions, this has led to “neglect” of this important aspect of Torah. Clearly, these restraints no longer apply, and this has been conducive to the development of the so-called Noahide movement. The search for clear information and guidance, however, is hampered by the lack of precise summaries of a Code for the Noahides. Thus, it is a tremendous merit for the organization Ask Noah International, directed by truly pious and responsible Jews, to be inspired to fill this vacuum. In November, 20'05, Ask Noah International brought together a team of highly qualified Torah-scholars to dedicate themselves to this goal. Rabbi Moshe Weiner of Jerusalem undertook to bring it to fruition. He devoted himself for two years to a thorough in-depth study of the Seven Noahide Commandments and succeeded in composing a historic text in Hebrew, "Sheva Mitzvot HaShem," Volume I, in the style and format of the classic Shulhan Aruh [Code of Jewish Law], to serve as a guide for the practical application and observance of their detailed laws by Noahide individuals, families and communities. The significance of this project cannot be over-emphasized, as ever more Gentiles seek to follow a lifestyle conforming to the Divine commands incumbent upon them. Needless to say, this is an extremely sensitive undertaking charged with great responsibilities. Thus, Rabbi Weiner’s work, "Sheva Mitzvot HaShem", was submitted for review by the world-renowned Rabbinical authority Ha’Ga’on Rabbi Zalman Nehemiah Goldberg (may he live for many long and good days), member of the Supreme Rabbinical Court of Israel, who graciously examined the text, adding numerous comments throughout, and granted his approbation. All the scholars consulted have praised this work as a major achievement, which brings an important but neglected area of Torah to the forefront of Rabbinic attention. They emphasize, though, that it is yet more important to make all people aware of it, in concise and easily readable format, as an authoritative guide for their daily lives. The translators and editor of ["The Divine Code",] the English version of "Sheva Mitzvot HaShem" are thus bringing the project to its first milestone, which is now serving as the basis for translation into other languages. Immeasurably great is the merit of all those who are involved with, and supporting, this extra-ordinary endeavor, which no doubt will hasten the fulfillment of the prophetic vision of “the earth will be as filled with knowledge of G-d as water covering the sea bed” (Isaiah 11:9). J. Immanuel Schochet Toronto, Canada