Published Feb 18, 2021

Ariel Burger — Be a Blessing

Ariel Burger delves into the transformative power of memory and creativity in ethical and spiritual life, inspired by Elie Wiesel's teachings, while exploring how living as a blessing can navigate the responsibilities and freedom inherent in compassion and community.

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Cultivating Witness, Building Community

The Power of Witnessing

A Life-Saving Sacrifice

Lessons in Good and Evil

Transformative Memory

Embracing Creativity

Mystical Unity

Embracing Otherness

Challenging Perceptions

Religious and Spiritual Roots

Living as a Blessing

The Power of Never Humiliating

Expanding Our Repertoire

Holy Madness

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Transformative Memory

Creative Maladjustment

Blessing and Responsibility

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Transformative MemoryAriel Burger examines the profound role of memory and witnessing in bridging knowledge and ethics. He emphasizes the transformative power of these practices in fostering moral engagement and community responsibility.

Transformative Memory

Creative MaladjustmentAriel Burger, a rabbi and artist, discusses the profound impact of holy madness and creativity in spiritual and moral life. He shares insights from his teacher, Elie Wiesel, and explores how these concepts can guide us in addressing contemporary challenges.

Creative Maladjustment

Blessing and ResponsibilityAriel Burger reflects on the concept of living as a blessing, highlighting the responsibilities and liberation it entails. He draws connections between Jewish traditions and the weight of blessings, emphasizing the importance of compassion and community.

Blessing and Responsibility

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