Idolatry; Paganism

In this first class of the series, Rabbi Friedman introduces and defines the general concept of idol worship before looking at specific “idols” of American society, starting with the worship of money.

Gefilte Fish gives an in-depth analysis of the Golden Calf, explains the importance of not worshipping idols, and complains about the lack of Fresca in the IKS studio.

G-d is a rational idea, but belief is super-rational. Analysis of the Rambam’s codification of the evolution of idolatry and the innovation of faith introduced by Avraham, sheds light on why Noach is excluded from the ‘generation of Avraham’ even though t...

A taste of Shazak Parsha, where the weekly Torah portion comes alive! Geared for kids... Great for adults!

Understanding the earliest origin of idolatry gives a better appreciation to a universal belief in one G-d. All of mankind has the right to pray to one G-d and should incorporate blessings in their daily life.

Study the daily lesson of Sefer HaMitzvos for day 15 with Rabbi Mendel Kaplan, where he teaches the mitzvah in-depth with added insight and detail.

"You shall have no other gods before Me. You shall not make for yourself a graven image, nor any manner of likeness of any thing that is in heaven above, that is in the earth beneath, or that is in the water under the earth."