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Yeshiva University Straus Center for Torah and Western Thought
Twice Blest
Exploring Shakespeare and the Hebrew Bible
Welcome to Twice Blest, a podcast exploring Shakespeare and the Hebrew Bible from the Yeshiva University Straus Center for Torah and Western Thought. Hosted by Dr. Shaina Trapedo, Twice Blest brings you conversations with faith leaders, scholars, and writers that bridge the wisdom of Judaic and classical texts so we can live more informed and fulfilling intellectual and spiritual lives on an individual and communal level.
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5.0 stars from 18 ratings
Bible and Shakespeare
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“Literally outstanding. My two favourite reads . Really outstanding. An other author I read in same vane Allan Bloom his critique of Merchant of Venice and anti semetism is my first read on the subject. So interesting to hear such learned speakers with expertise in biblical Jewish literature and...”Read full review »
Pdtor via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
10/19/22
Blessed to have listened to it
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“I just listened to the podcast on Richard II (with a bit of Macbeth thrown in). It was wonderful. I will definitely be sharing the podcast with others and look forward to listening to the remaining episodes.”
Musophilus via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
10/17/21
Recent Episodes
Published 02/21/22
BONUS EPISODE: Shakespeare’s Hamlet opens with a seemingly straightforward question: “Who’s there?” Who’s there, indeed. The appearance of the ghost of his murdered father prompts Hamlet– and the play’s 16th-century audience– to grapple with a series of philosophical and theological questions...
Published 02/21/22
Shakespeare’s portrayal of Shylock as a cruel and vengeful Jew in the early 16th century gave rise to some of the most enduring racial stereotypes. He also gave Shylock depth and sympathetic qualities. In one of the most stirring speeches in all of Shakespeare, Shylock underscores his humanity,...
Published 09/20/21
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