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Jonathan Seidel

May 25, 2022, 6:00 PM

Celestial Notes: Biblical Re-mythologisation

The sceptic hesitates to accept the literalism of the biblical stories but he cannot reject the lessons they educate. He will abandon the anthropomorphic verses as metaphorical references. Removing the human-like aspects or literal translation ascribed to God or...

May 16, 2022, 1:59 PM

Fairy Tales?: The Case of Mythic Hyperreality

Mythic hyperreality: more real than true and beyond metaphorical truth. Fiction as higher reality in traditional expression Intro: Fiction is a powerful genre that expands the limits of the imagination. Fiction intentionally creates false narratives and a new reality. Many dismiss...

May 3, 2022, 4:50 PM

Mythic Emphasis?

Intro: Modern difficulties to reconcile the majestic stories in the Torah have compelled many skeptics to attempt a varied route from absolute belief. Instead of deluding themselves into a belief they struggle with, they have proposed alternative possibilities. Rabbi Norman...

Apr 24, 2022, 8:47 PM

Futuristic Vision: Is Praxis Sufficient?

Intro: There is considerable criticism of the orthoprax model of Judaism. Orthopraxy is the concentration on practice (praxis) while orthodoxy focuses on belief (doxa). Halakhic expression will perpetuate Jewish affiliation through the generations. Belief is abstract and can wean but...

Apr 7, 2022, 5:58 PM

Unconventional Themes: God halakha and theology

Scepticism has reached new heights with Jewish atheists: Jewish religiosity has reduced himself to mere biology. Yet, this is not accurate. The modern Jew identifies with his heritage but struggles with the present theological challenges. There are Jews who...

Mar 31, 2022, 12:52 PM

Mind the Gap

Scepticism regarding traditional beliefs has risen in previous years challenging contemporary ideology. Can the sceptic maintain his religious allegiance? I believe so. This blog post demonstrates the feelings of both sides and portraying the sceptical outlook before plunging down...

About Me

Jonathan Seidel is currently studying government at IDC with a focus on counterterrorism. He is on the debate team and model UN, participating in conferences and expanding knowledge on a wide range of important issues is important to him. Jonathan has a long history working with special needs kids and running programs to ensure those kids have amazing experiences. Jonathan's favorite topic to write about is Jewish philosophy and he hopes to create a space for Jewish students to cultivate similar discourse online.