Tag: Jewish Philosophy

The text explores the intersection of progressive politics and Judaism, particularly focusing on the challenges faced by individuals who identify with both realms.
In the final episode of the series on Rambam's 13 principles of faith, this podcast delves into the unresolved mysteries surrounding Resurrection.
Aaron Zeitlin delves into his father Hillel Zeitlin's philosophical and theological perspectives on Jewish history, emphasizing the unique national identity and historical mission of the Jewish people.
This text discusses a conversation about "Moreh HaNebukhim" involving Dr. Lenn E Goodman, an American Jewish philosopher, and Eli Shaubi, a Ph. D. graduate student at The Hebrew University of Jerusalem.
Dr. Lenn Evan Goodman, an American Jewish philosopher, engages in a conversation about Moreh HaNebukhim.
Delphine Horvilleur, the rabbi of Synagogue Beaugrenelle in Paris, France, and a prominent figure in liberal Judaism, has authored a book titled "Living with Our Dead."
Shai Held's book, "Judaism Is about Love: Recovering the Heart of Jewish Life," argues that love is a central theme in Judaism, countering historical Christian misconceptions and internalized Jewish negativity towards this idea.
Debra Band's illustrated volume "Qohelet: Searching for a Life Worth Living" with commentary by Menachem Fisch delves into the existential ponderings of the biblical book of Kohelet, or Ecclesiastes, attributed to King Solomon.
Chaim Goldberg responds to Tzvi Goldstein's essay on Centrist Orthodoxy and Haredi Orthodoxy by highlighting nuances in Ramhal's Mesilat Yesharim that challenge Goldstein's interpretation.
The text explores the challenge of controlling our thoughts, using the analogy of trying not to think about a pink elephant.
In his 1967 essay, Professor Isadore Twersky challenged previous views on Maimonides by rejecting both Leo Strauss's idea that Maimonides was primarily a philosopher and Yeshayahu Leibowitz's belief that he was mainly a rabbi.
Maimonides, a renowned rabbinic authority and philosopher of the Middle Ages, was also a prolific physician who authored various medical works focusing on a wide range of topics such as ailments, treatments, and general health guidelines.
Rabbi Yakov Danishefsky, a licensed social worker, discusses the relationship between our mental health and connections with others, including God, in the 18Forty Podcast.
Aharon Frazer reflects on the sanctity of human life amidst violence, exploring the Torah's nuanced approach to basic human morality.
In this episode, Rabbi Yaakov Wolbe discusses Maimonides' epistle on resurrection, explaining that there were questions and doubts about Maimonides' views during his lifetime.
In a recent conversation on the Tikvah Podcast, Yehuda Halper and host Jonathan Silver discuss Moses Maimonides' philosophical masterpiece, "The Guide of the Perplexed" (Moreh ha Nevukhim).
In this episode of Jewish History Nerds, Yael and Schwab discuss the world of 18th-century Jewish mysticism through the life of Hillel Ba'al Shem and his manuscript "Sefer HaCheshek."
In this essay, the author explores three philosophical arguments for the existence of God: the cosmological argument, the teleological argument, and the ontological argument.
In this conversation, Yehuda Halper, an Israeli professor of Jewish philosophy, joins Mosaic editor Jonathan Silver to discuss the medieval rabbinic sage and Jewish philosopher Maimonides.
Exploring the presence of dogs in Ancient Egypt, this YouTube video delves into a verse about Israelites and discusses its connections to cats, mice, and philosophy.
The author presents two poems that explore the relationship between God and the world.
Albert Levis, a Greek Holocaust survivor and owner of the Wilburton Inn in Vermont, has dedicated his life to promoting his Formal Theory of Behavior, which he believes holds the key to achieving world peace.
In a lighthearted article, the author presents 24 humorous predictions for pop culture in 2024.
The article discusses the concept of climate anxiety and its similarity to religious expressions of fear and repentance.
This episode delves into the Vilna Gaon's interpretation of Tzadikim, Banonim, and Reshaim, comparing it to the teachings of Tanya on the same subject.