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Unperplexed: Parsha Lessons from Maimonides's Guide of the Perplexed

Unperplexed: Parsha Lessons from Maimonides's Guide of the Perplexed

Written by: Yitzchak Sprung
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Each week, Rabbi Sprung uncovers a hidden layer of the Parsha through the lens of the Maimonides's Guide of the Perplexed — where reason meets revelation, and ancient words illuminate timeless questions. Listen to Unperplexed on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts.

Yitzchak Sprung 2022 Judaism Philosophy Social Sciences Spirituality
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