Defining faith, belief and knowledge.
Three terms that describe the Infinite Being.
Grasping the nature of a being that is beyond our finite understanding.
Why something infinite had to create the finite universe.
A world that is getting older has to have a starting point.
Understanding G-d's independence.
G-d's existence does not depend on anything else at all.
Any way we describe G-d appears to limit Him.
Though we cannot describe G-d, we can describe our perceptive experience.
Which anthropomorphisms are appropriate?
Some spiritual entities are bound by time, not space.
G-d is not an angel, love or peace – any more than He is wood or stone.
The Ramchal's five key points.
It is impossible for there to exist more than one G-d.
What are you trying to attain?
Life, universe, and the purpose of everything.
Every human activity is a pursuit of pleasure.
G-d is in full control, constantly offering us pleasure.
Building a relationship with G-d.
A shift in attitude can build a deep relationship with G-d.
Are human decisions based solely on predictable factors?
When we choose well, we should feel great about ourselves.
Dilemmas, challenges, confusion... our greatest pleasures in life!
Constant choices between perfection and imperfection.
G-d has to go out of His way to create a world with deficiencies.
How the "props on the stage of life" help us connect with G-d.
Relationships provide the deepest insights into our connection with G-d.
Sensitivity to animals helps develop greater sensitivity to people.
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