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Zevi Slavin
Philosopher, educator, and public scholar focused on Jewish Neoplatonism and mysticism; creator of the Seekers of Unity channel and the episode's primary expert on Solomon Ibn Gabirol.
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Sep 19, 2025
• 1h 24min
Exploring Jewish Neoplatonism: The Life and Philosophy of Solomon Ibn Gabirol
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Zevi Slavin, a philosopher and educator specializing in Jewish Neoplatonism, dives into the life and ideas of Solomon Ibn Gabirol. He discusses the implications of will and desire in creation, redefining 'matter' as longing for form. The conversation explores the receptive aspects of the divine and parallels with Taoist thought. Slavin richly connects Jewish poetry and Kabbalah to Ibn Gabirol’s philosophical innovations, highlighting how ancient wisdom can illuminate contemporary spirituality and understanding.
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