Ep. 17 // "To the Promised Land" w/ Zevi Slavin
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- čas přidán 8. 09. 2024
- Zevi Slavin is a student of philosophy and mysticism and host of a CZcams channel on this topic, @SeekersofUnity .
He is also the son of shluchim in Sydney, Australia and a proud chossid.
On this episode, we discuss if and how Zevi manages the tension between his intellectual pursuits and his Lubavitch identity.
We also discuss his thoughts on the collision of Lubavitch with modernity and where it leaves each of us.
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What a delight to join you in conversation Bentzi. Thank you for the opportunity to discuss topics close to our hearts, in truth and faith.
Was my absolute pleasure, Zevi. This was a touching conversation (or encounter?) on many levels .
Zevi is a Goan & spiritual giant. Love that you had him on.
I agree. I’m very thankful for this conversation.
While I may not fully understand all the Lubavitcher terms discussed, it's been remarkably enlightening. Bentzi's perspective and the articulate way he expresses his thoughts touch upon universally relevant concerns.
In his unique manner, Zevi subtly peels back many of the less-desirable layers that religions tend to accumulate, revealing the polished gem at the core.
Thank you for sharing! ❤️
This is great. Seeing Zavi platformed by "insiders" is so wonderfully gratifying to see. This is an inspiring example re how to speak about topics such as these with sincerity and mutual respect.
amazing interview, thank you!
As a new member of the Chabad community, I have been exploring the ideas presented by Zevi. While I find his perspectives intriguing, I am cautious about embracing them fully due to the criticism I have received from within the community. Some individuals have expressed concerns that my adoption of certain ideas that I understand where Chabad Ideas deviates from traditional Hasidic practices and teachings. This feedback has led me to question whether I am allowing the opinions of others to unduly influence my identity. As a convert, I am navigating the delicate balance between preserving my own cultural heritage and contributing positively to the Lubavitch community...
Kefirah at it's finest in this episode :)
Great discussion guys!
This is absolute fire. Loved every second. Thank you both for the courage, honesty, and authenticity. A breath of fresh air.
Love the comparison Levi made between religions and languages, really eye opening comparison!
Oh snap, why did I call him Levi? It's written right there, Zevi!
Zevi changed the Moshe Rabbeinu & The Rebbe connection, re: Basi Legani.
Zevi made the connection about entering Eretz Yisroel, The Rebbe says the connection is about drawing down the Shechinah. Just as Moshe Rabbeinu brought down the Shechinah so too the Rebbe will bring down the Shechinah.
Another interesting conversation. brocho vehatzlocho
I was mouthing the words heartbreakingly beautiful before you used those words to characterize the trajcectory of the conversation. The truth is, there was something so honest and even extremely vulnerable about this conversation which really strips it of anything controversial. The listener is left in awe and marveling at one mans honest quest for truth. If there was an element of irony in this conversation it would this: While discussing the plausibility of allowing other inflences to color, compliment or shape the wisdom of the Torah Zevi quoted Aristotle in saying man is a speaking animal when in fact the source of that statement is in Targum Onkelos in Parshas Bereishis on the words nefesh chayah. Its amusing, because often lubavitchers will cite the Alter Rebbe in saying man should love -d with all his heart to mean with both inclinations when in fact it is Rashi who makes that drasha. So the need to cite Aristotle and not onkelos was quite ironic.
I’m pretty sure Aristotle predates Onkelos, but your point of sourcing is nevertheless well taken.
In the modern world where so many sources have converged to our fingertips, one who is not a historian of ideas with knowledge of what came first will pull from their subjective point of reference. Just as relevant as where idea was first articulated is where does each person first articulate their idea.
In a sense, this was the nub of our conversation.
It's not surprising that other religions have similar ideas to Yiddishkeit, Adam Shais Enoch Noach Shem and Ever, the Avos etc...flooded the world with Torah.
Some translation of terms would be helpful for we outsiders who are enjoying and fascinated.
Thankyou.
Per Chat GPT Onkelos, a 1st-century CE Jewish scholar, predated Aristotle, who lived in the 4th century BCE.
If you ask a question... maybe dont answer it first before your guest gives their answer...
This is not an interview this is an intervention 😂
Stop giving Zevy mussar!
Epic display of hishtavus tho
But…..Zevy these things should not be spoken about publicly… #mussar
Jesus according to gospel of Thomas was crucified for telling everyone that they all are the sons of god
Zevy you can get in same trouble telling everyone they can be the rebbe or telling people they can be like the avos…..
Dangerous waters brotha