Listeners will focus on one metaphor in this week's poem - Deuteronomy/Devarim ch.32 - that charts Jewish History. We find that Israel is depicted as God's child, and God as our parent. Why? Why is the husband-wife metaphor, so common in the prophetic books, not used here? What can we conclude from the usage of this metaphor? Download the Source Sheet Please let us know your comments and thoughts about the podcast, write us at: elmad@pardes.org.il. We appreciate you leaving us a review with 5-stars if you enjoy these podcasts. For more information about Pardes, visit our website www.pardes.org.il. Credits Rabbi Alex Israel - Faculty Host Larry Kluger – Creative Consultant Arlene Harel – Production Coordinator Adam Titcher – Executive Producer and Director of Digital Media