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19 February 2025

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Johnathan Wittenberg: re-enchanting a natural world in crisis

Rabbi and author Jonathan talks about the the nature of awe, wonder, and sensitivity.

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Nick is the senior editor of Seen & Unseen.

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About our guest

Rabbi Jonathan Wittenberg is rabbi of New North London Synagogue and Senior Rabbi of Masorti Judaism, here in the UK. He’s also the author of numerous books, including Walking with the Light: from Frankfurt to Finchley, Things My Dog has Taught Me - about being a better human, and his latest Listening for God in Torah and Creation.

Justin and Belle speak with Jonathan about the workings of Jewish scripture, the nature of awe, wonder, and sensitivity and our reponsibility for the care of the natural world.