What is the purpose of a community? Rabbi Shira and Joshua look at this very simple yet complex question in this episode that aligns with the Torah portion “Vayakhel”.  They are then joined by the esteemed author Wajahat Ali for his unique viewpoint on the subject.

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What is the purpose of a community? Rabbi Shira and Joshua look at this very simple yet complex question in this episode that aligns with the Torah portion “Vayakhel”. They are then joined by the esteemed author Wajahat Ali for his unique viewpoint on the subject.

Episode Timecodes:

(17:32) Wajahat Ali Interview

(41:07) Dule Hill &amp; Jazmyn Simon define the Hebrew &amp; Yiddish (and even Aramaic) terms used in our episode

(43:37) Rabbi Shira’s Guided Meditation

) Dule Hill &amp; Jazmyn Simon define the Hebrew &amp; Yiddish (and even Aramaic) terms used in our episode

1.09 On the Tragedy in Ukraine (w/ Oksana Galkevich)

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