Adapting Podcast: Redeeming the Hostages - An Educational Imperative
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At a time when compassion fatigue feels all too common, this episode reminds us of the importance of hope and not giving up. As Jewish educators, we must continue to stress that the freedom of the hostages is a human issue and not just a Jewish issue. When the history of October 7th is written, educators will not be judged by the events of that horrific day and its aftermath. We will be judged on how we respond.
For a more in-depth understanding of why this is the educational imperative of Jewish education today please read David Bryfman's latest article here.
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We are facing a unique time as a Jewish people when the mitzvah of pidyon shvuyim, redeeming the captives, is top of mind as 134 hostages are still held by Hamas in Gaza. What can you as an educator be doing to help the captives? Listen on Apple or Spotify.
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