David Wolpe is among my favorite commentators on religious matters, particularly in some of the better documentaries one occasionally finds on the history of civilization. He is erudite and articulate, insightful and kind.
“'Simon, Simon, behold! Satan has demanded permission to have all of you, to sift you like wheat. But I have prayed for you, that your faith may not fail. And once you have returned, you must strengthen your brothers.' And Simon said, 'Lord, I am ready to go with you, to prison and death.' Jesus answered, 'Before the cock crows, you will deny three times that you even know me.'" Luke 22:31-34