Knowledge on the Deeper Side

Anti-Semitism: Its Root, Our Response

Part 2 - Our Response to Anti-Semitism

With Rabbi Ari Sollish

(Recorded live at the Intown Jewish Academy on July 16, 2019)

Anti-Semitism is defined as hostility toward or discrimination against Jews as a religious, ethnic, or racial group. We are experiencing an increase in anti-Semitic incidents in the United States and around the world. Why? And what should our response be? Join us for a timely look at the roots of hate, and what we can do about it.

Anti-Semitism: Its Root, Our Response

Part 2 - Our Response to Anti-Semitism

With Rabbi Ari Sollish

(Recorded live at the Intown Jewish Academy on July 16, 2019)

Anti-Semitism is defined as hostility toward or discrimination against Jews as a religious, ethnic, or racial group. We are experiencing an increase in anti-Semitic incidents in the United States and around the world. Why? And what should our response be? Join us for a timely look at the roots of hate, and what we can do about it.

When You Dream a Dream

The Power of Imagination and Thought

With Rabbi Ari Sollish

(Recorded live at the Intown Jewish Academy on July 17, 2019)

In an effort to understand Judaism's fascination with dreams, we explore the human capacity for prophecy and examine scenarios in which a single thought can make a world of difference.

When You Dream a Dream

The Power of Imagination and Thought

With Rabbi Ari Sollish

(Recorded live at the Intown Jewish Academy on July 17, 2019)

In an effort to understand Judaism's fascination with dreams, we explore the human capacity for prophecy and examine scenarios in which a single thought can make a world of difference.

Decoding the Universe - Part 30

"Anthropomorphism!"

With Rabbi Ari Sollish

(Recorded live at the Intown Jewish Academy on July 14, 2019)

Is G-d wise? Is G-d kind? Is G-d compassionate? Looking at Scripture and the many verses that describe G-s as being "wise," "kind," and "compassionate," the answer would seem to be yes.

But Jewish wisdom begs to differ.

The great scholar and philosopher Maimonides himself debunks this notions in his Thirteen Principles of Jewish Faith. He writes:

"We believe that this Oneness is neither a body nor a bodily force, nor is He subject to any bodily characteristics... For if He had a body, He could be compared to other bodies. All the corporeal terms used in the Scriptures to describe Him -- such as walking, standing, sitting, speaking etc. -- are metaphorical... This is the third Principle, as affirmed by the verse (Deuteronomy 4:15) 'You have not seen any image,' that is to say, you cannot conceive of Him as having any form because, as stated, He is neither a body nor a bodily force."

Why, then, does Torah speak of G-d in anthropomorphic terms? And what practical lesson can we learn from this?

In this session of Kabbalah & Coffee we explore these perplexing descriptions of G-d and discover their mystical meaning.

Decoding the Universe - Part 30

"Anthropomorphism!"

With Rabbi Ari Sollish

(Recorded live at the Intown Jewish Academy on July 14, 2019)

Is G-d wise? Is G-d kind? Is G-d compassionate? Looking at Scripture and the many verses that describe G-s as being "wise," "kind," and "compassionate," the answer would seem to be yes.

But Jewish wisdom begs to differ.

The great scholar and philosopher Maimonides himself debunks this notions in his Thirteen Principles of Jewish Faith. He writes:

"We believe that this Oneness is neither a body nor a bodily force, nor is He subject to any bodily characteristics... For if He had a body, He could be compared to other bodies. All the corporeal terms used in the Scriptures to describe Him -- such as walking, standing, sitting, speaking etc. -- are metaphorical... This is the third Principle, as affirmed by the verse (Deuteronomy 4:15) 'You have not seen any image,' that is to say, you cannot conceive of Him as having any form because, as stated, He is neither a body nor a bodily force."

Why, then, does Torah speak of G-d in anthropomorphic terms? And what practical lesson can we learn from this?

In this session of Kabbalah & Coffee we explore these perplexing descriptions of G-d and discover their mystical meaning.

Anti-Semitism: Its Root, Our Response

Part 1 - The Spiritual Root of Anti-Semitism

With Rabbi Ari Sollish

(Recorded live at the Intown Jewish Academy on July 11, 2019)

Anti-Semitism is defined as hostility toward or discrimination against Jews as a religious, ethnic, or racial group. We are experiencing an increase in anti-Semitic incidents in the United States and around the world. Why? And what should our response be? Join us for a timely look at the roots of hate, and what we can do about it.

Anti-Semitism: Its Root, Our Response

Part 1 - The Spiritual Root of Anti-Semitism

With Rabbi Ari Sollish

(Recorded live at the Intown Jewish Academy on July 11, 2019)

Anti-Semitism is defined as hostility toward or discrimination against Jews as a religious, ethnic, or racial group. We are experiencing an increase in anti-Semitic incidents in the United States and around the world. Why? And what should our response be? Join us for a timely look at the roots of hate, and what we can do about it.

All's Well

A Fresh Perspective on Life's Miracles

With Rabbi Ari Sollish

(Recorded live at the Intown Jewish Academy on July 10, 2019)

When we look back at rough times and see how things turned out for the best, we become aware of the miracles in our lives. But perhaps the greatest miracles are the ones we are not even aware of. When we keep in mind the work G-d is doing for us, we can truly be at ease.

All's Well

A Fresh Perspective on Life's Miracles

With Rabbi Ari Sollish

(Recorded live at the Intown Jewish Academy on July 10, 2019)

When we look back at rough times and see how things turned out for the best, we become aware of the miracles in our lives. But perhaps the greatest miracles are the ones we are not even aware of. When we keep in mind the work G-d is doing for us, we can truly be at ease.