Psychology Of The Mind - Soulmates, Dating & Relationships #1

4 Mar 2020 · 138 min
2:17:39

In this lecture the speaker weaves together Jewish law, philosophy, and personal anecdotes to explore the limits of human agency in sacred duties and relationships. He begins with a halachic dilemma: can a kohen who has taken a life—whether in war, self‑defence, or a medical accident—still perform the Birkat Kohanim? The answer given is that if the killing was undertaken to save a life (pikuach nefesh), the kohen may still bless, whereas a justified killing without the intent to save is disqualifying. The discussion then shifts to the broader principle of free will versus divine decree. Citing the Rambam’s eight‑chapter work, the speaker argues that marriage (shidduchim) is fundamentally a human choice, though God may influence the pool of potential partners. He contrasts this with the notion that “everything is in the hand of Heaven except the fear of Heaven,” emphasizing that moral choices—giving tzedakah, stealing, observing Shabbat—are fully human. Throughout, he illustrates these ideas with stories about soldiers, doctors, and everyday people, and critiques misconceptions that sins are predestined or that divine will forces mitzvot. The lecture concludes by reaffirming personal responsibility in ethical decisions and hints at a forthcoming session that will reconcile apparent contradictions between the Rambam and the Gemara on marriage.

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