Let the Prophets Speak
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Let the beautiful words of the Prophets inspire and challenge you.
Episodes 878
Tehillim (Psalms) 8 - The Human Paradox
Both majesty and humility are the lot of mankind, as we find our somewhat contradictory place in God's vast universe.
Tehillim (Psalms) 7 - Stay the Course, and Let God Take Care of Justice
David declares his innocence, and recognizes that justice and revenge are for God to take care of. The wicked will dig their own pit to bury themselves into.
Tehillim (Psalms) 6 - Overcome Your Fears
David confronts his guilt. He teaches us how to ignore the naysayers who keep reminding us of our mistakes, and move forward with God.
Tehillim (Psalms) 5 - The Morning Prayer
Start your day knowing that if you stay on the path of righteousness, you will have God's protection.
Tehillim (Psalms) 4 - Focus on the Big Picture
In difficult times, stay with the path of righteousness. Look to God's path for salvation, not to whichever leader claims he will save you.
Tehillim (Psalms) 3 - The Predator's Broken Teeth
At the lowest point of David's career, his enemies try to destroy David through despair, but David will not give up hope as long as he stays on the path of God.
Tehillim (Psalms) 2 - Two Paths for Nations
Just as there are two paths an individual can take (see chapter 1) , there are also two paths for nations.
Tehillim (Psalms) 1 - The Path of the Righteous
Tehillim differentiates between two contrasting sources of counsel, the wicked path versus the path of God.
Shir HaShirim Concluding Comments
Some thoughts on the power of the beautiful lessons of Shir HaShirim.
Shir HaShirim 8 - Coming Home
Nothing can quench or conquer true love. The lovers triumphantly come home.
Shir HaShirim 7 - Let's Go Home
The King makes a final attempt to convince her to stay, but she is not convinced.
Shir HaShirim 6 - I Never Wanted to Be Here!
The ladies of the court taunt her, and the King tries again to seduce her with complements, but she will have none of it.
Shir HaShirim 5 - The Lover's Nightmare
The young woman recounts her nightmare to the ladies of the court. Self blame, regret and intense desire stir her search for her beloved.
Shir HaShirim 4 - A Wellspring of Living Waters
The shepherd so beautifully expresses his love and admiration for his beloved. She agrees to leave the King and join him.
Shir HaShirim 3 - Searching For My Beloved
As the young girl searches the streets for her love, the court women try to entice her by praising the grandeur of the King.
Shir HaShirim 2 - A Lily Among the Thorns
In one of the most stunningly beautiful chapters of the entire Tanach, the captive young women imagines her lover coming to rescue her.
Shir HaShirim 1b - Beds of Leaves
The King tries to entice her with riches, and the ladies of the court mock her attachment to her peasant shepherd, but the young woman remains steadfast in her devotion to her lover.
Shir HaShirim Intro and 1a - The Enduring Bond of Love
We introduce the book of Shir HaShirim, which explores the powerful bond of love and passion that transcends logic and description.
Mishlei (Proverbs) 31b - A Woman of Substance
Mishlei 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.
Mishlei (Proverbs) 31a - Speak Up for Those Who Have No Voice
Don'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.
Mishlei (Proverbs) 30b - Wonders of the World
Agur be Yakeh discusses the wonders of science and the downfall of the arrogant.
Mishlei (Proverbs) 30a - The Humble Advice of Agur bin Yakeh
Truth, humility and concern for the downtrodden is all that matters. The sage Agur bin Yakeh delivers his beautiful speech.
Mishlei (Proverbs) 29b - Don't Be Afraid of New Things
One who trusts in God is not afraid of new things. Don't act too fast without thinking. We conclude the main portion of Proverbs.
Mishlei (Proverbs) 29a - Meeting of the Minds
The 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.
Mishlei (Proverbs) 28b - The Hungry Bear
Greedy leaders, guilty murderers and partial judges versus honest judges and generous souls.
Mishlei (Proverbs) 28a - "What Stronger Breastplate Than a Heart Untainted"
Solomon discusses the dangers of a guilty conscience, the greatness of an honest leader, and the importance of making plans for potential risks.
Mishlei (Proverbs) 27b - You Can't Knock Sense Into a Fool's Brain
You can't hide a painful marriage forever, you will get from your relationships only what you bring into them yourself.
Mishlei (Proverbs) 27a - Don't Count Your Chickens Before They Hatch
Advice 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.
Mishlei (Proverbs) 26b - "It Was Just a Joke!"
Evil speech has consequences. The person who dresses up his ill intent with sweet sounding speech, is like one who covers a clay pot in silver. One day he will fall into the pit he dug for himself.
Mishlei (Proverbs) 26a - Don't Think You Are Smarter Than You Are
Don't hire an unqualified professional, and don't rely on a fool. There is nothing more dangerous than someone who thinks he knows what he is doing but is actually ignorant.
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