
This series of shiurim will cover various topics in Tanach in depth. We will offer a combination of the best in modern academic scholarship and literary analysis along side classic meforshim and Midrashim. I will attempt to include my own interpretations in each series and offer a macro-view of what messages and insights a given portion of Tanach may be conveying. Bonus points for catching the pop... more
| Publishes | Twice weekly | Episodes | 147 | Founded | 2 years ago |
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Yechezkel Chapter 4: Ezekiel Bread
More symbolic acts in this chapter, which challenges us to understand what Ezekiel is meant to understand from these behaviors. Are they for him? For others? Both? We offer an approach that relates these strange ac... more
Paterfamilias: Decoding the Secrets of Mishnah Avot - episode 6
The controversy of Antigonis of Sokho
This week we ground the transition from Shimon HaTzaddik to Antigonis historically, and read exerpts from Ben Sira which is the source for the li... more
Paterfamilias: Decoding the Secrets of Mishnah Avot - episode 5
Simon the Righteous, a thrice told tale?
We round out our discussion of siyag and share Elias Bickerman's observation regarding the chain of tradition in Avot as a response to Matthew... more
Yechezkel Chapter 3: Shhhh, it's a trap!
In this chapter the prophet is again prompted to deliver his message to a recalcitrant people. Once again he is instructed to perform symbolic acts including remaining mute, shut in his home, and bound by rop... more
Paterfamilias: Decoding the Secrets of Mishnah Avot - episode 4
Who guards the guardians?
First we note that the idea of establishing many students is a Hillel, not a Shammai, pedagogical approach. Next we examine the concept of siyag (fence, boun... more
Yechezkel Chapter 2: Eating Woe
In this chapter the prophet recovers from the overwhelming theophany of the previous chapter and is endowed with a mission whose chances for success appear bleak. We wonder why it was necessary for Ezekiel to perform ... more
Paterfamilias: Decoding the Secrets of Mishnah Avot - episode 3
What was received at Sinai?
We return to the question of why the first Mishnah omits a mention of God as the giver of the Torah and instead focuses on the fact that the Torah was rece... more
Excursus on Maaseh Merkava - Theophany? Mystical Experience? Mind Palace?
We take a deep dive into the meaning of Ezekiel's vision of the divine transport, arguing what was envisioned was not in fact a chariot at all. We discuss some of the history ... more
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The episodes explore in-depth analysis of the Tanach, focusing on various narratives, key characters, and significant themes within the biblical text. Discussions cover historical contexts, moral dilemmas, and literary interpretations, intertwining modern scholarship with traditional commentaries. Notable episodes include examinations of King David's complex relationships and leadership struggles, alongside analyses of lesser-known figures and divine interactions. This series is distinct for its integration of pop culture references, making ancient texts relatable and engaging for contemporary audiences.
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