Jacob's New Name - Genesis 35:1-35:29

Jacob's New Name - Genesis 35:1-35:29

From Timeless Wisdom with Dennis Prager by Salem Podcast Network

June 6, 2026 · 1h 30m

About this episode

Dennis Prager explores the complexities of monotheism and its significance in the Torah, alongside the story of Jacob and his family.

This week on Dennis Teaches the Torah, Dennis delves into the complexities of monotheism, discussing its significance in the Torah and its impact on Western culture. The episode begins with a thought-provoking question: if you had met God, would God need to reintroduce himself to you? This leads to a fascinating exploration of the concept of monotheism and its unique characteristics, including the idea that history should move forward, not repeat itself. The episode also covers the story of Jacob and his family, including the infamous incident involving the rape of Dinah and the subsequent consequences. Dennis, as always, offers a nuanced analysis of the situation, highlighting the complexities of the characters' actions and the moral implications of their decisions. Follow on Apple Podcasts:  https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/timeless-wisdom-with-dennis-prager/id1517302239 Follow us on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4SZEYeH4tuLr2FvG4ok1rl Learn more about Dennis Prager: https://pragertopia.com/ Follow Dennis on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DennisPrager Follow Dennis on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thedennisprager/ Follow Dennis on X…

People in this episode

Host: Dennis Prager

Topics covered

  • monotheism
  • Torah
  • Western culture
  • moral implications
  • Jacob's story
  • family dynamics

Keywords

  • monotheism
  • Torah
  • Jacob
  • Dinah
  • moral implications
  • Western culture
  • family dynamics

Mentioned in this episode

Books & works: Genesis 35:1-35:29

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