
Uncover the complexity, beauty, and struggle at the heart of Jewish prayer in Thoughts & Prayers, a new limited podcast series from the Shalom Hartman Institute. The series invites listeners into a deep exploration of the relationship between religion and modernity through the lens of Jewish prayer. In each episode, host Jessica Fisher weaves together personal stories, classical texts, and convers... more
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 6 | Founded | 2 months ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | JudaismSpiritualityReligion & Spirituality | |||

How does prayer connect us to one another when we’re divided by belief, distance, or time?
In this final episode of Thoughts & Prayers, host Jessica Fisher explores how Jewish prayer can both strengthen and strain our sense of peoplehood. From the u... more
What happens when the Israel of our prayers looks different from the Israel of our headlines? In this episode of Thoughts & Prayers, host Jessica Fisher explores how the creation of a Jewish state has transformed Jewish prayer, and how prayer shapes ... more
What does it mean to say “God bless America” — and who are we praying to when we do? In this episode of Thoughts & Prayers, host Jessica Fisher examines how Jewish prayer and American politics intertwine, from the synagogue’s prayer for the governmen... more
How do we balance our individual spiritual needs with our responsibilities to community? In this episode of Thoughts & Prayers, host Jessica Fisher
explores the tension between private devotion and communal obligation when it comes to how we pray. Th... more
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Blowing my mind !
I could not be more thankful to have come across this podcast. It is exactly what I was looking for. Production quality and journalism of This American Life with the profundity and cautious optimism of the Parsha Podcast.
My rational brain has long struggled with the very concept of prayer and so I’m deeply grateful to R. Jessica Fisher and SHI for grappling with this complex issue in such a beautiful and meaningful way. Thank you! I’m looking forward to learning with you.
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The series offers a comprehensive exploration of Jewish prayer, examining its profound implications and varied practices in contemporary life. Through personal narratives, scholarly insights, and dialogues with esteemed rabbis and educators, it tackles the intersections of prayer, community, personal spirituality, and modern societal issues. Episodes often reflect on themes such as the role of prayer in moments of tragedy, the impact of politics on spiritual practices, and the delicate balance between individual beliefs and collective identities. Notably, the series seems to foster a rich dialogue among diverse Jewish voices, suggesting an emphasis on inclusivity and the evolving nature of faith in a complex world, making it appealing to li... more
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Recent guests on Thoughts & Prayers include:
1. Rachel Jacoby Rosenfield
2. Yehuda Kurtzer
3. Yael Splansky
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5. Tamar Elad-Appelbaum
6. Tomer Persico
7. Akiva Mattenson
8. Rabbi Eli Weinstock
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