Judaism Unbound · Institute for the Next Jewish Future

Episode 498: Elul 2025 - Lex and Wendie

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Lex and Wendy reinterpret 'Ani L'dodi' to argue we must see ourselves as beloved during Elul introspection.
Lex Rofeberg and Wendy Bernstein-Lash introduce Elul Unbound, an annual series exploring the Jewish month of Elul as a time for introspection and preparation for the high holidays. They discuss themes of self-compassion, reinterpret traditional texts like 'Ani L'dodi', and connect inner work to social justice using metaphors like the Mobius strip.

As heard by us

A clear, humane Elul conversation that makes preparation feel livable.

Judaism Unbound treats Elul as a month of introspection and a practical lead-in to the High Holidays, and it does so with uncommon steadiness.

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Why you'd press play

Press play if you want Elul to feel like a gradual on-ramp, not a spiritual ambush.

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