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Judaism in the 21st CenturyAuthor: SLabkoff
Our intricate world presents intertwined challenges, from tech to politics. In the US, religion's role is subtly changing, influenced largely by the "the hubris of the present-day". Yet, civilizations before us offer insights, untainted by our world. Hidden past insights hold much relevance. The "Judaism in the 21st Century" podcast draws bygone wisdom on today's challenges. Sage guidance to navigate our complex world. This podcast reimagines current matters using historical perspectives. Rabbi Daniel Cohen and Dr. Steven Labkoff explore modern life, guided by Jewish sages' insights. Language: en Genres: Judaism, Religion & Spirituality Contact email: Get it Feed URL: Get it iTunes ID: Get it |
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Compassion, Loss, and Jewish Wisdom on Pets (S3, E20)
Episode 20
Sunday, 8 February, 2026
In this week’s episode of Judaism in the 21st Century, Dr. Steven Labkoff and Rabbi Daniel Cohen tackle a deeply personal and widely shared experience: facing end-of-life decisions for a beloved pet. Sparked by Steven’s aging cat, Perry, the conversation explores what Jewish tradition teaches about animal suffering, compassion, and responsibility.What does Judaism say about putting a pet out of pain? How is animal suffering understood differently from human suffering? And do animals possess something akin to a soul?This thoughtful, grounded discussion blends personal storytelling with Jewish ethics, offering clarity, comfort, and perspective for anyone who has loved a companion animal. A quiet but meaningful episode about grief, gratitude, and the moral weight of caring for life at its most vulnerable.
