When God Had Enough

When God Had Enough

Author: Yishai Fleisher November 4, 2016 Duration: 1:02:15
The Great Flood was a result of God being fed up with humanity - yet Noah found grace in His eyes and saved the world. But when it was all over, why did the animals refuse to leave that stuffy ark? Join Rabbis Yishai Fleisher and Mike Feuer for this week's animalistic Spiritual Cafe to learn about the secrets of Noah's Ark, the beautiful yet perilous rainbow, the Tower of Babel that went down hard, and finally the appearance of a special man who spoke truth to power - Abraham.

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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.
Author: Language: English Episodes: 551

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The Sodom Sizzle [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:58:52
Should Abraham pray for Sodom? Should he feel bad about ousting Yishmael from his household? Should he listen to God when He commands him to sacrifice Isaac? Rabbi Mike Feuer joins Rabbi Yishai to discuss a Torah portion…
The First Hebrew Warrior [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:46:55
Cutting animals in half for a covenant, the first circumcision, Pharaoh taking Sarah, the Egyptian handmaiden, and the first world war of empires - all in one Torah portion!!! Rav Mike Feuer joins Rabbi Yishai for Lech L…
The Deluge Refuge Love Boat [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:39:24
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The Genesis of Nemesis [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:18:37
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Duration: 1:10:26
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Duration: 25:27
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Duration: 1:46:02
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Duration: 1:18:37
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Fear of Jewish Power [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:11:45
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Praying at Satmar in Vienna [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 47:41
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