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The Wars of the Jews (or The History of the Destruction of Jerusalem, or as it usually appears in modern English translations, The Jewish War – original title: Phlauiou Iôsêpou historia Ioudaïkou polemou pros Rhômaious bibliona) is a book written by the 1st century Jewish historian Josephus. It is a description of Jewish history from the capture of Jerusalem by the Seleucid ruler Antiochus IV Epiphanes in 164 BC to the fall and destruction of Jerusalem in the First Jewish-Roman War in AD 70. ...
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A paradigm expanding variety podcast conducting old school, long-form, conversational, in depth interviews with the most interesting authors, scholars, researchers, and freethinkers of today - exploring controversial, marginalized, innovative, obscure, anomalous, and system critical topics within history, culture, philosophy, science, and politics.
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Antiquities of the Jews was a work published by the important Jewish historian Flavius Josephus about the year 93 or 94. It is a history of the Jewish people, written in Greek for Josephus' gentile patrons. Beginning with the creation of Adam and Eve, it follows the events of the historical books of the Hebrew Bible, but sometimes omits or adds information.Volume 1 contains Books 1-5 and ends with the dedication of Samuel and death of Eli the priest.
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Join us as we aim to have inclusive, educational, and empowering conversations with individuals from different backgrounds and areas of expertise. These conversations will be eye-opening, funny, heart-warming and will motivate you to learn more about the diversity in our society! Follow us on Instagram and Facebook @holayazola
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Ever feel like history's just hitting the replay button? Well, buckle up, fellow time travelers, because in this podcast, we're on a mission to unveil the secrets of our past to navigate the twists and turns of our future. Each week, we'll dust off the forgotten pages of yesterday's newspapers and draw parallels to today's headlines. So, whether you're a history buff, a future enthusiast, or just someone looking for a witty take on the world, this podcast is your one-stop shop for enlightenm ...
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J.J. and Dr. Shai Secunda set Talmudic discourse ablaze. They put the Talmud in its Zoroastrian and Sasanian context, and have bloody good discussion about how Judaism interacted with its socio-religious environment in the first few centuries of the Common Era. Don't forget to rate and review the the show in the podcast app of your choice! Please s…
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J.J. and Dr. Joanna Weinberg make their way back to sunny 15th century Italy and the surrounding centuries to visit some of the more interesting Jewish characters of the Italian Renaissance. They weave their way through cross-cultural influences and intra-cultural tensions during this remarkable era of rebirth. Don't forget to rate and review the t…
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J.J. and Dr. Martin Goodman go antiquing! They discuss the most important Jewish historian of the Roman period–Josephus Flavius. What did he write? Who was he writing for? And what ideological framework motivated his histories? Please send any complaints or compliments to podcasts@torahinmotion.org For more information visit torahinmotion.org/podca…
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J.J. and Dr. Susannah Heschel survey the fascinating life and brilliant ideas of Abraham Geiger. This guy was flagrantly influential. A practicing rabbi, a leader in the Wissenschaft das Judentums movement and a founder of Islamic studies in Europe, he was on the intellectual vanguard of the 19th century Reform movement, so strap in for a great con…
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J.J. and Dr. Daniel Schwartz examine the convoluted legacy and enduring relevance of Spinoza. Our first mini-series!! Welcome to the second episode of our three-parter covering friend of the pod, Benedict "Barukh" Spinoza. Please send any complaints or compliments to podcasts@torahinmotion.org For more information visit torahinmotion.org/podcasts D…
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Dive into the enigmatic depths of ancient history with us on this episode of "Nothing New Under the Sun." Join us as we unravel the mysteries surrounding the great kingdom of Ahhiyawa, a powerful entity mentioned by the Hittites, shrouded in the mists of time. Scholars have long debated the true identity of Ahhiyawa, speculating whether it might be…
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J.J. and Dr. Yitzhak Melamed untangle Spinoza's famed Tractatus Theologico-Politicus and assess the religiosity of its author, a supposed atheist. Our first mini-series!! Welcome to the second episode of our three-parter covering friend of the pod, Benedict "Barukh" Spinoza. Please send any complaints or compliments to podcasts@torahinmotion.org Fo…
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Amenhotop ll had 10 sons 2 died young. King David had 10 sons 6 from Hebron and 4 from Bathsheba. First 2 sons from Bathsheba died still birth. David was a warrior and archer and a skilled muscian, hired to be Saul's Harp player. King Tut's tomb was full of chariot, bow and arrows and musical instruments like liars, harps and trumpets. And they fou…
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A deep dive into the impossible theory of the pyramids being built during the 3rd, 4th and 5th dynasties in the old kingdom of Egypt. We discus copper production in the med. and cyclopeon masonry during the copper and bronze age. All structures throughout the bronze age used cyclopeon techniques when building structures. Their copper and bronze was…
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Dr. Rebecca Goldstein and J.J. communicate the story of Spinoza's herem and outline the radicalism of his Ethics. Our first mini-series!! Welcome to the first episode of our three-parter covering friend of the pod, Benedict "Barukh" Spinoza. Please send any complaints or compliments to podcasts@torahinmotion.org For more information visit torahinmo…
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Embark on a voyage through time and across oceans with "Nothing New Under the Sun," the podcast that delves into historical mysteries and uncovers hidden truths. In this episode, we set sail on a daring expedition to explore the fascinating possibility that red-headed Phoenicians navigated the waters to America around 1000 BC. Join our intrepid hos…
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Join us on a captivating journey through the sands of time as we unravel the enigmatic tale of Imhotep and Joseph, two towering figures from the annals of history. In this special episode, Michael delves deep into the mysteries of antiquity, exploring the uncanny coincidences, striking similarities, and intriguing contrasts between these iconic ind…
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A beautifully written audiodrama related to the zoroastrianism procession of the equinox 2000 year cycle from taurus to aries around 2000 bc. This also signals Abraham's move from Ur into the promise land the same time period. The dramaitization is my own work not taken from any other historians account nor religious story. Hope you enjoy the story…
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Imagine, if you will, a world shrouded in the veils of uncertainty, where the Aryans embark on their fateful odyssey, crossing vast expanses in search of new horizons. Concurrently, the Ammonite Empire casts its imposing shadow over the lands, its legacy etched into the annals of ancient lore. Yet amidst these epochs, a veil of obscurity envelops t…
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Melvyn Bragg and guests discuss the last pagan ruler of the Roman Empire. Fifty years after Constantine the Great converted to Christianity and introduced a policy of tolerating the faith across the empire, Julian (c.331 - 363 AD) aimed to promote paganism instead, branding Constantine the worst of all his predecessors. Julian was a philosopher-emp…
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J.J. and Dr. Eric Lawee comment on Rashi's astounding career, and refuse to gloss over his contentious journey to join the Jewish canon. Please send any complaints or compliments to podcasts@torahinmotion.org For more information visit torahinmotion.org/podcasts Eric Lawee is a professor in the Department of Bible at Bar-Ilan University, where he t…
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Did the procession of the equinox movement into Aries around 2000 BC start the Aryan migration into China, India and the middle east? Does zoroastrisnidm still effect our society to the same degree as the past? FInd out on "Nothing new under the sun's" new episode called The Arie's Chronicles: Pyramids and the Ram. Our cosmic conspiracy thickens! R…
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Join us on an epic journey back in time as we embark on a deep dive into the enigmatic world of ancient Egypt. From the towering pyramids to the bustling trade routes, we'll explore every facet of this captivating civilization. In this podcast series, we'll take you on a chronological tour from 2650 BC to 2500 BC, a pivotal period when the great py…
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Meet Josephus, a figure enshrouded in mystery and controversy. Once a staunch defender of his people, Josephus's allegiance takes an unexpected turn as he strikes a Faustian bargain with the Roman general Titus, the very force seeking to crush the Jewish resistance. As the podcast delves deep into the psyche of Josephus, listeners will be drawn int…
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J.J. and Dr. Menachem Fisch decided that this is the time for studying the philosophy of the book of Qohelet, and they don't study it in vain. Please send any complaints or compliments to podcasts@torahinmotion.org For more information visit torahinmotion.org/podcasts Menachem Fisch is the Joseph and Ceil Mazer Professor Emeritus of History and Phi…
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J.J. and Dr. Maren Niehoff comment on Philo's ideas and attempt to weave him back into the fabric of Jewish history. Send any complaints or compliments to podcasts@torahinmotion.org For more information visit torahinmotion.org/podcasts Before joining the Dept. of Jewish Thought at the Hebrew University of Jerusalem, Maren R. Niehoff was a Junior Fe…
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J.J. and Dr. Neil Rogachevsky skip down the winding (theoretical) road towards Israeli independence, and tell the story of the drafting of Ben Gurion's declaration of independence. Send any complaints or compliments to podcasts@torahinmotion.org For more information visit torahinmotion.org/podcasts Neil Rogachevsky is assistant professor and associ…
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The release of this episode has been fast-tracked due to Jimmy's ongoing comedy tour. With not much disagreement between us, we state the obvious facts regarding various current affairs, like: What's Jimmy's background? What does it take to be smeared? What's Oslo Freedom Forum? Is immigration regulation racist? Is the US still a democracy? What's …
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J.J. and Dr. Jonathan Garb march down the various paths of the Ram"chal's thought, and straighten out some mysteries of his life, thought, and reception. Send any complaints or compliments to podcasts@torahinmotion.org For more information visit torahinmotion.org/podcasts Jonathan Garb is the Gershom Scholem Professor of Kabbalah in the Department …
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J.J. and Dr. Jeremy Brown circulate some of the Jewish responses to Copernicus. Jeremy Brown is the author of New Heavens and a New Earth; The Jewish Reception of Copernican Thought (Oxford University Press 2013) and Influenza; The Hundred Year Hunt to Cure the Deadliest Disease in History (Simon and Schuster 2018). He is an emergency physician and…
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J.J. and Dr. Christoph Schulte contract a serious case of mystical curiousity, and diminish the mysteries around the idea of Tzimtzum. Prof. Dr. Christoph Schulte is Professor of Philosophy and Jewish Studies at the University of Potsdam since 2001 and for many years head of the Department of Jewish and Religious Studies. He studied Philosophy, Jew…
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J.J. and Dr. Sam Lebens prove God?! (Or at least, they discuss the history of some Jewish arguments for God.) Samuel Lebens is associate professor of philosophy at the University of Haifa. He works in a wide array of philosophical fields including metaphysics, epistemology, the philosophy of fiction, and most centrally, the philosophy of religion. …
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J.J. and Dr. Leora Batnitzky look for hidden truths in Strauss' thought. Dr. Leora Batnitzky is the Ronald O. Perelman Professor of Jewish studies and professor of religion at Princeton University. She is the author of Leo Strauss and Emmanuel Levinas: Philosophy and the Politics of Revelation and Idolatry and Representation: The Philosophy of Fran…
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Melvyn Bragg and guests discuss one of the most influential theologians of the twentieth century. Karl Barth (1886 - 1968) rejected the liberal theology of his time which, he argued, used the Bible and religion to help humans understand themselves rather than prepare them to open themselves to divine revelation. Barth's aim was to put God and espec…
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