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    Vayera - Ancient Morality and Abraham - Episode 4

    Vayera - Ancient Morality and Abraham - Episode 4

    FromThe Schrift - Ancient Jewish Wisdom for Modern Times

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    Vayera - Ancient Morality and Abraham - Episode 4

    FromThe Schrift - Ancient Jewish Wisdom for Modern Times

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    Length:
    39 minutes
    Released:
    Nov 5, 2020
    Format:
    Podcast episode

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    What does it mean to be a "nice guy"? Where does morality come from? These are not trivial questions. Could it be that Abraham had more in common with Odysseus than with Jesus? Why are we so drawn to Michael Jordan, who could be mean, domineering, and brash? And finally, the important distinction between compassion through overflowing abundance and compassion through pity.IG: Stevehead0001steventobyweinberg.comMusic: Kendrick Lamar - "Humble"
    Released:
    Nov 5, 2020
    Format:
    Podcast episode

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    It is time that we see philosophy as something rebellious and therapeutic rather than boring and esoteric. Using humor, personal anecdotes, and much hubris, the Schrift provides fresh and unexpected answers to life's most tricky and fateful questions. The anchor of the Schrift is the weekly reading of the Torah. These passages are analyzed not as religious dogma but as brilliant pieces of literature and anthropology which bring ancient wisdom back into our lives. The greatest philosophers and writers of the German canon also weigh in on these questions during the Schrift. Finally the lectures incorporate Buddhist teachings and the practice of Yoga to bring together East and West, body and mind, eternity and the moment. And the Schrift will always give you a "life tip" to carry with you along the way. IG: stevehead0001 s.t.weinberg@gmail.com