The Art of Manliness · January 13, 2026 · 45m

Money and Meaning — What Faith Traditions Teach Us About Personal Finance

Tom Levinson, a financial advisor with a background at Harvard Divinity School, joins the show to explore the spiritual side of money. He discusses how Judaism, Christianity, and Islam view wealth and financial practice, and explains why budgeting can be more than a practical tool—it can function as a spiritual discipline. The conversation reframes personal finance as a reflection of values and meaning rather than just numbers.

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Editorial

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Money Reflects Our Values and Spirituality

Tom Levinson argues that money is never just about numbers; it always reflects deeper values, priorities, and even spiritual life.

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Faith Traditions Offer Wisdom on Money

Drawing on his Harvard Divinity training, Levinson shares what Judaism, Christianity, and Islam teach about wealth and financial practice.

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Budgeting as a Spiritual Discipline

Levinson reframes budgeting not just as a practical habit but as a spiritual discipline akin to simplicity or mindfulness.

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References

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All That's Holy: A Young Guy, an Old Car, and the Search for God in America — Tom Levinson — The guest's book about his road-trip search for faith in America.

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✧Tom Levinson studied religion at Harvard Divinity School and considered becoming a rabbi before working as a financial advisor.

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