Lecture by Rabbi YY Jacobson: Why are Jews so preoccupied with Torah study? By understanding the cosmic fireworks that explode each time we hit the books we are able to appreciate why Torah learning plays such a pivotal role in Jewish life.
Why are Jews so preoccupied with Torah study? With a whole world to discover, why do young and old spend their free time poring over ancient texts? By understanding the cosmic fireworks that explode each time we hit the books and sit down to study we are able to appreciate why Torah learning plays such a pivotal role in Jewish life.
This lecture was delivered at the 8th annual National Jewish Retreat. For more information and to register for the next retreat, visit: Jretreat.com.
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