Polygraphs, Prophecy and Genealogy
We communicate in a variety of ways, including verbal, nonverbal, written, and visual. The FBI, for example, trains their agents to observe facial micro-expressions to determine emotions like fear and happiness. A polygraph can enhance human perception by measuring physiological indicators while a person answers a series of questions. DNA can reveal genetic relationships. In this week’s Torah portion Tetzaveh (Exodus 27:20-30:10), we read about a garment worn by the Kohen Gadol or High Priest,
Zalman Kravitz