Rabbi Daniel Rowe

What is Moshiach supposed to do? Can we really expect him at any moment? What is meant by the 'World to Come'? is it physical? spiritual? DO people come back as an old person? What if someone was reincarnated? Could they come back as their own granchild? In multiple marriages? And why are these concepts so fundamental to Judaism? Are they even discussed in the Torah? All these and more are questions discussed in this class. This episode was recorded at Aish Hatorah Jerusalem, November 2024, given to a class on the Aspire women's seminary program.

00:00 What is the difference between soul mind brain and body? 08:28 Is the 'yetzer hora' (negative inclination) an angel? our body? something else? 13:35 What does the Torah mean when it says 'God came down'? (Prophecy etc) 18:39 Are generations getting spiritually weaker? and how do we compensate? 21:55 Why do we want the Temple? (part 1) (Stages of Messianic era) 22:28 Why we don't like miracles, returning to the yeridas hodoros (diminishing generations) 29:26 Why do we need the Temple? (part 2) experiencing the Presence of God 30:50 Describing future world that is beyond our experience and comprehension? 33:00 Why don't we try to rebuild it/ push the Messianic process? 37:30 When's the latest Moshiach can come? 41:30 How far are the Jewish people from what we are meant to be? 42:17 What antisemites get right. 50:30 Why its important that we don't know exactly what the Messianic era will be like. Be sure to subscribe to the channel for weekly videos on Jewish philosophy, wisdom and world-changing ideas. Rabbi Daniel Rowe is a popular Rabbi, philosopher and educator at Aish, who uses his deep knowledge of Judaism, science, and philosophy to captivate and educate audiences across the globe. Follow Rabbi Rowe on social media for regular new uploads and updates: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC2IUE77xD5uF_1xmWxWoBSg Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1qPQn7TIWdQ8Dxvy6RfjyD Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rabbidanielrowe/ Amazon Music: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/cd5debfe-684c-411d-b0bc-223dcfa58a39/rabbi-daniel-rowe LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rabbi-daniel-rowe-23838711/?originalSubdomain=uk TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@rabbi.daniel.rowe #jewish #rabbi #torah #mindbodysoul #jewishwisdom #moshiach #antisemitism

In this Q&A on Jewish Philosophy, Rabbi Rowe is asked about the following topics that cover different schools of thought in Jewish Philosophy Kabbalah, Rationalists and so on: 00:00 Philosophical arguments for Jewish beliefs vs 'Emunah Peshuta', 'straightforward faith' 15:08 What are 'angels'? do they have freewill? 27:56 Why does the Torah not give us a scientific account of creation? Be sure to subscribe to the channel for weekly videos on Jewish philosophy, wisdom and world-changing ideas. Rabbi Daniel Rowe is a popular Rabbi, philosopher and educator at Aish, who uses his deep knowledge of Judaism, science, and philosophy to captivate and educate audiences across the globe. Follow Rabbi Rowe on social media for regular new uploads and updates: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC2IUE77xD5uF_1xmWxWoBSg Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1qPQn7TIWdQ8Dxvy6RfjyD Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rabbidanielrowe/ Amazon Music: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/cd5debfe-684c-411d-b0bc-223dcfa58a39/rabbi-daniel-rowe LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rabbi-daniel-rowe-23838711/?originalSubdomain=uk TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@rabbi.daniel.rowe #jewish #rabbi #jewishwisdom #torah #philosophy #kabbalah #angel #aish

Sukkot is described in the Torah (Hebrew Bible) as the 'time of our rejoicing'. Yet its commandments to move out of a house into a temporary structure (Sukka) and the waving of rht 'four species' (lulav, etrog fruit etc) do not at first seem obviously linked to either joy or holiness. Rabbi Rowe explores the Talmudic teachings and shows how Chazal (the ancient Rabbis) reveal in the Sukkah deep philosophical and psychological teachings about the nature of life as a journey, about the ability to connect to God in this world and to love the 'world to come' or 'Garden of Eden in our Sukkah, and from there into our daily lives. This talk highlights how Sukkot helps transition from the lofty and mystical heights of Yom Kippur into the rest of the year. On Yom Kippur the Kohen Gadol (High Priest) embodies the nation of Israel and enters the 'Holy of Holies' of the Temple in Jerusalem. On Sukkot that holiness permeates every sukkah and the Presence of Hashem (God) enters each of our Sukkot as we embark on our annual journey to a new deeper self. Be sure to subscribe to the channel for weekly videos on Jewish philosophy, wisdom and world-changing ideas. Rabbi Daniel Rowe is a popular Rabbi, philosopher and educator at Aish, who uses his deep knowledge of Judaism, science, and philosophy to captivate and educate audiences across the globe. Follow Rabbi Rowe on social media for regular new uploads and updates: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC2IUE77xD5uF_1xmWxWoBSg Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1qPQn7TIWdQ8Dxvy6RfjyD Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rabbidanielrowe/ Amazon Music: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/cd5debfe-684c-411d-b0bc-223dcfa58a39/rabbi-daniel-rowe LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rabbi-daniel-rowe-23838711/?originalSubdomain=uk TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@rabbi.daniel.rowe #jewish #rabbi #jewishwisdom #torah #sukkot #kabbalah #jewishphilosophy

Through the first 3 chapters, Rambam (Maimonidies) analysed the nature of Teshuvah ('repentance') in Jewish philosophy, moving from the 'tikun' undoing damage, to the healing of relationships, to a rediscovery of our place in the world. In the 3rd chapter Rambam introduced the 'book of life' and the way in which our lives are not individuated distinct moments but part of a singular organic whole. This section works through the list Rambam provides a list of attitudes and behaviours that could remove someone from the book of life/ world to come, and also those that can make Teshuva difficult. This is the 5th episode in the series exploring the Rambam's (Maimonides') Laws of Repentance. These chapters explore the world of repentance, or more literally 'return' to one's true self, and also include discussions of some of the most fundamental principles and themes of Jewish philosophy; freewill, the world to come, reward and punishment and loving Hashem (God). Be sure to subscribe to the channel for weekly videos on Jewish philosophy, wisdom and world-changing ideas. Rabbi Daniel Rowe is a popular Rabbi, philosopher and educator at Aish, who uses his deep knowledge of Judaism, science, and philosophy to captivate and educate audiences across the globe. Follow Rabbi Rowe on social media for regular new uploads and updates: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC2IUE77xD5uF_1xmWxWoBSg Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1qPQn7TIWdQ8Dxvy6RfjyD Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rabbidanielrowe/ Amazon Music: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/cd5debfe-684c-411d-b0bc-223dcfa58a39/rabbi-daniel-rowe LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rabbi-daniel-rowe-23838711/?originalSubdomain=uk TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@rabbi.daniel.rowe #jewish #rabbi #jewishwisdom #rambam #torah #teshuva #aish #roshhashanah #yomkippur

In the 3rd chapter Rambam (Maimonides) offers a third dimension to the nature of Teshuva (repentence), Rosh Hashana and Yom Kippur, by exploring the notion that life is not merely distinct persons, choices and moments, but also has totalities. People places and the world as a whole can be defined as tzadik (righteous) rasha (anti-righteous) or benoni (undetermined). Whilst the default may be that things are underdetermined, eventually individual lives and the totality of history must arc to an overall definition. Individual lives are turned into one each Rosh Hashana. The result is that history becomes a 'book of life' that people can be written into or out of. Rambam takes the familiar 'scales' of judgment but subtly shifts the fable like vision of adding positive and negative acts. Instead of weighing what we have done, what is weighed is who we have become. Teshuvah becomes about deep existential redefinition, and individual moments are components of complex totalities that interplay in the tapestry of life and existence. God Torah and mitzvos all mean far more in a teshuva focused, self-redefining world. This is the 4th episode in the series exploring the Rambam's (Maimonides') Laws of Repentance. These chapters explore the world of repentance, or more literally 'return' to one's true self, and also include discussions of some of the most fundamental principles and themes of Jewish philosophy; freewill, the world to come, reward and punishment and loving Hashem (God). Be sure to subscribe to the channel for weekly videos on Jewish philosophy, wisdom and world-changing ideas. Rabbi Daniel Rowe is a popular Rabbi, philosopher and educator at Aish, who uses his deep knowledge of Judaism, science, and philosophy to captivate and educate audiences across the globe. Follow Rabbi Rowe on social media for regular new uploads and updates: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC2IUE77xD5uF_1xmWxWoBSg Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1qPQn7TIWdQ8Dxvy6RfjyD Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rabbidanielrowe/ Amazon Music: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/cd5debfe-684c-411d-b0bc-223dcfa58a39/rabbi-daniel-rowe LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rabbi-daniel-rowe-23838711/?originalSubdomain=uk TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@rabbi.daniel.rowe #jewish #rabbi #jewishwisdom #rambam #torah #aish #roshhashanah #yomkippur

In the continuation of the 2nd chapter Rambam (Maimonides), topics familiar from the first chapter re-emerge in a radically new light. There is a new meaning to repentance, to confession, and to the Day of Yom Kippur (Day of atonement). In place of metaphysical cleansing, there is an unmissable opportunity to reconnect to Hashem as Source of creation. the chapter clearly sees 'Teshuvah' as far more than repenting and changing behaviour. It is a pathway to far greater and more meaningful connection and growth. This is the 3rd episode in the series exploring the Rambam's (Maimonides') Laws of Repentance. These chapters explore the world of repentance, or more literally 'return' to one's true self, and also include discussions of some of the most fundamental principles and themes of Jewish philosophy; freewill, the world to come, reward and punishment and loving Hashem (God). Be sure to subscribe to the channel for weekly videos on Jewish philosophy, wisdom and world-changing ideas. Rabbi Daniel Rowe is a popular Rabbi, philosopher and educator at Aish, who uses his deep knowledge of Judaism, science, and philosophy to captivate and educate audiences across the globe. Follow Rabbi Rowe on social media for regular new uploads and updates: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC2IUE77xD5uF_1xmWxWoBSg Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1qPQn7TIWdQ8Dxvy6RfjyD Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rabbidanielrowe/ Amazon Music: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/cd5debfe-684c-411d-b0bc-223dcfa58a39/rabbi-daniel-rowe LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rabbi-daniel-rowe-23838711/?originalSubdomain=uk TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@rabbi.daniel.rowe #jewish #rabbi #jewishwisdom #torah #rambam #maimonides #teshuva #yomkippur

00:00 What is the goal of creation? (and different opinions about it) 03:33 Is it fair that only some people are born Jewish (or any other life circumstance that we never chose) ? 15:41 Is it selfish to want a relationship with Hashem for reward? 20:15 Does it matter to God what we do? 23:53 If we can serve God in every situation why do we want blessings? 28:26 Trusting Hashem, Learning Torah vs earning income 43:24 Why do so many intelligent people not believe? (is it just bias?) These questions and many other side points form this week's Q&A on Jewish thought philosophy and practice, filmed live at the Aish Yeshiva. Be sure to subscribe to the channel for weekly videos on Jewish philosophy, wisdom and world-changing ideas. Rabbi Daniel Rowe is a popular Rabbi, philosopher and educator at Aish, who uses his deep knowledge of Judaism, science, and philosophy to captivate and educate audiences across the globe. Follow Rabbi Rowe on social media for regular new uploads and updates: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC2IUE77xD5uF_1xmWxWoBSg Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1qPQn7TIWdQ8Dxvy6RfjyD Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rabbidanielrowe/ Amazon Music: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/cd5debfe-684c-411d-b0bc-223dcfa58a39/rabbi-daniel-rowe LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rabbi-daniel-rowe-23838711/?originalSubdomain=uk TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@rabbi.daniel.rowe #jew #jewish #rabbi #jewishwisdom #torah #meaningoflife

In the 2nd chapter Rambam (Maimonides) turns away from the metaphysics of atonement and instead focuses on Teshuva as the restoration of relationship with God, with other people and ultimately with ourselves. The masterful brilliance of Maimonides and his careful analysis of the prophetic verses revels some of the most profound psychological and spiritual insights into the nature of change, the grip that delusion holds over each person, and the profound sense of freedom that Teshuvah allows.  This is the 2nd episode in the series exploring the Rambam's (Maimonides') Laws of Repentance. These chapters explore the world of repentance, or more literally 'return' to one's true self, and also include discussions of some of the most fundamental principles and themes of Jewish philosophy; freewill, the world to come, reward and punishment and loving Hashem (God). Be sure to subscribe to the channel for weekly videos on Jewish philosophy, wisdom and world-changing ideas. Rabbi Daniel Rowe is a popular Rabbi, philosopher and educator at Aish, who uses his deep knowledge of Judaism, science, and philosophy to captivate and educate audiences across the globe. Follow Rabbi Rowe on social media for regular new uploads and updates: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC2IUE77xD5uF_1xmWxWoBSg Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1qPQn7TIWdQ8Dxvy6RfjyD Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rabbidanielrowe/ Amazon Music: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/cd5debfe-684c-411d-b0bc-223dcfa58a39/rabbi-daniel-rowe LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rabbi-daniel-rowe-23838711/?originalSubdomain=uk TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@rabbi.daniel.rowe #jewish #rabbi #jewishwisdom #torah #teshuva #rambam #yomkippur

A series exploring the Rambam's (Maimonides') Laws of Repentance. These chapters explore the world of repentance, or more literally 'return' to one's true self, and also include discussions of some of the most fundamental principles and themes of Jewish philosophy; freewill, the world to come, reward and punishment and loving Hashem (God). Chapter one explores the role of vidui (confession) and the impact of Yom Kippur. The chapter seems to raise many questions and problems. Rabbi Rowe explains that in fact Maimonides is extremely careful in distinguishing the process of personal forgiveness from that of the impact of sin. This talk uncovers different motives that can drive Teshuva, and discuses how each relates to a different level in our relationship with other humans, and with our Creator. Be sure to subscribe to the channel for weekly videos on Jewish philosophy, wisdom and world-changing ideas. Rabbi Daniel Rowe is a popular Rabbi, philosopher and educator at Aish, who uses his deep knowledge of Judaism, science, and philosophy to captivate and educate audiences across the globe. Follow Rabbi Rowe on social media for regular new uploads and updates: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC2IUE77xD5uF_1xmWxWoBSg Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1qPQn7TIWdQ8Dxvy6RfjyD Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rabbidanielrowe/ Amazon Music: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/cd5debfe-684c-411d-b0bc-223dcfa58a39/rabbi-daniel-rowe LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rabbi-daniel-rowe-23838711/?originalSubdomain=uk TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@rabbi.daniel.rowe #jewish #rabbi #jewishwisdom #torah #teshuva #rambam #yomkippur

Speaking at Aish Yeshiva, Rabbi Daniel Rowe discusses the significance of Rosh Hashana, and how one can prepare for the Jewish New Year. Rosh Hashanah is the Jewish New Year, but strangely enough it occurs in the middle of the year (in the 7th month). Talmudic commentaries suggest that it does not mirror the day of creation, but the day that 'it arose in the mind of God to create' What is the deep secret contained in that enigmatic teaching? What is G-d expecting of us on Rosh Hashana? What is so special about this day? What should we be thinking about on Rosh Hashana? These are some of the topics mentioned in this video. Be sure to subscribe to the channel for weekly videos on Jewish philosophy, wisdom and world-changing ideas. Rabbi Daniel Rowe is a popular Rabbi, philosopher and educator at Aish, who uses his deep knowledge of Judaism, science, and philosophy to captivate and educate audiences across the globe. Follow Rabbi Rowe on social media for regular new uploads and updates: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC2IUE77xD5uF_1xmWxWoBSg Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1qPQn7TIWdQ8Dxvy6RfjyD Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rabbidanielrowe/ Amazon Music: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/cd5debfe-684c-411d-b0bc-223dcfa58a39/rabbi-daniel-rowe LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rabbi-daniel-rowe-23838711/?originalSubdomain=uk TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@rabbi.daniel.rowe #jewish #rabbi #jewishwisdom #torah #roshhashanah

On every significant date in the Jewish calendar, whether fast day or festival, it is a straightforward matter to know what the emotional state we are trying to achieve. Rosh Hashana is different. There are aspects of judgment, and prayers that refer to it as a heavy and sever day when life and death stands in the balance. On the other hand there are laws and sources, from the book of Nechemiah (Nehemiah) through to the Shulchan Aruch that appear to deliver a contradictory message; that we need not worry about the judgement and can instead celebrate. In this talk, delivered by Rabbi Rowe in the Great Synagogue of Jerusalem, 18th September 2024, the dual nature of the day is unravelled, together with its judgement and joy. The talk explores what it is that is actualy in the balance, how the day takes us back tot he Garden of Eden, and how it is designed to transform us as people to reach deep into innermost selves, to reawaken our inner depth and to lay the foundations of a year transforming ourselves and the world for the good. #roshhashana #torah #judaism

How to relate to and connect to the longest Tefila (prayer service) of the Jewish year. The Talmud in Rosh Hashanah gives an enigmatic overview of the Rosh Hashanah musaf service and the need to add in verses about God's kingship (Malchuyot), human and national Jewish memories (Zichronot) and events involving the Shofar (Shofarot). What is the purpose? and how does this help take us on the profound annual journey of Rosh Hashanah? Rabbi Rowe begins by exploring prayer in general, addressing an old philosophical question. If God knows what is best for us, then why pray? At best it would be ineffective. At worst it could help engineer something that God did not think best? Classical Jewish sources see prayer as an inner transformative act that changes us into vessels capable of receiving blessings we may otherwise have been unfit for. Next the talk explores the application of that to the daily prayer journey, the stages of the prayer service, and shows how they reflect the different description of Jacob's ladder stretching from heaven to earth in Bereishis (Genesis) 28:12. The talk then turns to the Rosh Hashana prayers and explains how the verses of Kingship help to unlock a deep vision and mission that aligns each of us with the Divine vision for the world; how the Memories form our identity; and how the Shofar unlocks a deep pre-cynical primal cry of the soul in each of us. he talk weaves together ideas from Torah (Hebrew Bible) Midrash Talmud Kabbalah and Jewish philosophy, punctuated by references to modern science, psychology and the history of political and social ideas. #roshhashanah #biblicalwisdom #jewishwisdom #prayer #kabbalah #roshhashana

During his weekly Q & A sessions with Aish Yeshiva, Rabbi Daniel Rowe answers a variety of questions on many different Jewish topics. This week he answers questions about the purpose of our existence in the time of Moshiach (the Messiah and the Messianic era), the Authenticity of Zohar, and Jewish Mysticism. This is one of many videos in which Rabbi Daniel Rowe addresses questions on Jewish philosophy and Jewish ideas. Subscribe for more videos about Jewish Wisdom, thought, and Jewish issues. Rabbi Daniel Rowe is a popular Rabbi, philosopher and educator at Aish, who uses his deep knowledge of Judaism, science, and philosophy to captivate and educate audiences across the globe.

In this first edition of the weekly Q & A sessions at the Aish HaTorah Yeshivah in Jersualem, Rabbi Daniel Rowe answers a variety of questions on many different Jewish topics. 1. What is the Jewish view of evolution? Does it contradict Torah? 2. If we lose freewill in the Messaianic era and lose the ability to gain reward then why should we pray for such an era? 3. What about religions that accept the Divine authorship of Torah but believe they have reasons to argue that God also gave other texts? 4. Where does Rabbinic authority cone from? This is one of many videos in which Rabbi Daniel Rowe addresses questions on Jewish philosophy and Jewish ideas. Subscribe for more videos about Jewish Wisdom, thought, and Jewish issues. Rabbi Daniel Rowe is a popular Rabbi, philosopher and educator at Aish, who uses his deep knowledge of Judaism, science, and philosophy to captivate and educate audiences across the globe. Follow Rabbi Rowe on social media for regular new uploads and updates: YouTube: / @rabbidanielrowe Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1qPQn7T... Instagram: https://instagram.com/rabbidanielrowe... Amazon Music: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/cd5... LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rabbi-dan... TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@rabbi.daniel.... #jewish rabbi #jewishwisdom #torah #evolution #messiah #aish

The section of the Torah (Hebrew Bible) called 'Chukas' or 'Statute' (Bamidbar/ Book of Numbers19-22:1) opens with the law of he red heifer, the paradigmatic 'Chok' or incomprehensible law about the purification process of one who has come into contact with a corpse. the sprinkling of water mixed with ashes of the red heifer contains a paradoxical law: in addition to purifying the contaminated, it also contaminates the pure! Why is this law given here in this part of Torah? Next we have some of the most tragic and at times incomprehensible narratives, including Moshe (Moses) striking the rock instead of speaking to it, for which he is barred from entering the land, and the story of the fiery serpents whose attack against the Israelites is thwarted by the seemingly bizarre erection of a pole with a copper serpent atop. This Shiur (Torah lecture) draws upon the works of Rabbi Chaim of Volzhin, Rabbi Yitzchak Isaan Chaver and others to show how we can make sense of these individually baffling episodes and laws, and uncovers the deep thematic connection between them and other parts of the Torah that we read about in this Sidra (weekly Torah reading). Subscribe for more videos about Judaism, Jewish Mysticism and Kabbalah. Rabbi Daniel Rowe is a popular Rabbi, philosopher and educator in the UK, who uses deep knowledge of Judaism, science and philosophy to captivate and educate audiences on a daily basis. Follow Rabbi Rowe on Social media for regular new uploads and updates: YouTube: / @rabbidanielrowe . Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1qPQn7T... Instagram: / rabbidanielrowe. . Facebook: / lhrizdb5el2vdnaa Amazon Music: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/cd5... LinkedIn: / rabbi-dan. . TikTok: / rabbi.daniel.. . #torah #bible #biblestudy #judaism #jewishwisdom #bookofnumbers

The Torah reading (Bamidbar/Numbers 13:1-15:41) focuses on the disasters report of the spies, and the Children of Israel rejecting the land. In this Shiur/lecture we discover that the consequence was not merely the need to wonder the Sinai desert for 40 years, but ultimately lead to wondering, exile and suffering for millenia. Subscribe for more videos about Judaism, Jewish Mysticism and Kabbalah. Rabbi Daniel Rowe is a popular Rabbi, philosopher and educator in the UK, who uses deep knowledge of Judaism, science and philosophy to captivate and educate audiences on a daily basis.  #torah #bible #judaism #jewishwisdom #bookofnumbers

The Book of Ruth is one of the best known and best loved of all the Biblical works of the Jewish Bible. This series explores the hidden levels of depth and meaning. The last 2 chapters involve Ruth assuming two persons in one, as she suggests marriage of herself to Boaz. It seems unclear whether this is intended to be for her own good, her own actualisation and fulfilment, or whether this is her selflessly stepping aside to be a surrogate for Naomi. A deeper look at the text suggests that in Ruth's world there is no zero sum. It is possible to fully self actualise and fully be giving to another at the same time. This radical idea is understood by Boaz, and leads to the radical transformation of the town of Bethlehem, the people of ancient Israel and ultimately leads to the full unification of Israel in preparation for the birth of their great grandchild, King David. Within this story lies the Tenach (Bible)'s insight into how subtle shifts of attitude can cascade across space and time, and bring about radical change of national unity, of our relationship with Hashem, and ability to truly receive His Torah.

The Book of Ruth is one of the best known and best loved of all the Biblical works of the Jewish Bible. This series explores the hidden levels of depth and meaning. The second chapter introduces Boaz, a wealthy landowner in Bethlehem Judea, who later turns out to be the head of the religious court. The Rabbis identify him with the porphet Ivtzan. On the surface he is the generous caring giver, and she is the dependent poor recipient. But Ruth has entered the Jewish people in order to resolve the imbalance of power between givers and takers. Her solution is one that Boaz himself understands, and the two of them begin to create a new paradigm, beyond givers and takers. Ruth's radical idea will end up transforming the town, the Jewish people, and ultimately our relationship with one another and with Hashem.  #bookofruth #torah #bible #jewishphilosophy

In this series, Rabbi Daniel Rowe learns and explains the classic Jewish mystical work, "Nefesh HaChaim" by Rabbi Chaim of Volozhin, touching on many deep Kabbalistic and philosophical truths in Judaism. This episode explores the power of speech and also the 4 Kabbalistic worlds, or layers of relality, known as 'Atzilut' (Emanation), 'Beriah' (Creation), 'Yetzira' (Formation) and 'Asiya' (Action/Completion)'. Subscribe for more videos about Judaism, Jewish Mysticism and Kabbalah. Rabbi Daniel Rowe is a popular Rabbi, philosopher and educator in the UK, who uses deep knowledge of Judaism, science and philosophy to captivate and educate audiences on a daily basis. Follow Rabbi Rowe on Social media for regular new uploads and updates: YouTube: / @rabbidanielrowe. Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1qPQn7T... Instagram: / rabbidanielrowe. . Amazon Music: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/cd5... LinkedIn: / rabbi-dan. . TikTok: / rabbi.daniel.. . #kabbalah #jewishwisdom #jewishphilosophy #jewish