The Four Empires | October 18th, 2026

Podcast: The Daily Derech from Exploring Judaism · Exploring Judaism

Opublikowano: 2026-10-18

See today's text here! In this episode of The Daily Derech, Rabbi Marcus Rubenstein explores Parashat Lech Lecha, Hilchot Shabbat, and a teaching from Menorat HaMaor about the seriousness of vows and Torah study. The Parashah recounts a war among regional kings in which Lot is captured, prompting Abraham to gather his men and rescue his nephew. Ramban connects the four kings to four historical powers that oppressed the Jewish people, emphasizing the enduring need to resist oppression and protect Jewish life. Rambam discusses when danger to a person's health permits violating Shabbat...