Adapting Podcast: Jews Deserve Happy Endings - Jean Meltzer’s Case for Jewish Joy
Listen on Apple or Spotify! Samantha Vinokor-Meinrath continues conversations on Jewish joy with international bestselling author and “Queen of Jewish Romance” Jean Meltzer. From Rabbi Nachman of Breslov's teachings on doing mitzvot with joy to the Torah mentioning joy 440 times, Jean makes the case
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Samantha Vinokor-Meinrath continues conversations on Jewish joy with international bestselling author and “Queen of Jewish Romance” Jean Meltzer.
From Rabbi Nachman of Breslov's teachings on doing mitzvot with joy to the Torah mentioning joy 440 times, Jean makes the case that embracing joy is a central tenant of Jewish identity. She also shares how educators and Jewish organizations can help people fall in love with Judaism by moving beyond the textbook and creating meaningful, emotional, and joyful experiences.
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