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Can I Say the Names of Other Gods?

Can I Say the Names of Other Gods?

Update: 2025-05-14
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What are the halakhic considerations about saying “Chr***” given the prohibition on uttering names of other gods? How does that work in interfaith and academic contexts? 

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Music featured in this episode: Planets by Jared Lutes

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Can I Say the Names of Other Gods?

Can I Say the Names of Other Gods?

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