Episodes

  • "Separateness" in Ki Tavo

    "Separateness" in Ki Tavo
    Sep 19 2024
    We begin our 13th and last middah (separateness - perishut) that we explore in conjunction with parsha Ki Tavo. David and Modya look at what separate means, why it's important, and why it is left as the last of the 13 character traits. In the parsha we apply the trait to an exploration of blessings and curses and the role of our inclination toward physicality. We see how building fences is one step toward separateness, and still requires action to develop the trait further. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    31 mins
  • "Truth" in Ki Teitzei

    "Truth" in Ki Teitzei
    Sep 12 2024
    This week, Modya and David are joined by Rabbi Chaim Safren to discuss parshat Ki Teitzei through the Mussar lens of Emet, or Truth. Their discussion ranges over such topics as: What is truth, anyway? How do we find truth in commandments that today seem strange or repugnant to our modern sensibilities? How can we cultivate a closer relationship to truth now, during the month of Elul, as we prepare for the High Holidays? We hope you enjoy! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    43 mins
  • "Truth" in Shoftim

    "Truth" in Shoftim
    Sep 5 2024
    This week, Modya and David discuss parshat Shoftim (Deut. 16:18-21:9) through the lens of the trait of Truth. How does the establishment of a system of justice preserve and advance -- and sometimes undermine -- the quest for truth? What is the relationship between truth and memory? How does one balance the elements of justice and mercy in the quest for pursuing (and even defining) truth? We hope you'll listen in as the hosts contemplate these and other questions raised by this week's Torah portion! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    35 mins
  • The Idea of "Truth" in Re'eh

    The Idea of "Truth" in Re'eh
    Aug 29 2024
    In this week's episode, Modya and David discuss parshat Re'eh (Deut. 11:26-16:17) through the lens of Emet (Truth). Among other directives, Moses directs the people to choose between blessing and curse, and to adhere to the laws he has imparted throughout the course of the Israelite journey in the wilderness. Modya and David explore the sometimes stark binary between truth and falsehood that Moses depicts. They seek to derive lessons on the consequences of deception of self and other, and on cultivating a personal path of truth. We hope you enjoy! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    39 mins
  • "Truth" in Eikev

    "Truth" in Eikev
    Aug 22 2024
    This week, Modya and David look at the weekly Torah portion through a new lens -- that of Truth. They explore whether there is absolute truth, and when and if to be truthful in thought, speech, and action. They explore how Moses changes some of the narrative of the past 40 years, and what that means for both the speaker (Moses) and the listener (ourselves). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    43 mins
  • "Grace" and "Calmness" in Va'etchanan

    "Grace" and "Calmness" in Va'etchanan
    Aug 15 2024
    Modya and David are joined this week by Ruth Schapira (about whose work you can learn more at innerjudaism.com) to look at the role of grace and calmness within this week's Torah portion. Together, they focus on the value of gentle words in Moses' plea to be allowed to enter the land, and how a calm orientation is necessary to navigate difficult conversations. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    42 mins
  • "Calmness" in Devarim

    "Calmness" in Devarim
    Aug 8 2024
    In this week's episode, Modya and David ponder the repetition that now unfolds in the Book of Deuteronomy (Devarim). As we read of Moses beginning to recount the travels of 40 years and the resistance of the Israelites, we look at the role of calmness in telling troubling stories about others, and challenging people to rise above their fears. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    36 mins
  • "Calmness" in Matot-Masei

    "Calmness" in Matot-Masei
    Aug 1 2024
    This week, Modya and David explore the double parsha that ends the book of Numbers (Bamidbar). They explore once again the role of calmness in speech through taking on responsibilities that previously were only in the domain of the Divine. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    38 mins