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Tag: Why Learn Torah
The Why of Torah is Torah: Our Need for Torah Lishmah
Torah Lishmah or How can we take Torah out of the capitalist framework we live in that pushes us to use all our time “productively?”
Rabbi Avigayil Halpern
May 29, 2025
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Learning
Opportunity to Connect Deeper: Why We Learn Torah
When I study Torah, I always do two things: 1. I ask myself, how did what I just read apply to my life? 2. I ...
Rabbi Steven Henkin
May 28, 2025
Learning
Torah Study
You’re Already in the Story: An Invitation to Learn Torah
So, why learn Torah? Because you’re already asking big questions. And more than that, you’re already in the story.
Hannah Weizman (Plotkin)
May 28, 2025
Learning
Torah Study
Devastation and Joy: AI and the Soul of Torah
We learn Torah because it gives us purpose and mitzvot, AI tools can help that, but it cannot replace it or our humanity.
Rabbi Marcus Rubenstein
May 21, 2025
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Learning
Torah as Inspiration for Life: Why Learn Torah
Torah is a wellspring of meaning that inspires every part of life, from decision-making, to how to treat others, and basis of our values.
Tsvia Weisberger
May 13, 2025
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