Knowledge on the Deeper Side

Of Angels and Food

How to Eat Like an Angel

Ice cream, boiled peanuts, brisket -- we all have our preferences. But can there be anything holy about our eating habits? Is there a noble side to digging in? Surprisingly, the answer is "Yes!" Find out how to take your gastronomic pursuits to the next level as we explore the surprising eating habits of angels.

Of Angels and Food

How to Eat Like an Angel

Ice cream, boiled peanuts, brisket -- we all have our preferences. But can there be anything holy about our eating habits? Is there a noble side to digging in? Surprisingly, the answer is "Yes!" Find out how to take your gastronomic pursuits to the next level as we explore the surprising eating habits of angels.

The Bible Course

Part 1, Lesson 3

With Rabbi Eliyahu Schusterman

Immerse yourself in the richness of the Jewish Scriptures and discover in the ancient texts hidden meanings that have been lost over centuries of translations. Take a closer look at famous biblical stories and at the lives of their characters as you take an unforgettable spiritual journey. This series focuses on the dramatic stories and powerful messages contained in the Torah, the Five Books of Moses.

The Bible Course

Part 1, Lesson 3

With Rabbi Eliyahu Schusterman

Immerse yourself in the richness of the Jewish Scriptures and discover in the ancient texts hidden meanings that have been lost over centuries of translations. Take a closer look at famous biblical stories and at the lives of their characters as you take an unforgettable spiritual journey. This series focuses on the dramatic stories and powerful messages contained in the Torah, the Five Books of Moses.

The Maimonidean Controversy

The Nexus of Faith and Reason in Judaism

In 1232, Dominican priests publicly burned Maimonides' "Guide for the Perplexed" in Montpellier, but this display was the result of a controversy within the Jewish community over the legitimacy of his work. How did one of the greatest rabbis of the Middle Ages become a flashpoint in the Jewish community? What was the ideological nature of this controversy? Much of this story hinges on the tensions between faith and reason, and we will gain clarity about this topic by examining the polemical writings on both sides of this debate.

The Maimonidean Controversy

The Nexus of Faith and Reason in Judaism

In 1232, Dominican priests publicly burned Maimonides' "Guide for the Perplexed" in Montpellier, but this display was the result of a controversy within the Jewish community over the legitimacy of his work. How did one of the greatest rabbis of the Middle Ages become a flashpoint in the Jewish community? What was the ideological nature of this controversy? Much of this story hinges on the tensions between faith and reason, and we will gain clarity about this topic by examining the polemical writings on both sides of this debate.

Artificial Love: Robots in Jewish Law

With Emory Professor Rabbi Moshe Goldfeder

(Recorded at the Intown Jewish Academy on November 11, 2017)

The artificial intelligence revolution has begun. With the rise of more human-like humanoids, important moral and legal questions need to be addressed in the areas of family law and religious law. Is there a valid basis to legalize human-to-robot marriage? May an intelligent robot be counted for a minyan? Jewish legal and technology expert Rabbi Moshe Goldfeder leads a dazzling discussion of the complex and fascinating issues surrounding robots.

Artificial Love: Robots in Jewish Law

With Emory Professor Rabbi Moshe Goldfeder

(Recorded at the Intown Jewish Academy on November 11, 2017)

The artificial intelligence revolution has begun. With the rise of more human-like humanoids, important moral and legal questions need to be addressed in the areas of family law and religious law. Is there a valid basis to legalize human-to-robot marriage? May an intelligent robot be counted for a minyan? Jewish legal and technology expert Rabbi Moshe Goldfeder leads a dazzling discussion of the complex and fascinating issues surrounding robots.

The Bible Course

Part 1, Lesson 2

With Rabbi Eliyahu Schusterman

Immerse yourself in the richness of the Jewish Scriptures and discover in the ancient texts hidden meanings that have been lost over centuries of translations. Take a closer look at famous biblical stories and at the lives of their characters as you take an unforgettable spiritual journey. This series focuses on the dramatic stories and powerful messages contained in the Torah, the Five Books of Moses.

The Bible Course

Part 1, Lesson 2

With Rabbi Eliyahu Schusterman

Immerse yourself in the richness of the Jewish Scriptures and discover in the ancient texts hidden meanings that have been lost over centuries of translations. Take a closer look at famous biblical stories and at the lives of their characters as you take an unforgettable spiritual journey. This series focuses on the dramatic stories and powerful messages contained in the Torah, the Five Books of Moses.