Civil War, Jewish Unity, and the Vision of Jerusalem

Explore David's city to uncover the political and spiritual uniqueness of his vision, as reflected in 2 Samuel 5-6.

Explore why David was denied the honor of building the Temple, as revealed in 2 Samuel 7-10, and uncover the divine reasoning behind this decision.

Rabbi Soloveichik explores Rembrandt's etching, revealing profound insights about David through a small text space and artistic depiction.

Rabbi Soloveichik explores a Rembrandt painting in the Hermitage, revealing its dual interpretations from 2 Samuel 12-14.