Torah Institute

What Torah Institute does

Torah Institute is a privately-held, family-run religious publishing organization headquartered in Louisville, Kentucky. Founded in 1998, the company operates as a direct-to-consumer e-commerce business through its Shopify-powered website torahzone.net, selling Hebrew Roots and Torah-observant religious materials. Its primary outputs are books, audio recordings, downloadable PDF tracts, calendars, and merchandise, organized around a proprietary scripture translation known as the BYNV (Besorah of Yahusha Natsarim Version) — a 66-book English translation developed by founder Lew White using original Hebrew texts with restored divine names (Yahuah, Yahusha) and paleo-Hebrew script.

The product portfolio includes more than 215 catalog items, of which 211 were in stock at the time of data collection: 32+ books authored by Lew White, six books by affiliated authors, 133 free downloadable PDF tracts, audio readings of Torah and other scripture narrated by Adam White, the AMBASSAFLASH USB library (a 64GB drive containing over 100 print-ready tracts and over 100 MP4 videos), 13-month Hebrew calendars, and accessories such as stickers, flags, and tsitsith. Pricing ranges from free PDF downloads to $100 maximum per product, with the bulk of inventory priced between $5 and $30. The company also accepts donations ("Love Gift," "Medium Financial Gift," "Large Financial Gift") that contribute to operating revenue and frame the business as part religious ministry as much as retailer.

The target audience is narrowly defined — Hebrew Roots/Torah-observant Christians, self-identified Natsarim, and families seeking children's Torah education materials — making this a niche content and merchandise business rather than a scalable publishing operation. There is no evidence of institutional investors, external funding, board oversight, or formal incorporation beyond a Kentucky mailing address (P.O. Box 436044, Louisville, KY 40253). Operations are run by three family members (Lew White, Phyllis White, Adam White), and the company serves primarily the U.S. market with global shipping available through the storefront.

Name

Torah Institute

Legal name

Torah Institute

Website

https://torahzone.net

Company type

Private

Founded year

1998

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

51–100 employees

Short description

Torah Institute is a family-run religious publishing organization in Louisville, Kentucky, that sells Hebrew Roots books, audio, and merchandise — including the BYNV Bible translation — through a Shopify e-commerce site serving Torah-observant Christians and Natsarim.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Religious Publishing

NAICS

Periodical Publishers (513120), Broadcasting and Content Providers (516)

SIC

Books: Publishing Or Publishing & Printing (2731)

akta.pro primary industry

Sacred Texts & Scripture Publishing (Bibles, Qur’ans, Vedas, Torah, Sutras) (MPAJAHAA)

akta.pro secondary industries

Religious Education & Catechetical Publishing (Sunday School, Catechism, Study Guides) (MPAJAHAC), Jewish Broadcasting (MPABALAF)

Keywords

• Religious book publishing
• Scripture translations
• Hebrew roots education
• Religious media products
• Faith-based merchandise

Headquarters

HQ city

Louisville

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Digital Commerce or Content

Cost components

Operations, Personnel, Supply Chain, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Physical Product Sales: Sale of books (BYNV Bible translations, educational materials, calendars), stickers, cards, flags, hats, backpacks, and other merchandise. One-time purchase model with prices ranging from $1.50 to $100.
2. Digital Downloads: Free and paid PDF tracts available for download. Free downloads include religious education materials; some premium digital content available.
3. Audio Products: Sale of audio Bible readings (Torah on audio), audiobooks (BYNV audiobook), and music albums. Available as digital downloads or CD disc sets.
4. Donations/Contributions: Financial gifts accepted to support ongoing ministry work and projects for teaching and preparing the bride for His Coming.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels1 record

Marketing channels4 records

Core offering

Torah Institute operates torahzone.net, an e-commerce store selling Hebrew Roots and Torah-observant religious materials. Its core offerings include the BYNV (Besorah of Yahusha Natsarim Version) scripture translation by Lew White, 32+ authored books, 133+ free downloadable PDF tracts, audio scripture readings, 13-month Hebrew calendars, and religious merchandise (flags, hats, stickers, cards). The company also produces the AMBASSAFLASH USB multimedia library and accepts donations to support ministry work.

Product overview

Torah Institute operates torahzone.net as an e-commerce platform selling Hebrew Roots religious materials and Torah-focused educational resources. The core product is the BYNV (Besorah of Yahusha Natsarim Version) scripture translation by Lew White, available in multiple formats including Large Print Hardcover, Paperback, and 2025 Legacy Edition Vegan Leather. The product portfolio centers on books (32+ titles by Lew White and other authors), free downloadable PDF tracts (133+ topics), audio recordings of scripture, 13-month Hebrew calendars, and religious merchandise including flags, tsitsith, stickers, cards, and apparel. The company also offers the Ambassaflash USB library containing 100+ print-ready tracts and videos. Products are sold through a Shopify-powered online store with various payment methods including major credit cards, PayPal, and digital wallets.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• BYNV - Besorah of Yahusha Natsarim Version Scripture Translation A 66-book English translation from original Hebrew texts with restored divine names (Yahuah, Yahusha) and Paleo Hebrew script for divine names, by Lew White. Available in Large Print Hardcover ($70), Paperback ($40), and 2025 Legacy Edition Vegan Leather editions.
• ANNUAL OBSERVANCES OF YAHUAH 111-page paperback book by Lew White explaining Yahuah's annual observances (appointed times/feast days) and how Yahusha's redemption plan is reflected in them. Priced at $10.00 USD.
• A Voice Behind You - by Lew White 553-page book documenting 'What The Dragon Did To Mankind Through Constantine', containing over 500 pages of research on historical and religious manipulation. Priced at $29.95 USD.
• RETURN OF YAHUSHA (2nd Edition) 144-page book examining End Times topics including the Two Witnesses, Rapture timing, the Secret of Lawlessness, Final Day of Wrath, and the Bride. Expanded second edition of the former 'In the Twinkling of an Eye' book.
• His Marvelous Light: Visit to the Los Lunas Covenant Stone 6" x 9" paperback eyewitness documentary of a visit to the Los Lunas Covenant Stone near Hidden Mountain, New Mexico - an ancient gateway stone etched with the Ten Commandments in Paleo Hebrew script, weighing several tons. Priced at $20.00 USD.
• PDF Tracts / Articles Collection Collection of 133 free downloadable PDF tracts covering topics including Sunday Origins, Christmas, Easter, Apocrypha, Abomination of Desolation, and Constantine's Creed. Print-ready files designed for unlimited copying and outreach distribution.
• First Five Books of Mosha + Yahusha-Shemual on Audio Audiobook containing the first five books of Moses (Torah) including Barashith, Shemoth, Uyiqara, Bamidbar, and Dabarim, plus 1-2 Shemual, Shofetim and Yahusha. Translated by Lew White and read by Adam White. Available as Digital Download or CD Disc Set from $25.00.
• AMBASSAFLASH - USB Library 64GB USB flash drive containing over 100 print-ready PDF tracts, cards, signs, and over 100 MP4 videos from Lew White's YouTube channel. Designed for outreach, prison ministries, group studies, and distribution. Priced at $35.
• 13-Month Hebrew Calendar Full-color 11" x 19" calendar covering a 13-month Hebrew calendar period, with Appointed Times tract explaining the redemption plan fulfilled by Yahusha ha Mashiak. Available in 2025-2026 ($6.00) and 2026-2027 ($8.00) editions.
• Flags, Tsitsith, and Hats with Hebrew Names Religious merchandise including 3'x5' Flags ($29.00), 12x18 Banner Flags ($12.00), Tsitsith Purple/Blue tassel sets, and hats displaying the Tetragrammaton name in Paleo Hebrew script ($23.00).
• Stickers, Cards, and Posters Weatherproof vinyl stickers, training cards, bookmarks, magnets, and posters. Includes Torah-themed bumper stickers, name stickers, educational cards displaying Hebrew/Eberith script, and Los Lunas Stone postcards. Priced from $1.50-$3.
• Music & Audio Products Music and audiobook products including 'Desert Highway' by Jon Westcot ($5.99) featuring 11 songs using the true Name, and BYNV Audiobook collection.
• Children's Torah Education Books Torah Series for Tweens including 'And Yahuah Said' (Book One) covering Creation through Jacob's sons, designed for 3rd-4th graders with Hebrew words, colorful pictures, family trees, and vocabulary review. Priced at $18.50.
• Other Authors' Books Books written by Commandment Keepers who have the Name Yahusha, including 'And Yahuah Said' by June Manning ($18.50), 'In the Beginning: Torah for Little Ones' ($9.99), and 'The Ten Words - Torah for Little Ones' by June Manning.
• Financial Contributions / Donations Donation options to support Torah Institute's projects, including Love Gift ($5 increments), Medium Financial Gift, and Large Financial Gift ($100). Accepted to support ongoing ministry work and projects for teaching and preparing the bride for His Coming.

Quantifiable outcome

• Over 100 print-ready tracts available for free distribution
• +2 more outcomes

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

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Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature1 record

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights4 records

Broad incumbents

• Zondervan: Major Christian publisher of Bibles (NIV, NKJV) and religious books with a broad retail and online footprint. Comparable as a Bible publisher with e-commerce distribution, but serving mainstream evangelical rather than Hebrew Roots audiences.
• ArtScroll / Mesorah Publications: Dominant Orthodox Jewish publisher producing English translations of Torah texts (Stone Edition Tanach, Schottenstein Talmud) and a deep book catalog. Comparable as a religious text publisher and bookstore, but serving an Orthodox rather than Hebrew Roots audience at much larger scale.
• Tyndale House Publishers: Major Christian trade publisher producing Bibles and religious books across multiple translations (NLT, NIV). Comparable as a Bible/text publisher with direct-to-consumer sales, but mainstream Protestant rather than Hebrew Roots, and operating at enterprise scale.
• Feldheim Publishers: Long-standing Orthodox Jewish publisher of sefarim (religious books) and educational materials. Comparable as a Jewish religious publisher with direct e-commerce storefront, though serving an Orthodox audience at larger scale than Torah Institute.
• Chabad.org: Largest Jewish content platform globally, offering free articles, Torah study, audio classes, and printed materials. Comparable as a publisher of religious and educational Jewish content, though Chabad serves Chassidic audiences and operates at much larger scale.

Direct peers

• First Fruits of Zion: Messianic Jewish publisher producing books, periodicals, audio, and online teaching for the Torah-observant Christian audience. Most directly comparable peer: similar niche, similar product mix (books, tracts, media), and shared Hebrew Roots positioning.
• Vine of David: Hebrew Roots publisher offering books, articles, and audio teaching with a focus on the original apostolic faith. Comparable product portfolio and shared Natsarim/Hebrew Roots target customer.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat2 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/the-torah-institute-inc

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles3 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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