Heschel : G-d in Search of Man
Ten Minutes for Torah・2 minutes read
Abraham Joshua Heschel's work delves into the relationship between God and man, emphasizing the living presence of God and rejecting the dichotomy of the holy and the good. His philosophy focuses on discovering the questions religion answers, viewing the Bible as a vibrant narrative bursting with life.
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- Rabbi Heschel's philosophy emphasizes the living presence of God in religion, focusing on the relationship between humans and God while rejecting the separation of the holy and the good.
- The Torah, according to Rabbi Heschel, is not merely a collection of stories or principles but a vibrant narrative that explores the deep connection between humans and God, emphasizing the quest for righteousness and the significance of awe and fear of God in human life.
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Who was Abraham Joshua Heschel?
A doctor, rabbi, and prolific writer.
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