Ep. 33 - The Tale of a Baker and Divine Judgment (Rosh Hashanah 16a)

Prepare to uncover the profound truths and traditions of the High Holidays as we explore its significant aspects. We promise you'll gain a deeper understanding of the ways in which we, as individuals and as a collective, are judged. We shed light on the term "Bnei Marom", offering interpretations that unveil different aspects of God's judgment. Moreover, we reflect on how our actions, specifically our acts of kindness, can sway this judgment in our favor, possibly earning us another year of life. Moving forward, we delve into the ten days of mercy leading up to the New Year, known as Rosh Hashanah. The intriguing tale of a baker in Jerusalem beautifully encapsulates how our livelihood is predetermined, illustrating the deep trust in Hashem's judgment. This story serves as a testament to the faith we should all aspire to harbor. Furthermore, we discuss the symbolism of the Shofar on Rosh Hashanah, painting it as the ‘send’ button for our prayers to Hashem. Lastly, as we delve deeper into the symbolism of the shofar, we shed light on the ram's significance in binding Isaac and how it pertains to the Shofar. Not only that, we discuss the idea of Yetzer Hara, a river appearing to Abraham to prevent him from offering Isaac, and how the shofar brings this to mind. We conclude with an introspective examination of Rosh Hashanah as an opportunity for personal transformation, underscoring how Hashem aids us in our journey of change. So, join us for this enlightening journey as we prepare for this significant time.*****The Thinking Talmudist Podcast shares select teachings of Talmud in a fresh, insightful and meaningful way. Many claim that they cannot learn Talmud because it is in ancient Aramaic or the concepts are too difficult. Well, no more excuses. In this podcast you will experience the refreshing and eye-opening teachings while gaining an amazing appreciation for the divine wisdom of the Torah and the depths of the Talmud.This episode of the Thinking Talmudist Podcast (Ep. 33) is dedicated in honor of our friend, Alex & Shani Gonik!To listen to other podcasts by Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe: https://linktr.ee/ariwol Jewish Inspiration Podcast: https://inspiration.transistor.fm/episodes Parsha Review Podcast: https://parsha.transistor.fm/episodes Living Jewishly Podcast: https://jewishly.transistor.fm/episodes Thinking Talmudist Podcast: https://talmud.transistor.fm/episodes Unboxing Judaism Podcast: https://unboxing.transistor.fm/episodes Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe Podcast Collection: https://collection.transistor.fm/episodes Please send your questions, comments and even your stories to awolbe@torchweb.org
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Thank you!For a full listing of podcasts available by TORCH at https://www.TORCHpodcasts.comRecorded in the TORCH Centre - Studio B to a live audience on September 15, 2023, in Houston, Texas.
Released as Podcast on September 21, 2023