Chanukah and Tribal Judaism

A discussion with Tzvi Freeman

About the Speaker

Tzvi Freeman
Tzvi Freeman, director of Ask The Rabbi for Chabad.org, is the author of two volumes of Bringing Heaven Down to Earth -- collections of meditations based on the teachings of the Lubavitcher Rebbe -- a s well as numerous articles and essays on Jewish mysticism, philosophy and practice. He also writes Chabad.org's widely acclaimed Daily Dose of Wisdom mailed daily to tens of thousands of subscribers. Or subscribe to regular updates of Rabbi Freeman's writing with the Freeman Files subscription.
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Posted: Dec 7, 2010

Honored

I am honored Rabbi that you chose my comment to post. I really enjoy listening to your wisdom. My 4 yr. old son and I watch Kabala Toons together although we are not Jewish. Peace and Blessings to you and yours.

Posted By Amy W.O'Neill, Babson Park, FL

Posted: Dec 6, 2010

More on the same topic

Please see Why Does Judaism Make No Sense?

Posted By Rabbi Tzvi Freeman

Posted: Dec 6, 2010

diversity and universalism

Relativism v “Caritas in Veritate"

Relativism might enable diverse cultures to coexist, but it undercuts dialogue. On the other hand, cultural leveling eliminates the differences that make a people unique. Citing Benedict XVI, Father Laurent Mazas, from the Pontifical Council for Culture noted the “explosion of worldwide interdependence,” which has increased the possibilities of interaction between cultures, and given rise to “new openings for intercultural dialogue.” Referencing the Vatican document, ”Caritas in Veritate,” Father Mazas stated: ”…. there’s another danger: that of cultural leveling which results in the standardization of behaviors and lifestyles and the loss of profound significance of cultures of different nations and of the traditions of the various peoples.”Father Mazas said that intercultural dialogue — “strengthened by its religious dimension” — calls for “reference to reason and assessment of cultures regarding their harmony with a transcendental nature.”

Posted By Mrs. amy oneill

Posted: Dec 13, 2009

I really enjoyed this. Thank you

Posted By natalie, new york