Podcast
Let the Prophets Speak
Hosted by SAUL J WEINREB · EN
Let the beautiful words of the Prophets inspire and challenge you.
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Mishlei (Proverbs) 31b - A Woman of Substance
2w ago00:19:46Tap to summarizeMishlei concludes with a poetic description of a woman of substance. Sung in Jewish households every Friday night, this is Mishlei's vision of a woman's role as the leader of the family.
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Mishlei (Proverbs) 31a - Speak Up for Those Who Have No Voice
2w ago00:11:42Tap to summarizeDon't waste your life chasing pleasures, as this leads to injustice. Speak up for those who have no voice, administer justice for the poor and the needy.
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Mishlei (Proverbs) 30b - Wonders of the World
2w ago00:20:59Tap to summarizeAgur be Yakeh discusses the wonders of science and the downfall of the arrogant.
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Mishlei (Proverbs) 30a - The Humble Advice of Agur bin Yakeh
May 1900:25:41Tap to summarizeTruth, humility and concern for the downtrodden is all that matters. The sage Agur bin Yakeh delivers his beautiful speech.
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Mishlei (Proverbs) 29b - Don't Be Afraid of New Things
May 1800:17:04Tap to summarizeOne who trusts in God is not afraid of new things. Don't act too fast without thinking. We conclude the main portion of Proverbs.
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Mishlei (Proverbs) 29a - Meeting of the Minds
May 1700:20:14Tap to summarizeThe way to a stable regime is through justice and concern for the poor. When a rich and poor man truly meet: God brings light to the world.
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Mishlei (Proverbs) 28b - The Hungry Bear
May 1200:18:00Tap to summarizeGreedy leaders, guilty murderers and partial judges versus honest judges and generous souls.
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Mishlei (Proverbs) 28a - "What Stronger Breastplate Than a Heart Untainted"
May 1000:19:54Tap to summarizeSolomon discusses the dangers of a guilty conscience, the greatness of an honest leader, and the importance of making plans for potential risks.
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Mishlei (Proverbs) 27b - You Can't Knock Sense Into a Fool's Brain
May 800:14:34Tap to summarizeYou can't hide a painful marriage forever, you will get from your relationships only what you bring into them yourself.
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Mishlei (Proverbs) 27a - Don't Count Your Chickens Before They Hatch
May 600:15:44Tap to summarizeAdvice and criticism given out of love is better than silence because you are afraid to ruin a relationship. Jealousy can drive behavior that is worse even than anger.
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