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Written and animated by Hanan Harchol, Jewish Food For Thought: The Animated Series, is a collection of engaging animated conversations between Hanan and his parents that explore Jewish teachings on themes such as forgiveness, love, gratitude, and many others. This project was created with generous funding by The Covenant Foundation, with Fiscal Sponsorship by FJC and The Foundation for Jewish Culture. Study Guides included by Rabbi Leora Kaye and Beth Huppin.
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The Importance of Happiness During Challenging TimesWe present this animation/study guide on happiness during challenging times, aware that this topic may feel difficult or inappropriate for many. And yet, many argue that during challenging times, joy is more important than ever...
AweA Jewish Perspective on Awe / Yirah
Mourning and LossHanan Harchol•4542 Views•September 29, 2022•Laws of Comforting the Mourners,Laws of Mourning,Mourning
Conflict ResolutionWhat is the relationship between charity and justice? In what ways are we all constantly benefiting from others, and are we cognizant of what we are receiving from others? Do we have a responsibility towards other human beings? And how does human dignity fit into all of it?
Justice / Charity / TzedakahWhat is the relationship between charity and justice? In what ways are we all constantly benefiting from others, and are we cognizant of what we are receiving from others? Do we have a responsibility towards other human beings? And how does human dignity fit into all of it?
The Power of the Earth Theme: HumilityCan being humble actually be a source of strength? What does it mean to be “like the earth?” How can I let go of needing the recognition of others, and if I support the advancement of others, can it lead to my own growth as well? What does it mean to bend?
Critic Theme: Judging Others FavorablyJEWISH FOOD FOR THOUGHT, THE ANIMATED SERIES by Hanan Harchol, created with generous funding by The Covenant Foundation - Topic: Judging Others Favorably - Why does judging others negatively hurt us more than it hurts the person we judge? What information do we lose when we judge others negatively? What can we learn about our own faults from our negative judgments of another person? Why can we never know the full truth of another person’s experience? Is truth fixed or in flux? How can we judge favorably while ensuring that we are not being taken advantage of?
Hanan Harchol•13710 Views•September 15, 2020•Humility,Growth,Judges,Benefit of the Doubt,Silence,Doubt,Negativity
Looking in Other People's Windows Theme: EnvyHanan Harchol•2949 Views•September 16, 2020•Hezek Re'iyah,Motivation,Insecurity,Envy,Self Reflection
Love & Fear (Part 3)Is love related to fear, and if so, how? How can the space between two people actually bring you closer together? What can you learn from fear? And even when you are fearful, can you choose to trust?
Love & Fear (Part 2) Where does fear come from and what happens when you are afraid? How does fear affect your behavior and in particular how you treat the people around you ? Is fear based on real danger, or is it at least partially in our your head? And, are there ways to feel safe, even in frightening situations?
FaithHow is faith an active experience? What do you have to do in order to have faith? Does faith have to be about God? How does what happens in your life affect your faith? And, really, what makes you think that the next time you reach out your hand to someone, they will shake it back?
You Can Dance Theme: GratitudeWhat is the relationship between gratitude and
happiness? Why is gratitude so important? And, what
does religion have to say about it? Does Judaism say
anything unexpected?
Repair Theme: Apology/TeshuvahWhen is the last time you genuinely apologized to someone for something you did? What makes an apology worthwhile? What steps do people need to take in order for an apology to be sincere? Do you think Judaism’s “opinion” will agree with yours?
Love & Fear (Part 1)What is love really all about? Are there different kinds of love? How much does giving have to do with love? How much of love is about yourself, how much is about others and, what do fish have to do with it?!
Hanan Harchol•2952 Views•September 13, 2020•Love of God,Friendship,Relationships,Love,Fear of Heaven,Fear
Landlord Theme: ForgivenessWhy would you want to forgive someone who has wronged you? Is there any benefit to forgiving? Is there a “right” time to forgive? And what does religion have to do with it? Come to think of it, does religion have anything to do with it?
KINDNESS ( Chesed )What is it about a selfless act of kindness that makes it so special? Does kindness just affect the person on the receiving end or also the person giving it, and if so, how? And maybe most importantly: what gets in the way of kindness and what can be done to overcome the obstacles?
Watch all episodes at www.JewishFoodForThought.com
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