When kids ask big questions, how do you respond? Whether you are parent, educator, or just a curious person, you've probably asked yourself the same questions.This podcast doesn’t have all the answers, but it can give you language and frameworks to engage meaningfully with these questions. Every week, Rabbi Shai Held invites an expert guest to explore a big question: Who is God? Why did God create the world? Why do bad things happen? No pressure.
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Parashat VaYehi: A Blessing On Your Head (re-release)
At the end of the Book of Bereishit, Ya'akov blesses his sons, including a really intricate one for Dan. Mara and Ravi discuss what it could mean and the lessons for being a good leader. At the end of the episode, they share some of their favorite moments of this season and what they've learned from each other.
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Parashat VaYigash: Never Fear (re-release)
After Yosef reveals himself to his brothers, and Ya'akov and the entire family go down to Egypt, God says not to be afraid. Mara asks why this might have been what Ya'akov needed to hear and Ravi talks about a time when he felt God was with him.
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Parashat Mikeitz: Grudge Match (re-release)
If the Torah says not to hold a grudge, why does Yosef take revenge on his brothers? Mara and Ravi talk about how role models might not always be perfect and how we can learn both from their strengths and their mistakes.
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Parashat VaYeishev: Field of Dreams (re-release)
Yosef's dreams lead to a lot of tension in his family. But did they have to? Ravi thinks about sibling rivalries, favoritism, and how everyone could've interpreted Yosef's dreams differently.
Every week, Ravi and Mara set aside quality time for learning the weekly parashah together. They call it “Torah Time” -- and you’re invited to learn along with them!
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