Soul Boom Shabbat Explained: The Secret to Sacred Rest (w/ Rabbi Susan Goldberg)
Dec 3, 2024
Rainn Wilson chats with Rabbi Susan Goldberg, founder of Nefesh, a community blending ancient Jewish wisdom with modern practices. They dive into the concept of tikkun olam, or repairing the world, and how Shabbat creates a sacred space for gratitude and joy. Rabbi Susan unveils the importance of compassion, courage, and faith in daily life. Their discussion also touches on navigating modern challenges with spiritual depth and the transformative power of communal practices, encouraging listeners to embrace their authentic selves.
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Judaism's Focus on Relationship
- Jewish tradition emphasizes a relationship with the divine, not just belief.
- This relationship framework allows for multiple theologies and a focus on actions.
Repairing the World
- Tikkun Olam, repairing the world, is a core Jewish value.
- It involves actions and intent, impacting personal lives and even the afterlife.
Sarah's Tikkun
- Rabbi Susan Goldberg shared a story about Sarah and Abraham's struggles with having a child.
- She connected it to a later decree to kill Hebrew babies, interpreting Sarah as reincarnated to care for Moses.