Can the mind have multiple instances of consciousness? What’s the connection between Chabad Chassidism and the various parts of the brain? And do spiritual and scientific beliefs contradict each other? This is a vintage video and is being shared here for its historical value and its content, not for the quality of its video
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Rapidly evolving social philosophies and ethical trends have a significant impact on the way doctors practice. Ethical standards appear to be flexible and a reflection of the mores of the times. Nonetheless, a common perception persists, that medicine is grounded in timeless, lofty values consistent with high moral purpose
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In a detailed analysis of the ma’amar (Chasidic Discourse) "V'yvchar Lanu." Dr. Brawer leads a group on a journey into the depths of the profound and mystical meanings hidden within the mitzvah of sounding the shofar on Rosh Hashana. This class took place at the 9th annual National Jewish Retreat
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An introduction to the unique world of the ma’amar—the Chasidic Discourse: Using the text from the ma’amar, "V'yvchar Lanu", Dr
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"Can you prove that G-d exists, and that the Torah is from Heaven?" This talk challenges the validity of the concept of "proof". The talk addresses two general forms of knowledge: “cognition”, knowledge derived from external sources, and “cognizance”, which is awareness from within. Using deceptively simple illustrations, Dr
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Are faith and logic mutually exclusive? Can a person believe in Torah and science? In this video, Rabbi Dr. Yaakov Brawer, professor of neuroendocrinology and cell biology at McGill University, systematically dismantles the unfortunate notion that religion and science don't mix. This lecture was delivered on June 24th, 2010
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