Bible Stories As Blueprints Of The Soul show

Bible Stories As Blueprints Of The Soul

Summary: Contrary to what many people think, the bible is not just a history or fantasy book. Beyond the surface layer lies an intricate web of graciously intertwined symbols which in its entirety can be understood as a record or blueprint of inner dynamics within our human psychology. In this way, each and every story in the bible is not a depiction of historical or legendary circumstances but a mirror of our very own inner life. By decoding these stories and characters we can reveal the hidden connections between seemingly random thoughts and feelings and entirely different dimensions of being. Put simply, the bible does not talk about what's outside of us, but what's on the inside. Although there are names and places in the bible that relate to this world, it talks about another world entirely, and any attempts to approach the bible archaeologically or genealogically – while possible and legitimate in their own right – will not yield any of its inner perceptions. Put simply, the bible is like a kaleidoscope, in that it offers us a radically different perspective on everyday life. By gently turning around the symbols and their meaning in our hearts and minds we participate in the emergence of ever-new configurations and patterns of light. In this podcast we try to approach this inner world through the lens of Hebrew language and letters, building on a rich tradition of interpretation and storytelling. (intro/outro: Sammy's Medley by Eastern Watershed Klezmer Quartet, Creative Commons - more info: hebrew.learnoutlive.com/podcast)

Podcasts:

 Beyond Religion: Finding Relevance in Biblical Narratives For Daily Life | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 00:37:59

Subscribe to this podcast on iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/podcast/id786043746 intro/outro: "Sammy's Medley" by Eastern Watershed Klezmer Quartet (http://bit.ly/1bdidw6), Creative Commons (http://bit.ly/1dNmolp)

 What’s in a Number? The Struggle Of Many and the Miracle of One | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 00:47:38

In today's episode we discuss the meaning of the holiday of Shavuot/Pentecost in terms of personal experience, the storytelling of numbers and spiritual lovesickness. ----------------------- hebrew.learnoutlive.com ----------------------- Subscribe to this podcast on iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/podcast/id786043746 intro/outro: "Sammy's Medley" by Eastern Watershed Klezmer Quartet (http://bit.ly/1bdidw6), Creative Commons (http://bit.ly/1dNmolp)

 A Different Kind Of Charity: How One Thought Can Change The World | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 00:49:42

Subscribe to this podcast on iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/podcast/id786043746 intro/outro: "Sammy's Medley" by Eastern Watershed Klezmer Quartet (http://bit.ly/1bdidw6), Creative Commons (http://bit.ly/1dNmolp)

 The Sting Of Uncertainty: Leaving Familiar Ground and Uncovering New Life | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 00:45:05

In today's episode we discuss different ways of dealing with uncertainty, as reflected in the story about Abraham and his father Terach. intro/outro: "Sammy's Medley" by Eastern Watershed Klezmer Quartet (http://bit.ly/1bdidw6), Creative Commons (http://bit.ly/1dNmolp)

 Beyond Knowing: A Key to Freedom | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 00:38:56

In today's episode we talked about the limitations of "this world", the freedom from knowledge and the covenant of love.

 Swallowed In The Sea of Belief | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 00:38:05

In today's episode we talk about the inner struggle between knowledge and belief, the pulling power of belief and a basic sense of trust.

 Two Worries In the Land of Narrowness | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 00:38:09

In today's episode we discussed the inner meaning of Egypt (Mizraim), the struggle of Moses vs. Pharao and the matter of two kinds of fish.

 Bible Stories As Blueprints Of The Soul: Episode 1 | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 00:28:20

We are happy to announce a new podcast project about exploring new approaches to bible stories and Biblical Hebrew through the looking glass of Hebrew language and ancient sources (such as the Zohar). If you’re interested in bible stories or Biblical Hebrew, listen to the episode above (or download it) and share it with your friends.

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