Pardes from Jerusalem
Pardes Institute of Jewish StudiesPardes from Jerusalem features a weekly discussion using Torah, Talmud and other Jewish texts to explain themes from the weekly Torah portion. The Pardes faculty is featured each week. For more information about all Pardes programs and events visit www.pardes.org.il.
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 317 | Founded | 20 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | JudaismEducationReligion & Spirituality | |||
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In this episode, Zvi Hirschfield and Rabbi Mike Feuer explore Parshat Vayera through the story of the Akeidah, reframing it not as Avraham’s test, but as Yitzchak’s act of awareness and choice. They discuss agency, sacrifice, and what it means to go ... more
When the world is on fire, who will stop and answer God’s call?
In this episode, Zvi Hirschfield and Gila Fine explore Parshat Lech Lecha through the famous midrash of the bira doleket—the burning building that leads Avraham to encounter God. They u... more
How do we rebuild a broken world without simply recreating the past?
In this episode, Zvi Hirschfield and Rabbi Leon Morris explore Parshat Noach as a story not just of destruction, but of renewal. They discuss God’s recalibration of expectations af... more
What does the creation story teach us about our partnership with God?
In this episode, Zvi Hirschfield and Aviva Lauer explore Parshat Bereshit and what the creation story reveals about humanity’s relationship with God. They discuss how rain, prayer... more
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- Always Thought-Provoking & Deeply Learned Torah from Pardes
This podcast from the Pardes Institute is one of my favorites and generally a “must listen” each week. The depth of knowledge is spectacular but what truly sets this podcast apart is its ability to cultivate an ever-present sense of humbleness in that to learn Torah is one of our greatest blessings and also our greatest challenge. To live it, to bring its wisdom to the forefront of all we do is truly a task for the ages. But we must try. Its wisdom is too profound, too desperately needed today. ... more
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United States2 months ago - Re’eh
I listen to this podcast nearly every week. Just now I was listening Yiscah Smith’s Re’eh episode. I stopped halfway through it to go into the grocery store. The place is packed on Erev Shabbat and I began to feel pretty panicked. A woman behind me in line smiled at me and made me feel so incredibly comforted. I thought of what Yiscah was saying about bringing that kind of purpose and connection to every day moments. I told her how I appreciated it and we had a lovely conversation. Thank you, Yi... more
Apple Podcasts5EvenewraUnited States3 months ago - Inspiring!
Excellent, engaging and well constructed show
Apple Podcasts5amandapixUnited States3 months ago - Wonderful podcast
I love listening each week to the Parshat Hashavua. Well done!
Apple Podcasts5ozivzimratyaUnited States3 months ago - Expansive gifts for zvi
Shalom from south Florida,
Thank you so much for this wonderful podcast. Ilene, the kids and myself are coming to Jerusalem this June to bring you some nachas. I finished a decade of teaching at Donna Klein high school and I am moving to miami to become an associate rabbi… along the way I had been working with gerim for the past three years. See you soon BH
Nachshon Carmi
Apple Podcasts5NDCARMIUnited States5 months ago
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This series provides in-depth discussions of weekly Torah portions, drawing connections from Jewish texts to contemporary issues and personal growth. Each episode is typically hosted by Zvi Hirschfield alongside various faculty members and guests from the Pardes Institute, who contribute their unique insights and expertise. The themes often explore complex moral and ethical dilemmas, societal responsibilities, and personal reflections, making it a thought-provoking resource for anyone interested in Judaism, spirituality, and the intersection between ancient teachings and modern life.
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Recent guests on Pardes from Jerusalem include:
1. Gila Fine
2. Nechama Goldman Barash
3. Rabbanit Shalhevet Kahana
4. Rabbi Dr. Tal Sessler
5. Aviva Wapner
6. Rabbi Michael Feuer
7. Raphael Polisuk
8. Irving Greenberg
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