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Shalom Aleichem and the Meaning of Keeping Shabbat
In this animated video version of the Meaningful Judaism podcast episode, Rabbi Fohrman takes a fresh look at Shalom Aleichem to uncover its hidden depth. This familiar yet curious prayer leads him to a surprising insight about the profound meaning behind keeping Shabbat—and what resting on the seventh day is really all about.
Rabbi David Fohrman
Founder and Lead Scholar
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