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• #Pardes episode 4 series#

The comparison with what appear to be parallel passages in Matt 13.54–58 and Mark 6.1–6 is instructive for two reasons. The phrase ‘their synagogues’ is striking, suggestion (as Luke makes clear in other places) that he is writing to a gentile audience who are removed from the geographical area (note that Matthew talks of ‘their synagogue’ in Matt 13.54, but this is a specific rather than general reference). Although Luke does relate the ‘power of the Spirit’ to Jesus’ miracles and healings elsewhere, he also regularly links this to Jesus’ teaching ministry, as he does here very clearly. Luke’s mention of both the Spirit and ‘power’ is characteristic, and adds an extra dimension to the importance of Jesus having the Spirit come upon him ( as I have explored elsewhere). The section linking the temptations in the desert with the Nazareth incident is brief but interesting. More serious, though, is the ending of the passage at verse 21, when the whole episode runs to verse 28, and we should take the lectionary here as ‘advisory’ and read through to the end of the story as Luke presents it to us. As is often the case with the lectionary, the reading is rather displaced and truncated the previous episode is the temptation in the wilderness, which we will read at the beginning of Lent, and the following week we revert back to Luke 2 as we celebrate the presentation of Jesus in the temple. Joseph Neustein, on the occasion of his 4th yahrzeit.The lectionary reading for Epiphany 3 in Year C is Luke 4.14–21.

#Pardes episode 4 series#

This series is a production of Pardes North America in partnership with The Koren Podcast Network and is lovingly sponsored by the Neustein family in memory of Rabbi Dr. misplaced religious devotion, and good leadership vs. The dramatic narrative of Sefer Shmuel introduces us to themes still relevant today: divine destiny vs.

His exploits, including some spectacular moral failures, are unrivaled. Saul, the first king, brings hope but his reign is marred by missteps, leading to his downfall.ĭavid, arguably the most famous character in Jewish tradition, succeeds Saul and strategically lays the foundations for an empire. The Israelites have settled in their new land but tribal rivalries weaken them against the ascendant Philistines. To learn more with Michael, click here.Ĭrises & Kings explores the Book of Samuel, which recounts a tumultuous period in Biblical history.

Rabbi Michael Hattin teaches Bible and Halakha at Pardes. For more information about this podcast series or to get more information about the Pardes Institute of Jewish Studies please email Rabbi Michael Hattin However, the podcasts will also be accessible and meaningful to listeners who do not prepare ahead of time.

(Samuel I 3:1 – 3:21)Ī special note to the listener: In general, listeners are encouraged to independently prepare the primary material from one podcast to the next, preferably in a chavruta learning dynamic. This moment, that marks the end of Eli’s tenure as religious leader of Israel, is painful as well as poignant for both of them. But now the word of God comes to Shmuel directly, sidelining old and blind Eli in the process.

Podcast Overview: Eli the high priest is young Shmuel’s mentor and guide.