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What Does Judaism Say About...?
by Nachum Amsel
What does Judaism Say About...? is a podcast where we explore different values, ethical issues, or dilemmas relevant to the 21st century, and examine the normative Jewish viewpoint on each issue. Every week, a fascinating value and topic will be analyzed from the traditional Jewish perspective.
Episodes
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How to Build Jerusalem - Today and in the Future
Anyone who has visited Jerusalem in the last 30 years has seen ongoing building of new structures constantly in this city. And the debate reges between religions what this city should represent to the world. Yet, several Jewish passages gives and sources give the Jewish people guidance which...
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(123) How to Build Jerusalem - Today and in the Future
Anyone who has visited Jerusalem in the last 30 years has seen ongoing building of new structures constantly in this city. And the debate reges between religions what this city should represent to the world. Yet, several Jewish passages gives and sources give the Jewish people guidance which...
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Lag B'Omer – Why So Special and Different?
In the past 30 years, this "minor holiday" in Judaism, the 33rd day of counting the Omer, has taken on greater significance, and is the place of the largest gathering of Jews in the world every year in on this day (Meron in Israel). This podcast will discuss this mystical day, its deeper concepts...
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(122) Lag B'Omer – Why So Special and Different?
In the past 30 years, this "minor holiday" in Judaism, the 33rd day of counting the Omer, has taken on greater significance, and is the place of the largest gathering of Jews in the world every year in on this day (Meron in Israel). This podcast will discuss this mystical day, its deeper concepts...
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The Most Important Day of the Jewish Year
If Jews, even very knowledgeable Jews, had to choose the most important day of the Jewish year, there would be wide disagreement ,which day of the year it is. This is not merely an esoteric question, as the answer, according to the Rabbis, has many very practical ramifications. This podcase will...
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(121) The Most Important Day of the Jewish Year
If Jews, even very knowledgeable Jews, had to choose the most important day of the Jewish year, there would be wide disagreement ,which day of the year it is. This is not merely an esoteric question, as the answer, according to the Rabbis, has many very practical ramifications. This podcase will...
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Individuality and Conformity
All people have a need to think and behave as individuals, and in most countries today, this right is protected by law. But people also want to be part of a group and conform to others. How should people balance these two basic needs, and how does Judaism resolve how a Jew can think or behave…
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(120) Individuality and Conformity
All people have a need to think and behave as individuals, and in most countries today, this right is protected by law. But people also want to be part of a group and conform to others. How should people balance these two basic needs, and how does Judaism resolve how a Jew can think or behave…
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Underlying Values and Concepts of Passover
This holiday, the birthday of the Jewish people, is celebrated mainly in a family setting, at a once a year gathering, where Jewish families try to recreate the Exodus, not merely remember it. The Haggadah book of this night contains many deeper Jewish concepts that have kept the Jewish people...
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(119) Underlying Values and Concepts of Passover
This holiday, the birthday of the Jewish people, is celebrated mainly in a family setting, at a once a year gathering, where Jewish families try to recreate the Exodus, not merely remember it. The Haggadah book of this night contains many deeper Jewish concepts that have kept the Jewish people...
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Shabbat – Even Deeper Ideas- This week is Shabbat Hagadol
Based on seven simple questions how and why Shabbat is different from every other Mitzvah-commandment in Judaism, this podcast will show how Shabbat changed throughout history and, although other religions have a "day of rest", Shabbat is uniquely Jewish and the mystical engine that keeps the...
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(118) Shabbat – Even Deeper Ideas- This week is Shabbat Hagadol
Based on seven simple questions how and why Shabbat is different from every other Mitzvah-commandment in Judaism, this podcast will show how Shabbat changed throughout history and, although other religions have a "day of rest", Shabbat is uniquely Jewish and the mystical engine that keeps the...
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Underlying Values and Concepts of Shabbat
Shabbat is a unique and difficult concept – a day that is uniquely Jewish, and has helped the Jewish people remain alive as a people since the Torah was given. How and why is this so? The Torah gives two reasons why the Shabbat was given. This podcast will examine the macro and micro of these...
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(117) Underlying Values and Concepts of Shabbat
Shabbat is a unique and difficult concept – a day that is uniquely Jewish, and has helped the Jewish people remain alive as a people since the Torah was given. How and why is this so? The Torah gives two reasons why the Shabbat was given. This podcast will examine the macro and micro of these...
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Friendship
Many people have thousands of virtual "friends" but few or no "live" friends whom they hang out with in the real word. What is the definition of a true friend? What is the difference between a friend, an acquaintance and a companion? These questions will be analyzed in this podcast from a Jewish...
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(116) Friendship
Many people have thousands of virtual "friends" but few or no "live" friends whom they hang out with in the real word. What is the definition of a true friend? What is the difference between a friend, an acquaintance and a companion? These questions will be analyzed in this podcast from a Jewish...
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Human Dignity
While it is nice and ever proper to show everyone, even strangers, some basic respect, the basis of that respect differs greatly between Jews and others especially those who do not believe in a God. Judaism, careful to go to great lengths not to disrespect a person, and legislate against...
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(115) Human Dignity
While it is nice and ever proper to show everyone, even strangers, some basic respect, the basis of that respect differs greatly between Jews and others especially those who do not believe in a God. Judaism, careful to go to great lengths not to disrespect a person, and legislate against...
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Deeper Concept in Understanding Purim
This podcast will show the unusual aspects of Purim, and how it is different from every other Jewish holiday. It will shed light on the Purim Megillah story and ideas using the little analyzed poem following the Megillah. It will show an historical connection between the events of Purim and...
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(114) Deeper Concept in Understanding Purim
This podcast will show the unusual aspects of Purim, and how it is different from every other Jewish holiday. It will shed light on the Purim Megillah story and ideas using the little analyzed poem following the Megillah. It will show an historical connection between the events of Purim and...
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(113) Christianity and Judaism
In the last 60 years proselytizing movements such as "Jews for Jesus" have tried to show that a Jew can remain Jewish but can still be a good Christian. Although Christianity is an offshoot of Judaism, this podcast will show ten fundamental differences between the two religions and how the gap...
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Christianity and Judaism
In the last 60 years proselytizing movements such as "Jews for Jesus" have tried to show that a Jew can remain Jewish but can still be a good Christian. Although Christianity is an offshoot of Judaism, this podcast will show ten fundamental differences between the two religions and how the gap...
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Choices and Freedom
Although most people wish to be totally free in the way they live their lives, everyone agrees that total freedom (including the ability to harm others) must be restricted. This podcast will discuss which freedoms and which restrictions and proper, the unique Jewish definition of freedom, why…
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(112) Choices and Freedom
Although most people wish to be totally free in the way they live their lives, everyone agrees that total freedom (including the ability to harm others) must be restricted. This podcast will discuss which freedoms and which restrictions and proper, the unique Jewish definition of freedom, why…
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(111) Hypocrisy in Judaism
Even though most people loathe hypocrites who act in one manner while believing something completely different, hypocrisy is rampant in western society. Why is that true? This podcast will analyze this concept from a Jewish perspective and why this behavior is so detestable in Judaism.
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Hypocrisy in Judaism
Even though most people loathe hypocrites who act in one manner while believing something completely different, hypocrisy is rampant in western society. Why is that true? This podcast will analyze this concept from a Jewish perspective and why this behavior is so detestable in Judaism.
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The Jewish View of Pain
Pain is something that all people try to shy away from and avoid if possible, and yet, is experienced by every living being. This podcast will analyze pain from the Jewish perspective and show that it is not only necessary but is also a positive part of life, based on the traditional sources.
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(110) The Jewish View of Pain
Pain is something that all people try to shy away from and avoid if possible, and yet, is experienced by every living being. This podcast will analyze pain from the Jewish perspective and show that it is not only necessary but is also a positive part of life, based on the traditional sources.
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Judging Everything Favorably in Judaism – Good Idea or Requirement?
It is almost human nature that when something goes wrong, we attribute fault to others, even when alternative explanations are available and often the reality. Judaism and its sources clearly want a Jew to think good of other people in all situations; especially then various explanations are...
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(109) Judging Everything Favorably in Judaism – Good Idea or Requirement?
It is almost human nature that when something goes wrong, we attribute fault to others, even when alternative explanations are available and often the reality. Judaism and its sources clearly want a Jew to think good of other people in all situations; especially then various explanations are...
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(108) The Ethics of Torture in Judaism
Although abhorred by most people, evil people have used torture since the beginning of time and continue to udo so today. Why? This podcast will discuss the concept of torture, torture against Jews through the ages, and debate if it is ever permissible, especially when there is a ticking bomb...
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The Ethics of Torture in Judaism
Although abhorred by most people, evil people have used torture since the beginning of time and continue to udo so today. Why? This podcast will discuss the concept of torture, torture against Jews through the ages, and debate if it is ever permissible, especially when there is a ticking bomb...
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Downloading Songs and Videos from the Internet – What Does Judaism Say About it?
Many or most people, who would never steal any tangible object from a store, believe it is not violating ethics or the law to download copyrighted material from the Internet, such as songs or books, without paying for it. Is downloading considered stealing, especially when there is virtually no...
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(107) Downloading Songs and Videos from the Internet – What Does Judaism Say About it?
Many or most people, who would never steal any tangible object from a store, believe it is not violating ethics or the law to download copyrighted material from the Internet, such as songs or books, without paying for it. Is downloading considered stealing, especially when there is virtually no...
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Should We Give Honor To a Leader Who Sinned?
Almost every democratic country, including the United States and Israel, has leaders and even presidents who broke the law and sinned, and some even went to jail. After this punishment, how does Judaism instruct people to view these leaders? Should they be honored because of their past service…
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(106) Should We Give Honor To a Leader Who Sinned?
Almost every democratic country, including the United States and Israel, has leaders and even presidents who broke the law and sinned, and some even went to jail. After this punishment, how does Judaism instruct people to view these leaders? Should they be honored because of their past service…
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(105) Reincarnation in Judaism
This podcast will show the specific Jewish belief of Gilgul (a circle), how human souls come back to life. It will discuss various views and specifics within Judaism, allusions from the scripture, and the great disputes between many prominent Rabbis who vehemently disagree with the entire concept...
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Reincarnation in Judaism
This podcast will show the specific Jewish belief of Gilgul (a circle), how human souls come back to life. It will discuss various views and specifics within Judaism, allusions from the scripture, and the great disputes between many prominent Rabbis who vehemently disagree with the entire concept...
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Revenge in Judaism: Is It Ever Justified?
This podcast will discuss the emotion of revenge, and why it is so intense in human beings. It will explain why it is forbidden in Judaism, and the nuances of the two forms of revenge mentioned in the Torah. It will also reveal the exceptions – when revenge is indeed permitted in traditional...
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(104) Revenge in Judaism: Is It Ever Justified?
This podcast will discuss the emotion of revenge, and why it is so intense in human beings. It will explain why it is forbidden in Judaism, and the nuances of the two forms of revenge mentioned in the Torah. It will also reveal the exceptions – when revenge is indeed permitted in traditional...
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(103) Underlying Values and Concepts of Chanukah
This podcast will analyze the deep Jewish values contained within the numerous aspects of the Chanukah story and miracles. This includes why the holiday had different narratives in the prayers and Talmud, the connection between the two miracles, the special need to publicize the miracle and why…
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Underlying Values and Concepts of Chanukah
This podcast will analyze the deep Jewish values contained within the numerous aspects of the Chanukah story and miracles. This includes why the holiday had different narratives in the prayers and Talmud, the connection between the two miracles, the special need to publicize the miracle and why…
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The Torah Reaction to the Madoff and other Financial Scandals
This podcast will analyze why greed is so prevalent today, what makes people greedy and why it is such a grave sin in Judaism. It will also discuss what to do about it and how the Rabbis viewed this sin, which has been with humanity since the beginning.
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(102) The Torah Reaction to the Madoff and other Financial Scandals
This podcast will analyze why greed is so prevalent today, what makes people greedy and why it is such a grave sin in Judaism. It will also discuss what to do about it and how the Rabbis viewed this sin, which has been with humanity since the beginning.
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The Jewish View of Child Abuse
Child sexual abuse is a hideous crime present in all societies, even in the Jewish community. This podcast will discuss how to deal with alleged perpetrators when clear evidence of the crime is almost impossible to come by. Is a child's accusation enough to destroy an adult's life? Should a rabbi...
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(101) The Jewish View of Child Abuse
Child sexual abuse is a hideous crime present in all societies, even in the Jewish community. This podcast will discuss how to deal with alleged perpetrators when clear evidence of the crime is almost impossible to come by. Is a child's accusation enough to destroy an adult's life? Should a rabbi...
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The Normative Jewish View of The Golem
In Jewish legend, the mythical In Jewish tradition, the Golem is a creature formed from inanimate matter, and brought to life through mystical means, often involving Hebrew letters and divine names. The concept of the Golem is rooted in Kabbalistic mysticism. This podcast will examine how…
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(100) The Normative Jewish View of The Golem
In Jewish legend, the mythical In Jewish tradition, the Golem is a creature formed from inanimate matter, and brought to life through mystical means, often involving Hebrew letters and divine names. The concept of the Golem is rooted in Kabbalistic mysticism. This podcast will examine how…
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Jewish Concepts of Kaddish and Its Importance
The Kaddish prayer, recited numerous times in each Jewish prayer service, but only in the synagogue, is a mourner's prayer on one of tis forms, even though death is not mentioned in the prayer. This podcast will help explain the specific importance of this prayer, its meaning, why it is in the...
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(99) Jewish Concepts of Kaddish and Its Importance
The Kaddish prayer, recited numerous times in each Jewish prayer service, but only in the synagogue, is a mourner's prayer on one of tis forms, even though death is not mentioned in the prayer. This podcast will help explain the specific importance of this prayer, its meaning, why it is in the...
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What does Judaism Say About...? is a podcast where we explore different values, ethical issues, or dilemmas relevant to the 21st century, and examine the normative Jewish viewpoint on each issue. Every week, a fascinating value and topic will be analyzed from the traditional Jewish perspective.
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Nachum Amsel
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