Pardes From Jerusalem

The Book of Samuel II Episode 44: David's Legacy: Pledges Kept and Giants Defeated Podcast Overview: The final four chapters of the book provide us with a retrospect of David and his reign. (Samuel II 21:1-22) Download Source Sheet A special note to the listener: In general, listeners are encouraged to independently prepare the primary material from one podcast to the next, preferably in a havruta learning dynamic. However, the podcasts will also be accessible and meaningful to listeners who do not prepare ahead of time. For more information about this podcast series or to get more information about the Pardes Institute of Jewish Studies please email elmad@pardes.org.il. Credits Host: Rabbi Michael Hattin Rabbi Michael Hattin teaches Bible and Halakha at Pardes. To learn more with Michael, click here. Producer: Amira Mintz-Morgenthau Podcast Editor: Evan Feist Lead Consultant: Rabbi Adam Titcher Crises & Kings explores the Book of Samuel, which recounts a tumultuous period in Biblical history. The I

This podcast is sponsored by Rabbi Shalom and Shana Kantor on the occasion of their son Noam's bar mitzvah. Mazal tov! Parashat Miketz 5782 - Pharaoh's Dreams and Their Fascinating Interpretation Description: Pharaoh's dream of seven cows and seven stalks of grain has fascinated sages, Torah commentators, and Hasidic rabbis. What is the significance of dreams in the Torah, and can the gentile king's dream have meaning for Jews today? Download the Source Sheet Genesis 41:1-8 Please let us know your comments and thoughts about the podcast, write to us at elmad@pardes.org.il. We appreciate you leaving us a review with 5-stars if you enjoy these podcasts. For more information about Pardes, visit our website www.pardes.org.il. Credits Rabbi Elhanan Miller - Faculty and Hosts for Pardes from Jerusalem Rabbi Adam Titcher – Lead Consultant and Producer Arlene Harel – Faculty Coordinator

The Book of Samuel II Episode 43: Sheva ben Bichri's Rebellion Podcast Overview: David returns to Jerusalem but a new rebellion now breaks out. (Samuel II 20:1-26) Download Source Sheet A special note to the listener: In general, listeners are encouraged to independently prepare the primary material from one podcast to the next, preferably in a havruta learning dynamic. However, the podcasts will also be accessible and meaningful to listeners who do not prepare ahead of time. For more information about this podcast series or to get more information about the Pardes Institute of Jewish Studies please email elmad@pardes.org.il. Credits Host: Rabbi Michael Hattin Rabbi Michael Hattin teaches Bible and Halakha at Pardes. To learn more with Michael, click here. Producer: Amira Mintz-Morgenthau Podcast Editor: Evan Feist Lead Consultant: Rabbi Adam Titcher Crises & Kings explores the Book of Samuel, which recounts a tumultuous period in Biblical history. The Israelites have settled in their new land but t

The Book of Samuel II Episode 42: The Aftermath Podcast Overview: The news of Avshalom's death reaches David. Shattered by the report, he begins to make his way back to Jerusalem. (Samuel II 18:19-19:44) Download Source Sheet A special note to the listener: In general, listeners are encouraged to independently prepare the primary material from one podcast to the next, preferably in a havruta learning dynamic. However, the podcasts will also be accessible and meaningful to listeners who do not prepare ahead of time. For more information about this podcast series or to get more information about the Pardes Institute of Jewish Studies please email elmad@pardes.org.il. Credits Host: Rabbi Michael Hattin Rabbi Michael Hattin teaches Bible and Halakha at Pardes. To learn more with Michael, click here. Producer: Amira Mintz-Morgenthau Podcast Editor: Evan Feist Lead Consultant: Rabbi Adam Titcher Crises & Kings explores the Book of Samuel, which recounts a tumultuous period in Biblical history. The Israeli

Parashat Vayeshev 5782 - Why is Joseph Known as Joseph the Tzaddik? Description: A Conversation About Potiphar's Wife Through the Lens of Non-Consent - In this podcast, Pardes faculty members Alex Israel and Nechama Goldman Barash discuss the complex story of Joseph and Potiphar's Wife as a springboard for broader discussions about sexuality, morality and consent. Please let us know your comments and thoughts about the podcast, write to us at elmad@pardes.org.il. We appreciate you leaving us a review with 5-stars if you enjoy these podcasts. For more information about Pardes, visit our website www.pardes.org.il. Credits Rabbanit Nechama Goldman Barash & Rabbi Alex Israel - Faculty and Hosts for Pardes from Jerusalem Rabbi Adam Titcher – Lead Consultant and Producer Arlene Harel – Faculty Coordinator

The Book of Samuel II Episode 41: Avshalom's Defeat Podcast Overview: David's fortunes turn, as Avshalom's men are defeated in battle. (Samuel II 17:1-18:18) Download Source Sheet A special note to the listener: In general, listeners are encouraged to independently prepare the primary material from one podcast to the next, preferably in a havruta learning dynamic. However, the podcasts will also be accessible and meaningful to listeners who do not prepare ahead of time. For more information about this podcast series or to get more information about the Pardes Institute of Jewish Studies please email elmad@pardes.org.il. Credits Host: Rabbi Michael Hattin Rabbi Michael Hattin teaches Bible and Halakha at Pardes. To learn more with Michael, click here. Producer: Amira Mintz-Morgenthau Podcast Editor: Evan Feist Lead Consultant: Rabbi Adam Titcher Crises & Kings explores the Book of Samuel, which recounts a tumultuous period in Biblical history. The Israelites have settled in their new land but tribal

The Book of Samuel II Episode 40: Avshalom Ascendant Podcast Overview: Avshalom triumphantly enters Jerusalem. There will be no turning back. (Samuel II 16:1-23) Download Source Sheet A special note to the listener: In general, listeners are encouraged to independently prepare the primary material from one podcast to the next, preferably in a havruta learning dynamic. However, the podcasts will also be accessible and meaningful to listeners who do not prepare ahead of time. For more information about this podcast series or to get more information about the Pardes Institute of Jewish Studies please email elmad@pardes.org.il. Credits Host: Rabbi Michael Hattin Rabbi Michael Hattin teaches Bible and Halakha at Pardes. To learn more with Michael, click here. Producer: Amira Mintz-Morgenthau Podcast Editor: Evan Feist Lead Consultant: Rabbi Adam Titcher Crises & Kings explores the Book of Samuel, which recounts a tumultuous period in Biblical history. The Israelites have settled in their new land but tri

Parashat Vayishlach 5782 - Cyclical History Description: Does History repeat itself? Nachmanides thinks it does! He reads the entire standoff between Jacob and Esau as a paradigm of future events - Isael and Rome, Judaism and Christianity. What are we to make of this? Listen to this podcast. This podcast is sponsored by Tova and Joel Weinberg in memory of our loving and dear friend Karen Shapira z"l. A day never goes by without our thinking of her. We miss her terribly. Download the Source Sheet Please let us know your comments and thoughts about the podcast, write to us at elmad@pardes.org.il. We appreciate you leaving us a review with 5-stars if you enjoy these podcasts. For more information about Pardes, visit our website www.pardes.org.il. Credits Rabbi Alex Israel - Faculty and Host for Pardes from Jerusalem Rabbi Adam Titcher – Lead Consultant and Producer Arlene Harel – Faculty Coordinator

The Book of Samuel II Episode 39: David's Exile from Jerusalem Podcast Overview: Avshalom rebels against his father David and the kingdom threatens to unravel. (Samuel II 15:1-37) Download Source Sheet A special note to the listener: In general, listeners are encouraged to independently prepare the primary material from one podcast to the next, preferably in a havruta learning dynamic. However, the podcasts will also be accessible and meaningful to listeners who do not prepare ahead of time. For more information about this podcast series or to get more information about the Pardes Institute of Jewish Studies please email elmad@pardes.org.il. Credits Host: Rabbi Michael Hattin Rabbi Michael Hattin teaches Bible and Halakha at Pardes. To learn more with Michael, click here. Producer: Amira Mintz-Morgenthau Podcast Editor: Evan Feist Lead Consultant: Rabbi Adam Titcher Crises & Kings explores the Book of Samuel, which recounts a tumultuous period in Biblical history. The Israelites have settled in thei

The Book of Samuel II Episode 38: Avshalom Rehabilitated Podcast Overview: Through the agency of Yoav and the parable of the wise woman of Tekoa, David is convinced to allow Avshalom to return to Jerusalem. But the resolution is a far way off. (Samuel II 14:1-33) Download Source Sheet A special note to the listener: In general, listeners are encouraged to independently prepare the primary material from one podcast to the next, preferably in a havruta learning dynamic. However, the podcasts will also be accessible and meaningful to listeners who do not prepare ahead of time. For more information about this podcast series or to get more information about the Pardes Institute of Jewish Studies please email elmad@pardes.org.il. Credits Host: Rabbi Michael Hattin Rabbi Michael Hattin teaches Bible and Halakha at Pardes. To learn more with Michael, click here. Producer: Amira Mintz-Morgenthau Podcast Editor: Evan Feist Lead Consultant: Rabbi Adam Titcher Crises & Kings explores the Book of Samuel, which r

Parashat Vayetze 5782 - Ya'acov and the Stone Upon the Well Description: After securing the blessings, Ya'acov must flee the wrath of his brother Esav. Arriving at Charan, he encounters the shepherds and their flocks, and when he sees Rachel his cousin, he single-handedly rolls off the giant stone that sits upon the well in order to water her sheep. What might be the significance of his superhuman act? This podcast is sponsored by Elaine and Arie Hochberg with deep and sincere gratitude to Rabbi Michael Hattin whose illuminating teaching about the past enlightens the present and provides strength for the future. “Make for yourself a teacher, and acquire for yourself a friend…” - Pirke Avot 1:6 Verses: Genesis 29 Download the Source Sheet Please let us know your comments and thoughts about the podcast, write to us at elmad@pardes.org.il. We appreciate you leaving us a review with 5-stars if you enjoy these podcasts. For more information about Pardes, visit our website www.pardes.org.il. Credits Rabbi Michael

The Book of Samuel II Episode 37: The Rape of Tamar Podcast Overview: The consequences of David's crime now begin to play themselves out, with great destructive effect. (Samuel II 12:24-13:39) Download Source Sheet A special note to the listener: In general, listeners are encouraged to independently prepare the primary material from one podcast to the next, preferably in a havruta learning dynamic. However, the podcasts will also be accessible and meaningful to listeners who do not prepare ahead of time. For more information about this podcast series or to get more information about the Pardes Institute of Jewish Studies please email elmad@pardes.org.il. Credits Host: Rabbi Michael Hattin Rabbi Michael Hattin teaches Bible and Halakha at Pardes. To learn more with Michael, click here. Producer: Amira Mintz-Morgenthau Podcast Editor: Evan Feist Lead Consultant: Rabbi Adam Titcher Crises & Kings explores the Book of Samuel, which recounts a tumultuous period in Biblical history. The Israelites have se

The Book of Samuel II Episode 36: David and Batsheva Part 2: The Punishment Podcast Overview: Natan the prophet pronounces God's harsh judgment against David. (Samuel II 11:16-12:23) Download Source Sheet A special note to the listener: In general, listeners are encouraged to independently prepare the primary material from one podcast to the next, preferably in a havruta learning dynamic. However, the podcasts will also be accessible and meaningful to listeners who do not prepare ahead of time. For more information about this podcast series or to get more information about the Pardes Institute of Jewish Studies please email elmad@pardes.org.il. Credits Host: Rabbi Michael Hattin Rabbi Michael Hattin teaches Bible and Halakha at Pardes. To learn more with Michael, click here. Producer: Amira Mintz-Morgenthau Podcast Editor: Evan Feist Lead Consultant: Rabbi Adam Titcher Crises & Kings explores the Book of Samuel, which recounts a tumultuous period in Biblical history. The Israelites have settled in t

Parashat Toldot 5782 - But I Didn’t Do Anything Wrong Description: The podcast examines the different strategies that rabbis and others have used to lessen the moral issues of Jacob tricking Esau to get the birthright and tricking his father to get the blessing. It compares the post-biblical approach of excusing with the biblical approach of accusing. Verses: Genesis 25:23, Genesis 25:29-34, Genesis 27:32-36 Download the Source Sheet Please let us know your comments and thoughts about the podcast, write to us at elmad@pardes.org.il. We appreciate you leaving us a review with 5-stars if you enjoy these podcasts. For more information about Pardes, visit our website www.pardes.org.il. Credits Rabbi David Levin-Kruss - Adjunct Faculty and Host for Pardes from Jerusalem Rabbi Adam Titcher – Lead Consultant and Producer Arlene Harel – Faculty Coordinator

The Book of Samuel II Crises & Kings Episode 35: David and Batsheva Part 1: The Crime Podcast Overview: David's glorious ascent is abruptly derailed by a crime that redefines him and his kingdom. (Samuel II 11:1-15) Download Source Sheet A special note to the listener: In general, listeners are encouraged to independently prepare the primary material from one podcast to the next, preferably in a havruta learning dynamic. However, the podcasts will also be accessible and meaningful to listeners who do not prepare ahead of time. For more information about this podcast series or to get more information about the Pardes Institute of Jewish Studies please email elmad@pardes.org.il. Credits Host: Rabbi Michael Hattin Rabbi Michael Hattin teaches Bible and Halakha at Pardes. To learn more with Michael, click here. Producer: Amira Mintz-Morgenthau Podcast Editor: Evan Feist Lead Consultant: Rabbi Adam Titcher Crises & Kings explores the Book of Samuel, which recounts a tumultuous period in Biblical history.

The Book of Samuel II Episode 34: David's Victories Podcast Overview: David secures the realm by defeating all of the surrounding kingdoms that threaten it. He also keeps his pledge. (Samuel II 8:1-10:19) Download Source Sheet A special note to the listener: In general, listeners are encouraged to independently prepare the primary material from one podcast to the next, preferably in a havruta learning dynamic. However, the podcasts will also be accessible and meaningful to listeners who do not prepare ahead of time. For more information about this podcast series or to get more information about the Pardes Institute of Jewish Studies please email elmad@pardes.org.il. Credits Host: Rabbi Michael Hattin Rabbi Michael Hattin teaches Bible and Halakha at Pardes. To learn more with Michael, click here. Producer: Amira Mintz-Morgenthau Podcast Editor: Evan Feist Lead Consultant: Rabbi Adam Titcher Crises & Kings explores the Book of Samuel, which recounts a tumultuous period in Biblical history. The Israel

Parashat Chaye Sarah 5782 - Rivka: The Original Influencer Description: In Parashat Chaye Sarah, Avraham sends his servant Eliezer on a mission to find a spouse for his son Yitzchak. Avraham doesn't offer much in the way of criteria, but Eliezer devises a test of character to find a spouse worthy of Yitzchak. As we witness the encounter between Eliezer and Rivka, the reader notices many similarities in words, actions, and values to the stories of Avraham. Rivka exercises leadership and uses her influence to prove herself worthy to be the true successor to Avraham and leader of the next generation. Verses: Bereishit Rabbah 60:8, Genesis 24:1-67, Genesis 12:1, Genesis 18:1-8, Joshua 24:2-3, Bereishit Rabbah 63:4, Genesis 22:17 Download the Source Sheet Please let us know your comments and thoughts about the podcast, write to us at elmad@pardes.org.il. We appreciate you leaving us a review with 5-stars if you enjoy these podcasts. For more information about Pardes, visit our website www.pardes.org.il. Credits

The Book of Samuel II Episode 33: David's Desire to Build the Temple Podcast Overview: With his kingdom becoming secure, David expresses his wish to finally build the Temple. God, however, has other plans. (Samuel II 7:1-29) Download Source Sheet A special note to the listener: In general, listeners are encouraged to independently prepare the primary material from one podcast to the next, preferably in a havruta learning dynamic. However, the podcasts will also be accessible and meaningful to listeners who do not prepare ahead of time. For more information about this podcast series or to get more information about the Pardes Institute of Jewish Studies please email elmad@pardes.org.il. Credits Host: Rabbi Michael Hattin Rabbi Michael Hattin teaches Bible and Halakha at Pardes. To learn more with Michael, click here. Producer: Amira Mintz-Morgenthau Podcast Editor: Evan Feist Lead Consultant: Rabbi Adam Titcher Crises & Kings explores the Book of Samuel, which recounts a tumultuous period in Biblical

The Book of Samuel II Episode 32: The Ark of the Covenant is Brought to Jerusalem Podcast Overview: Having established Jerusalem as his new capital, David relocates the ark to it. (Samuel II 6:1-23) Download Source Sheet A special note to the listener: In general, listeners are encouraged to independently prepare the primary material from one podcast to the next, preferably in a havruta learning dynamic. However, the podcasts will also be accessible and meaningful to listeners who do not prepare ahead of time. For more information about this podcast series or to get more information about the Pardes Institute of Jewish Studies please email elmad@pardes.org.il. Credits Host: Rabbi Michael Hattin Rabbi Michael Hattin teaches Bible and Halakha at Pardes. To learn more with Michael, click here. Producer: Amira Mintz-Morgenthau Podcast Editor: Evan Feist Lead Consultant: Rabbi Adam Titcher Crises & Kings explores the Book of Samuel, which recounts a tumultuous period in Biblical history. The Israelites h

Parashat VaYera 5782: Human Sacrifice - Problematic or Profound? Description: Why would Avraham's 10th and final test be to participate in a cruel and despicable act of human sacrifice which blended him with the polythe,istic and immoral world that surrounded him? Is Avraham a madman or a hero? In what way does the test of the Akeda require us to rethink the way we serve God today? Is sacrifice good, and is there a possibility for a Win-Win in a relationship with a demanding God? This podcast presents three faces of the Akeda - historical, contextual, and midrashic/exegetical, in response to the question: Human sacrifice - Problematic or Profound? Download the Source Sheet Please let us know your comments and thoughts about the podcast, write to us at elmad@pardes.org.il. We appreciate you leaving us a review with 5-stars if you enjoy these podcasts. For more information about Pardes, visit our website www.pardes.org.il. Credits Tovah Leah Nachmani - Faculty and Host for Pardes from Jerusalem Adam Titcher –