Episode 7 The Akeida and Us
The story of the “Binding of Isaac,” or the Akeida, is one of the most terrifying tales in the Bible. But a fascinating letter from a great rabbi to a Catholic priest might teach us its profound relevance to our own lives.
In this episode, Rabbi Soloveichik references two etchings of Rembrandt. You can view them here:
Click here to see “Abraham Casting Out Hagar and Ishmael”
Click here to see “Abraham Caressing Isaac”
Text: Genesis 21-22
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