Vayera: Breaking the Collective Mindset

In this episode we will explore the power of diverse thinking through the lens of history and the Torah. Using the story of General George Patton’s creative strategies during World War II and Abraham's bold argument with God over Sodom, Jonathan and Amanda discuss the dangers of extreme conformity. Drawing parallels to Solomon Asch's conformity experiments, they highlight how a lack of dissent and moral diversity led to Sodom's downfall. The episode emphasizes Judaism's deep value for debate and diverse perspectives, showing how they have safeguarded both thought and community resilience through the ages.

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