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Unorthodox · 13 Oct 2023

In episode 384 of Unorthodox, the focus is on welcoming Shabbat after a challenging week.

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A leap of faith that Yom Kippur asks us to make

Jewish Chronicle · 22 Sep 2023

The text discusses the concept of faith as it pertains to the Jewish holiday of Yom Kippur and synagogue attendance during the High Holy Days.

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For Jewish seniors who can't visit loved ones' graves on their own, free rides and a prayer book

Stewart Ain in Forward · 7 Jul 2023

Dorot, a New York-based nonprofit, revived its Cemetery Visits program for seniors, helping them visit loved ones' graves with volunteers.

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Glamping With God

Lisa J. Wise in Tablet · 3 Oct 2022

A personal reflection is shared about confronting mortality and undergoing medical tests, juxtaposed with the symbolism of Sukkot and its lessons of impermanence and vulnerability.

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BONUS EPISODE: Kol Nidrei...misunderstood - with Rabbi Meir Soloveichik

Call Me Back · 30 Sep 2022

In this episode, Rabbi Meir Soloveichik discusses the complex meaning and history of the Kol Nidrei prayer, which is often misunderstood and misrepresented.

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49 Days: Week 5, Hod

Unorthodox · 22 May 2022

This episode explores the attribute of Hod, or humility, in the context of counting the Omer, highlighting the tension between self-assertion and submission to a higher power.

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Kaddish in the Time of COVID-19

David Eisner in Tablet · 2 Jun 2021

The text reflects on the challenges faced during the COVID-19 pandemic regarding the recitation of the Kaddish prayer for mourning rituals within the Jewish community.

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How the Zoom Minyan Brought Me Closer to Judaism

Ivy Eisenberg in Tablet · 19 Jan 2021

During the challenging time of mourning her parents, the author found solace and connection through participating in a daily Zoom minyan for Kaddish recitation at her Reconstructionist synagogue.

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New Beginnings: Ep. 243

Unorthodox · 17 Sep 2020

This episode of Unorthodox features discussions with Rabbi Sandra Lawson about her innovative approaches to engaging the Jewish community, particularly through social media, and the creative initiatives by OneTable for the High Holidays.

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‘May Memories Rise’- On the Meaning of ‘Ya’aleh ve-Yavo’

Ben Lorber in Lehrhaus · 26 Sep 2019

The Yaaleh ve-Yavo prayer recited during Jewish holidays and Rosh Chodesh serves as a substitute for the Temple sacrifices and invokes ancestral virtues and Messianic hopes.

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Tasting the World to Come: A Novel Interpretation of Tzidkatkha Tzedek

Noam Stadlan in Lehrhaus · 18 Jul 2019

In "Tasting the World to Come: A Novel Interpretation of Tzidkatkha Tzedek" by Noam Stadlan, the author challenges the traditional association of the Tzidkatkha Tzedek verses with Tzidduk ha-Din, proposing that they emphasize God's beneficence rather than strict acceptance of divine decree.

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Song of the Sea: Making a Space for Joy and Sorrow

Zach Truboff in Lehrhaus · 24 Apr 2019

In the essay "Song of the Sea: Making a Space for Joy and Sorrow" by Zach Truboff, the author reflects on his personal experience of loss and grief after his twins were diagnosed with a rare disease and passed away.

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Community | Can Prayer Help Us Heal? Doctors Say Yes.

Forward · 16 Nov 2018

Dr. Joseph Maroon, a neurosurgeon, and medical director for the Pittsburgh Steelers, emphasizes the calming effect of prayer on patients before surgery, citing decreased stress levels and better healing outcomes.

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The Yom Kippur Fasting Experience, As Told Through GIFs

Forward · 13 Sep 2018

Yom Kippur, the Day of Atonement, is a significant Jewish holiday that involves fasting from sundown to sundown, accompanied by prayer and reflection.

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Jerusalem Deputy Mayor Blames 220-Pound Boulder Dislodged From Western Wall on Egalitarian ‘Quarrel-Mongers’

Liel Leibovitz in Tablet · 24 Jul 2018

Jerusalem's deputy mayor, Dov Kalmanovich, attributed the recent falling of a 220-pound boulder from the Western Wall near an egalitarian prayer site to what he calls "quarrel-mongers" like Reform leaders and Women of the Wall, suggesting the incident is a divine warning against them.

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A Jewish World of Infinite Possibility

David G. Roskies in Tablet · 24 May 2018

In the 1960s, being a Jewish student meant diverse expressions of Jewish identity, from countercultural activism to celebrating Israel's victories.

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Prayer in an Age of Distraction

Zach Truboff in Lehrhaus · 19 Apr 2018

Prayer in an Age of Distraction discusses the challenges of maintaining focus during prayer, particularly in an era of constant digital distractions.

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What Time Should the Early Minyan Begin on Monday? Recognizing mi-sheyakir: Science, Technology, and Sociology

Yaakov Jaffe in Lehrhaus · 15 Dec 2017

In this essay, Yaakov Jaffe discusses the disconnect between the traditional rabbinic guidance on when to begin morning prayers and the current practices of many American Jews, particularly regarding the concept of mi-sheyakir, the time when it is bright enough to recognize another person.

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Are Modern Orthodox Jews More Comfortable with Mysticism or Anthropomorphism?

Yaakov Jaffe in Lehrhaus · 2 Oct 2017

In examining the beliefs and practices of Modern Orthodox Jews, there is a discussion around their comfort level with mysticism and anthropomorphism in Judaism.

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Why I Don’t Miss Shul on Yom Kippur

Leslie Ginsparg Klein in Lehrhaus · 28 Sep 2017

The author, Leslie, used to find great meaning in attending shul on Yom Kippur, with its emotional highs and routines, feeling a sense of doing the right thing.

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Forward Staffers Dish On Their Yom Kippur Food Cravings — What Are Yours?

Forward · 26 Sep 2017

On Yom Kippur, a day of fasting and prayer, many struggle with food cravings despite the solemnity of the occasion.

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“Like a Fleeting Dream”: U-netaneh Tokef, Dreams, and the Meaning of the High Holy Days

Oren Oppenheim in Lehrhaus · 20 Sep 2017

"U-netaneh Tokef, a central prayer of the High Holy Days attributed to Rabbi Amnon of Mainz, focuses on themes of God's judgment, human powerlessness, and the eternal nature of God. The phrase 'ki-halom yauf' ('like a fleeting dream') within the prayer emphasizes the transitory nature of life and the significance of fleeting moments. The prayer's endurance through time is linked to a legend involving a dream and hints at the impact of seemingly insignificant actions. The High Holy Days, particularly Rosh Hashanah, discourage sleeping to emphasize active introspection and repentance over passive dreaming. The prayer underscores the importance of repentance, prayer, and charity in shaping one's fate."

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“Like a Fleeting Dream”: U-netaneh Tokef, Dreams, and the Meaning of the High Holy Days

Oren Oppenheim in Lehrhaus · 20 Sep 2017

The text delves into the significance of the U-netaneh Tokef prayer in the High Holy Days liturgy, focusing on the phrase "ki-halom yauf" (like a fleeting dream) as a central theme.

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Praying to the Wrong God? An Old/New Approach to Tefillah Education

Rafi Eis in Jewish Action · 15 Sep 2017

Rafi Eis discusses the challenges in teaching tefillah (prayer) effectively in Jewish education, emphasizing the need to address not only human aspects but also the theological understanding of God, which is often neglected.

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Talking with Rabbi Binyomin Eisenberger

Jewish Action · 15 Sep 2017

Rabbi Binyomin Eisenberger and Moishe Bane discuss the challenges of prayer, emphasizing that the essence of prayer is developing a deep connection to Hashem.

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