Ethics

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Peter Beinart in The Beinart Notebook · 4 Mar

Peter Beinart outlines the guidelines for commenting and participating in discussions within his community, emphasizing the importance of maintaining civility and decency.

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Money Talks

Cindy Scarr in Mishpacha · 4 Mar

Cindy Scarr's article delves into the halachic intricacies of using maaser (tithing) funds for various purposes, providing valuable insights for contemporary practice.

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Authentic Gray

Cindy Scarr in Mishpacha · 4 Mar

Cindy Scarr delves into the concept of 'authentic gray' thinking concerning eating habits, challenging the rigid "black-and-white" mindset that many individuals adopt.

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Rabbi YY Jacobson: "People Have NO IDEA What's Really Happening To The World..."

Chabad.org · 4 Mar

Rabbi YY Jacobson delves into the underlying sources of evil in the world, urging listeners to comprehend these sources to effectively counteract them.

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Help Others, Help Yourself

Jewdicious · 3 Mar

Cindy Sher reflects on the immense challenges facing the world—including political polarization and disasters—through the lens of Jewish teachings, emphasizing the importance of helping others amidst adversity.

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A Good Deed

Yitzchak Francus in Lehrhaus · 3 Mar

Every day, for months following his mother's death, Judah has been diligently attending synagogue to recite Kaddish, dealing not only with his grief but the tedium of extended services.

0 Politics Ethics

In their Zelenskyy meeting, Trump and Vance laid waste to a cherished Yiddish value

Robert Zaretsky in Forward · 1 Mar

The meeting between Donald Trump, J.D. Vance, and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy starkly contrasts cherished Yiddish values of common sense and decency, long embodied by figures like the author's Uncle Abe.

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Are Zionists and Anti-Zionists Arguing for the Sake of Heaven?

Sapir · 1 Mar

The complex debates around Zionism and anti-Zionism, especially in light of recent events, challenge core Jewish principles of disagreement and unity.

0 Holidays Ethics

L’Chaim with Limits: Keeping the Seudah Safe

Dr. Kenneth Markowitz in Jewish Action · 28 Feb

With Purim approaching, Dr. Kenneth Markowitz highlights the importance of managing alcohol consumption during the Purim seudah to ensure safety and enjoyment for all attendees.

0 Education Ethics

Psychotherapist: “What I’ve Learned In My Years As A Therapist Will BLOW YOUR MIND”

Chabad.org · 28 Feb

Psychotherapist Devori Nussbaum shares insights from her extensive experience in therapy, focusing on maintaining mental wellness.

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This Israeli hostage's message is powerful.

Joshua Hoffman in Future of Jewish · 28 Feb

Yarden Bibas, a father whose family was tragically abducted and killed by Hamas, delivered a poignant eulogy that underscored personal responsibility amidst collective grief.

0 Culture Ethics

From emergency to everyday: Making accessibility a year-round priority

eJewishPhilanthropy · 28 Feb

During Jewish Disability Awareness, Acceptance, and Inclusion Month (JDAIM), the story of Grayson Roberts shines a light on the necessity of year-round commitment to accessibility and inclusion within Jewish communities and beyond.

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Hussein Aboubakr Mansour on Why the End of Palestinian Nationalism Can Bring Hope to Palestinians

Tikvah · 28 Feb

Hussein Aboubakr Mansour argues that Palestinian nationalism, rooted in victimhood and grievance, fails to provide a viable path forward for Palestinians, and instead perpetuates their suffering and conflict.

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Time to Stand Up Against Islamists

Karen Hunt aka KH Mezek in Future of Jewish · 27 Feb

In this opinion piece, Karen Hunt, who has lived in Egypt, shares a controversial perspective on the Israeli-Palestinian conflict, particularly focusing on the psychological impact and unfolding of hostage situations orchestrated by Hamas.

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3/1/25 – Shiur 504 – Hamas’ (and Iran’s) depravity - when our enemies know no limits: Should We? Do we need to act morally when dealing with an immoral enemy?

Halacha Headlines · 27 Feb

This episode of Halacha Headlines with host Ari Wasserman delves into the moral considerations of how Israel and Jews should respond to the immoral actions of Hamas and Iran, especially in times of war.

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Rabbi Arik Ascherman on the Daily Violence Faced by West Bank Palestinians

MomentMag · 27 Feb

Rabbi Arik Ascherman discusses the daily challenges and violence faced by Palestinians living in the West Bank, highlighting the human impact and ethical concerns surrounding this ongoing conflict.

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Yarden Bibas’s eulogy for his family should be a prayer for us all

Rob Eshman in Forward · 27 Feb

In his poignant eulogy for his wife Shiri and sons Ariel and Kfir, who were tragically killed after being abducted by terrorists, Yarden Bibass implored, "Guard me, so I don't sink into darkness."

0 Communities Ethics

The right initiative can make a serious difference in the special needs landscape

eJewishPhilanthropy · 27 Feb

Reflecting on the historical treatment of individuals like Uncle Abie, who faced systemic barriers due to his intellectual disability, this article emphasizes the progress and remaining challenges in the Jewish community's approach to special needs.

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Why Rabbi Arik Ascherman Defends Palestinians in the West Bank

MomentMag · 26 Feb

Rabbi Arik Ascherman is an activist known for his efforts in defending Palestinian rights in the West Bank, which is explored in this documentary.

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Khalil Sayegh on Hamas, the Left and the Ceasefire

Peter Beinart in The Beinart Notebook · 25 Feb

Khalil Sayegh, a political analyst and president of The Agora Initiative, discusses his condemnation of Hamas's actions against Israeli civilians, including the Bibas family, with journalist Peter Beinart.

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Hamas has made me hate. How can I pray for peace?

Rabbi Marc Katz in Forward · 25 Feb

Rabbi Marc Katz reflects on the complex emotion of hatred, which has surfaced in him and his congregants following the brutal acts of Hamas, including murder and abductions of Israelis.

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In Search of My Lost Hour

Cindy Scarr in Mishpacha · 25 Feb

Cindy Scarr explores the sensation of losing track of time and the frantic pace of modern life in her reflective essay "In Search of My Lost Hour."

0 Education Ethics

Rewards

Cindy Scarr in Mishpacha · 25 Feb

Exploring the practice of using rewards as a parenting tool, Cindy Scarr's article weighs the pros and cons of this approach.

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24 Hours in the West Bank | "A Protective Presence" | Moment

MomentMag · 25 Feb

In "24 Hours in the West Bank | 'A Protective Presence'", viewers follow Rabbi Arik Ascherman during a day in one of the world's most contentious regions.

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War Of Words: ‘Gulf’ Widens Between Trump And The Press

Gary Rosenblatt in Between The Lines · 23 Feb

Gary Rosenblatt discusses the escalating conflict between President Trump and the press, emphasizing the critical role of an independent press in safeguarding democracy.

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