108: The Power of Sabbath Rest: Judith Shulevitz

Why would anybody want to practice Sabbath?

Over a decade ago, Judith Shulevitz wrote a book called 'The Sabbath World: Glimpses of a Different Order of Time.' Before most of us had smartphones and remote jobs, she was calling attention to the troubling trajectory of an increasingly productivity-focused western culture. In a few years, she argued, we would simply be working all the time.

Her prediction, it seems, has come true. The ramping up of 24/7 industry, news, and entertainment has created a baseline busyness unlike any in human history. But what if it’s doing more harm than good?

What if, to live a good life, we need to rest, even if it comes at a cost?

In this episode, Judith discusses how we got here, and why the ancient practice of Sabbath might help us re-establish a healthy relationship to time and to each other.

 

Show Notes:

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• Resources mentioned this episode
  • The Sabbath World by Judith Shulevitz
  • The Rainbow by D.H. Lawrence
• PDF of Lee’s Interview Notes
• Transcription Link

 

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