Tag: Rationalism

The text discusses various perspectives on Pesach from a rationalist viewpoint, covering topics such as the size of a kezayis, the significance of eating matzah, and the debates around traditional practices.
The article discusses the Enlightenment and its relevance today.
This article discusses a Facebook exchange between individuals representing the charedi and dati-leumi (Zionist-religious) perspectives on Torah and avodas Hashem (service to God).
The author discusses the radical halachic difference between rationalists and mystics regarding the mitzvah of shiluach ha-kein, which appears in this week's Torah reading.
In this discussion, the focus is on the Vilna Gaon's response to rationalistic thought, questioning whether rational thought should be completely avoided or if there are situations where it is necessary.
The author discusses the skepticism around the miracle of the oil lasting for eight days during Hanukkah and the denial of miracles in general in the context of the Enlightenment.
The text discusses the concept of rationalism from a Torah perspective, focusing on figures like Spinoza and Einstein.
Zohar Atkins, a philosopher and rabbi, discusses the relationship between philosophy and Torah in Judaism in this episode of the 18Forty Podcast.
In this episode of the 18Forty Podcast, Zohar Atkins, a Rabbi and philosopher, discusses the relationship between philosophy and Judaism.
In this episode of the 18Forty Podcast, Dr. Ora Wiskind, a professor and author, shares her personal and academic journey, and discusses her approach to mysticism.
Dr. Ora Wiskind, a professor and author, shares her personal and academic journey with mysticism in this episode of the 18Forty Podcast.
In this episode of the 18Forty Podcast, social worker and kabbalist Joey Rosenfeld explores the differences between mysticism and rationalism and the potential roles they can play in our lives.
In this episode of the 18Forty Podcast, social worker and kabbalist Joey Rosenfeld discusses the differences between mysticism and rationalism and their roles in our lives.
The article discusses the phenomenon of Modern Orthodox teenagers leaving halakhic observance, attributing it not to mere rebellion but to a rationalist perspective that challenges the truth claims of Jewish law.
The text explores the complex relationship between Maimonides and mysticism, challenging the common perception of him as solely a rationalist opposed to mysticism.
In the book "Maimonides, Spinoza and Us: Toward an Intellectually Vibrant Judaism" by Rabbi Marc D. Angel, the discussion revolves around the similarities and differences between 12th-century Rabbi Maimonides and 17th-century philosopher Spinoza, focusing on their views on God, rationalism, superstition, and the future of Judaism.