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How a failed biblical uprising reveals the power of productive disagreement.
Mark Friedman, author of "Come Now, Let Us Reason Together," joins Madlik to explore Judaism's embrace of disagreement. We dive into the Korach story, contrasting it with the debates of Hillel and Shammai to illustrate how Judaism values constructive conflict. Friedman connects ancient Jewish wisdom to modern philosophical concepts, drawing parallels between Talmudic discourse and Karl Popper's theories on truth-seeking. The episode challenges the notion of absolute truth in religious interpretation, advocating for pluralism within tradition.
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Come Now, Let Us Reason Together: Uncovering the Torah's Liberal Values Paperback – December 30, 2024 by Mark D. Friedman
Safaria Source Sheet: https://www.sefaria.org/sheets/658585
Transcript on episode web page: https://madlik.com/2025/06/26/pluralism-in-judaism/
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How a failed biblical uprising reveals the power of productive disagreement.
Mark Friedman, author of "Come Now, Let Us Reason Together," joins Madlik to explore Judaism's embrace of disagreement. We dive into the Korach story, contrasting it with the debates of Hillel and Shammai to illustrate how Judaism values constructive conflict. Friedman connects ancient Jewish wisdom to modern philosophical concepts, drawing parallels between Talmudic discourse and Karl Popper's theories on truth-seeking. The episode challenges the notion of absolute truth in religious interpretation, advocating for pluralism within tradition.
Key TakeawaysSign up for free and get more from our weekly newsletter https://madlik.com/
Come Now, Let Us Reason Together: Uncovering the Torah's Liberal Values Paperback – December 30, 2024 by Mark D. Friedman
Safaria Source Sheet: https://www.sefaria.org/sheets/658585
Transcript on episode web page: https://madlik.com/2025/06/26/pluralism-in-judaism/
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