JL;DR

Daily Podcasts Video Research

for Monday, October 14, 2024

Communities ›

0 Communities Jewish Law

Unseen but essential: the case for investing in chevra kadisha leaders

eJewishPhilanthropy

The role of chevra kadisha, groups caring for the deceased within Jewish tradition, has gained attention due to recent societal shifts in how death is discussed.

0 Communities Politics

The Brother I Never Knew: Soul Sisters

Cindy Scarr in Mishpacha

In the aftermath of the tragic events of October 7, new relationships formed between Shelly Shem-Tov, a secular Jewish mother, and Margalit Peretz from the chareidi community, exemplify how adversity can foster unexpected unity.

0 Communities Ethics

The Brother I Never Knew: One Heart

Cindy Scarr in Mishpacha

In the aftermath of a tragedy on October 7, the Young Israel of Woodmere, led by Rabbi Shay Schachter, fostered profound connections with a moshav in Israel.

0 Communities Torah

Everyone’s Shtiebel

Cindy Scarr in Mishpacha

In memory of Mordy Greeness, a small group of his friends established a shtiebel that has blossomed into a vibrant community center dedicated to Torah and non-judgmental love for fellow Jews.

0 Communities Culture

Cindy Scarr in Mishpacha

Gershon, a hopeful investor, anxiously heads to a sheriff's sale to bid on a property in Newark, despite heavy traffic and nervousness about the outcome.

0 Communities History

Historic Prague synagogue used on Yom Kippur for the first time since the Holocaust

Shira Li Bartov in JTA

After more than 80 years, Prague's Klausen Synagogue hosted a Yom Kippur service, marking a significant revival of Jewish life in the city.

Politics ›

0 Politics Israel

US to send troops to Israel as Hezbollah ramps up its attack

Ben Sales in Forward

US troops are being deployed to Israel to operate an advanced missile defense system, THAAD, as tensions escalate with Iran and its ally, Hezbollah.

0 Politics Israel

US to send troops to Israel to protect against Iranian attack

Ben Sales in JTA

In response to escalating tensions with Iran and ongoing regional conflicts, the United States is deploying troops to Israel to operate the Terminal High Altitude Area Defense (THAAD) system.

0 Politics Israel

The UN's All-Out War With Israel

Joshua Hoffman in Future of Jewish

The article by Joshua Hoffman delves into the longstanding and contentious relationship between Israel and the United Nations, focusing on the recent criticisms of Israel's actions against Hezbollah in southern Lebanon.

0 Politics Communities

In final stretch, Harris and Trump intensify outreach to Jewish voters in key swing states

Jacob Kornbluh in Forward

In the final weeks of the 2024 election campaign, Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Donald Trump intensify their appeals to Jewish voters in critical swing states such as Pennsylvania and Arizona, recognizing the community's potential to influence the close race.

0 Politics Israel

Media Bias? You Bet!

Emes Ve-Emunah

The piece criticizes the perceived anti-Israel bias in both the United Nations and mainstream media reporting, particularly in relation to conflicts involving Israel and Hezbollah.

0 Politics Israel

Israel’s red-blue line: Why is the Litani River so crucial in the war against Hezbollah?

Lahav Harkov in Jewish Insider

The Litani River is pivotal in the geopolitical conflict between Israel and Hezbollah, functioning as both a physical and diplomatic boundary.

0 Politics Israel

The 9 Most Absurd Arguments Against Israel

Joshua Hoffman in Future of Jewish

Joshua Hoffman critically addresses various common arguments against Israel, using a sarcastic tone to highlight their perceived absurdity.

Antisemitism ›

0 Antisemitism Politics

Heritage Foundation struggles to find partners in fight against antisemitism

Gabby Deutch in Jewish Insider

The Heritage Foundation's launch of Project Esther, a conservative initiative against antisemitism, faces criticism due to its exclusion of Jewish groups and lack of focus on right-wing antisemitism.

Holidays ›

0 Holidays History

A Nation United

Cindy Scarr in Mishpacha

Cindy Scarr's article captures the vibrancy and historical significance of the ancient Jewish mitzvah of Hakhel.

Israel ›

0 Israel Communities

Borderline Change

Cindy Scarr in Mishpacha

One year after the tragic Hamas attack on Israel's Gaza border kibbutzim, author Cindy Scarr explores the profound and complex aftermath of this event, questioning whether it has sparked a change in Israeli society and Jewish identity.

Ethics ›

0 Ethics Holidays

“My Husband Gets Very Tense During the Yom Tov Season”

Cindy Scarr in Mishpacha

Many experience heightened stress during the Yom Tov season due to the additional expenses, responsibilities, and changes to routine.

Culture ›

0 Culture History

From snout to tail, a 3,000-year history of Jews and the pig

Andrew Silow-Carroll in JTA

Jordan D. Rosenblum's book, "Forbidden: A 3,000-Year History of Jews and the Pig," delves into the complex and symbolic relationship between Jews and pigs.

0 Culture Politics

E. Rafael Jacob Perez in New Voices

E. Rafael Jacob Perez reflects on the emotional weight and divisiveness experienced during the past year, coinciding with the High Holidays, and the conflict in Israel, Palestine, and Lebanon.