Episode 256 Poussin, Rembrandt, and Ruth
Two paintings provide a metaphor for insights and misunderstandings pertaining to a famous biblical story.
In this episode, Rabbi Soloveichik discusses two works of art.
Click here to see “Summer (Ruth and Boaz)” Nicolas Poussin
Click here to see “The Old Rabbi (Boaz)” by Rembrandt
Click here to see “Saskia van Uylenburgh as Ruth” by Rembrandt
Text: Ruth 1-4
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