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JUDAISM DEMYSTIFIED | A Guide for Today's Perplexed: Confronting the Challenges of This GenerationAuthor: Ben and Benzi Geonic-Maimonidean
Do you have questions that the educational system didn't adequately address? Today, there are many who don't find Torah to be compelling or relevant as we are faced with unprecedented challenges such as the OTD phenomenon, suppression of ideas, cover-ups, assimilation, skepticism, biblical criticism, charlatanism, atheism, and a slew of other existential threats. As 2 lifelong Sepharadi friends, we decided to create the Torah content we couldn't find elsewhere: long-form discussions with thinkers from various areas of expertise, presenting unique insights that inspire a return to fundamentals. Language: en Genres: Judaism, Religion & Spirituality Contact email: Get it Feed URL: Get it iTunes ID: Get it Trailer: |
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Episode 113: Joshua Skarf "Torah Through the Lens of Architecture"
Episode 113
Sunday, 26 January, 2025
In this episode, we sit down with architect and author Joshua Skarf to discuss his fascinating book, ArchitecTorah: Architectural Ideas in Judaism and the Weekly Torah Portion. Skarf offers a unique perspective on how the principles of architecture and engineering can deepen our understanding of Torah, shedding new light on iconic narratives and themes. We explore the inspiration behind his work and the four categories into which the book is organized, each demonstrating the profound connections between architecture and Torah study. Together, we dive into key chapters, including a fresh look at the burning bush through an architectural lens, how brickmaking in Egypt informs our understanding of the Israelites' labor, and the role of wind patterns in the splitting of the sea. The conversation continues with insights on the prohibition against graven images and its connection to architecture, how ancient urban planning enriches the narrative of the Israelites inheriting Canaanite cities, and the interplay between Jerusalem and Tel Aviv, offering a compelling juxtaposition of architectural and spiritual insights. Join us for this thought-provoking discussion as Joshua Skarf bridges the worlds of design and divinity, offering readers and listeners a new way to engage with the Torah. --- • Bio: Joshua Skarf is a licensed architect living and working in Jerusalem. He studied in Yeshivat Har Etzion and has degrees in architecture from the University of Michigan and the Bezalel Academy of Art & Design. He has designed hospitals, train stations, shopping malls, Israeli consulates, elementary schools, museums, and research facilities in Israel. Skarf was born in Toronto, grew up in Michigan, and has been living in Israel since 2004. --- • Welcome to JUDAISM DEMYSTIFIED: A PODCAST FOR THE PERPLEXED | Co-hosted by Benjy & Benzi | Thank you to...Super Patron: Jordan Karmily, Platinum Patron: Craig Gordon, Gold Patrons: Dovidchai Abramchayev, Lazer Cohen, Travis Krueger, Vasili Volkoff, Rod Ilian, Silver Patrons: Ellen Fleischer, Daniel Maksumov, Rabbi Pinny Rosenthal, Fred & Antonio, Jeffrey Wasserman, and Jacob Winston! Please SUBSCRIBE to this YouTube Channel and hit the BELL so you can get alerted whenever new clips get posted, thank you for your support!
