The Vilification of the Zealots
Why was the Judean freedom movement vilified in rabbinic literature and in the writings of Josephus?
Hosted by Lizzy Oziel and Rav Yehuda HaKohen, the Next Stage podcast focuses on identifying the objectives of Jewish liberation after Zionism. Episodes touch on a wide range of issues relevant to Jewish identity, Torah thought, Israeli politics, decolonization and reconciliation work with Palestinians.
Why was the Judean freedom movement vilified in rabbinic literature and in the writings of Josephus?
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The Northern California Doreinu chapter is empowering local young professionals to become active characters in Jewish history.
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