Rabbi Sharon Brous: Gen Z Should Bridge Divides with Empathy

PUSH The Next Generation

In this episode, Rabbi Sharon Brous and PUSH The Next Generation host, Ashley Jackson, engage in a profound conversation about fostering connection in an era of unprecedented isolation. Drawing on her experience as a religious leader, Rabbi Brous shares insights on cultivating moral imagination in the face of adversity. Together, they explore critical issues—from Middle Eastern conflicts to racial justice struggles—highlighting their ties to broader human rights concerns. Rabbi Brous brings to the forefront the rich diversity of the Jewish experience, challenging monolithic representations of Jewish identity. Amid today's polarized political climate, they confront the troubling rise of antisemitism and its threat to democracy.
Grounded in her faith tradition, Rabbi Brous offers Generation Z practical guidance for principled dissent in defense of human dignity. Through her concept of "The Amen Effect," she examines how communities can bridge divides and challenge selective empathy. Rabbi Brous amplifies a vision of faith collectives building a more just and compassionate world through meaningful civic engagement and interfaith dialogue.
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Check out Rabbi Sharon Brous’s book, The Amen Effect: Ancient Wisdom to Mend Our Broken Hearts and World.
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