EPISODE · Aug 4, 2025 · 34 MIN
Dragon Slaying Ep#55 Faith vs. Conflict: Israel & Palestine Explained | Tom Bittker & Mike Dallen
from Dragon Slaying: Conversations on Self-Transformation · host Tom Bittker, MD, MA
In this powerful and thought-provoking episode, Dr. Thomas E. Bittker sits down with biblical scholar, attorney, and author Mike Dallen to explore one of the most polarizing and emotionally charged issues of our time: the Israeli-Palestinian conflict.Together, they confront the explosive accusations of genocide against Israel, the historical and theological origins of the term "Palestinian," and the ideological war being waged on college campuses and across global media. With deep respect for historical accuracy and spiritual truth, Mike Dallen challenges modern narratives using insights from Torah, biblical history, and international law.But this conversation goes beyond geopolitics. Dr. Bittker and Mike Dallen also delve into the power of faith, the purpose of Jewish identity, the danger of moral relativism, and the importance of maintaining spiritual discipline in a chaotic world. Mike shares how his daily practice of prayer and Torah study helps him maintain emotional and ethical clarity amidst global confusion and rising antisemitism.This is not just a discussion—it's a call to intellectual honesty, moral courage, and deeper spiritual grounding.📘 Featured Book: “The Rainbow Covenant” by Mike Dallen — an accessible guide to the universal values of Torah and their relevance today.🙏 Please keep Norman, our editor, in your prayers as he navigates health challenges and prepares for his journey to Mecca.#IsraelPalestine #MiddleEastConflict #MikeDallen #ThomasBittker #TheRainbowCovenant #JewishPerspective #TorahWisdom #FaithAndPolitics #ReligiousDialogue #CognitiveDissonance #UNRWA #BiblicalHistory #TruthInScripture #JudaismToday #HumanEthics
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In this powerful and thought-provoking episode, Dr. Thomas E. Bittker sits down with biblical scholar, attorney, and author Mike Dallen to explore one of the most polarizing and emotionally charged issues of our time: the Israeli-Palestinian conflict.Together, they confront the explosive accusations of genocide against Israel, the historical and theological origins of the term "Palestinian," and the ideological war being waged on college campuses and across global media. With deep respect for historical accuracy and spiritual truth, Mike Dallen challenges modern narratives using insights from Torah, biblical history, and international law.But this conversation goes beyond geopolitics. Dr. Bittker and Mike Dallen also delve into the power of faith, the purpose of Jewish identity, the danger of moral relativism, and the importance of maintaining spiritual discipline in a chaotic world. Mike shares how his daily practice of prayer and Torah study helps him maintain emotional and ethical clarity amidst global confusion and rising antisemitism.This is not just a discussion—it's a call to intellectual honesty, moral courage, and deeper spiritual grounding.📘 Featured Book: “The Rainbow Covenant” by Mike Dallen — an accessible guide to the universal values of Torah and their relevance today.🙏 Please keep Norman, our editor, in your prayers as he navigates health challenges and prepares for his journey to Mecca.#IsraelPalestine #MiddleEastConflict #MikeDallen #ThomasBittker #TheRainbowCovenant #JewishPerspective #TorahWisdom #FaithAndPolitics #ReligiousDialogue #CognitiveDissonance #UNRWA #BiblicalHistory #TruthInScripture #JudaismToday #HumanEthics
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