Lecture given on the occasion of the State of Israel's 25th anniversary. Discussion of the theology and politics of redemption. Various views on the nature of the State of Israel, including the rol... Show moreLecture given on the occasion of the State of Israel's 25th anniversary. Discussion of the theology and politics of redemption. Various views on the nature of the State of Israel, including the role of the Messiah and Messianism, religious Zionism, Neture Karta, נטורי קרתא, or, The "Jewish History of the Future." Show less
Rabbi Yosef Blau introduces Rabbi Dr. Norman Lamm, and the topics of discussion for the dormitory talk. Discussion covers various themes: Orthodox Jews interacting with other Jews and non Jews; uni... Show moreRabbi Yosef Blau introduces Rabbi Dr. Norman Lamm, and the topics of discussion for the dormitory talk. Discussion covers various themes: Orthodox Jews interacting with other Jews and non Jews; universalism and particularism; responsibilities to general society; challenges of managing time with Talmud Torah and worldly responsibilities; balancing universalistic and nationalistic attitudes in Judaism; Tselem Elokim. Show less
Ethical dilemma: Abraham presents his wife, Sarah, as his sister. Ma'aseh avot siman le-banim. The concept of "brit" (circumcision) and entering the covenant. Apparently there were more lectures in... Show moreEthical dilemma: Abraham presents his wife, Sarah, as his sister. Ma'aseh avot siman le-banim. The concept of "brit" (circumcision) and entering the covenant. Apparently there were more lectures in the series which were not recorded. Show less
Second in a series of lectures on Jerusalem. The first lecture is not extant. Discussion of a reunited Jerusalem in halacha (Jewish law) and Jewish philosophy, and discussion of different opinions ... Show moreSecond in a series of lectures on Jerusalem. The first lecture is not extant. Discussion of a reunited Jerusalem in halacha (Jewish law) and Jewish philosophy, and discussion of different opinions regarding rebuilding the Temple, the Bet Ha-Mikdash, and reinstituting korbanot (sacrifices = קרבן, קרבנות). Different halachic opinions regarding going to the Temple Mount (Har HaBayit = הר הבית) and a brief history of Jewish access to the Temple Mount. Discussion of holiness (kedushah = קדושה), particularly holiness of place and holiness of time (קדושת הזמן, קדושת המקום). Show less
Second in a series of lectures on Jerusalem. The first lecture is not extant. Discussion of a reunited Jerusalem in halacha (Jewish law) and Jewish philosophy, and discussion of different opinions ... Show moreSecond in a series of lectures on Jerusalem. The first lecture is not extant. Discussion of a reunited Jerusalem in halacha (Jewish law) and Jewish philosophy, and discussion of different opinions regarding rebuilding the Temple, the Bet Ha-Mikdash, and reinstituting korbanot (sacrifices = קרבן, קרבנות). Different halachic opinions regarding going to the Temple Mount (Har HaBayit = הר הבית) and a brief history of Jewish access to the Temple Mount. Discussion of holiness (kedushah = קדושה), particularly holiness of place and holiness of time (קדושת הזמן, קדושת המקום). Show less
Dormitory talk continued. Rabbi Dr. Norman Lamm speaks about a moral halakhic system; relations between Orthodox and other Jews; assimilation in the United States and Israel and the differences bet... Show moreDormitory talk continued. Rabbi Dr. Norman Lamm speaks about a moral halakhic system; relations between Orthodox and other Jews; assimilation in the United States and Israel and the differences between them. Show less
Yeshiva University's approach to synthesis is compared to R. Abraham Isaac Kook's and R. Samson Raphael Hirsch's philosophies. Synthesis is defined by comparing these philosophies. Speech may have ... Show moreYeshiva University's approach to synthesis is compared to R. Abraham Isaac Kook's and R. Samson Raphael Hirsch's philosophies. Synthesis is defined by comparing these philosophies. Speech may have been delivered at a Rabbinic Alumni convention. Show less
Rabbi Dr. Norman Lamm discusses admonition and rebuke in Jewish law. Rabbi Dr. Norman Lamm discusses hokhe'ah tokhiah. The concept of rebuke applies now, despite some opinions to the contrary. Rebu... Show moreRabbi Dr. Norman Lamm discusses admonition and rebuke in Jewish law. Rabbi Dr. Norman Lamm discusses hokhe'ah tokhiah. The concept of rebuke applies now, despite some opinions to the contrary. Rebuke must be tailored to the community, the person, and the circumstances. Show less
Parshat Lekh Lekha. The beginning of the Age of the Patriarchs. Discussion of concept of ma'aseh avot siman le-banim, the deeds of the patriarchs are a sign, or pattern, for their descendants. The ... Show moreParshat Lekh Lekha. The beginning of the Age of the Patriarchs. Discussion of concept of ma'aseh avot siman le-banim, the deeds of the patriarchs are a sign, or pattern, for their descendants. The presence of God in history. This is the thirteenth lecture in the series; lecture 12 is not extant. Show less
