
Episode 301
Thus Saith Cyrus
The last words of 2 Chronicles 36 offer a profound hint about the era we inhabit, bridging ancient wisdom with modern understanding.
Podcast · 299 Episodes
A podcast that connects weekly Torah portions (Parashot) to contemporary political and social issues, offering a Torah perspective on modern events.
Episode 301
The last words of 2 Chronicles 36 offer a profound hint about the era we inhabit, bridging ancient wisdom with modern understanding.
Episode 300
Explore the striking parallels between ancient Passover celebrations and events in 2 Chronicles 33-36, revealing timeless lessons.
Episode 299
Hezekiah's unwavering faith against Assyria left a lasting impact on Jewish history, as detailed in 2 Chronicles 32.
Episode 298
Explore Judah's history through King Hezekiah's reign and a pivotal Passover celebration, as detailed in 2 Chronicles 28-31.
Episode 297
Explore how arrogance in 2 Chronicles 25-27 reveals profound lessons on humility and the consequences of prideful leadership.
Episode 296
Rabbi Soloveichik explores Oppenheim's art, revealing the defeat of an usurper and a child's image in the Temple, linked to 2 Chronicles 21-24.
Episode 295
Rabbi Soloveichik explores the theme of prayer before battle in Jehoshaphat's story and its connection to "The True Story of the Patton Prayer."
Episode 294
Explore the reign of a lesser-known Judah king, highlighting his failures and achievements that shaped his legacy and impacted the kingdom's history.
Episode 293
Explore the battle between Judah and Israel in 2 Chronicles 13, revealing insights into Jerusalem's enduring legacy and historical significance.
Episode 292
Rabbi Soloveichik explores the Bubastite Portal, revealing a biblical warning from the battle between a pharaoh and an Israeli king in 2 Chronicles 11-12.
Episode 291
Explore Solomon's reign through 2 Chronicles 7-10, revealing insights into his leadership, challenges, and the impact on Israel's history.
Episode 290
Explore 2 Chronicles 1-7 to uncover the Temple's divine purpose and its enduring significance in biblical history.
Episode 289
The king's guidance to Israel and his son in 1 Chronicles 22-29 offers timeless lessons on leadership and legacy.
Episode 288
1 Chronicles 21 recounts the divine events leading to the creation of the Temple's Altar, highlighting faith, sacrifice, and divine intervention.
Episode 287
Explore why beards hold significance in the Bible, focusing on insights from 1 Chronicles 19-20 and their cultural and spiritual implications.
Episode 286
Rabbi Soloveichik explores contrasting edifices through a Biblical Archaeology Review article, shedding light on 1 Chronicles 16-18.
Episode 285
Discover why one tribe was uniquely chosen to carry the Ark of the Covenant, as detailed in 1 Chronicles 14-15, revealing divine purpose and tradition.
Episode 284
A warrior's tale in 1 Chronicles 10-13 inspires a captivating midrash, revealing deeper insights into biblical narratives and their enduring impact.
Episode 283
Explore how the opening of Chronicles reveals Jewish interactions with the broader world through the genealogies of 1 Chronicles 1-9.
Episode 282
Explore a profound lesson from Nehemiah 8-13, revealing deep insights into Rosh Hashanah and the essence of Judaism.
Episode 281
Explore the surprising significance of "Water Gate" for Jews through the lens of Nehemiah 7-13, revealing historical and cultural insights.
Episode 280
Explore Nehemiah 5-13 with fresh insights, revealing new perspectives on leadership, justice, and community restoration in ancient times.
Episode 279
An archaeological find unveils a pivotal yet overlooked figure in Jewish history, explored through Rabbi Soloveichik's insights and Nehemiah 1-6.
Episode 278
Ezra's leadership in Jewish history, as depicted in chapters 7-10, offers profound insights into effective governance and spiritual renewal.
Episode 277
Rabbi Soloveichik explores the relevance of the Second Temple's obstruction, referencing the Cyrus Cylinder and Darius' palace bricks.
Episode 276
Ezra 1-3 reveals the profound Jewish connection to Jerusalem, highlighting their enduring bond with history and identity.
Episode 275
Explore why Daniel is chosen to articulate a key tenet of Jewish faith, as revealed in the profound insights of Daniel 12.
Episode 274
Daniel unveils a looming threat through visions in chapters 7-12, offering a prophetic glimpse into future challenges and divine interventions.
Episode 273
Rabbi Soloveichik explores Daniel's story in Jerusalem, referencing Rubens' painting "Daniel in the Lions' Den" to illuminate its enduring impact.
Episode 272
Rabbi Soloveichik explores Rembrandt's "Belshazzar’s Feast," revealing profound historical insights through its rabbinical connections.