Episode 88: Who Is A Jew? The Anti-Semantics Of The Chosen People with Avner Boskey
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On this episode of The Jewish Road Podcast:
The narrative surrounding Israel and the Jewish people is one that's deeply interwoven with history, culture, and prophecy. But more often than not, the intricacies of these stories are overshadowed by generalizations and misconceptions. It's why our conversation with Avner Boskey, founder of David's Tent and a Messianic Jew residing in Beersheva, Israel, becomes profoundly significant.
In episode 88 of the Jewish Road podcast, "Who Is A Jew? The Anti-Semantics of The Chosen People," we look into the origins and implications of words like 'Jew', 'Israeli', and 'Zionism', alongside the associated "anti" language that often paints a distorted picture. Living a mere 62 seconds away from the threat of a rocket from Gaza, Avner offers a perspective that is as grounded as it is enlightening. There's a raw authenticity in his words, reflecting his deep-rooted love for Israel despite its challenges.
Our discussion ranges from debunking the misconception of Israel being a colonial occupation to understanding the descendants of Ishmael. However, the essence of our conversation was about seeing beyond the end times and the prophetic narrative. It's about genuinely feeling for the Jewish people, empathizing with their struggles, and reflecting the heart of God in our attitudes towards them. Avner poignantly mentions, "We sometimes look at the Jewish people as pieces on a grand prophetic chessboard, trying to fit them into the bigger picture, without truly understanding or feeling their pain."
God's heart aches with His people. Isaiah 63 reminds us that in their suffering, He too suffers. So, the question we must ask ourselves is, do we mirror that heart? Or are we so engrossed in deciphering the prophetic sequence that we forget to genuinely care?
Tune into this episode and immerse yourself in a conversation that goes beyond the surface, urging us to approach the narrative of Israel and the Jewish people with a compassionate heart. Check out the great work of David's Tent and stay informed on all Avner is doing in Israel.