The year 1840 was a turning point: the Industrial Revolution peaked, the Damascus Affair sparked Jewish unity, and modernity opened new paths for enlightenment. Mystics called it the moment that “the gates of wisdom would open.” For us, 1840 is a symbol of how global upheaval can lead to a reimagined world. Today, we face another “1840 moment”—troubled by tech disruption, mental health crises, and declining faith—that calls for bold questions, timeless sensitivity, and modern sensibilities. That’s what 18Forty is here to explore.
A new podcast and video series bringing you to the leading voices of Jewish mysticism.
Rav Joey Rosenfeld’s entryway into mystical thought began with the writings of Franz Kafka and Albert Camus.
Rav Joey Rosenfeld’s entryway into mystical thought began with the writings of…
Sarah Yehudit Schneider discusses 18 questions on Jewish mysticism, including growth through…
Zevi Slavin joins us to discuss inherent divinity, the potential of modernity,…
Rabbi Moshe Weinberger joins us to answer 18 questions on Jewish mysticism,…
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