In Judaism faith means wrestling with God as Jacob once wrestled with an angel.
Interpretation
Faith involves grappling with doubts and challenges, similar to how Jacob struggled with the divine.
This quote suggests that faith in Judaism is not a passive acceptance of belief but an active engagement that includes questioning and wrestling with one's beliefs, much like Jacob's literal struggle with the angel. It indicates that true faith can involve conflict, doubt, and a journey towards deeper understanding and connection with God.
In practice
During a sermon, the pastor discussed the importance of questioning one's faith, reminding the congregation of Jacob's fight with the angel.
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