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Daniel Taub
Former Israeli Ambassador to the UK and author of 'Beyond Dispute: Rediscovering the Jewish Art of Constructive Disagreement'. His book explores Jewish traditions of argumentation and their relevance to modern conversations.
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Jun 10, 2025
• 52min
Holy Smoke: a Jewish guide to arguing
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Daniel Taub, former Israeli Ambassador to the UK and author of 'Beyond Dispute,' discusses the art of constructive disagreement rooted in Jewish tradition. He delves into how Jewish humor and scholarship are influenced by argumentation. Topics include the Talmud's role in shaping dialogue, perspectives on the afterlife, and the evolution of Jewish theology towards collaborative discourse. Taub also explores the significance of charitable giving in religious identity and how personal rituals, like keeping kosher, shape cultural belonging.
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