Pardes from Jerusalem
536 episodes - English - Latest episode: 12 days ago - ★★★★★ - 183 ratingsJoin Rabbi Zvi Hirschfield and guests each week for a thoughtful and engaging podcast discussion of the weekly Torah portion. Each week, Zvi will be joined by a guest for a deep dive into the text, unraveling the wisdom nestled within each Torah portion, exploring its timeless relevance, and uncovering contemporary insights. Whether you’re a seasoned Torah scholar, an inquisitive seeker of knowledge, or simply someone looking for inspiration and wisdom, Pardes from Jerusalem provides you with thought-provoking conversations, invaluable lessons for personal growth, and deeper insight into Jewish texts. Tune into this Pardes podcast for a creative, personal and brave journey as Zvi and guests leave no stone unturned in seeking to bring out meaning and significance from each Torah portion.
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Parashat Balak: The Outsider’s View
July 05, 2022 21:09 - 22 minutes - 18.3 MBParashat Balak: The Outsider’s View Description: Parashat Balak narrates the strange tale of a foreign seer who is hired to curse the Israelites but is compelled by God to bless them. What is this story doing in the Torah? It … Read the rest The post Parashat Balak: The Outsider’s View first appeared on Elmad Online Learning. Continue reading Parashat Balak: The Outsider’s View at Elmad Online Learning.
The Jewish Story Season 5: The Raid on Entebbe
July 01, 2022 05:00 - 46 minutes - 42.4 MBThe Jewish Story Season 5 Episode 8: The Raid on Entebbe Heroism is a precious quality, and one strong enough to change the world. Here is the story of the Israeli mission to free hostages on Entebbe, perhaps the most … Read the rest The post The Jewish Story Season 5: The Raid on Entebbe first appeared on Elmad Online Learning. Continue reading The Jewish Story Season 5: The Raid on Entebbe at Elmad Online Learning.
Parashat Chukat: Moses. The Hand and the Word.
June 28, 2022 09:45 - 27 minutes - 21.3 MBParashat Chukat: Moses. The Hand and the Word Description: In our parsha we read the episode of “Moses’ Sin” in which Moses hits the rock instead of speaking to it. In this podcast, Pardes faculty Alex Israel and Gila Fine … Read the rest The post Parashat Chukat: Moses. The Hand and the Word. first appeared on Elmad Online Learning. Continue reading Parashat Chukat: Moses. The Hand and the Word. at Elmad Online Learning.
Parashat Korach: Was it all Negative?
June 23, 2022 18:28 - 28 minutes - 40.8 MBParashat Korach 5782: Was it all Negative? Description: In this podcast, we explore the mixed motivations behind Korach’s challenge to Moshe and Aaron’s leadership. Can one be driven by ego and still mix in a valid claim? Was Korach’s claim … Read the rest The post Parashat Korach: Was it all Negative? first appeared on Elmad Online Learning. Continue reading Parashat Korach: Was it all Negative? at Elmad Online Learning.
Parashat Shelach Lecha 5782: Slandering Israel
June 14, 2022 06:00 - 21.5 MBParashat Shelach Lecha 5782: Slandering Israel Description: The story of people who toured Israel and emerged with a negative assessment of the Land of Israel. Is criticism of Israel legitimate or is it a sin? Join Pardes faculty member Rabbi … Read the rest The post Parashat Shelach Lecha 5782: Slandering Israel first appeared on Elmad Online Learning. Continue reading Parashat Shelach Lecha 5782: Slandering Israel at Elmad Online Learning.
Parashat Behaalotecha 5782: The Power of Inclusion
June 07, 2022 03:00 - 28.2 MBParashat Behaalotecha 5782: The Power of Inclusion Description: An exploration of the narratives about Pesach Sheni and the naming of the 70 elders and Eldad and Medad. Two stories that combine Law and Narrative, also portray the value of initiative … Read the rest The post Parashat Behaalotecha 5782: The Power of Inclusion first appeared on Elmad Online Learning. Continue reading Parashat Behaalotecha 5782: The Power of Inclusion at Elmad Online Learning.
Parashat Naso/Shavuot 5782: Har Sinai – the First Beit Midrash
May 30, 2022 18:57 - 23 MBParashat Naso/Shavuot 5782: Har Sinai – the First Beit Midrash Description: What was the Torah that the Israelites actually heard and learned? Please let us know your comments and thoughts about the podcast, write to us at [email protected]. We appreciate … Read the rest The post Parashat Naso/Shavuot 5782: Har Sinai – the First Beit Midrash first appeared on Elmad Online Learning. Continue reading Parashat Naso/Shavuot 5782: Har Sinai – the First Beit Midrash at Elmad Online Learning.
Parashat Bamidbar 5782: Heavenly Jerusalem, Earthly Jerusalem. A Shiur for Jerusalem Day and Bamidbar
May 24, 2022 16:03 - 24 minutes - 24.5 MBParashat Bamidbar 5782: Heavenly Jerusalem, Earthly Jerusalem. A Shiur for Jerusalem Day and Bamidbar Description: In Celebration of Jerusalem Day, we study Psalm 122 and its dreamy depiction of an ancient Jerusalem pilgrimage. We reflect on the makom (place/space) and … Read the rest The post Parashat Bamidbar 5782: Heavenly Jerusalem, Earthly Jerusalem. A Shiur for Jerusalem Day and Bamidbar first appeared on Elmad Online Learning. Continue reading Parashat Bamidbar 5782: Heavenly Jer...
Parashat Bechukotai 5782: Ancient Metaphors and Contemporary Realism
May 17, 2022 05:00 - 27.5 MBParashat Bechukotai 5782: Ancient Metaphors and Contemporary Realism Description: This podcast focuses on understanding the blessings and curses in this week’s parasha with Rabbi Dr. Howard Markose. Please let us know your comments and thoughts about the podcast, write to … Read the rest The post Parashat Bechukotai 5782: Ancient Metaphors and Contemporary Realism first appeared on Elmad Online Learning. Continue reading Parashat Bechukotai 5782: Ancient Metaphors and Contemporary Reali...
Parashat Behar 5782: The Economy of Spirituality
May 10, 2022 06:00 - 34.3 MBParashat Behar 5782: The Economy of Spirituality Description: This special podcast features Rabbi Yedidya Sinclair. Join us to hear our discussion of how the Sabbatical and Jubilee years described in parashat Behar are providing the spiritual values which are … Read the rest The post Parashat Behar 5782: The Economy of Spirituality first appeared on Elmad Online Learning. Continue reading Parashat Behar 5782: The Economy of Spirituality at Elmad Online Learning.
Parashat Emor 5782: The Jewish Year Cycle, Emor-Style
May 01, 2022 05:00 - 29.5 MBParashat Emor 5782: The Jewish Year Cycle, Emor-Style Description: While the Torah lists our holidays several times throughout the five books, there is something special about the way it’s done in this week’s parasha. Find out what that is by … Read the rest The post Parashat Emor 5782: The Jewish Year Cycle, Emor-Style first appeared on Elmad Online Learning. Continue reading Parashat Emor 5782: The Jewish Year Cycle, Emor-Style at Elmad Online Learning.
Parashat Kedoshim 5782: “Be Holy!” How?
April 27, 2022 05:00 - 28.8 MBParashat Kedoshim 5782: “Be Holy!” How? Description: The Torah instructs the Jewish people to “Be Holy!” But how might that be performed? In this podcast, Alex Israel discusses three approaches to this question, considering the question of withdrawal from and … Read the rest The post Parashat Kedoshim 5782: “Be Holy!” How? first appeared on Elmad Online Learning. Continue reading Parashat Kedoshim 5782: “Be Holy!” How? at Elmad Online Learning.
Pesach II 5782: Sitting Alone Outside the Camp
April 18, 2022 07:00 - 19.2 MBParashat Metzora 5782: Sitting Alone Outside the Camp Description: On the 7th day of Pesach, we commemorate the people of Israel’s successful traversal of the Sea of Reeds. While the moment was exceptional, even eliciting an epic song, we must … Read the rest The post Pesach II 5782: Sitting Alone Outside the Camp first appeared on Elmad Online Learning. Continue reading Pesach II 5782: Sitting Alone Outside the Camp at Elmad Online Learning.
Pesach 5782: Three Keys to Freedom – Three Features of the Seder
April 10, 2022 06:00 - 22.2 MBPesach 5782: Three Keys to Freedom – Three Features of the Seder Description: What are the key elements of free life? This podcast identifies three features of the Exodus, also manifested in the Seder rituals, and proposes that these can … Read the rest The post Pesach 5782: Three Keys to Freedom – Three Features of the Seder first appeared on Elmad Online Learning. Continue reading Pesach 5782: Three Keys to Freedom – Three Features of the Seder at Elmad Online Learning.
Parashat Metzora 5782: Sitting Alone Outside the Camp
April 03, 2022 03:00 - 22.4 MBParashat Metzora 5782: Sitting Alone Outside the Camp Description: The graphic description in the Torah of tzaraat, leprosy, leaves modern readers alienated and baffled. Can moral flaws truly manifest physically? Aesthetics and ethics mix in this week’s reading, where immoral … Read the rest The post Parashat Metzora 5782: Sitting Alone Outside the Camp first appeared on Elmad Online Learning. Continue reading Parashat Metzora 5782: Sitting Alone Outside the Camp at Elmad Online Learning.
Parashat Tazria 5782: Selective Memory; Choosing Productive Narratives
March 27, 2022 04:00 - 25.9 MBParashat Tazria 5782: Selective Memory; Choosing Productive Narratives This podcast episode is sponsored by Pardes alum Graham Hoffman in honor of his parents, teachers, and role models Rabbi Richard and Rebbitzen Debra Zussman. Description: Why bring a sin offering after … Read the rest The post Parashat Tazria 5782: Selective Memory; Choosing Productive Narratives first appeared on Elmad Online Learning. Continue reading Parashat Tazria 5782: Selective Memory; Choosing Productive Narr...
Parashat Shemini 5782: The Aftermath of Grief
March 21, 2022 06:00 - 20.9 MBParashat Shemini 5782: The Aftermath of Grief Description: In this podcast, we will look at the deaths of Aaron and the different stages of grief presented in the midrash that reflect our own awareness that processing death takes time and … Read the rest The post Parashat Shemini 5782: The Aftermath of Grief first appeared on Elmad Online Learning. Continue reading Parashat Shemini 5782: The Aftermath of Grief at Elmad Online Learning.
Parashat Tzav 5782: Pushing Ourselves By-the-By
March 14, 2022 06:00 - 24.1 MBParashat Tzav 5782: Pushing Ourselves By-the-By Please let us know your comments and thoughts about the podcast, write to us at [email protected]. We appreciate you leaving us a review with 5-stars if you enjoy these podcasts. For more information about … Read the rest The post Parashat Tzav 5782: Pushing Ourselves By-the-By first appeared on Elmad Online Learning. Continue reading Parashat Tzav 5782: Pushing Ourselves By-the-By at Elmad Online Learning.
Parashat Vayikra 5782: Calling. Listening. Giving.
March 07, 2022 06:00 - 17 minutes - 19.5 MBParashat Vayikra 5782: Calling. Listening. Giving. Description: This week, Rabbi Alex Israel discusses some of Rashi’s opening remarks to Vayikra highlighting some critical spiritual messages for our fast-paced world. Please let us know your comments and thoughts about the podcast, … Read the rest The post Parashat Vayikra 5782: Calling. Listening. Giving. first appeared on Elmad Online Learning. Continue reading Parashat Vayikra 5782: Calling. Listening. Giving. at Elmad Online Learnin...
Parashat Pekudei 5782: The Eyes Have it – The Divine as Israel’s Tour Guide
March 01, 2022 06:00 - 23 MBParashat Pekudei 5782: The Eyes Have it – The Divine as Israel’s Tour Guide Description: As we bring the Book of Shemot – Exodus – to a close in this week’s Parasha, Parashat Pekudei, we conclude the final chapter with … Read the rest The post Parashat Pekudei 5782: The Eyes Have it – The Divine as Israel’s Tour Guide first appeared on Elmad Online Learning. Continue reading Parashat Pekudei 5782: The Eyes Have it – The Divine as Israel’s Tour Guide at Elmad Online Learning.
Parashat Vayakhel 5782: Repairing Even the Worst Ruptures
February 21, 2022 06:00 - 21 minutes - 21.7 MBParashat Vayakhel 5782: Repairing Even the Worst Ruptures Description: Even after warning against all forms of constructive creativity in the Ten Commandments, the Torah explicitly warns now against using fire on Shabbat. Legal ramifications aside, the prohibition against fire cautions … Read the rest The post Parashat Vayakhel 5782: Repairing Even the Worst Ruptures first appeared on Elmad Online Learning. Continue reading Parashat Vayakhel 5782: Repairing Even the Worst Ruptures at Elm...
The Jewish Story Season 5, Episode 3: Feminism and American Judaism
February 16, 2022 09:35The feminist movement and Jewish American life came together in the 1960s and 70s – each influencing the other. In this episode, we touch on Betty Friedan’s Feminine Mystique, the religious activism of women like Sally Priesand and the Ezrat … Read the rest The post The Jewish Story Season 5, Episode 3: Feminism and American Judaism first appeared on Elmad Online Learning. Continue reading The Jewish Story Season 5, Episode 3: Feminism and American Judaism at Elmad Online Learning.
Parashat Ki Tisa 5782: The Inherent Value of the Individual
February 13, 2022 06:00 - 28.4 MBParashat Ki Tisa 5782: The Inherent Value of the Individual Description: Cultivating a Healthy Self-Esteem through the Parsha in the midst of the growing crisis of loneliness, lack of self-worth and alienation from a sense of one’s own being. You … Read the rest The post Parashat Ki Tisa 5782: The Inherent Value of the Individual first appeared on Elmad Online Learning. Continue reading Parashat Ki Tisa 5782: The Inherent Value of the Individual at Elmad Online Learning.
Parashat Tetzaveh 5782: The Golden Altar of Incense
February 07, 2022 06:00 - 17 minutes - 20.3 MBParashat Tetzaveh 5782: The Golden Altar of Incense Description: While the Mizbach Hazahav or Golden Altar occupies a central place within the space and ritual of the Mishkan or Tabernacle, it is not mentioned at all in last week’s description … Read the rest The post Parashat Tetzaveh 5782: The Golden Altar of Incense first appeared on Elmad Online Learning. Continue reading Parashat Tetzaveh 5782: The Golden Altar of Incense at Elmad Online Learning.
Parashat Terumah 5782: Stop the Clocks or Hang the Flags? How Moderns Create Jewish Space
January 30, 2022 06:00 - 23 MBParashat Terumah 5782: Stop the Clocks or Hang the Flags? How Moderns Create Jewish Space Description: This podcast takes us on a roller-coaster of a trip from the tabernacle in the desert to 19th century ultra-orthodoxy in Hungary to 20th … Read the rest The post Parashat Terumah 5782: Stop the Clocks or Hang the Flags? How Moderns Create Jewish Space first appeared on Elmad Online Learning. Continue reading Parashat Terumah 5782: Stop the Clocks or Hang the Flags? How Moderns Create Je...
Parashat Mishpatim 5782: God and Government
January 25, 2022 20:54 - 21.4 MBParashat Mishpatim 5782: God and Government Description: Is our public discourse too aggressive? Are our public institutions vulnerable to attack? In this class, Alex Israel addresses a verse (22:27) in Parashat Mishpatim which warns of attacks on Government figures. Why … Read the rest The post Parashat Mishpatim 5782: God and Government first appeared on Elmad Online Learning. Continue reading Parashat Mishpatim 5782: God and Government at Elmad Online Learning.
Parashat Yitro 5782: Is the Idolatry a Relevant Category for Contemporary Life
January 18, 2022 13:55 - 25 minutes - 63.2 MBParashat Yitro 5782: Is the Idolatry a Relevant Category for Contemporary Life Description: In this week’s podcast, Rabbi Mike Uram tackles Parashat Yitro noting that the first of the 10 Commandments is one that prohibits idolatry. Is this a relevant … Read the rest The post Parashat Yitro 5782: Is the Idolatry a Relevant Category for Contemporary Life first appeared on Elmad Online Learning. Continue reading Parashat Yitro 5782: Is the Idolatry a Relevant Category for Contemporary Life ...
Parashat Beshalach 5782: A Taste of Something Rare
January 09, 2022 08:39 - 31.6 MBParashat Beshalach 5782: A Taste of Something Rare Description: The story of the manna in the wilderness occupies a significant place in the larger desert narrative. A great many verses are devoted to the role of manna in the survival … Read the rest The post Parashat Beshalach 5782: A Taste of Something Rare first appeared on Elmad Online Learning. Continue reading Parashat Beshalach 5782: A Taste of Something Rare at Elmad Online Learning.
Parashat Bo 5782: Locusts That Last a Lifetime
January 02, 2022 06:20 - 19 minutes - 32.6 MBParashat Bo 5782: Locusts That Last a Lifetime Description: In this week’s Torah portion of Bo, God rains down upon Egypt the last three plagues. One of these three is the plague of locusts. Learn along with PCJE Director, Aviva … Read the rest The post Parashat Bo 5782: Locusts That Last a Lifetime first appeared on Elmad Online Learning. Continue reading Parashat Bo 5782: Locusts That Last a Lifetime at Elmad Online Learning.
Parashat Vaera 5782: The Hardening of Pharaoh’s Heart
December 26, 2021 05:00 - 20.4 MBThis podcast is sponsored by Drs Amy Fox Griffel and Martin I Griffel in memory of her mother, Sally Fox, Sima Bat Moshe v Michla on the occasion of her yahrtzeit. Parashat Vaera 5782: The Hardening of Pharaoh’s Heart Description:… Read the rest The post Parashat Vaera 5782: The Hardening of Pharaoh’s Heart first appeared on Elmad Online Learning. Continue reading Parashat Vaera 5782: The Hardening of Pharaoh’s Heart at Elmad Online Learning.
Parashat Shemot 5782: The Power of Sisterly Love
December 19, 2021 05:00 - 21 minutes - 17.2 MBParashat Shemot 5782 – The Power of Sisterly Love Description: Why isn’t Miriam named in this week’s parsha, despite the fact that her leadership is equated to that of Moshe and Aaron? She is teaching Moshe (and us) what brotherhood, … Read the rest The post Parashat Shemot 5782: The Power of Sisterly Love first appeared on Elmad Online Learning. Continue reading Parashat Shemot 5782: The Power of Sisterly Love at Elmad Online Learning.
Crises & Kings Episode 48: The Conclusion
December 13, 2021 05:00 - 22 minutes - 17.9 MBThe Book of Samuel II Episode 48: The Conclusion A special note to the listener: In general, listeners are encouraged to independently prepare the primary material from one podcast to the next, preferably in a havruta learning dynamic. However, the … Read the rest The post Crises & Kings Episode 48: The Conclusion first appeared on Elmad Online Learning. Continue reading Crises & Kings Episode 48: The Conclusion at Elmad Online Learning.
Parashat VaYechi 5782 – The Blessings of Rebuke
December 12, 2021 05:00 - 20.5 MBParashat VaYechi 5782 – The Blessings of Rebuke Description: There are things we have to hear and there are things we have to say. What enables us to receive words of critique with an open heart? What critical tips can … Read the rest The post Parashat VaYechi 5782 – The Blessings of Rebuke first appeared on Elmad Online Learning. Continue reading Parashat VaYechi 5782 – The Blessings of Rebuke at Elmad Online Learning.
Crises & Kings Episode 47: The Census
December 09, 2021 05:00 - 21 minutes - 17.8 MBThe Book of Samuel II Episode 47: The Census Podcast Overview: The book concludes with David’s ill-considered census, the ensuing plague and the building of an altar to God. (Samuel II 24:1-25) Download Source Sheet A special note to the … Read the rest The post Crises & Kings Episode 47: The Census first appeared on Elmad Online Learning. Continue reading Crises & Kings Episode 47: The Census at Elmad Online Learning.
Crises & Kings Episode 46: David’s Mighty Men
December 06, 2021 05:00 - 23 minutes - 18.7 MBThe Book of Samuel II Episode 46: David’s Mighty Men Podcast Overview: David’s final words are followed by a list of his mighty warriors. (Samuel II 23:1-39) Download Source Sheet A special note to the listener: In general, listeners are … Read the rest The post Crises & Kings Episode 46: David’s Mighty Men first appeared on Elmad Online Learning. Continue reading Crises & Kings Episode 46: David’s Mighty Men at Elmad Online Learning.
Parashat Vayigash 5782 – Yoseph’s Legacy to Every Jew: Forgiveness
December 05, 2021 14:00 - 24 MBParashat Vayigash 5782 – Yoseph’s Legacy to Every Jew: Forgiveness Description: There are moments that change the world. There is such a transformative moment in this week’s parasha. It happened when Yoseph finally revealed his identity to his brothers. Download … Read the rest The post Parashat Vayigash 5782 – Yoseph’s Legacy to Every Jew: Forgiveness first appeared on Elmad Online Learning. Continue reading Parashat Vayigash 5782 – Yoseph’s Legacy to Every Jew: Forgiveness at Elmad On...
Crises & Kings Episode 45: The Song of Triumph
December 02, 2021 06:00 - 22 minutes - 18 MBThe Book of Samuel II Episode 45: The Song of Triumph Podcast Overview: An epic poem of triumph reminds us of David’s trust in God. (Samuel II 22:1-51) Download Source Sheet A special note to the listener: In general, listeners … Read the rest The post Crises & Kings Episode 45: The Song of Triumph first appeared on Elmad Online Learning. Continue reading Crises & Kings Episode 45: The Song of Triumph at Elmad Online Learning.
Crises & Kings Episode 44: David’s Legacy: Pledges Kept and Giants Defeated
November 29, 2021 05:00 - 21 minutes - 16.9 MBThe Book of Samuel II Episode 44: David’s Legacy: Pledges Kept and Giants Defeated Podcast Overview: The final four chapters of the book provide us with a retrospect of David and his reign. (Samuel II 21:1-22) Download Source Sheet A … Read the rest The post Crises & Kings Episode 44: David’s Legacy: Pledges Kept and Giants Defeated first appeared on Elmad Online Learning. Continue reading Crises & Kings Episode 44: David’s Legacy: Pledges Kept and Giants Defeated at Elmad Online Lear...
Parashat Miketz 5782 – Pharaoh’s Dreams and Their Fascinating Interpretation
November 28, 2021 05:00 - 21 minutes - 19.1 MBThis podcast is sponsored by Rabbi Shalom and Shana Kantor on the occasion of their son Noam’s bar mitzvah. Mazal tov! Parashat Miketz 5782 – Pharaoh’s Dreams and Their Fascinating Interpretation Description: Pharaoh’s dream of seven cows and seven stalks … Read the rest The post Parashat Miketz 5782 – Pharaoh’s Dreams and Their Fascinating Interpretation first appeared on Elmad Online Learning. Continue reading Parashat Miketz 5782 – Pharaoh’s Dreams and Their Fascinating Interpretatio...
Crises & Kings Episode 43: Sheva ben Bichri’s Rebellion
November 25, 2021 05:00 - 20 minutes - 17.3 MBThe Book of Samuel II Episode 43: Sheva ben Bichri’s Rebellion Podcast Overview: David returns to Jerusalem but a new rebellion now breaks out. (Samuel II 20:1-26) Download Source Sheet A special note to the listener: In general, listeners are … Read the rest The post Crises & Kings Episode 43: Sheva ben Bichri’s Rebellion first appeared on Elmad Online Learning. Continue reading Crises & Kings Episode 43: Sheva ben Bichri’s Rebellion at Elmad Online Learning.
Crises & Kings Episode 42: The Aftermath
November 22, 2021 05:00 - 20 minutes - 17 MBThe Book of Samuel II Episode 42: The Aftermath Podcast Overview: The news of Avshalom’s death reaches David. Shattered by the report, he begins to make his way back to Jerusalem. (Samuel II 18:19-19:44) Download Source Sheet A special note … Read the rest The post Crises & Kings Episode 42: The Aftermath first appeared on Elmad Online Learning. Continue reading Crises & Kings Episode 42: The Aftermath at Elmad Online Learning.
Parashat Vayeshev 5782 – Why is Joseph Known as Joseph the Tzaddik?
November 21, 2021 06:00 - 18.7 MBParashat Vayeshev 5782 – Why is Joseph Known as Joseph the Tzaddik? Description: A Conversation About Potiphar’s Wife Through the Lens of Non-Consent – In this podcast, Pardes faculty members Alex Israel and Nechama Goldman Barash discuss the complex story … Read the rest The post Parashat Vayeshev 5782 – Why is Joseph Known as Joseph the Tzaddik? first appeared on Elmad Online Learning. Continue reading Parashat Vayeshev 5782 – Why is Joseph Known as Joseph the Tzaddik? at Elmad Online ...
Crises & Kings Episode 41: Avshalom’s Defeat
November 18, 2021 06:00 - 21 minutes - 17.8 MBThe Book of Samuel II Episode 41: Avshalom’s Defeat Podcast Overview: David’s fortunes turn, as Avshalom’s men are defeated in battle. (Samuel II 17:1-18:18) Download Source Sheet A special note to the listener: In general, listeners are encouraged to independently … Read the rest The post Crises & Kings Episode 41: Avshalom’s Defeat first appeared on Elmad Online Learning. Continue reading Crises & Kings Episode 41: Avshalom’s Defeat at Elmad Online Learning.
Crises & Kings Episode 40: Avshalom Ascendant
November 15, 2021 06:00 - 22 minutes - 17.8 MBThe Book of Samuel II Episode 40: Avshalom Ascendant Podcast Overview: Avshalom triumphantly enters Jerusalem. There will be no turning back. (Samuel II 16:1-23) Download Source Sheet A special note to the listener: In general, listeners are encouraged to independently … Read the rest The post Crises & Kings Episode 40: Avshalom Ascendant first appeared on Elmad Online Learning. Continue reading Crises & Kings Episode 40: Avshalom Ascendant at Elmad Online Learning.
Parashat Vayishlach 5782 – Cyclical History
November 14, 2021 06:00 - 21.1 MBParashat Vayishlach 5782 – Cyclical History Description: Does History repeat itself? Nachmanides thinks it does! He reads the entire standoff between Jacob and Esau as a paradigm of future events – Isael and Rome, Judaism and Christianity. What are we … Read the rest The post Parashat Vayishlach 5782 – Cyclical History first appeared on Elmad Online Learning. Continue reading Parashat Vayishlach 5782 – Cyclical History at Elmad Online Learning.
Crises & Kings Episode 39: David’s Exile from Jerusalem
November 11, 2021 06:00 - 21 minutes - 17.1 MBThe Book of Samuel II Episode 39: David’s Exile from Jerusalem Podcast Overview: Avshalom rebels against his father David and the kingdom threatens to unravel. (Samuel II 15:1-37) Download Source Sheet A special note to the listener: In general, listeners … Read the rest The post Crises & Kings Episode 39: David’s Exile from Jerusalem first appeared on Elmad Online Learning. Continue reading Crises & Kings Episode 39: David’s Exile from Jerusalem at Elmad Online Learning.
Crises & Kings Episode 38: Avshalom Rehabilitated
November 08, 2021 06:00 - 21 minutes - 19.5 MBThe Book of Samuel II Episode 38: Avshalom Rehabilitated Podcast Overview: Through the agency of Yoav and the parable of the wise woman of Tekoa, David is convinced to allow Avshalom to return to Jerusalem. But the resolution is a … Read the rest The post Crises & Kings Episode 38: Avshalom Rehabilitated first appeared on Elmad Online Learning. Continue reading Crises & Kings Episode 38: Avshalom Rehabilitated at Elmad Online Learning.
Parashat Vayetze 5782 – Ya’acov and the Stone Upon the Well
November 07, 2021 06:00 - 20.5 MBParashat Vayetze 5782 – Ya’acov and the Stone Upon the Well Description: After securing the blessings, Ya’acov must flee the wrath of his brother Esav. Arriving at Charan, he encounters the shepherds and their flocks, and when he sees Rachel … Read the rest The post Parashat Vayetze 5782 – Ya’acov and the Stone Upon the Well first appeared on Elmad Online Learning. Continue reading Parashat Vayetze 5782 – Ya’acov and the Stone Upon the Well at Elmad Online Learning.
Crises & Kings Episode 37: The Rape of Tamar
November 04, 2021 04:00 - 20 minutes - 19.3 MBThe Book of Samuel II Episode 37: The Rape of Tamar Podcast Overview: The consequences of David’s crime now begin to play themselves out, with great destructive effect. (Samuel II 12:24-13:39) Download Source Sheet A special note to the listener: … Read the rest The post Crises & Kings Episode 37: The Rape of Tamar first appeared on Elmad Online Learning. Continue reading Crises & Kings Episode 37: The Rape of Tamar at Elmad Online Learning.
Crises & Kings Episode 36: David and Batsheva Part 2: The Punishment
November 01, 2021 06:00 - 23 minutes - 28.5 MBThe Book of Samuel II Episode 36: David and Batsheva Part 2: The Punishment Podcast Overview: Natan the prophet pronounces God’s harsh judgment against David. (Samuel II 11:16-12:23) Download Source Sheet A special note to the listener: In general, listeners … Read the rest The post Crises & Kings Episode 36: David and Batsheva Part 2: The Punishment first appeared on Elmad Online Learning. Continue reading Crises & Kings Episode 36: David and Batsheva Part 2: The Punishment at Elmad ...