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No Contradiction: Torah and Science

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No Contradiction: Torah and Science

Rabbi Yechiel Krisch details how his scientific expertise deepens his understanding of Torah and strengthens his faith, and how he maintains his proud Jewish identity in secular environments.
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Chana Weisberg is host of the Ordinary People, Extraordinary Stories podcast and curator of advanced learning experiences on Chabad.org. She lectures internationally on issues relating to women, relationships, meaning, self-esteem and the Jewish soul. She is the author of six books. Her latest book, Shabbat Delights, is a two-volume series on the weekly Torah portion.
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Susan Dworin April 17, 2026

What I remember being amazing was the precision focus, clear answers, comments and insights that Rabbi Krisch shared. It was thrilling to hear real answers to questions that are often left still in the shadows. Yes, Torah answer to science holds science. No, I am not a scientist, I am just a believer. I know science fits into the Torah not the other way around. Rabbi Krisch was certainly inspiring.

Thank you for this interview. Thank you for this opportunity. Reply

Anonimous Ny April 6, 2026

Incredible guest! Fascinating! Thank you Reply

Miriam Brooklyn March 6, 2026

Wow! What a fascinating interview!!! Thank you Rabbi Krisch and
thank you again, Chana!! Each one so different, -but once you're in, a whole new world opens up.
Totally brings joy to my laundry and cooking for Shabbat :)
Thank you Chana, and "the extraordinary community", and all the commenters!! Reply

Susan Dworin March 2, 2026

Thank you for this interview. It was particularly inspiring. Rabbi Krisch was amazing. Reply

Susan Dworin March 3, 2026
in response to Susan Dworin:

Dear Chana,

I owe you a real apology. I am so sorry for being so self absorbed, presumptuous and ungrateful. Thank you with all my heart.

What I have received from you and Chabad.org is priceless. It is what I dared not believe was out there. No, it is no excuse but I think a part of me simply couldn’t believe it was true. I feel so unworthy. How can one thank someone who has given them lifesaving waters?

O Chana your interviews, articles, presentations have all been marvelous and rich. Thank you for each one. You have been such an incredible inspiration to me. Forgive me for my insensitivity…Susan Reply

thank you March 1, 2026

Thank you so this interview! Rabbi Krisch is an amazing teacher and full of passion!! Reply

Michael Arkansas February 27, 2026

Thank you so much for sharing! Rabbi Krisch iluminates a very high frequency of joy, passion, and zeal! :) Reply

Dina February 27, 2026

Thank you for this informative interview with Rabbi Yechiel Krisch! Reply

Mori Goldlist. North York Ontario February 25, 2026

My personal point of view,,,

Science is the study of how HaShem did what HE did
Religion is the study of what HaShem meant by what HE said. Reply

Barry Wicksman Saipan February 25, 2026

Disappointed with this interview. Should have delt with the specific arguements of science against Judaism. Reply

Elana Natick February 24, 2026

Great interview, thanks. As rabbi Krisch pointed science is never done and needs to be questioned and it's especially important point for anyone who takes whatever the medical system tells them to take without learning about the medical industry, it's financial goals, medical data , side effects of meds/ procedures , data on outcomes of medical interventions over long term, alternative medicine, etc.
Are lessons learned from the pandemic, from what Dr. Zelenko z"l warned us and saved thousands of people from hazards of medical interventions, deadly hospitalizations during pandemic ? Would be great to hear rabbi Krisch views on this topics and to elaborate on his statement about " take a medicine which your Dr gave you " . Reply

Susan Dworin February 24, 2026

If what I wrote was offensive. I apologize. Reply

SuzyQ Queens,NY February 23, 2026

Chana, one of your absolute BEST!
Especially re Yahadut not being a religion, how there's no such thing as a a disbelieving Jew, and how we're constantly in a state of needing to remind ourselves to remember that HaShem is the source, & that it's not us!
Smart & Fun. A genuine pleasure!
Thank you both! Reply

Binyomin Long Island City, NY February 23, 2026

Thank you Chana for another wonderful interview. And thank you for your summary at the end of your video. You are an intent listener and learner, which enables me to see how I too can be both supported by a teacher, and supporting to a person we allow to teach us. Reply

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