Balak 5784: Finding Identity in Solitude

Posted by Pardes Faculty on July 13, 2024
Topics: Tanakh, Pardes from Jerusalem, Torah, Bamidbar (Numbers), Balak

How do we navigate the complexities of being a unique people while integrating into the modern world?

In this week’s episode, Rabbi Avi Spodek and Rabbi Zvi Hirschfield delve into Parsha Balak, highlighting the themes of identity, isolation, and the perception of the Jewish people by outsiders. They discuss the narrative of Bilaam’s blessings and curses, emphasizing the concept of being a “nation that dwells alone.” The conversation examines the modern implications of these lessons, focusing on the balance between maintaining a unique identity and integrating into the broader world, the political isolation of Israel, and the challenges faced by Jews globally.

Credits:
Rabbi Avi Spodek – Pardes Faculty
Rabbi Zvi Hirschfield – Pardes Faculty and Host of Pardes from Jerusalem

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