
Meir Soloveichik
Rabbi Dr. Meir Y. Soloveichik is one of America’s leading voices on Jewish ideas, religious freedom, and faith in the modern age. In conjunction with the release of his new YouTube lecture series, "Sacred Time: A Journey through the Jewish Holidays," this podcast will collect and feature Rabbi Soloveichik’s latest podcasts, lectures, live events, and more.
Latest episodes

Feb 29, 2024 • 12min
Between Oslo and Jerusalem
In his Nobel speech, Menachem Begin provides the definitive Judaic worldview on war and peace.

Feb 29, 2024 • 9min
The Motzash Arrival of Anwar Sadat
At a historic moment for Israel and the Arab world, Menachem Begin makes sure that the Sabbath is honored.

Feb 29, 2024 • 10min
Tisha b’Av in New York
On his first trip to the United States, Menachem Begin looks to the Jewish past in order to build the Jewish future.

Feb 29, 2024 • 10min
Mahapach
After decades in opposition, Menachem Begin finally becomes the prime minister of Israel.

Feb 29, 2024 • 12min
Begin and Sadat: The Beginning
How the curious relationship between Menachem Begin and Anwar Sadat began to form.

Feb 29, 2024 • 11min
Begin Speaks for Ancient Jerusalem
The future Israeli prime minister makes a powerful case for reuniting Jerusalem with the Jewish people.

Feb 29, 2024 • 13min
Ben-Gurion, Begin, and the Politics of Israel
The differences between two political figures define Israel’s early years.

Feb 29, 2024 • 12min
Altalena
Menachem Begin’s commitment that Jews shall not make war against Jews is put to the test.

Feb 29, 2024 • 13min
The War for Independence
As the War for Independence begins, Menachem Begin connects the Jewish past to the Jewish future in the new state.

Feb 29, 2024 • 14min
Revolt: the Saison and Jewish Unity
While leading the Irgun, Menachem Begin resists the seductive urge to pit Jew against Jew.