What is the difference between Jewish education that simply passes along information and learning that truly stays with you for a lifetime?

In this episode, we address a critical question facing our community: Should we focus our resources on fighting antisemitism, or invest them in strengthening Jewish literacy and engagement?

We wrap up with a traditional, chavruta-style Talmud study, examining how Ben Zoma’s teachings in Pirkei Avot (4:1) offered a new framework for Jewish continuity after the fall of the Second Temple.

Feedback on this episode is welcome at findingourwhy@thejewishindependent.com.au

Listeners are welcome to enjoy Ittay’s ‘Finding Our Why - Shabbat playlist at:

https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5dIphpo9dqi1Ed1HdGofGV?si=gaDCu-3MRdGOO-O19bngmQ