The Soul Presses the Intellect for Answers

Da'at Tevunot 11:1

Curated by Arthur·Told by Maggid·March 24, 2026

Said the Soul - The straightness of this justice and the depth of this complete reason that you mentioned, is what I want to hear from you with a precise explanation, detail by detail.

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Da'at TevunotThe Soul Declares It Is Already SettledDa'at (Knowledge) Tevunot, which translates to "Knowledge of Discernment," is a profound work confronting fundamental questions of existence. And in this partic Da'at TevunotA Great Gate to Understand All Human MattersThe ancient Jewish wisdom tradition suggests there might just be such a key. And it's found within us. The text It's a simple sentence, really, but it packs a p Da'at TevunotThe Soul Reaches a New Doorway of UnderstandingIt's vast, intricate, and honestly, a little intimidating! But every now and then, you stumble across a passage that feels…accessible. A doorway into a deeper c Ben SiraBen Sira on Enduring Life's TrialsThe Book of Ben Sira, a treasure trove of wisdom literature, has something to say about that very human struggle. It's a book full of practical advice, ethical Ben SiraTeachings of Ben SiraThe first line hits hard: "Vex not the spirit of the soul that lacketh; And hide not thyself from one that is crushed in soul." It's a plea, really, not to furt Ben SiraHealth of Flesh Is Better Than Fine GoldBen Sira turns to Health of Flesh Is Better Than Fine Gold. This is part of the Wisdom Literature, not found in the Hebrew Bible as Protestants know it, but pre