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Episode 13·May 21, 2024
The Handwritten Hope and the Resurrection of the Dead
Explore how the second blessing of the Amidah inspired Israel's national anthem, "Hatikvah," and its historical significance.
Journey Through The Siddur·Episode 12·May 20, 2024
Begin, Sadat, and the Shield of Abraham
A correspondence between Menachem Begin and Anwar Sadat helps illuminate the meaning of the first blessing of the silent amidah prayer.
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