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Two Rabbis, Three OpinionsAuthor: Rabbi Yitzchok Adlerstein
A look at events, trends and people important to Anglo-Charedim, through the eyes of two rabbis with moxie. One is a newbie to Israel - Rabbi Yitzchok Adlerstein - the other a veteran - Rabbi Simi Lerner. And if that's not enough for them to disagree, they'll interview interesting folks, who may or may not be rabbis or rebbetzins. Language: en Genres: Judaism, Religion & Spirituality Contact email: Get it Feed URL: Get it iTunes ID: Get it |
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How Do I Love Thee? The Purpose of Learning Torah
Episode 8
Monday, 16 February, 2026
In this continuation of their discussion on Judaism's "mission statement," Rabbis Yitzchok Adlerstein and Simi Lerner turn to the question that lies at the heart of Jewish life: what exactly are we doing when we learn Torah? Is Torah primarily preparation for mitzvah observance, a path to personal growth, an intellectual pursuit, or something far more fundamental? Why has the Torah world sometimes been suspicious of searching for meaning in learning, insisting instead on Torah lishmah? And how can abstract sugyos that seem distant from daily life shape a Jew's mission and relationship with Hashem? Drawing on the Rambam, Maharal, Rav Hirsch, Ramchal, and the broader mesorah, the conversation explores Torah as encounter with the Divine mind, as the formative force of Jewish identity, and as the engine of personal and cosmic tikkun. The result is a thoughtful and wide-ranging exploration of why limud haTorah stands at the center of every authentic Jewish vision. Join Rabbi Adlerstein's Thursday night Maharal shiur at 8:30 Israel time by clicking here. Make sure to check out Rabbi Lerner's podcast Judaism From Within.
