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Kabbalah on Comedy

A Good Joke is more than a Laughing Matter

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Kabbalah on Comedy: A Good Joke is more than a Laughing Matter

Is Judaism somber? Are Rabbis stern? This revealing lecture shatters old myths and uncovers the mystical powers found only in levity. Discover why comedy has always been an integral part of Torah tradition. Because clowning around can be serious business…
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Kabbalah Joy; Happiness Laughter; Humor; Jokes
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Anonymous Israel July 3, 2011

great class! really enjoying hearing the distinctions between different types of comedy and its uses for good and bad. Reply

Rachel Johannesburg December 9, 2009

Humour Hello Rabbi, what an amazing shiur.I have a few questions if it is possible to answer.Thank you.
'S'chok' is also 'play'. How does one reconcile playfulness with humour?
Can an adult be playful? Is this considered premiscuous?
Is it part of Klipas noga?Is there room for irony/bittere gelechte in"Halachic' humour. Is there room for hysterical laughter when people are almost crying from the humour? Reply