Podcast appearances and mentions of Abraham J Heschel

Brent Billings and Reed Dent join Josh Bossé in remembering Shabbat.The Sabbath by Abraham Joshua HeschelRRR (2022 film)I Asked for Wonder by Abraham Joshua Heschel and Samuel H. DresnerWho Is Man? by Abraham J. Heschel

TRADITION's Fall 2022 issue featured a lengthy essay by Todd Berman exploring a 6-decade-old critique launched by R. Eliezer Berkovits on Dr. Abraham J. Heschel's “Theology of Divine Pathos.” In brief, the debate centered on Heschel's contention that a prophet reacts to God's emotions, that the navi is guided by God's own feelings. For Berkovits, Heschel errs by aligning himself with the wrong side of the anthropomorphism and anthropopathism debate. Berkovits was a significant figure in mid-century Orthodox Jewish thought and was an important contributor to the pages of TRADITION. A noteworthy curiosity of Berkovits' critique of Heschel was its appearance with an editorial note expressing some reservation about this “controversial” offering, which “evoked sharp differences of opinion among members of our editorial board,” on which he served as a member at that time. Plus ça change. Berman's essay, with its defense of Heschel, similarly evoked sharp differences of opinion among our readers. Todd Berman joins the TRADITION Podcast to discuss the underpinnings of the original debate between Berkovits and Heschel; how the Orthodox community's reception of those ideas has evolved in perhaps surprising ways over the decades; and what aroused his interest in this old episode which turns out to be still quite relevant to contemporary Jewish thought. See Berman's essay, “Berkovits, Heschel, and the Heresy of Divine Pathos,” with links to Berkovits' original 1964 article, the array of reactions generated among our readers, and Berman's response. Rabbi Todd Berman is the Director of Institutional Advancement and a Ram at Yeshivat Eretz HaTzvi.

“When things are stuck in your head, they just rattle around there forever. It's so important to get it on paper and to read through it and say, you know what, that's a thought that I had, but I am not my thoughts. I am not my feelings. I am the thinker of my thoughts and the feeler of my feelings.” – Dennis Morolda In this episode of The Modern Man, I welcome Dennis Morolda, Founder and CEO of Building Men, a movement dedicated to helping young men become the strongest versions of themselves – mentally, emotionally, physically, and spiritually. Dennis is the host of the Building Men Podcast, a motivational destination for real talk about purpose, mindset, relationships, connections, and the foundational building blocks to success.  As a former public school teacher, principal, and coach, Dennis has pivoted to specialize in Building Men of character, integrity, strength, compassion, and empathy through transformational mentoring, coaching, and motivational speaking. Dennis wasn't always this confident, though… Tune in to hear the story of how Dennis came back from rock bottom and how he's enabling young boys to become real, vulnerable, empowered men.  As growing boys, and even as grown men, we measure and compare ourselves to the men around us. This is unfortunate because our strength and growth doesn't lie in how we compare ourselves to others, but how we compare ourselves to ourselves.  If you're a father, a mentor for young boys, or you're in need of some serious motivation, this episode is for you! Key Takeaways / What You'll Learn: [00:56] About Dennis Morolda. [06:29] How did the young boys react when you started leading them away from the traditional definition of manhood? [10:00] Compare yourself to the man in the mirror, not the men around you (+ a few high-impact poems and books we recommend for men). [14:56] How to cope with the struggles of starting over, switching careers, and getting a divorce. [24:39] The importance of building community and accountability for boys and men. [27:35] 5 ways to enable young boys to process trauma and have difficult conversations & The Zone of Proximal Development. [31:47] What do boys need to become men? [39:22] How to connect with Dennis & Building Men.   If you enjoyed this episode, please SHARE it with a friend, then RATE/REVIEW The Modern Man on Apple Podcasts or Spotify!   Resources Mentioned: Learn more about Building Men: https://www.buildingmen.io Listen to Ep #168: Stay Classy With the Modern Man - Ted Phaeton: https://bit.ly/3JLdA8a  A Man In The Glass – Poem by Peter Dale Wimbow Sr.: https://apathlesstravelled.com/the-man-in-the-glass Who Is Man? by Abraham J. Heschel: https://amzn.to/3Y9NYpB  If – Poem by Rudyard Kipling: https://www.poetryfoundation.org/poems/46473/if---  FEARVANA by Akshay Nanavati: https://amzn.to/40vW0L9  Fearvana: https://fearvana.com   Connect with Dennis: Visit his website & Listen to his podcast: https://www.buildingmen.io  Follow him on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/building.men Connect with him on Facebook: https://www.instagram.com/building.men  Subscribe to his YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCEuPdl3WzRhjhUqIF0lWI-g     Connect with The Modern Man: Visit our website: https://themodernmanshow.com  Join our Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/244885633101820  Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/TheModernMan8  Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the_modernman_show  Subscribe to our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCnyA3-wtyv7xVqUbPyB0eOg    About The Modern Man: “The Modern Man” is a series focused on discussing the challenges and obstacles men face in today's society. It is an open forum of discussion where thoughts, strategies and ideas of men living a happy and fulfilled life are explored.   The Modern Man aims to create a community of men not only sharing and connecting on a deeper level, but also exploring how to thrive and tap into their limitless potential. This is done through intentional conversations strategically aimed at issues that men face in today's society.  

For additional notes and resources check out Douglas' website.O.T. backgroundRemember separation of Israel and Judah, two centuries earlier (1 Kings 12:25-33), under Jeroboam IRival shrines – with idolatryRival priesthood – low standard of leadershipRival holidays – to prevent northerners from choosing to blend the two religious systemsThis evil king is immediately challenged by a prophet (1 Kings 13).It just so happens that in Amos' time (8th C. BC) the northern king is Jeroboam II.Amos was written near the end of his reign.Amaziah is false priest at Bethel in the time of Amos (d.767)Recall  the promises and threats related to covenant faithfulness (Leviticus 26, Deuteronomy 28)Blessings: physical, economic, military, and national blessingsPunishments: agricultural failure, anxiety, pain, fear, exileThe earthquake: in the days of Uzziah, the king of Judah (742 BC). See also Zechariah 14:5.Economic situation760s-750s is a boom timeNeighboring nations are too weak or distracted to constitute any significant threat to the prosperity of Israel.International trade is strongBorders restored to limits of 931 BC (end of time of Solomon)Leisured upper class with a decadent lifestyle (2:8, 4:1, 6:1)The poor are oppressedBut the bubble is about to burst in a serious way!The oppressive upper class will be brought down.The nation will be delivered over to its enemies (Assyrian exile, 722 BC).The manEarliest writing prophet and earliest minor prophetContemporary of Isaiah, Hosea, MicahA shepherd and dresser of fig trees (7:14-15)From Tekoa, a town in southern Judah6-10 miles south of Jerusalem (2 Samuel 14:2,4,9; 2 Chronicles 11:6, 20:20; Jeremiah 6:1)The modern Arab village of Tekua, 2700' above sea level.The wilderness of Tekoa sinks 4000' to the east.He was a southerner called to preach up north.Amos is Hebrew for “load, burden.” What was his burden? With what message had the Lord loaded him?Prologue to the Book of Amos (1:1-2)Roar of a lion -- see 3:8 (also Joel 3:16, Hosea 11:10).Like most of the prophetic literature, Amos is a mixture of poetry and prose.Usually prophets mix judgment and restoration oracles. In Amos, little hope is expressed till the very end.Withering of the top of Carmel (usually green) signifies the extreme judgment of GodSpiritual drought > literal drought (e.g. 8:11-12)Message of the BookReligion without righteousness is worthless.Malachi 1, Revelation 3.Moderation, "balance" render religion worthless.How we treat others reflects quality of our relationship with God.Similarities to James. The James of the O.T.No other prophet so carefully scrutinizes and condemns the justice system in Israel.Demand for justice (5:24).Idolatry has no ethical demands! True religion is invalidated if we do not love our fellow man.God isn't only interested in the covenant people; he's concerned about the nations.See 3:9, 4:10, 6:14, 9:7.International vista!Israel will be punished.The 16 oracles mainly feature doom.Not until the end of chapter 9 is there any hope.ImpactIn the Bible:Amos significantly influenced Isaiah, Jeremiah, and other prophets.A couple of passages are quoted in the New Testament, which we will cover later on.In our dayInspiration for Civil Rights movementSocial consciousness among many churches todayOur own lives: If they were held responsible to practice the righteousness of the God whom they worshipped, aren't we even more responsible to take a stand for the justice of God?Conclusion"The words of Amos burst upon the landscape of the Northern kingdom, Israel, with all the terror and surprise of a lion's roar. Though their main targets were the palaces of Samaria and the shrines at Bethel and Gilgal, the prophet's words were to resound throughout Israel's entire landscape leaving no part nor person unscathed" (Tyndale commentary, p.87).Advanced:Amos comes immediately after Hosea in the LXX.Learn about Jeroboam I by listening to Old Testament Character podcast 33.Further study:Francine Rivers, The Prophet (Carol Stream, Illinois: Tyndale House, 2006)Hosea-Jonah, The Word Biblical Commentary (New York: Word, 1987)The Twelve Prophets, Volume 1 : Hosea, Joel, Amos, Obadiah, Jonah, The Daily Study Bible Series (Louisville: Westminster John Knox Press, 1984)Joel & Amos, The Tyndale Old Testament Commentaries (Downers Grove:  Inter-Varsity Press, 1989)Abraham J. Heschel, The Prophets (Peabody, Massachusetts: Hendrickson, 1999)Podcast on the person Amos (at this website), here.

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El Rab Abraham J. Heschel fue una de las figuras centrales del judaísmo del siglo XX. Uno de sus pensadores más profundos y uno de sus activistas más audaces. Heschel vivía entre tensiones. Entre el Jasidismo y el Secularismo, entre el Baal Shem Tov y el Kotzker Rebbe, entre la academia y el activismo social, entre la poesía y la filosofía. En este episodio descubriremos a uno de loa gigantes del siglo XX a través del relato del Rabino Ernesto Yattah. Recorreremos su biografía y sus principales obras.

One of the most complex characters of the 20th century, Abraham J. Heschel's (1907-1972) life experience in many ways mirrored the Jewish search for identity in modern times. Born into an aristocratic Polish chassidic family, he shifted over to academic studies in Berlin. Escaping the Nazi regime, he settled in the United States, eventually receiving a position in the Jewish Theological Seminary.  He lectured and wrote on Jewish mysticism, philosophy and chassidic thought. Leaving the ivory tower in his later years, he became an activist in the Civil Rights Movement alongside Martin Luther King Jr. In all probability, Heschel has the distinction of being the only one to have marched in both the Rabbi's march on Washington in 1943, as well as the third Selma Civil Rights march in Alabama in 1965.   Subscribe To Our Podcast on:   PodBean: https://jsoundbites.podbean.com/   Follow us on Twitter or Instagram at @Jsoundbites You can email Yehuda at yehuda@yehudageberer.com

For additional notes and resources check out Douglas’ website.Hebrew words:Yesha’yahu (Isaiah) Salvation of Yah(weh). 32x in the O.T., 22x in the N.T.Qadosh -- holy. Over 60x in Isaiah alone.Shear-Yashuv – "A remnant will return" (one of Isaiah's sons)Maher-shalal-chash-baz – "Quick to the plunder, swift to the spoil" (literally, "swift booty, speedy prey")'Immanu'El (Immanuel) -- "With us God"Further study:This lesson covered Isaiah 6:1-8, 20:1-6; and referred to in passing: 7, 37-39; 1 Corinthians 15:10; Titus 2:11-14; 2 Samuel 6:22.Can you find the 57 citations of Isaiah in the New Testament?Some of the Isaianic passages suggesting God's goodness and grace:25:6 -- rich banquet27:6 – fruitfulness44:3 – outpoured Spirit44:22 – removal of sin like vanishing cloud49:15 – comparison to a mother49:16 – engraving our names on the palms of his hands30:18 – He longs to be gracious.Sources for the martyrdom of Isaiah, during the reign of Manasseh: the Mishnah, Justin Martyr, Ascension of Isaiah, Epiphanius; see also Hebrews 11:37.Isaiah certainly does not appear to be sole author. Isaiah 8:16 suggests that his disciples were also involved in the writing down of these divine messages. A parallel is found in Jeremiah 36:4 and 32. For more about the authorship of Isaiah, click here.Get a copy of Abraham J. Heschel's stimulating book, The Prophets (Peabody, Massachusetts: Hendrickson, 1962).Among the Dead Sea Scrolls, there are 19 manuscripts of Isaiah. The most complete and best preserved is 1QIsa.Some things we learn about God:God is glorious, awesome, holy.His presence is overwhelming, even terrifying.Those he touches and cleanses He sends to carry his message.He longs to be gracious to us.For kids:Begin with Hebrews 11:37. Explain that the Jews believe that this is referring to death of Isaiah. Isaiah was very courageous, and obeyed God even when many others were disobeying him. What did the prophet Isaiah say that made people want to kill him?The book of Isaiah is very long; it has 66 chapters. Let's look at part of chapter 1. Read Isaiah 1:2-3, 11-19, about God's rebellious children, and ask some age-appropriate questions.Explain that Isaiah preached to the people that they needed to obey!Read v.2 -- Adults can be rebellious too, not just children. How do people rebel and disobey God? What have you seen?Examples: being selfish, cheating at school, stealing, getting hooked on drugs, ruining the environment, trashing other people, being rude...Talk about your pets, or about animals familiar from cartoons or movies. Which one is the smartest?Read v.3. -- Sometimes animals are smarter than humans!When are grown-ups not so smart?Take turns pretending to pray sing a church song (have fun!), pretendingto pray (a fake prayer), pretending to preach.Vv. 11-15 -- Does God need our "sacrifices"? What can we do, or what do we have, that he needs?Does he care if we are only pretending to believe, if we aren't living any different than people who don't believe? Does the Lord only want us to go to church? How does he feel about people who only talk about faith, but don't put it into practice?What's the dirtiest you've ever been? How did it feel? How long did it take to get clean? How do we feel when someone else near us is very dirty?V.16,18 -- We all need to be washed.Why do you think the Lord wants us to be clean?What makes us dirty, spiritually? (What we do, say, think...)Read v.17 -- What does the Lord expect us to do? (To care about others...)How can we be different? What kind of people is God looking for to be with him in heaven -- and even on earth?V.18 -- God wants us to be reasonable. To use our heads. We may not get all 'A's in school, but all of us can become wise if we study God's word.V.19 -- The goal is to be willing and obedient... Not just pretend. Am I obedient? Do I do it just because I have to, or because I want to? What am I like when my parents aren't looking, or the teacher is out of the room?Turn on a flashlight, and shine it straight into each person's eyes.A lot of people didn't want Isaiah preaching to them like this. He was sort of shining a light on their lives.How do you feel when the light is in your eyes? Can you imagine it ever making anyone angry? Isaiah made people angry, even though he was a humble man.End with prayer, everyone taking part. Ask God for wisdom, the right heart, and lives that please him.Key verses:Isaiah 6:8 -- "Here am I. Send me!"Isaiah 20:3 -- For three years, Isaiah dresses like a slave, in order to dramatize captivity by the oppressor -- the futility of trusting in man.Hebrews 11:37 -- Tradition of Isaiah's martyrdom.Next lesson: Jeremiah.

Junto al Dr. Dani Fainstein, rector de estudios judaicos de la Universidad Hebrea de México, recorremos a los principales pensadores y filósofos judíos del siglo XX y XXI. Comenzamos con su tesis doctoral conociendo a Abraham J. Heschel y a Buber y su influencia en Marshall Meyer para continuar con Soloveitchick y Levinas. Debatimos si Hannah Arendt, Walter Benjamin y otros pensadores judíos hicieron filosofía judía o no. Dani nos propone también descubrir autores menos conocidos del siglo XIX, XX y XXI, como Najman Krojmal, Levi Itzjak Bedichev, Harbertal o Hartmann para seguir descubriendo a grandes pensadores judíos de nuestros tiempos. NUEVOS CURSOS VIRTUALES DE PI ELEF: https://pielef.com 1) Introducción a la Historia Judía I: “La época Bíblica”: En este primer curso abordaremos el período bíblico: desde Abraham (1800 a.e.c aprox) hasta la destrucción del Primer Templo de Jerusalén (586 a.e.c.). A lo largo de siete clases veremos el desarrollo primigenio de este pueblo desde la época de los patriarcas, pasando por la esclavitud en Egipto para luego ver la conquista de la Tierra de Israel y el inicio y el ocaso de los reinos de Israel: https://pielef.com/curso-de-historia-judia-periodo-biblico/ 2) Dilemas éticos contemporáneos desde las fuentes Judías: En este primer curso sobre dilemas éticos presentaremos el estudio de: Aborto, Eutanasia, Donación de órganos, Alcohol y Drogas, Pena de Muerte, Justicia por mano propia, Tenencia de armas, Control vs. Libertad del mercado. Cada clase estará acompañada por un PDF con las fuentes originales en hebreo y su traducción al español: https://pielef.com/dilemas/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/pielef Apple Podcast: https://apple.co/2McoMOo Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2MdHNQn Android Google Play: http://bit.ly/2MaGhhW Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/urielromano/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/urielromano/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/uriel.romano Website: https://urielromano.com/ Comentarios & Sugerencias: info@pielef.com

In this week’s show our guest is David Wharton. He received his Bachelor’s degree in Bible and Greek from Multnomah School of the Bible, studying with Dr. Gary Staats and Edward W. Goodrick. He also attended the American Institute of Holy Land Studies in Jerusalem with the late Dr. Douglas Young and others, including the late Prof. Shmuel Safrai. As well as Hebrew University in Jerusalem were he learned about the New Testament and Early Christianity with the late Prof. David Flusser and Chana Safrai. Mr. Wharton is finishing his dissertation in Jewish Thought at Spertus Institure in Chicago at this time and leads The Institute of Hebraic Studies in Austin, Texas. Our topic is the impact of Rabbi Abraham J. Heschel & Dr. Byron L. Sherwin in modern Jewish thought. Born in Germany Abraham Joshua Heschel (1907–1972), grew up in the world of Hasidism, studying Talmud and Bible knowing them by memory by age 6. As a young man he studied German, Polish, mathematics, history and Yiddish literature including secular Yiddish poets. Due his broad education he decided to pursue academics and become a scholar in Jewish philosophy. He migrated to to the U.S. fleeing persecution in Europe and became one of authoritative voices for civil rights and anti-war in the 1960s. Rabbi Dr. Byron Sherwin (1946-2015) was Director of Doctoral Programs of Spertus Institute For Jewish Learning and Leadership. Dr. Sherwin received his Rabbinical Ordination from JTSA where he was a protégé of Abraham Joshua Heschel . He authored many books including Faith Finding Meaning: A Jewish Theology.