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Why Questioning God Might Be the Truest Form of Faith (Rabbi David Aaron)
Episode 26
Tuesday, 5 May, 2026
Explore how faith and questioning can coexist after tragedy. Rabbi David Aaron shares how to connect with God through pain, showing that true faith isn’t about having all the answers but about sensing divine presence through love and kindness.The conversation highlights why questioning suffering can reflect faith, how to hold space for grief while still embracing joy, and the challenge of reconciling God’s power with a world that feels chaotic. It also introduces a Kabbalistic view of God as the ultimate good, beyond full understanding yet present in every act of compassion.Along the way, it addresses misconceptions about divine anger, emphasizes living with empathy and purpose, and offers simple ways to feel a daily connection to something greater—helping you find meaning and presence even in the darkest moments.Rabbi David Aaron, is a visionary educator who offers a life-changing view about Hashem and Torah living. Rabbi Aaron serves as Rosh Yeshiva of Yeshivat Orayta, which offers an inspirational and comprehensive approach to Torah. Students at Orayta develop leadership skills and become philosophically equipped to cope with the challenges of living a Torah life in a Modern World.Rabbi Aaron is the author of several best–selling books including Endless Light, Seeing G-d, Living a Joyous Life, The Secret Life of G-d and The G-d Powered Life. He has reached millions through appearances on national media.He received his Semicha in 1979 from Yeshivat ITRI and studied under the tutelage of HaGoan HaRav Shlomo Fischer z’l. He lives in Jerusalem with his wife, Chana, and seven children.https://www.rabbidavidaaron.com/https://www.instagram.com/davidaaron613/Join us on Whatsapp:Click here to join the Listening to Understand WhatsApp community where we share exclusive information about episodes and topics discussed on the show.Click here to listen to us on iTunesComments or Suggestions?We’d love to hear from you. Email us at: listeningtounderstandshow@gmail.comSponsored by: SwagMyGear.comGet your custom printed & promotional swag, logo t-shirts, hoodies, hats, bottles and other gear, perfect for business & corporate branding & events, family gatherings, Bar & Bat Mitzvas, parties and weddings all printed with your logo or message.Click here & Get $55.00 off your order today with coupon code MATANA
