N.S. PalmerTurning Around Spinoza’s ChallengeSpinoza meant it as a taunt. But it might hold one of the keys to human cooperation and social harmony.4 min read·Jun 17, 2022--2--2
N.S. PalmerYou're right that in general, Judaism and Islam put more emphasis on behavior than Christianity.The difference isn't 100 percent, of course: Even Maimonides says that Judaism requires certain beliefs, although he can't give a good…2 min read·Jun 3, 2022--1--1
N.S. PalmerWhy Maimonides Couldn’t Believe — But DidCan you believe something that’s literally unbelievable?6 min read·Jun 1, 2022--2--2
N.S. PalmerThe Wisdom of James Bond“You only live twice: Once when you are born, And once when you look death in the face.” — James Bond2 min read·May 29, 2022----
N.S. PalmerEavesdropping on God and the DevilEavesdropping isn’t exactly a sin, but it’s certainly impolite.2 min read·May 26, 2022----
N.S. PalmerIs Kabbalah Rational After All?“Whereof we cannot speak, about that we must remain silent,” advised the Austrian Jewish philosopher Ludwig Wittgenstein.5 min read·May 22, 2022--3--3
N.S. PalmerWhat To Do If Someone Dislikes YouWhat should you do if someone dislikes you?2 min read·May 17, 2022----