The Shema Podcast for the Perplexed

The United States is more divided than ever, with each side believing they are on the side of what is right and good.   This is not a new dilemma for the world, as this problem originated in the Garden of Eden when Adam and Eve ate from the tree of knowledge of good and evil, […]

Show Notes

The United States is more divided than ever, with each side believing they are on the side of what is right and good.   This is not a new dilemma for the world, as this problem originated in the Garden of Eden when Adam and Eve ate from the tree of knowledge of good and evil, confusing the distinction between the two.   The Almighty’s remedy to our affliction was the Torah, which is the technology to rectify the world and separate the evil from the good.  In this episode Rabbi Cohen enlightens us to how we use the technology of the Torah and the study and application of halacha (Jewish Law) to fix the world and bring about Tikkun Olam.  This is the purpose and mission of the Jewish People.   This is why He made us.

What is The Shema Podcast for the Perplexed?

A Baal Teshuva shares Torah insights, intertwined through personal stories and interviews with leading Torah Scholars to demonstrate the empowering qualities of Torah and mitzvos.