Exploring Psalm 105 – R. Sally Shore-Wittenberg, Anastasia Solberg, Meli Solomon
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Episode 61.  Rabba Sally Shore-Wittenberg and Anastasia Solberg join me  for a compelling discussion about Psalm 105, one of Rabbi Nachman’s ten Psalms for General Remedy. Using different translations, we delve into its connection to the Passover story and the roles of Joseph and Moses. Themes include  seeking divine intervention, the power of individuals in the face of challenges, and the symbolic implications of seeking God's presence.  Highlights: ·       Plagues struck Egypt, leading to Israel's exodus. ·       Role of key figures Joseph and Moses. ·       Desperate cry from the pit of despair. ·       Personal agency and divine intervention. ·       Meaning of "seeking God's face". Books and People Referenced in this episode: ·       Ten Psalms for General Remedy, according to Rabbi Nachman –         Psalms 16, 32, 41, 42, 59, 77, 90, 105, 137, 150 ·       Robert Alter, The Book of Psalms  ·       Rabbi Samson Raphael Hirsch, 1808-1888 ·       Gaya Aranoff Bernstein, Psalmsongs  ·       Koren Weekday Siddur (Rabbi Jonathan Sacks translation) ·       Rabbi Nachman of Bratslav, 1772-1810   Social Media links for the guests: Rabba Sally Shore-Wittenberg, Kerhonkson Synagogue – https://www.kerhonksonsynagogue.org Anastasia Solberg, The Music Institute of Sullivan and Ulster Counties, Ellenville NY – https://misucatskills.org/   Social Media links for Méli: Talking with God Project – https://www.talkingwithgodproject.org LinkedIn – https://www.linkedin.com/in/melisolomon/ Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100066435622271 Transcript:  https://www.buzzsprout.com/1851013/episodes/14549506-exploring-psalm-105-r-sally-shore-wittenberg-anastasia-solberg-meli-solomon Follow the podcast! The Living Our Beliefs podcast offers a place to learn about other religions and faith practices. Hearing about how Christians, Jews and Muslims live their faith, offer new ideas and questions:  Is your way similar or different?  Is there a practice that you want to explore?  Understanding how other people live opens your mind and heart to new people you meet.  Comments?  Questions? Email  Méli – [email protected]   The Living Our Beliefs podcast is part of the Talking with God Project – https://www.talkingwithgodproject.org/
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