JL;DR

Daily Podcasts Video Research

for Sunday, September 8, 2024

Jewish Law ›

0 Jewish Law Philosophy

A cutting question: why do we circumcise?

Jewish Chronicle

Rabbi Elihu Gevirtz explores the deep spiritual significance of the Jewish rite of circumcision, brit milah, in his new book "Sacred Insignia."

Politics ›

0 Politics Antisemitism

Campuses are banning discrimination against Zionists. That's good news for the pro-Palestinian camp

Nadav Ziv in Forward

Colleges and universities, like NYU and the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, are implementing new policies to prevent discrimination against Zionists, recognizing an overlap between anti-Zionism and antisemitism.

0 Politics Israel

How Hamas Manipulates Our Pain to Destroy Israel From Within

Zach Ross in Future of Jewish

Zach Ross argues that Hamas, supported by Iran, cleverly exploits divisions within Israeli society and the broader world to undermine Israel from within.

0 Politics Antisemitism

The last debate changed history. Here's what Jews should watch for in the next

Lauren Markoe in Forward

As the political landscape tightens ahead of the upcoming presidential debate between Kamala Harris and Donald Trump, Jewish voters are particularly attuned to discussions on Israel and antisemitism.

0 Politics History

11 Facts That Will Change the Way You See Israel

Joshua Hoffman in Future of Jewish

Joshua Hoffman's article presents a series of assertions aimed at reframing the typical narratives surrounding Israel and Palestinian history.

0 Politics Israel

Speaking to Jewish Republicans, parents of Omer Neutra say politicians are failing to bring the hostages home

Luke Tress in JTA

At the Republican Jewish Coalition's convention, the parents of Omer Neutra, a 19-year-old American-Israeli hostage held by Hamas, implored political leaders to expedite a deal for his and other hostages' release, criticizing perceived complacency among politicians.

0 Politics History

Losing is the risk you take when you start a war.

Nachum Kaplan in Future of Jewish

Nachum Kaplan critiques the Palestinian narrative surrounding the Israeli-Palestinian conflict, arguing that Palestinian leaders have consistently avoided accountability for the outcomes of wars and conflicts initiated against Israel, leading to their ongoing plight.

Antisemitism ›

0 Antisemitism Politics

Pakistani national charged in plot to kill Jews in New York City

Lauren Markoe in Forward

Pakistani national Muhammad Shahzeb Khan has been charged with plotting to commit a mass shooting aimed at Jews in New York City, allegedly planning the attack for October—timing related to Hamas's assault anniversary and Yom Kippur.

Communities ›

0 Communities Culture

Der Nister, the hidden shul on the 14th floor

Zach Golden in Forward

Der Nister, the hidden synagogue on the 14th floor of a Downtown LA building, is a unique blend of cultural center and religious space, founded by Rabbis Zach Golden and Henry Hollander.

0 Communities Politics

Amir Tibon, Israeli journalist and Oct. 7 survivor, on life, hope and betrayal after the massacre

Ben Sales in JTA

Amir Tibon, an Israeli journalist and survivor of the October 7 Hamas attack, shares his experiences and reflections on the tragic events from his home at Kibbutz Nahal Oz on the Gaza border.

Culture ›

0 Culture Antisemitism

Candace Owens criticized the Lubavitcher Rebbe. His fans quickly clapped back.

Andrew Lapin in JTA

Candace Owens, a far-right commentator, recently made inflammatory remarks about Rabbi Menachem Mendel Schneerson, the Lubavitcher Rebbe, accusing him of preaching Jewish supremacy.