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#74 Rabbi David Wolpe - What is Judaism?

Within Reason

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Interpreting Chosen People in Judaism and Ethical Dilemmas in the Bible

The chapter explores the concept of the chosen people in Judaism and grapples with the ethical implications of biblical narratives involving war and conquest. Discussions focus on understanding the origins of the Hebrew Bible, differing opinions on divine versus human authorship, and the challenges of interpreting scripture that contains morally objectionable actions attributed to God.

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