The Roots of Messiah and Humanity

The Roots of Messiah and Humanity

Author: Yishai Fleisher August 5, 2016 Duration: 1:05:50
Rabbi Mike Feuer joins Yishai Fleisher for a special "Spiritual Cafe" from Hebron. There they discuss the end of the Book of Numbers "the book of Jewish Leadership," as they sit adjacent to Machpela, the burial place of Adam and Eve (the roots of humanity), the burial place of Abraham (the root of Abrahamic Faiths), and later, from the Tomb of Yishai and Ruth, (the roots of the Davidic dynasty and Messiah). Rabbi Mike and Rabbi Yishai also discuss the Biblical Cities of Refuge, of which Hebron is one of, and the romance of Hebron, that is, the couples who are buried in this ancient city, and the romance that ends the Book of Numbers.

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There's a particular energy that comes from living at the heart of a story thousands of years in the making. The Yishai Fleisher Israel Podcast channels that energy directly into your headphones, offering a raw and nuanced perspective on the nation that is both ancient and constantly being reborn. Host Yishai Fleisher brings a lifetime of unique roles to the microphone-his insights are shaped by his time as a soldier, a journalist, a biblical scholar, and a voice for communities like Hebron. This isn't just a news recap from the region; it's a deep dive into the ideas, conflicts, and spiritual currents that define modern Israeli reality. Each episode feels like a conversation that could range from the geopolitical shifts shaking the Middle East to the timeless wisdom found in a weekly Torah portion, all filtered through the lens of someone who doesn't just report on Israel, but lives its daily struggle and miracle. You'll find discussions on family, health, and Jewish thought woven into the analysis, creating a holistic picture of life there. For anyone seeking to move beyond headlines and understand the soul, the politics, and the everyday resilience of Israel, this podcast becomes an essential listen. Yishai's firsthand experience provides context that is both scholarly and street-level, making each topic immediate and deeply personal.
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Duration: 34:44
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Duration: 34:17
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Duration: 17:22
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Duration: 30:05
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Duration: 29:12
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SPIRITUAL CAFE: Joseph - the Agent of Change 2015_12_03 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 45:15
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SPIRITUAL CAFE "VAYISHLACH" - Jacob Returns to the Promise Land [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 55:09
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