In this episode (recorded for Temple Beth-El’s virtual Shabbat service on December 5, 2020), Rabbi Knopf and his mother-in-law, poet, author, and master educator Carol Rose, discuss one of the Bible’s most disturbing stories -- the rape of Jacob and Leah’s daughter, Dinah -- and what that terrible tale has to teach us 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.