9 min
Laws of Government: Never Tell a Lie? The Maggid of Melbourne
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Laws of Government 12: Never Tell a Lie?
Are politicians permitted to avoid telling the truth? Perhaps lying for the sake of peace is permitted, or is even recommended? What are our expectations for truth-telling from our leaders?
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As Israel strives to form a new government, elected leaders jockey for position, and the people pine for stability – Levi Cooper explores aspects of government from the perspective of Jewish Law. A timely new podcast series with the Maggid of Melbourne. TO THE BEIT MIDRASH!
Credits
Rabbi Levi Cooper - Pardes Faculty and A Shot of Torah Podcast Host
Adam Titcher - Executive Producer
Laws of Government 12: Never Tell a Lie?
Are politicians permitted to avoid telling the truth? Perhaps lying for the sake of peace is permitted, or is even recommended? What are our expectations for truth-telling from our leaders?
Subscribe to the Hasidic Lore Newsletter
As Israel strives to form a new government, elected leaders jockey for position, and the people pine for stability – Levi Cooper explores aspects of government from the perspective of Jewish Law. A timely new podcast series with the Maggid of Melbourne. TO THE BEIT MIDRASH!
Credits
Rabbi Levi Cooper - Pardes Faculty and A Shot of Torah Podcast Host
Adam Titcher - Executive Producer
9 min