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The Rise of Kings - The Best Book Ever with Rabbi David Kasher Oct 31, 2025

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This is a recording from 10.29.2025 of the Weekly Parashah with Rabbi David Kasher, a class co-sponsored by Hadar and IKAR.

The Journey Before The Journey - Rabbi Morris Panitz Oct 26, 2025

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Hidden in the dry details of genealogy and geography is the actual beginning of Avraham’s story– a beginning that fundamentally changes how we understand the call he receives, the family he leaves, and the journey he undertakes.

It Isn't Easy Being Good (Right Now) - Rabbi Dvora Weisberg Oct 21, 2025

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From September 27, 2025.

At a time when so many horrible things are happening, some might wonder, "Why bother to be a decent person?" At such a time, we need to focus on the words of Hillel, "In a place where people are being inhumane, seek to be a mensch."

Welcoming the divine reflection; Opening our hearts and our doors to people of all abilities backgrounds And talents - Matan Koch Oct 19, 2025

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As a part of disability Shabbat, IKAR member Matan Koch explores the ideas of openness, welcoming and access in the context of embracing each person's unique reflection of the divine. He takes us on a journey from Talmudic thought to present-day actions, exhorting us to be the kind of community where all of the reflections of the divine are known, and seen.

Disability Shabbat - Lunch & Learn Oct 19, 2025

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Stories, perspectives, and wisdom from folks in our own community.

Alana Zeitchik in Conversation with Rabbi Sharon Brous Oct 12, 2025

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A conversation in recognition of October 7th with Rabbi Sharon Brous and Alana Zeitchik, an Israeli-American peace advocate.

Redwood Trees & Jewish People - Rabbi Bradley Artson Oct 12, 2025

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A lighthearted and serious look at the shared strengths of the most majestic of trees and the ancient resilient Children of Israel.

The Mountain, the Hair, and the Great Repair - Rabbinic Intern Jacob Schatz | Sukkot Oct 10, 2025

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Examining how our perceptions inform our beliefs and behaviors, through the Babylonian Talmud's account of the ancient Water-Drawing Festival.

Gathering Joy - Rabbi Deborah Silver Oct 05, 2025

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As we move from the peak experiences of the High Holydays into Sukkot, how will we gather in our joy? What practices can we adopt for Sukkot, whether or not we are able to build a Sukkah? And what role does this joy have to play in our experience of Sukkot and beyond?

Before the Dove, there was a Raven - Rabbi Morris Panitz Oct 03, 2025

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We cannot bypass the pain in pursuit of the promise. Only by confronting the trauma of our past, both individual and collective, can we build a future of expansive possibility.

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