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Ep. 44: Jerusalem: A History of the Holy City from the Bible to Bibi

The Jewish History Podcast - With Rabbi Yaakov Wolbe

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Why Is Jerusalem Called Sadek?

The city of Jerusalem within itself, it has an innate penchant for justice. We wonder like how is it possible that one city has been conquered so many times? Why can't any empire, nation, civilization just settle it? Here if I can answer. The first time we're told about Jerusalem is called Zedek. It's interesting because again, very early on in our introduction to the city, we learn about its character. What is unique about the city is called, Shalim is called Zedk. So the various commentaries explain the word Zedek means justice.

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