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One year ago, Hamas militants killed about 1,200 people in southern Israel and took hundreds more hostage. Israel's military response has killed more than 41-thousand Palestinians in Gaza. The Gaza Health Ministry says more than half were women and children. A second front has opened in southern Lebanon, where the Israeli military has been bombarding Iran-backed Hezbollah… which began firing rockets into Israel after October 7th. Today, destruction, hunger, grief and displacement are the only certainties for millions of people in the path of this widening war. This week also marks the middle of the Jewish High Holy Days. In Jewish tradition, it's a time meant for reflection and consideration of the year before, and preparation for the year ahead. Today, we're speaking with members of the Seattle-area Jewish community to hear how they're marking the anniversary of October 7th. Tomorrow, we'll hear how the local Palestinian community is reflecting on a year of war in Gaza. Guests: Rabbi Rachel Nussbaum leads the Kavana Cooperative, an independent Jewish community in Seattle Rabbi Daniel Weiner, Senior Rabbi of Temple De Hirsch Sinai in Seattle Kate Raphael, a member of Jewish Voices for Peace Seattle Relevant Links: October 7 One Year Later: Seattle's Community Commemoration - Jewish Federation of Greater Seattle October 11th ritual and rally for Yom Kippur at the Federal Building - Jewish Voices for Peace Seattle Instagram page Prayer of Mothers for Life and Peace - Open Siddur See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Today Rabbi Jeff Driefus sits down with Rabbi Brett Weisman. Rabbi Brett currently serves as Assistant Rabbi at Temple De Hirsch Sinai in Seattle, WA. Rabbi Brett and Jeff were classmates during Rabbinical school, and today's episode discusses Brett's thesis about the Black Hebrew Israelite community. Expect to learn about the history of the Black Hebrew Israelites, the development of their faith and how it relates to slavery in America, and the process of ethnographic interviews performed by Weisman. Rabbis Driefus and Weisman discuss the two hallmarks of Black Hebrew Israelite ideology: that they are the “true Jews” and Deuteronomy 28 as a foundational text. During this conversation, you will learn how Black Hebrew Israelites see themselves in the Exodus narrative, what Black Hebrew Israelite religious practice entails, whether “Redemption Song” by Bob Marley is related to their community, and the similarities and differences of the concept of “chosen-ness” in Judaism vs. Black Hebrew Israelite religious thought. -- Opening song - "Let There Be Love" by Noah Aronson; performed by Temple Israel Cantorial Soloist Happie Hoffman Find sermons, music, conversations between clergy and special guests, and select Temple Israel University (TIU) classes – easily accessible to you through our podcast, Torah to the People. Learn more about Temple Israel-Memphis at timemphis.org.
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Today Rabbi Jeff Driefus sits down with Rabbi Brett Weisman. Rabbi Brett currently serves as Assistant Rabbi at Temple De Hirsch Sinai in Seattle, WA. Rabbi Brett and Jeff were classmates during Rabbinical school, and today's episode discusses Brett's thesis about the Black Hebrew Israelite community. Expect to learn about the history of the Black Hebrew Israelites, the development of their faith and how it relates to slavery in America, and the process of ethnographic interviews performed by Brett. Rabbi Driefus and Rabbi Weisman discuss the two hallmarks of Black Hebrew Israelite ideology: that their are “true Jews” and Deuteronomy 28 as a foundational text. During this conversation, you will learn how Black Hebrew Israelites see themselves in the Exodus narrative, what Black Hebrew Israelite religious practice entails, whether “Redemption Song” by Bob Marley is related to their community, and the similarities and differences of the concept of “chosen-ness” in Judaism vs. Black Hebrew Israelite religious thought. -- Opening song - "Let There Be Love" by Noah Aronson; performed by Temple Israel Cantorial Soloist Happie Hoffman Find sermons, music, conversations between clergy and special guests, and select Temple Israel University (TIU) classes – easily accessible to you through our podcast, Torah to the People. Learn more about Temple Israel-Memphis at timemphis.org.
In observance of International Holocaust Remembrance Day, PNB hosted a Community Open House in partnership with Holocaust Center for Humanity, the Jewish Federation of Greater Seattle, Mary Schwartz Summit, the Stroum Jewish Community Center, Temple Beth Am, and Temple De Hirsch Sinai. This free event featured a panel discussion moderated by PNB faculty member Miriam Landis, with the intention to bring history to life in a way that celebrates hope, inclusion, and resilience. Our sincere gratitude to Miriam and the participating panelists, Rabbi Samuel Klein, Pamela Lavitt, Beverley Silver, Dee Simon, Eva Stone, and Rabbi Daniel A. Weiner for sharing their time and experiences. Supported by PNB's Inclusion, Diversity, Equity and Accessibility Committee Recorded: Sunday, January 29, 2023 at the Phelps Center in Seattle, WA.
https://pathstounderrstanding.org Pastor Terry Kyllo and Senior Rabbi Danny Weiner of Temple De Hirsch Sinai in Seattle discuss the ongoing impact of the pandemic, the impact of the events of January 6th and the forces that contribute to it and how we can act together to strengthen our democracy.
Leadership is hard. Convincing others—and often yourself—that you possess the answers and are capable of world-affecting change requires confidence, insight, and sheer bravado. Political leader Stacey Abrams took the stage to share her awareness of the experiences and challenges that hinder anyone who exists beyond the structure of traditional white male power—women, people of color, members of the LGBTQ community, and millennials ready to make a difference. Abrams presented insight from her book Lead from the Outside: How to Build Your Future and Make Real Change, asserting that knowing your own passion is the key to success, regardless of the scale or target. Abrams used her experience and hard-won insights to break down how ambition, money, fear, and failure function in leadership, while offering personal stories that illuminate practical strategies. Join Abrams for a conversation that shares what she has learned collected over the course of her impressive career: that being in the minority actually provides unique and vital strength, and differences in race, gender, and class are surmountable. Stacey Abrams is an author, serial entrepreneur, nonprofit CEO, and political leader. After eleven years in the Georgia House of Representatives, seven as Minority Leader, Abrams became the 2018 Democratic nominee for Governor of Georgia. She has founded multiple organizations devoted to voting rights, training and hiring young people of color, and tackling social issues at both the state and national levels; and she is a lifetime member of the Council on Foreign Relations. Abrams is the 2012 recipient of the John F. Kennedy New Frontier Award and the first black woman to become the gubernatorial nominee for a major party in the United States. Recorded live at Temple De Hirsch Sinai by Town Hall Seattle on April 25, 2019. Watch the livestream on our Town Hall YouTube and Facebook channels.
Rabbi Daniel Weiner is the Senior Rabbi at Temple De Hirsch Sinai, the largest Reform Jewish Synagogue in the Pacific Northwest of the United States. In this interview, Dr. Michael Trice and Rabbi Weiner reflect on how to respond to acts of violence. More on Temple De Hirsch Sinai: https://templedehirschsinai.org/ More from Religica at https://religica.org Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Religica.org/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/religica YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCPuwufds6gAu2u6xmm8SBuw Soundcloud: https://soundcloud.com/user-religica Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3CZwIO4uGP1voqiVpYdMas?si=0k2-TSmwTkuTQC2rgdGObQ iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/religica/id1448005061?mt=2 Religica is a comprehensive online platform at the axis of religion and society that provides non-sectarian, coherent, integrated and accessible awareness about the role of religion in society, with a focus on strengthening local communities.
Since the tragedies at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School in Parkland, Florida, the March For Our Lives movement has taken a stand against senseless gun violence. The Parkland students work together with young leaders of all backgrounds from across the country to hold politicians accountable and combat the normalization of gun violence. March For Our Lives brings Jammal Levy, Alex Wind, and David Hogg, all survivors of the Parkland shooting, to Town Hall’s stage to share Glimmer of Hope, a book that tells the story of how a group of teenagers raced to channel their rage and sorrow into action—and went on to create one of the largest youth-led movements in global history. Joined by actor and activist Sophia Bush, these students bring their urgent conversation to Seattle to offer us a chance to come together and take action and work to create a safe and compassionate nation for our youth. Moderator: Sophia Bush is an American actress, activist, entrepreneur, and global education access advocate. Bush is a member of the Directors Guild of America, and has appeared in films and series such as Incredibles 2, One Tree Hill, The Hitcher, John Tucker Must Die, and others. She uses her personal platform and social media influence to raise awareness to fund causes, including the construction of schools in Guatemala and Laos, as well as serving as a global ambassador for Glamour’s The Girl Project. Recorded live at Temple De Hirsch Sinai by Town Hall Seattle on Sunday, October 21, 2018.
LSD and psilocybin (the active ingredient in psychedelic mushrooms) have shown significant promise as tools to provide relief to people suffering from difficult-to-treat conditions such as depression, addiction, and anxiety. But, according to bestselling writer Michael Pollan, these remarkable substances are improving the lives not only of the mentally ill but also of healthy people coming to grips with the challenges of everyday life. Pollan—author of The Omnivore’s Dilemma—joined us to reveal firsthand insight on the landscape of the mind with wisdom from his new book 'How to Change Your Mind: What the New Science of Psychedelics Teaches Us About Consciousness, Dying, Addiction, Depression, and Transcendence.' He shared his singular adventure into the experience of various altered states of consciousness, with a deep dive into the latest brain science and the thriving underground community of psychedelic therapists. Pollan met with drug researcher and community engagement worker Ingrid Walker to sift the historical record and separate the truth about these mysterious drugs from the myths that have surrounded them since the 1960s. Together Pollan and Walker outlined a history of the handful of psychedelic evangelists who catalyzed a powerful backlash against what was then a promising field of research. Join Pollan and Walker for a conversation on the science and psychology of the psychedelic. Engage with the puzzle of human consciousness and explore how, in a world that offers us both struggle and beauty, we can do our best to be fully present and find meaning in our lives. Michael Pollan is the author of seven previous books, including Cooked, Food Rules, In Defense of Food, The Omnivore’s Dilemma and The Botany of Desire, all of which were New York Times bestsellers. A longtime contributor to the New York Times Magazine, he also teaches writing at Harvard and the University of California, Berkeley. In 2010, TIME magazine named him one of the one hundred most influential people in the world. Ingrid K. Walker is Associate professor of American Studies at the University of Washington, Tacoma. Her current research projects centers on engaging with drug users about their experiences, and developing a language to talk about drugs outside of the framework of medicalization or criminalization. Her writing has been published in the Journal of Popular Culture, NANO, publications of the Alcohol and Drug History Association, and others. She is the author of High: Drugs, Desire, and a Nation of Users. Recorded live at Temple De Hirsch Sinai by Town Hall Seattle on Tuesday, May 22, 2018.
Who hasn’t entertained childhood fantasies of magic? To help us rekindle that shared dream, award-winning actor Neil Patrick Harris brought us The Magic Misfits, the debut book in his newly premiering children’s series. The story follows a young magician’s adventure to discover a family of friends and their own self-worth. The book itself is cleverly designed as a treasure trove rich with codes and ciphers, and promises to engage active young readers with secrets of how to make their own magic! Join Neil for a family-friendly night and explore his imagination―and learn about the inspiration for his foray into children’s literature. Recorded live at Temple De Hirsch Sinai by Town Hall Seattle on Thursday, December 7, 2017.
Chris Matthews is the host of MSNBC's Hardball. He is the author of Hardball: How Politics is Played – Told by One Who Knows the Game; Kennedy & Nixon: The Rivalry That Shaped Postwar America; Jack Kennedy: Elusive Hero; and Tip and the Gipper: When Politics Worked. Chris' latest book is Bobby Kennedy: A Raging Spirit. He was in the Northwest to speak at Temple De Hirsch Sinai in Seattle, presented by Town Hall and University Book Store as part of the Civics series.
Capitol Ideas: The Washington State House Democratic Caucus Podcast
Overt acts of anti-Semitism are increasingly common around the U.S. and here in Washington state. Mosques are burned and vandalized. People who look vaguely Middle Eastern are targeted by violent xenophobes, and racist bullies do what racist bullies do. Is hate the new black? We hear today from a lawmaker and a rabbi to get their take on increasing threats to America's sustaining values, and what they're doing about it.