Popular Shows by Rav Shlomo Horwitz

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The Arab Bus Driver's Amen & Almost Saved By A Kishka

Nov 10, 2026

25:19

Reb Yitzi shares an interesting moral dilemma story about a person who needed to take a drink on a bus, and Reb Shlomo shares several fascinating stories, the first of which is about how a person was almost saved by a kishka he would give to his neighbor.

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The Crooked Doctor & The Little Shul Under the Bridge

Oct 30, 2026

10:23

R' Yitzi shares a moral dilemma story about a highly competent doctor who was crooked, and R' Shlomo, from Yerushalayim, shares a story about a shul he discovered while walking with his wife on the beautiful bridge at the entrance of Yerushalayim.

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A Child Hiding In A Safe Aron Kodesh & The Most Gorgeous Esrog That Could Not Be Used

Oct 20, 2026

31:15

R' Yitzi shares two fascinating moral dilemma stories involving children hiding inside an aron kodesh, and R' Shlomo shares an incredible story about a gorgeous esrog that could not be used and the blessing it brought.

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The Thief Who Became A Hero & Losing an iPad

Sep 15, 2026

26:43

R' Yitzi shares an interesting moral dilemma story about a thief who unexpectedly became a hero, and R' Shlomo shares two stories: one about how he learned the hard way that an employer was counting every minute he came late, and another about the lessons from a lost iPad. I also smoothed the wording slightly so it reads more naturally.

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Giving A Child An Aliya & The Rescued Toy Torah

Oct 8, 2026

19:18

Reb Yitzi shares an interesting story of a Yemenite man who would only join a minyan if they agreed to give his child, who was under bar mitzvah, an aliyah, and Reb Shlomo shares the story about an accomplished soldier who rescued and cherished a toy Sefer Torah.

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The Collector's Item

Apr 24, 2026

11:37

In our inaugural episode, R' Yitzi and R' Shlomo discuss the dilemma involving a rare letter of recommendation.

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The Tragic Accident & The Lost Arab Boy In the Zoo

Jun 2, 2026

24:55

R' Yitzi shares a moral dilemma story about a doctor that got into a terrible accident, and R' Shlomo shares a beautiful story about a Rosh Yeshiva and a lost Arab boy,

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The Hoverboard and The Arboretum That Wasn't

Apr 28, 2026

23:32

R' Yitzi shares a Moral Dilemma about a hoverboard that had the wrong price sticker on it, and R' Shlomo shares a personal story about the "Arboretum That Wasn't", and the the lesson he took out of that experience.

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The Bathtub Prank & The Holy Doctor

May 19, 2026

23:40

R' Yitzi shares a moral dilemma story about a bathtub and nasty prank that was played on a neighbor, and R' Shlomo shares a beautiful story about a holy doctor.

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Throwing A Shtender At A Terrorist & The Best Way To Stop A Shoplifter

Oct 13, 2026

19:11

R' Yitzi shares a fascinating moral dilemma story about how a person stopped a terrorist by throwing a shtender at him, and R' Shlomo shares a heartwarming story about how a shopkeeper stopped a Jewish shoplifter.

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The Synagogue Thief & The NYPD Cop

May 5, 2026

31:40

R' Yitzi shares a moral dilemma involving a thief who tried to steal the Torah from a shul, and R' Shlomo shares stories about a missing bandmember and a tough NYC cop.

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The Teacher's Cross & Jewish All Along

Aug 25, 2026

22:04

Originally recorded on August 3 R' Yitzi shares a moral dilemma story about a Jewish class who argued that they could not face a teacher who had a cross around his neck, and R' Shlo shares a story about a woman who discovered that she was Jewish all along.

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Emergency Response To A Rocket Impact & Why A Non-Jew Chose To Keep Kosher

Jun 9, 2026

25:24

R' Yitzi shares a moral dilemma story about a doctor responding to a rocket impact on Shabbos, and R' Shlomo shares a story about why his non Jewish colleague decided to keep kosher.

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What He Learned By Listening | Interview with Yaakov Langer

Sep 15, 2026

35:30

What happens when one of the Jewish world’s very popular podcasters suddenly finds himself on the other side of the microphone? Yaakov Langer, host of Inspiration for the Nation and a driving force behind the Living L’Chaim podcast network, joins Shlomo Horwitz to talk about how he entered the podcasting world—and what he has learned from hundreds of remarkable conversations. Yaakov discusses what makes someone a compelling guest, how he prepares for an interview, and how he navigates intensely painful and emotional stories. The conversation also explores the beginnings of Kosher Money, the hateful comments Living L’Chaim received after October 7, the importance of consulting rabbanim and mental-health professionals, and the challenge of remaining grounded when your public work becomes part of your identity. For once, the interviewer becomes the interviewee.

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The Professional Soccer Player Who Wore Tzitzis & R' Hutner's Advice About How To Avoid Crushing The Neshama Of Your Child

Jun 25, 2026

25:12

Now that we’re experiencing World Cup Fever, you have to listen to this crazy dilemma about an Israeli soccer player which R Yitzi shares. Then, Shlomo shares a poignant story about the advice that Rabbi Hutner gave to a student whose son was a piano prodigy. Shlomo says: sorry about some issues we had with my new microphone. We’ll fix it next time!

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Who gets to decide what’s possible? | Interview with Rabbi Dr. Rafi Feuerstein

Nov 7, 2026

37:32

Most people go to a rabbi when they have a question about Jewish law, and to a psychologist when something inside isn't working. My guest today is both, and he's spent his life working out where those two meet. Rabbi Dr. Rafi Feuerstein grew up as the son of Professor Reuven Feuerstein, the man who taught the world that a person's mind isn't fixed and that people can change. Today Rabbi Rafi runs the institute his father founded. He also helped found the Tzohar rabbis, and for over twenty years he's been a community rabbi in Har Nof, in Jerusalem. So what happens when the psychologist sits in the rabbi's chair? And what does the rabbi know that the psychologist doesn't? Let's find out.

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The Political Ad Sabotage & Losing Control Before Hashem

May 12, 2026

23:24

R' Yitzi shares a moral dilemma story involving a political ad that got sabotaged, and R' Shlomo shares a beautiful story of how he "Lost Control".

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Must I Help The Quadriplegic Neighbor & Tunnel Vision

Sep 8, 2026

20:37

R' Yitzi shares a moral dilemma story about helping a quadriplegic neighbor during a rocket attack, and R' Shlomo shares a story about his battle of the bands in the tunnels under the Beis Hamikdash.

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Accidentally Inflating the Auction & The Nazi Doctor Who Saved The Life of a Jew

Aug 25, 2026

26:48

R' Yitzi shares a humorous moral dilemma story about two people bidding at an auction who were both doing it on behalf of the same person, and R' Shlomo shares a fascinating story about a Nazi doctor who saved the life of a Jew.

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Stop Keeping Score | Torah Insight

Aug 13, 2026

2:51

Stop Keeping Score: A Surprising Lesson from Parshas Shoftim What does it mean to serve Hashem with temimus? A beautiful insight into three words in Parshas Shoftim reveals the difference between a transactional relationship with Hashem and a true relationship—and why sometimes the deepest faith begins when we stop keeping score.

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The Lost Mystery Bag & The Humility Of A Great Leader

May 26, 2026

27:00

R' Yitzi shares a moral dilemma story about a mystery bag that got lost on the bus, and R' Shlomo shares a beautiful short story about the great humility of Rabbi Ovadia Yosef.

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Breaking Shabbos for the War; & The Angry Food Critic

Jul 28, 2026

23:05

In this episode of Moral Dilemmas & Other Jewish Stories, Rav Yitzi explores the fascinating dilemma of a religious defense expert who, during the war in Israel, chose not to break Shabbos—even though his vital work meant that he was permitted, and expected, to do so. Did his decision have consequences? Then Rav Shlomo tells the story of an angry Jewish food critic who badly misperceived the Orthodox Jews he encountered—and wrote a scathing article about them. But there was much more to the story than he realized. Two very different stories about judgment, conviction, and what happens when things aren’t quite what they seem.

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Fake Forgiveness & Reconciliation At 2AM

Sep 3, 2026

20:22

Reb Yitzi shares an interesting moral dilemma story about a friend who tried a unique method to reconcile two feuding friends, and Reb Shlomo shares an inspirational story about a reconciliation at 2:00 a.m. under unusual circumstances.

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The Singles Initiative Everyone Is Talking About | Interview

Jul 3, 2026

31:59

Episode 2: The Singles Initiative Everyone Is Talking About In this episode of You Wouldn’t Believe – Jewish!, Shlomo Horwitz sits down with Rabbi Yisrael Motzen to discuss Kol Echad, an innovative initiative helping Jewish singles build meaningful connections and strengthen our communities. Rabbi Motzen shares the vision behind Kol Echad, how the program works, and what every member of the Jewish community can do to help singles feel connected, valued, and supported. Whether you’re single, a parent, a friend, or simply care about the future of the Jewish people, this conversation offers practical insights and a hopeful perspective. Learn more about Kol Echad: https://ou.org/kolechad In this episode:The inspiration behind Kol EchadThe challenges facing Jewish singles todayHow communities can make a real differencePractical ways everyone can helpWhy every Jew has a role to play Guest: Rabbi Yisrael Motzen Host: Shlomo Horwitz If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe, leave a review, and share it with someone who would benefit from the conversation. You Wouldn’t Believe – Jewish! features inspiring conversations, remarkable stories, and thought-provoking ideas that reveal the beauty, wisdom, and depth of Jewish life.

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Ancient Wisdom, Modern Leaders | Interview with Dr. Noam Wasserman

Aug 27, 2026

56:35

Dr. Noam Wasserman has spent his career studying leadership—from Harvard Business School and Yeshiva University to his current role heading The Ramaz School. In this wide-ranging conversation, we explore how ancient Torah wisdom speaks to modern questions of leadership, resilience, entrepreneurship, success, and education—and what truly makes a great leader. Here is a link to Noam‘s Daf Yomi highlights: https://www.google.com/url?q=https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1tG5X1IOiJ2jDJQFIBiPdnW4uTaKugRW89Cva2ucTF3c/edit?usp%3Dsharing&source=gmail-imap&ust=1727712875000000&usg=AOvVaw0A26c4XKcQA4hQm4WnQ4Dr

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Breaking Shabbos To Stop A Cremation & Why Observant Jews Get The Most Mail

Jun 16, 2026

21:17

R' Yitzi shares a moral dilemma story about whether one can break Shabbos to stop a cremation, and R' Shlomo shares a story about a "Magic Hat" and why observant Jews get the most mail.

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The Woman Who Almost Converted To Judaism & The Mensch In The Max

Jun 30, 2026

31:52

R' Yitzi shares a moral dilemma story about a woman who swore that she would convert to Judaism, and R' Shlomo shares a story about his friend's interesting encounter with an inmate in the penitentiary.

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Praising A Groom He Never Met & Raffie's Kindness Boomerang

Jul 7, 2026

30:05

R' Yitzi shares a moral dilemma story about a man who spoke at an engagement party of a couple he never met, and R' Shlomo shared a beautiful story about how one young man's generosity came full circle.

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The Blessings Of A Canceled Event & The Real Way To Mourn The Destruction Of The Beis Hamikdash

Jul 14, 2026

27:00

R' Yitzi shares a moral dilemma story about a canceled event that turned out to be a great blessing for the fish market, and R' Shlomo shares a powerful story of how some Jews reacted in real time to hearing news of the destruction of the Beis Hamikdash.

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Sefer Torah or A New Shul & The Dusty Old Guitar

Jul 21, 2026

26:33

R' Yitzi shares a moral dilemma story about a man who left money in a will to buy a new Torah, but the community needs a new shul not a Torah, and R' Shlomo shares a story about why he bought one of his favorite guitars.

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Welcome to You Wouldn’t Believe - Jewish!

Jun 5, 2026

1:48

I’m Shlomo Horwitz . Welcome to my podcast! I hope you can spend 90 seconds with me to get acquainted. I’m very excited about what is to come.

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Toughest Questions about Judaism - Volume 1 | Interview

Jun 15, 2026

21:16

TEEN CORNER! Check out Shlomo’s interview with Rabbi Mordechai Soskil, noted educator and author. R’ Mordechai talks about his experience dealing with teens’ most difficult questions about being Jewish. (Not for teens only!)

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Jewish Guilt: Is That a Thing? | Interview with Rabbi Soskil

Sep 9, 2026

18:50

Jewish Guilt: Is That a Thing? What exactly is “Jewish guilt” — and is guilt supposed to be part of teshuvah at all? Rabbi Mordechai Soskil joins Shlomo Horwitz for an honest conversation about some of the questions teens — and adults — often carry quietly. They discuss why teshuvah still matters even when change is slow, whether beating our chests has real meaning, what to do when we don’t understand the words of davening, whether it is ever okay to fall behind the congregation, and why Judaism places such emphasis on reward and punishment. Rabbi Soskil also explains why small changes can matter enormously over time, and why acknowledging a mistake is very different from defining yourself by it. A thoughtful, practical conversation about teshuvah, prayer, guilt, growth, and the questions people are sometimes afraid to ask.

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Faith in Uniform | Interview with Rav Joey Friedman

Sep 7, 2026

40:08

Rabbi Joey Friedman is also Lieutenant Colonel Joseph Friedman, a chaplain in the Air National Guard. His remarkable journey has taken him from the congregational rabbinate and Jewish outreach to military bases across the United States and Japan. In this deeply personal conversation, Joey explains the chaplain’s responsibility to protect the religious liberty of every service member—regardless of faith. He shares the extraordinary accommodation the military made when he refused to compromise Shabbos, his experiences counseling people of many different religions, and the painful lessons about vulnerability and leadership that transformed him as a rabbi, father and human being. Joey also reflects on his family connection to the Chasam Sofer, and the guidance he received from Rabbi Yaakov Weinberg ZTL. The episode concludes with a beautiful story about a Jewish serviceman who rediscovered his connection to Judaism thousands of miles from home.

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Behind the Scenes of Jewish Advocacy | Interview with Rabbi Ariel Sadwin

Sep 1, 2026

56:03

What really happens behind the scenes when the Orthodox Jewish community needs a voice in government? Rabbi Ariel Sadwin, Executive Director of Agudath Israel of Maryland, has spent decades building relationships with elected officials and advocating on issues affecting Jewish families, schools, and communities. In this conversation, we explore the world most people never get to see: what lobbying actually looks like, how relationships are built across political and religious divides, the fight for nonpublic-school funding, religious freedom, antisemitism, and the challenge of representing the Orthodox community without becoming partisan. Ariel also shares some of the remarkable personalities and unexpected moments he has encountered along the way—and reflects on how a career spent around politics has shaped his understanding of people, power, and hishtadlus.

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70 Bulls, One World | Torah Insight

Jul 5, 2026

3:32

Episode Description Why does the Torah command us to bring 70 bulls during Sukkos? The Medrash teaches that these korbanos were offered on behalf of the seventy nations of the world—to bring them atonement, protection, and peace. Yet each day the number of bulls decreases. Why? In this episode of You Wouldn’t Believe Jewish, Shlomo Horwitz explores a fresh perspective on one of the most intriguing korbanos in the Torah—and a powerful message about the destiny of the Jewish people and the world. Sources discussed:Vayikra Rabbah 21Rashi to Bamidbar 29Mekadshei ShemechaAvnei Shoham If you enjoyed this video, please like, subscribe, and share it with someone who loves discovering the deeper meaning behind the Torah. #ParshasPinchas #Sukkos #Torah #Judaism #JewishLearning #Parsha #BneiYisrael #TowerOfBabel #YouWouldntBelieveJewish #ShlomoHorwitz

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Before You Judge | Torah Insight

Aug 20, 2026

4:21

On the 100th yahrzeit of Rav Meir Simcha of Dvinsk, a remarkable Meshech Chochmah on Parshas Ki Seitzei offers a timeless lesson: before focusing on someone else’s faults, take an honest look at your own. Why does the Torah change one person from “your enemy” to “your brother”? The answer may change the way we judge—and love—one another.

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The Accidental Educator | Interview

Aug 9, 2026

27:42

Lenny Solomon has spent decades making people laugh, sing—and learn. As the founder of Shlock Rock, Lenny took familiar sounds and turned them into something entirely new: music that was fun, unmistakably Jewish, and often surprisingly educational. In this episode of You Wouldn’t Believe – Jewish!, Lenny talks about the origins of Shlock Rock, the evolution of Jewish music, the creative process behind his songs, and what it’s like to discover that music you made for entertainment has become part of the Jewish education—and the Jewish memories—of an entire generation. We also explore Lenny’s own journey, the stories behind the music, and how a keyboard player became, perhaps unintentionally, one of the most recognizable Jewish educators of his generation.

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How Did He Know? | Torah Insight

Aug 7, 2026

3:52

How Did He Know? | Parshas Re’eh Did the Rambam really say that a person is obligated to make his grandchildren happy on Yom Tov? There’s just one problem: the Torah never says that. Rav Yaakov Kamenetsky noticed the difficulty and made a remarkable suggestion about what the Rambam had originally written. Years later, when authoritative manuscripts of the Rambam were examined, Rav Yaakov’s intuition was dramatically confirmed. But solving that mystery leads to another one. Why does the Rambam list a person’s children before his wife when describing the mitzvah of simchas Yom Tov? A fascinating textual mystery—and perhaps a beautiful insight into how joy spreads through a Jewish home.

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The Future of Jewish Connection | Interview

Aug 2, 2026

47:12

Can the Internet Bring Someone Closer to God? Long before podcasts, YouTube, and social media became part of everyday life, Rabbi Nechemia Coopersmith saw the internet as something more than a source of information—he saw it as an opportunity to inspire Jewish souls. As the founder and longtime editor of Aish.com, he helped pioneer online Jewish education, reaching millions of readers around the world with Torah, history, philosophy, and practical Jewish wisdom. In this conversation, we explore how Aish.com began, what it takes to communicate timeless Torah ideas to people from every background, and how Jewish education has evolved in the digital age. We also discuss the opportunities—and challenges—presented by social media and artificial intelligence, the art of telling stories that resonate, and the lessons Rabbi Coopersmith has learned from decades of building one of the most influential Jewish websites in the world. Whether you’re interested in outreach, education, technology, or simply the future of Jewish life, this conversation offers a fascinating look at how one visionary helped shape the way Torah is shared in the 21st century.

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The Rabbi Who Invented Jewish Rock ‘n’ Roll | Interview

Jul 24, 2026

1:04:25

Please check out my interview with Rabbi Avraham Rosenblum, a pioneer of Jewish rock ‘n’ roll. Avraham really invented the genre starting with the Diaspora Yeshiva Band, and then moving on to become a solo artist. Bonus tracks are the end after my outro!! All music and lyrics on this podcast are copyrighted by Avraham Rosenblum. As promised in the interview, I am including the lyrics to his incredible song about the Kotel. "Kotel Song" There is a wall of sorrow standing in Jerusalem Repentance, joy, and knowledge are her adornments, her refrain You can build yet upon her, the foundations deeply lain And feel so small beside her, though she's all that does remain Though she's all that does remain The many travelers near her taking pictures, going home Never see her sorrow, no, never hear her moan I've been to her midst darkness, and I almost passed her by For many are mistaken who pass her truth for lies Who pass her truth for lies But as now I lay my head upon her, wishing it was known She is only waiting for her Master to come home She is our reminder, her expression not quite stone Her silence is her beauty, and her sorrow is our own Her sorrow is our own As I look behind my memories of where I might have been I hear the silver silence thread through the din Now my torn lapels my sacrifice for six hundred thirteen sins And I wonder as she stands there, the Master's not yet in The Master's not yet in There is a wall of sorrow standing in Jerusalem Repentance, joy, and knowledge are her adornments, her refrain You can build yet upon her, the foundations deeply lain And feel so small beside her, though she's all that does remain Though she's all that does remain

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Just Come As You Are | Torah Insight

Jul 22, 2026

3:23

What does it take to create a relationship with God? It’s easier than you think. Just listen to this. Three minute podcast.

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Who’s Speaking? | Torah Insight

Jul 17, 2026

4:17

Who Wrote Deuteronomy?? Surprising answer

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Whose Words? | Torah Insight

Jul 9, 2026

4:39

Why does the Torah introduce the laws of vows with the unusual words, “This is the matter”? In this episode of You Wouldn’t Believe Jewish!, Rabbi Shlomo Horwitz explores a profound insight from Rabbi Yaakov Kamenetsky into the unique nature of Moses’ prophecy. Discover why the Torah highlights this distinction specifically in the section on vows, where human speech has the power to create new religious obligations. Through a relatable real-world analogy and a timeless Torah perspective, you’ll gain a deeper appreciation for the difference between human expression and divine revelation—and why every word of the Torah carries unique significance. Whether you’re new to Jewish learning or have been studying Torah for years, this episode offers an accessible and thought-provoking perspective on one of the Torah’s most intriguing questions. If you enjoyed this episode, please follow You Wouldn’t Believe Jewish!, leave a review, and share it with someone who loves discovering the depth and relevance of Torah wisdom.

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