Devarim 5784: Facing Giants

Posted by Pardes Faculty on August 4, 2024
Topics: Pardes from Jerusalem, Devarim, Torah, Devarim (Deuteronomy)

What can a giant teach us about overcoming obstacles and building a better society?

In this episode, Tzvi Hirschfield and Rabbi Haim Shalom delve into the Parsha of Devarim, highlighting the significance of Moshe’s speeches as the Jewish people stand on the brink of entering the land of Canaan. They discuss the fascinating detail of Og, the giant king, and what his story teaches us about overcoming seemingly insurmountable obstacles. Their conversation focuses on the importance of internal resilience and the dangers of both underestimating and overestimating challenges. They also examine modern applications of these lessons, focusing on the critical need for unity and the creation of a coherent, connected society in Israel and the diaspora.

Rabbi Haim Shalom – Pardes Faculty
Rabbi Zvi Hirschfield – Pardes Faculty and Host of Pardes from Jerusalem

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