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Where does suffering fit into a person's global worldview? Is it part of the master plan for people to carry their suffering around their necks for their entire lives? And how sensitive are you to distinguish between the troubles that appear appropriate for others, but have a hard time understanding the harsh treatment you yourself receive? Hear how Rav Berkovits weaves the spiritual and physical aspects of suffering into the larger mosaic of reward and punishment.
Interested to hear what the term "kosher" really means? You could say that just like healthy eating is good for the body, so is kosher eating good for the soul. But what imbues food with a special kosher quality? This class is an excellent introduction to the laws of kashrus - from meat and dairy, to animal species, to ritual slaughter.
First and foremost, let's define exactly what 'Jewish philosophy' is. For example, can we slaughter animals for their meat, and to what extent is this considered cruelty? Using Maimonides as a base, Rav Berkovits delves into a human being's purpose in the universe and his potential to rule over nature. A 20-class series you will want to hear more than once.
If using one's brain is the focal point of being Jewish, why do we need all the commandments and all their details? Can't we just work out the right thing to do by using our head? A related question is how to understand Maimonides' statement that 'actions are a reflection of the intellect?' In the second installment of this 20 session philosophy series, Rav Berkovits, a world renowned scholar and extremely clear speaker, explains the vital role that thinking plays in attaining a balanced life.
