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0 Torah Philosophy

Jon Levenson on Understanding the Binding of Isaac as the Bible Understands It (Rebroadcast)

Tikvah · 15 Nov

John Levenson, a renowned scholar, delves into the Binding of Isaac, analyzing its complex themes and context within ancient Near Eastern and biblical traditions.

0 Holidays Philosophy

The Jewish Holiday in Need of a Good Script Editor

Daniel Clarke-Serret in Future of Jewish · 3 Oct

Daniel Clarke-Serret critiques the nebulous nature of Rosh Hashanah, dubbing it a Jewish holiday in need of "a good script editor."

0 Holidays Torah

Even our biblical ancestors sometimes got it wrong

Jewish Chronicle · 15 Sep 2023

The text explores the narratives of Sarah, Hagar, Abraham, and Isaac in the Torah, particularly focusing on the exile of Ishmael and Hagar and the binding of Isaac.

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Jon Levenson on Understanding the Binding of Isaac as the Bible Understands It

Tikvah · 14 Sep 2023

In this discussion, Jon Levenson explores the meaning of the binding of Isaac, a story found in chapter 22 of Genesis.

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Jon Levenson on Understanding the Binding of Isaac as the Bible Understands It

Tikvah · 14 Sep 2023

In this discussion, Jonathan Silver speaks with Jon Levenson, a professor of Jewish studies, about the story of the Binding of Isaac from Genesis 22.

0 Music Culture

Has Leonard Cohen’s most Jewish song become a ‘Hallelujah’ for darker times?

PJ Grisar in Forward · 26 Oct 2022

Leonard Cohen's song "You Want It Darker" has emerged as a powerful anthem for unsettling times, resonating in various media for its dark, introspective tone.

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Family Ties: Ep. 301

Unorthodox · 13 Jan 2022

In this episode of Unorthodox, the guest, Liz Lange (previously known as Liz Steinberg), discusses her family's rise and fall, including her uncle Saul Steinberg, a corporate raider.

0 Culture Philosophy

Family Ties: Ep. 301

Unorthodox · 13 Jan 2022

In this episode of Unorthodox, Liz Lange shares stories of her family's rise and fall in "The Just Enough Family," shedding light on the complexities of wealth and identity.

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Letters, Winter 2021

Jewish Review of Books · 3 Jan 2021

This text discusses various topics in Jewish culture and scholarship.

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Take Your Son . . .

Abraham Socher in Jewish Review of Books · 16 Sep 2020

In "Take Your Son...", Aaron Koller discusses the story of the Binding of Isaac in Genesis 22.

0 Jewish Law Philosophy

Some Thoughts on the Binding of Isaac

Jerome M. Marcus in Lehrhaus · 2 Nov 2017

The story of the Binding of Isaac, or Akeidah, showcases Abraham's dilemma between obeying God's command to sacrifice his son and acting ethically.

0 Torah History

With the Binding of Isaac, Did Abraham Fail His Big Test?

David Sable in Tablet · 17 Oct 2017

The text examines the story of the Binding of Isaac from the perspective of whether Abraham failed the test imposed by God.

0 Literature Jewish Law

Upon Such Sacrifices: King Lear and the Binding of Isaac

Noah Millman in Jewish Review of Books · 18 Sep 2017

The article discusses the parallels between Shakespeare's play "King Lear" and the biblical story of the binding of Isaac.