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Episode 6·Jul 9, 2021
The Origin of Jewish Humor: Isaac’s Birth and the Birth of Laughter
Abraham and Sarah's laughter at Isaac's birth reveals profound insights into Jewish identity and the significance of names in biblical narratives.
Bible 365·Episode 5·Jul 8, 2021
To Choose the Jews: Understanding the Election of Abraham
The British journalist Norman Ewer supposedly quipped, “How odd/of God/to choose/the Jews.” Even many traditional Jews misunderstand why it was Abraham that was chosen by the Almighty, but a careful reading of Genesis allows us to divine the intentions of the Divine.
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Synchronizing Heaven and Earth
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