In this episode (recorded for Temple Beth-El’s virtual Shabbat service on October 23, 2020), Rabbi Knopf and Rabbi Dr. Aryeh Cohen, professor Rabbinic Literature and Social Justice at the Ziegler School of Rabbinic Studies, explore the connections between Genesis' flood narrative and gun violence in America today.

“Socially Distant, Spiritually Close” is recorded during virtual gatherings of Temple Beth-El in Richmond, Virginia, and is produced by Dr. Gillian Frank. Our theme music is composed and produced by Stephen Frost. Our cover art was designed by Judith Rushin, using a photograph by Miriam Aniel. These teachings, presentations, and conversations reflect the dynamism, warmth, passion, and kindness of Temple Beth-El in Richmond, VA.