This week's Jerusalem Lights podcast explores the remarkable hospitality of Abraham, highlighting his unwavering commitment to caring for strangers and his compassion for all of creation. Hosts Jim Long and Rabbi Chaim Richman delve into the spiritual significance of Abraham's actions, including his prayers for the people of Sodom. The discussion also touches on the mystical tradition of the thirty-six hidden righteous individuals believed to sustain the world. The hosts reflect on the challenges faced by those seeking a closer relationship with the divine, questioning why spiritual tests often become more difficult as one draws nearer to God.