Welcome to Truths—"Seeking Ecstasy" season, Rabbi Dr. Levi Brackman’s first solo deep dive in the new series.
After opening with a heartfelt prayer for Israel amid the current Iran conflict, Rabbi Levi tackles the heated debate sparked by Rabbi Manis Friedman’s bold claim that “God needs our mitzvot.”
► What do classic sources—Maimonides, Nachmanides, Ramak, the Arizal, and Chassidic masters like R. Aaron of Staroselye—actually say?
► How do Kabbalah and Chassidut reconcile an all-perfect, utterly simple Divine Essence with a universe that seems to matter?
► Is “God needs” even the right phrase, or is “for the needs of God” a crucial nuance?
► Why quick sound-bites fall short, and how personal mystical experience informs this paradox.
If you’re ready to trade headlines for primary texts, paradox, and mindful contemplation, this episode is for you. Like, subscribe, and share your thoughts below—let’s keep the conversation rigorous and respectful.
Levi Brackman is a rabbi, Ph.D. in psychology, best-selling author of Jewish Wisdom for Business Success, and founder of Invown, a platform for real estate fundraising and investing.
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