Parsha in Progress

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Parsha in Progress episodes

September 02, 2019 The Kings and the Torah (Shoftim): Ep. 25
This week, Dov and Abby discuss the laws in the Bible regulating kingship, and what it means to be a moral leader.

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11 min
August 19, 2019 Does God Require Gratitude? (Eikev): Ep. 24
This week, Abby and Dov consider the biblical warning against pride and the importance of cultivating gratitude

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11 min
August 05, 2019 Why The Bible Repeats Itself (Devarim): Ep. 23
This week, Dov and Abby discuss the strange features of the book of Deuteronomy, and the costs and benefits of retelling national stories

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12 min
July 22, 2019 When Daughters Talk Back (Pinchas): Ep. 22
This week, Dov and Abby consider the five daughters of Zelophechad, who asked to be allowed to inherit their father’s land as daughters, and examine when pushing back on injustice reaps rewards.

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12 min
July 08, 2019 Water From A Rock (Chukat): Ep 21
This week, Dov and Abby discuss why exactly Moses was denied entry into the promised land, and whether he got enough recognition for his leadership.

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13 min
June 24, 2019 Where There Be Giants (Shlach): Ep. 20
This week, Dov and Abby consider whether reliance on divine miracles is risky or brave, by analyzing the different actions of the Israelite spies sent to investigate the land of Canaan.

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12 min
June 10, 2019 When Sacred Texts Demand Sexist Acts (Naso): Ep. 19
This week, Dov and Abby disagree over whether unethical Bible passages should be reinterpreted, or disregarded, in modern times.

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12 min
May 27, 2019 Can Punishment Be Holy? (Bechukotai): Ep. 18
This week, Dov and Abby look at the list of punishments promised for violating God’s commandments, and question the value of religious activity motivated by fear

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9 min
May 13, 2019 What Does Charity Mean? (Emor): Ep. 17
This week, Dov and Abby look at the Bible’s practical guides for giving to those in need, and considers how different ways of giving manifest today.
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10 min
April 29, 2019 Offloading of Sins (Achrei Mot): Ep. 16
This week, Dov and Abby discuss the scapegoat who is sent to die for the sins of the people of Israel, and debate how the Torah can guide us in our own grappling with guilt and forgiveness.
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11 min

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Parsha in Progress is the latest podcast by Tablet Magazine. Perfect for anyone interested in the Bible, every other week hosts Rabbi Dov Linzer and author Abigail Pogrebin, an Orthodox rabbi and a…