Israel's Declaration of Independence describes a nation founded on values "as envisaged by the prophets of Israel" while stopping short of any mention of democracy. What does this mean for issues of religion and state in 2022 and beyond? Rav Noam Himelstein and Rav Adi Krohn consider the history, politics, and modern day realities and discuss their visions for the future of halakha in the public sphere.

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Background music from "Ashreinu" by Omek HaDavar.
Recorded in the Old City of Jerusalem at Yeshivat Orayta (orayta.org).