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From the Bimah: Jewish Lessons for Life

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Bringing weekly Jewish insights into your life. Join Rabbi Wes Gardenswartz, Rabbi Michelle Robinson and Rav-Hazzan Aliza Berger of Temple Emanuel in Newton, MA as they share modern ancient wisdom.

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Rabbi Wes Gardenswartz
Rabbi at Temple Emanuel; co-host and senior voice on From the Bimah: Jewish Lessons for Life.
Rabbi Michelle Robinson
Rabbi at Temple Emanuel; co-host sharing practical spiritual guidance and caregiving themes.
Rav-Hazzan Aliza Berger
Rav-Hazzan at Temple Emanuel; co-host addressing leadership, curiosity, and Jewish life cycle moments.

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4.7 out of 5 stars from 13 ratings
  • Terrific sermons on timely topics

    These rabbis are fabulous and have their fingers on the pulse of what we need now. Recommended for all types of thoughtful and interested listeners. Even if you heard in synagogue already, they are a nice review.

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Strong focus on love, resilience, and community.
Guests bring diverse perspectives and deep insights into modern life.

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Talmud Class: Israel's War With Iran
Q: How is your neshama, how is your soul given all of the uncertainty?
There's a sense of fear and hopefulness, and now I feel proud of the Israeli Army's recent actions, which might lead to a new chapter in our history.
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Q: Do you think when Donniel and Yossi say that we're in a new era and it's a scary new era, do you think that that is accurate or hype?
Elias affirmed it's super accurate, noting the uncertainty of how it may develop further.

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