Education

The text portrays a figure known as Rav Aharon, a revered Torah scholar at Yeshivat Har Etzion, who was initially seen as stern and aloof but was discovered to possess a gentle and caring nature.
Rabbi Yitzchok Eisenman reflects on his encounters with Rav Aharon Lichtenstein, a towering figure in Torah study known for his humility and meticulousness.
Rav Betzalel Zolty, in a eulogy for Rav Elimelech Bar-Shaul, referred to the unique bond between individuals like brothers, highlighting the irreplaceable nature of such relationships.
Rav Betzalel Zolty, chief rabbi of Jerusalem, compared his deep sense of loss upon the passing of his colleague, Rav Elimelech Bar-Shaul, to Dovid HaMelech's distress over Yehonatan, highlighting the irreplaceable bond of brotherhood.
Rav Aharon Lichtenstein was revered for his intellectual depth, humility, and commitment to Torah values.
Rav Aharon Lichtenstein was celebrated for his expertise in Torah study and his intellect.
Rabbi Shalom Carmy reflects on the teachings and legacy of Rabbi Aharon Lichtenstein, emphasizing the importance of navigating complexity and balancing conflicting values in life.
In each biweekly episode of TanakhCast, the hosts dissect and explore four chapters of the Tanakh, spanning from Genesis to 2 Chronicles, leading to a comprehensive study of the text over time.
Rabbi Aharon Lichtenstein, a prominent figure in Orthodox Judaism, discusses the challenges facing Klal Yisrael in a 1986 symposium.
Rabbi Aharon Lichtenstein, head of Yeshivat Har Etzion and leader in the Oz Veshalom movement, highlights the challenges facing Klal Yisrael.
In this text, the author reflects on the integration of Torah study and secular wisdom within Jewish education, emphasizing the importance of balancing ideology with practical considerations.
The text discusses the integration of Torah study and general secular wisdom, focusing on the ideological and practical aspects of this relationship.
Rabbi Aharon Lichtenstein discusses the future of American Orthodoxy, highlighting the need to focus on internal challenges such as defections and the lack of strong leadership, as well as the importance of spiritual and moral growth within the community.
In episode 63 of TanakhCast, the discussion revolves around the "Biblical Bechdel Test," a measure to see if the Tanakh passes a similar test to modern media regarding female representation and interactions.
Tablet is offering two paid, part-time fall editorial internships for individuals with journalism experience and knowledge of American Jewish life.
Jonathan Sarna, a professor of American Jewish history at Brandeis University, recently co-edited a book called "Lincoln and the Jews" with Benjamin Shapell, published by St Martin's Press.
Dr. Gabriel Noah Brahm, an associate professor, discusses his upcoming book that explores the theoretical foundations behind anti-Israel sentiments in academia globally, shedding light on the phenomenon known as "Israel fetish."
Tisha B'Av, a solemn day commemorating the destruction of the First and Second Temples in Jerusalem, has been observed at Jewish summer camps in troubling ways, leading to traumatizing experiences for campers.
Professor Alon Confino discusses the Nazi vision of eliminating Jews from every aspect of existence in his book "A World Without Jews: The Nazi Imagination from Persecution to Genocide."
Dr. Paul Shrell-Fox, a rabbi and psychologist at the Schechter Institute of Jewish Studies in Jerusalem, discusses the development of Jewish intellect with host Gilad Halpern, addressing the long-standing question of whether Jews are inherently smarter.
Omri Grinberg, an anthropologist at the University of Toronto, discusses his research with host Gilad Halpern, focusing on Palestinian "children of the junction" - teenage boys from the West Bank who enter Israel to work as peddlers.
The author recounts her transformative experience at a Reform Jewish summer camp in 1988, where she initially felt awkward and self-conscious but was profoundly influenced by the Israeli visitors who exuded confidence and sensuality, challenging her perspective on body image and self-acceptance.
Dr. Amira Halperin, an Israeli communications scholar, has conducted a unique study on the UK Palestinian diaspora, being the first Israeli researcher to do so.
Professor Jeffrey Herf discusses the attitudes of East Germany and the radical left in West Germany towards Israel from 1967 to 1989, exploring how these views were shaped by the memory of the Holocaust and the Cold War.
Benjamin Harshav, a renowned scholar of Hebrew and Yiddish literature, passed away at 86, leaving a significant legacy in literary studies.

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