Podcast Episode
Episode 18 - Rosh HaShanah: The Akeda (Part 4)

About this episode
In Part 4 of the Rosh HaShanah mini-series, Rabbi Rami and Isaac discuss a moving experience about Selichot at Rabbi Rami's high school, then dive into why the Akedah is read on Rosh HaShanah and what it reveals about faith, free will, and God's rejection of human sacrifice.
Other topics discussed include:How teaching Judaism in a practical, sensible, reasonable way leads more people (especially teenagers) to stronger observanceWhat makes Avraham unique?The dilemma that Avraham faced with the AkedaWhat is the ultimate purpose of the Akeda?The symbolism of the ram in the Akeda storyThe difference between killing and murder