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Rosh Hashanah and the Rapture

Tipping Point Prophecy Update by Jimmy Evans • 9886 implied HN points • 11 Sep 23

Rosh Hashanah is a significant Jewish festival that marks the Jewish New Year.
The connection between the Rapture and Rosh Hashanah is a personal opinion based on prophetic significance.
Rosh Hashanah, known as the Feast of Trumpets, has deep symbolic connections to the Rapture and the end times.

Indicted, or Dead?

Hunter’s Substack • 19 implied HN points • 09 Apr 24

⛪ Faith & Spirituality Theology Christianity Judaism

The Holocaust presents a profound theological challenge to both Judaism and Christianity, questioning their beliefs about God's role and man's freedom.
The Jewish response to the Holocaust varies, with some theologians justifying it as punishment while others see it as sacrificial or divine intervention for modernity.
Christian theology confronts the Holocaust by altering traditional views of the benevolence of God, leading to the development of death-of-God theology.

LLM links, 3/19

In My Tribe • 45 implied HN points • 19 Mar 24

🕹 Technology AI Judaism Manifesto

Agent-based economic models are being enhanced with the use of large language models.
AI is shaping Judaism by making Jewish texts more accessible and offering new models for meaningful living.
AI is a dynamic process that needs to be understood and regulated with care to maximize its benefits.

Celebrating Seven Years of Sobriety with a Tattoo and My First Trip to Germany

Deep Fix • 491 implied HN points • 28 Jul 23

⛪ Faith & Spirituality Recovery Judaism Sobriety Spirituality Heritage

The author celebrated seven years of sobriety by getting a tattoo and visiting Germany for the first time.
The decision to get the tattoo was a journey of self-reflection, honoring heritage, and overcoming inner conflicts.
The experience led to a deeper connection with Jewish roots, acceptance, and a sense of personal empowerment.

The Metaphysics of Antisemitism

What Is Called Thinking? • 213 implied HN points • 10 Oct 23

⛪ Faith & Spirituality Metaphysics Denial Redemption Judaism

Facing a broken world, we tend to deny or despair.
Judaism advocates a balanced approach of improving the world without expecting perfection.
Jews face hatred for not idolizing political power and for maintaining a dialectical view of the world.

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Religion is Social

What Is Called Thinking? • 120 implied HN points • 15 Nov 23

⛪ Faith & Spirituality Religion Conversion Meaning Judaism Christianity

Aayan Hirsi Ali converted to Christianity for cultural and civilizational reasons, not just doctrine or creed.
Religion can be based on social and relational motivations, like the story of Ruth converting to Judaism.
Conversion to a religion can involve a combination of reasons, such as societal threats and the need for a way of life.

✨🔍 Vaeira 2024

TorahRedux • 39 implied HN points • 10 Jan 24

⛪ Faith & Spirituality Judaism Teachings Spiritual growth Life lessons

The Exodus is a significant event for the Jewish People, with a duty to remember it daily.
Identity is connected to memory and experiences, and forgetting can lead to exile.
Efforts to help others, even if they seem futile, are never wasted and can contribute to future growth.

✨🔍 Rosh Hashana 2023

TorahRedux • 58 implied HN points • 13 Sep 23

⛪ Faith & Spirituality Judaism Prayer Morality Spiritual growth Reflection

Symbols matter in human culture, offering meaning and initiating action in the external world.
Prayer is deeply personal, and being genuine in prayer is more important than following formalities.
Taking responsibility is key for growth and change, both personally and within a community.

everything and nothing

NOW IS GOOD • 117 implied HN points • 02 Apr 23

⛪ Faith & Spirituality Prayer Personal Growth Judaism

The writer explores the concepts of Keva and Kavanah in Jewish prayer.
Attending a Passover Seder event leads to self-reflection and personal growth.
Engaging in committed learning and familiar activities like cooking can bring a sense of fulfillment and grounding.

Watering the Tree of Life - My notes on growing your (my) Jewish connection

Book of Golden Life • 39 implied HN points • 13 Oct 23

⛪ Faith & Spirituality Judaism Culture Religion Community Heritage

Learning Hebrew is essential for connecting to Jewish roots
Engaging with Jewish rituals and education can help pass down traditions
Explore Jewish culture to understand historical and contemporary aspects

✨🔍 Ki Savo 2023

TorahRedux • 39 implied HN points • 30 Aug 23

⛪ Faith & Spirituality Spirituality Gratitude Judaism

The Torah is written in a language humans can understand to provide context and understanding of its teachings.
Recognizing goodness activates and draws out what's best in us; gratitude is a powerful predictor of well-being.
Gratitude is about recognizing the good that is already yours and acknowledging the help and blessings received from others and God.

✨🔍 Pesach Special 2023

TorahRedux • 19 implied HN points • 04 Apr 23

⛪ Faith & Spirituality Judaism

Enhance your Seder with thought-provoking insights.
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Crooked Timber Is What We Have To Work With

Gideon's Substack • 2 HN points • 23 Oct 23

⛪ Faith & Spirituality Religion Judaism Spiritual reflection Memorial

The story of Noah and the ark is often associated with childhood and survival after catastrophe.
There is a debate about Noah's righteousness and what it means in different contexts.
The symbolism of the rainbow in the story of Noah represents God's covenant and the imperfection of creation.

Rant: a little bit about where I am in my religious journey.

blurry electron • 0 implied HN points • 20 Feb 23

⛪ Faith & Spirituality Christianity Judaism Community

Religion journey stuck between Christianity, Judaism, and secular views.
Challenges with family continuity and acceptance in religious exploration.
Seeking deeper understanding of Biblical concepts and implications on relationships.