“It is no coincidence that the two primary terms for heaven and hell in Judaism are “Gan Eden” and “Gehinnom.” Gan Eden, as explained above, refers to the four-leveled realm of the intellect, in all its depth and beauty. Gehinnom,… — Shmuel Pernicone Copy Share Image
“In a last-ditch effort, some readers may pathetically attack the scientific method, claiming that all subjective perspective is flawed and cannot be trusted, no… — Shmuel Pernicone Copy Share Image
“How can we draw nearer to HaShem’s throne without a living parietal lobe to navigate space? How can we see his glorious light without… — Shmuel Pernicone Copy Share Image
“This is the very basis of inspiration and friendship, both of which are, in essence, spiritual connections. No two people are exactly the same,… — Shmuel Pernicone Copy Share Image
“Putting a slight twist on Pascal’s famous wager, what do we have to lose? Are we afraid to meet God having dreamed as if… — Shmuel Pernicone Copy Share Image
“Value nuance and skepticism over any blind dogma. Pierce through the cacophony of human error and listen for the still, small voice of God.… — Shmuel Pernicone Copy Share Image
“Ideas should be freely and dispassionately considered on their own merits, since after all, one generation’s heretic is another generation’s hero. Mystics like the… — Shmuel Pernicone Copy Share Image
“Seemingly unethical verses must be interpreted so as to be read ethically.” — Shmuel Pernicone Copy Share Image
“It is no coincidence that the two primary terms for heaven and hell in Judaism are “Gan Eden” and “Gehinnom.” Gan Eden, as explained… — Shmuel Pernicone Copy Share Image
“While in yeshiva, I was once asked by a friend and frequent debater, do I believe in a soul. I answered that I believe… — Shmuel Pernicone Copy Share Image
“When all is said and done, it is perfectly alright to be afraid. It is human to fear death but childish not to face… — Shmuel Pernicone Copy Share Image
