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Episode 103: Rabbi Dr. Raphael Zarum "Questioning Belief"
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Rabbi Dr. Raphael Zarum offers a refreshingly different approach to the deep questions of faith, one that immediately stands out from the typical answers often heard in outreach settings. For those who think critically and seek more than surface-level responses, his intellectual honesty and respect for scientific thought set him apart. In our conversation, we explore how Rabbi Zarum confronts issues like the compatibility of creation and evolution, the historicity of the flood story, and grappling with belief in the modern era, without shying away from the intellectual rigor such topics require. He engages directly with scientific perspectives and provides answers that are not only rooted in traditional Jewish thought but also show a deep respect for modern scientific inquiry. His responses invite reflection and dialogue, rather than offering neat conclusions, making his approach especially valuable for those who are unsatisfied with overly simplistic explanations. Rabbi Zarum’s method bridges the gap between faith and reason, allowing for a more sophisticated, thoughtful exploration of belief that resonates with individuals who crave both intellectual honesty and spiritual depth. His work acknowledges that doubt isn't something to be brushed aside, but rather, it can lead to a more profound and mature faith. As his mentor, the late Rabbi Jonathan Sacks, said, "Faith is the courage to live with uncertainty." (A special thank you goes out to our dear friend and podcast guest, Daniel Jonas, for setting this up).
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• Bio: Rabbi Dr. Raphael Zarum is Dean of the London School of Jewish Studies (LSJS), formerly known as Jews’ College, where he holds the Rabbi Sacks Chair of Modern Jewish Thought, established by the Zandan family. He also serves as Scholar-in-Residence at the Central Square Minyan in Hampstead Garden Suburb. He has a PhD in Theoretical Physics from King’s College London, an MA in Education from University College London, rabbinic ordination from Rabbi Sacks zt”l and the Montefiore Kollel, and is a graduate of the Mandel Leadership School in Jerusalem. His writings on Bible, philosophy, education, and Jewish life regularly appear in the Jewish press, academic journals, and book collections.
www.lsjs.ac.uk
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• Get his book here: https://www.amazon.com/Questioning-Belief-Torah-Tradition-Doubt/dp/1592646190
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• Welcome to JUDAISM DEMYSTIFIED: A PODCAST FOR THE PERPLEXED | Co-hosted by Benjy & Benzi | Thank you to...Super Patron: Jordan Karmily, Platinum Patron: Craig Gordon, Gold Patrons: Dovidchai Abramchayev, Lazer Cohen, Travis Krueger, Vasili Volkoff, Rod Ilian, Silver Patrons: Ellen Fleischer, Daniel Maksumov, Rabbi Pinny Rosenthal, Fred & Antonio, Jeffrey Wasserman, and Jacob Winston! Please SUBSCRIBE to this YouTube Channel and hit the BELL so you can get alerted whenever new clips get posted, thank you for your support!
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Episode 103: Rabbi Dr. Raphael Zarum "Questioning Belief"
JUDAISM DEMYSTIFIED | A Guide for Today's Perplexed: Confronting the Challenges of This Generation
Manage episode 443844327 series 3449165
Rabbi Dr. Raphael Zarum offers a refreshingly different approach to the deep questions of faith, one that immediately stands out from the typical answers often heard in outreach settings. For those who think critically and seek more than surface-level responses, his intellectual honesty and respect for scientific thought set him apart. In our conversation, we explore how Rabbi Zarum confronts issues like the compatibility of creation and evolution, the historicity of the flood story, and grappling with belief in the modern era, without shying away from the intellectual rigor such topics require. He engages directly with scientific perspectives and provides answers that are not only rooted in traditional Jewish thought but also show a deep respect for modern scientific inquiry. His responses invite reflection and dialogue, rather than offering neat conclusions, making his approach especially valuable for those who are unsatisfied with overly simplistic explanations. Rabbi Zarum’s method bridges the gap between faith and reason, allowing for a more sophisticated, thoughtful exploration of belief that resonates with individuals who crave both intellectual honesty and spiritual depth. His work acknowledges that doubt isn't something to be brushed aside, but rather, it can lead to a more profound and mature faith. As his mentor, the late Rabbi Jonathan Sacks, said, "Faith is the courage to live with uncertainty." (A special thank you goes out to our dear friend and podcast guest, Daniel Jonas, for setting this up).
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• Bio: Rabbi Dr. Raphael Zarum is Dean of the London School of Jewish Studies (LSJS), formerly known as Jews’ College, where he holds the Rabbi Sacks Chair of Modern Jewish Thought, established by the Zandan family. He also serves as Scholar-in-Residence at the Central Square Minyan in Hampstead Garden Suburb. He has a PhD in Theoretical Physics from King’s College London, an MA in Education from University College London, rabbinic ordination from Rabbi Sacks zt”l and the Montefiore Kollel, and is a graduate of the Mandel Leadership School in Jerusalem. His writings on Bible, philosophy, education, and Jewish life regularly appear in the Jewish press, academic journals, and book collections.
www.lsjs.ac.uk
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• Get his book here: https://www.amazon.com/Questioning-Belief-Torah-Tradition-Doubt/dp/1592646190
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• Welcome to JUDAISM DEMYSTIFIED: A PODCAST FOR THE PERPLEXED | Co-hosted by Benjy & Benzi | Thank you to...Super Patron: Jordan Karmily, Platinum Patron: Craig Gordon, Gold Patrons: Dovidchai Abramchayev, Lazer Cohen, Travis Krueger, Vasili Volkoff, Rod Ilian, Silver Patrons: Ellen Fleischer, Daniel Maksumov, Rabbi Pinny Rosenthal, Fred & Antonio, Jeffrey Wasserman, and Jacob Winston! Please SUBSCRIBE to this YouTube Channel and hit the BELL so you can get alerted whenever new clips get posted, thank you for your support!
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