April 20, 2026 · 7:11
On today’s pages, Menachot 98 and 99, the Talmud asks why the Persian capital of Shushan was depicted on the Eastern Gate of the Temple. The Sages offer reasons ranging from a historical reminder of the return from exile to a calculated warning against future rebellions. How can we hold space for both gratitude and healthy suspicion when looking at the powers that be? Listen and find out.