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Episode 18 - To Be a Realist in Israel is to Believe in Miracles (with Rabbi Litvin)

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Rabbi Litvin discusses his background as a rabbi in Kentucky and the rich Jewish history in the state. He shares his personal journey to becoming a rabbi and the impact his parents had on his decision. The conversation then delves into the significance of Israel and the transformative experience of visiting the country. He also addresses the issue of religions that choose hate and the differences between Judaism, Christianity, and Islam. The conversation concludes with a discussion on the misconceptions surrounding borders and the two-state solution in Israel. The conversation covers various topics related to the Israeli-Palestinian conflict, including misinformation, the right of return, the refugee crisis, the concept of miracles in Israeli wars, and the war on Abrahamic faiths. It also discusses the debunking of false arguments, leadership and corruption, the insanity of anti-Semitism, and the significance of the Abraham Accords.


Rabbi Shlomo Litvin is an emissary of the Lubavitcher Rebbe, Rabbi Menachem Mendel Schneerson, the foremost Jewish leader in American History and the one individual more than any other singularly responsible for stirring the conscience and spiritual awakening of world Jewry. Rabbi Litvin together with his wife Shoshi serves as Director of Chabad of the Bluegrass, eastern Kentucky's branch of Chabad Lubavitch, the largest worldwide Jewish organization. They also run Chabad's Jewish Student Center at the University of Kentucky.


Rabbi Litvin is the second rabbi in Kentucky's history to be born in the commonwealth and return to Kentucky to serve his community. He is a proud graduate of Louisville Jewish Day School, the only Jewish school in the Commonwealth, and of Tomchei Tmimim in Israel. He resides in Lexington with his wife Shoshi, and their 7 young children Kah.


Takeaways

  • Kentucky has a rich Jewish history dating back to 1790, and there are currently around 2,000 Jews in the Lexington Greater Area.
  • The significance of Israel lies in its status as the only Jewish majority state in the world and its historical and religious importance.
  • Religions that choose hate often rely on replacement theology and deny the legitimacy of other faiths.
  • The mass revelation at Sinai is a central belief in Judaism, where 3.5 million people witnessed God's presence and heard His words.
  • The concept of borders and the two-state solution in Israel is complex, with historical and political implications that require careful consideration. Misinformation and biased articles can lead to misguided debates and misunderstandings about the Israeli-Palestinian conflict.
  • The concept of the right of return for Palestinians is complex and requires a nuanced understanding of historical context.
  • The refugee crisis and the lack of countries willing to take in Jewish refugees highlights the importance of Israel's right of return.
  • The belief in miracles plays a significant role in the Israeli wars and the establishment of Israel as a nation.
  • Anti-Semitism and the war on Abrahamic faiths contribute to the complexity of the conflict and hinder the search for peace.
  • The Abraham Accords have the potential to bring about positive change and promote peace in the region.


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