Rabbi Shai Held, president of the Hadar Institute and author of "Judaism Is About Love: Recovering the Heart of Jewish Life," challenges the misconception that Christianity is solely about love while Judaism focuses only on law.

The Charedi community is facing a shift as the exemption from army service expires, leading to a realization that they can no longer solely focus on Torah study for protection.

The article argues that Israel is not illegally occupying the West Bank, providing historical and legal background to support this claim.

Bert Pogrebin, a renowned attorney and partner to feminist icon Letty Cottin Pogrebin, passed away at 89.

The concept of taxation has deep roots in Jewish history, stemming from the biblical practice of tithing, wherein individuals gave a portion of their income for redistribution to support various societal needs.

Modern Orthodox and traditional teen girls are increasingly finding ways to participate in prayer services while adhering to Jewish law, seeking more inclusive roles within their communities.

The text discusses a controversial statement made by Rabbi Tzvi Friedman of the Yerushalmi Peleg movement, who expressed a preference for his grandchildren to eat pork or be murdered by Hamas rather than serving in the IDF.

Rav Moshe Hillel Hirsch expresses the Charedi viewpoint that Torah study is crucial for Israel's existence, opposing mandatory army service for Charedi youth, fearing threats to Torah study.

Attending a Jewish funeral and sitting shiva for a friend's mother led the author to reevaluate her relationship with religion, ultimately inspiring her decision to convert to Judaism.

The text discusses the divide between charedim and the rest of Israel regarding military enlistment.

Joe Lieberman was a prominent politician known for his observant Jewish faith and commitment to public service.

Judaism's beliefs about the afterlife are diverse and not extensively discussed, despite classical Jewish sources refuting the misconception that Judaism lacks an afterlife concept.

The podcast discusses Sam Bankman-Fried, an "effective altruist" sentenced to 25 years for an $8 billion fraud, and explores how his law-professor mother's attempts to excuse his actions reveal insights into the mindset of the leftist elite.

The article defends the importance of congregational rabbis in Jewish life, highlighting the deep connections and enduring relationships they create with their communities.

The Etgar Quiz no 265 tests knowledge on Jewish topics such as the destruction of the Second Bet Hamikdash by the Romans, Israel's second Prime Minister (Moshe Sharet), the significance of tzitzit in relation to keeping all the mitzvot, the concluding prayer of a service (Aleinu), which animals might be kosher (locust), and the number of sedarim in the Mishnah (six).

Parashat Tzav discusses the rituals of sacrifices conducted by priests at the Tabernacle, emphasizing the importance of maintaining enthusiasm and passion in even mundane tasks such as clearing the altar ashes.

The cancellation of the legal basis for exemption of charedim from the army in Israel has sparked hysteria and anger within the charedi community, with claims that Torah learning is essential for the survival of the country and that the High Court's actions are seen as a threat to the Torah and Jewish people.

In Shiur 462, the discussion revolves around the challenges facing Yeshiva bochers today, contrasting them with girls' challenges and examining the impact of technology and alcohol on boys.

The article discusses the ongoing internal conflict in Israel regarding the issue of drafting Haredi yeshiva students into the Israeli Defense Forces (IDF).

The Israeli government faces a critical deadline with Cabinet Resolution 682 about Haredi draft exemptions set to expire.

Silence is often viewed as complicity or admission, raising questions about when the principle of shtikah ke-hodaah applies in Jewish law and ethics, especially in light of current events and beyond.

The ongoing debate in Israel regarding Charedi military exemptions during times of war is causing a rift between Charedim and the rest of the country.

Reform and Liberal Judaism are considering joining forces to create a unified Progressive entity, rooted in the desire to modernize and adapt Jewish practices to contemporary beliefs and values.

The Sephardi Kashrut Authority has released its Pesach Guide for 5784/2024, listing certified and approved products for Passover.

Join Sonya, a busy working mom of six, in this video where she shares a week of kosher Orthodox Jewish family meals, including freezer-friendly options like bone broth, Pilmeni dough, pita bread, and Oshtoky/Dolma preparations.