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Halacha Headlines headphones 9/28/24 – Shiur 485 – Are you allowed to take a shower on Yom Tov? | Are you allowed to give a donut to an obese person, and other fascinating shailos | Combating domestic abuse in our community 27 Sep
The episode explores the nuanced halachic issues of whether showering is permissible on Yom Tov, the ethics of giving unhealthy food to individuals at risk, ...
27 Sep
The CJN Daily with Ellin Bessner headphones 82-year-old rabbi acquitted of decades-old sex-crime accusations in Montreal 26 Sep
Rabbi Shlomo Leib Mund was acquitted of sex-crime charges dating back to the 1990s by a Quebec judge, citing inconsistencies in the victim's testimony as the...
26 Sep
Rationalist Judaism Are You Sick Of It? 25 Sep
Natan Slifkin addresses the ongoing frustration surrounding the charedi community's avoidance of IDF service amidst a critical military situation in Israel. ...
25 Sep
Moment Big Question | What Is the Allure of the Strongman? 25 Sep
Judy Klitsner, a respected educator and author, explores the complex portrayal of power in the Tanach, emphasizing the dangers of absolute authority in human...
25 Sep
Mishpacha Inbox: Issue 1030 24 Sep
The article presents a collection of reflections on various Jewish issues, from ethical dilemmas in personal commitments within the Jewish community to the i...
24 Sep
eJewishPhilanthropy A debate as old as the Bible itself 24 Sep
As tensions between Israel and Hezbollah escalate, Israel's innovative and precise assaults on Hezbollah operatives raise age-old debates in Jewish ethics an...
24 Sep
JTA Springfield, Ohio, rabbi will meet with local Haitian leaders after disparaging community 23 Sep
Rabbi Cary Kozberg, of Springfield, Ohio's Reform congregation Temple Sholom, faced backlash after making insensitive remarks about Springfield's Haitian mig...
23 Sep
Jewish Chronicle Why it’s not OK to laugh at those in who died in the Hezbollah pager attacks 23 Sep
The article discusses the recent targeted military strike against Hezbollah that resulted in the deaths of numerous terrorists, raising ethical questions wit...
23 Sep
Emes Ve-Emunah Rats, Religious Rights, and Public Health 23 Sep
New York City's new garbage collection policy, aimed at reducing rat infestations, poses a challenge to observant Jews in Crown Heights, who cannot set out t...
23 Sep
eJewishPhilanthropy It’s Climate Week — time to move your money  23 Sep
In the spirit of Climate Week, Marla Stein, an Israeli philanthropist and impact investor, emphasizes the urgent need for Jewish funders and foundations to a...
23 Sep
eJewishPhilanthropy Looking back and looking ahead: Lessons from a year of crises 23 Sep
Rachel Garbow Monroe, president and CEO of the Harry and Jeanette Weinberg Foundation, reflects on the lessons learned over a year fraught with crises affect...
23 Sep
Jewish Action Teshuvah After October 7 23 Sep
Rabbi Lawrence Kelemen reflects on a spiritual transformation within the Jewish community sparked by the events of October 7, 2023. This day marked a resurge...
23 Sep
Jewish Action Lema’an Achai V’Rei’ai: Pursuing Unity 23 Sep
Rabbi Moshe Hauer emphasizes the urgent need for unity among Jews, stressing that overcoming internal divisiveness is critical for the collective strength of...
23 Sep
Living Lchaim I was Hit By A Train & Began Going Up to Heaven - The Life Changing Experience of Ariel Berkowitz 21 Sep
Ariel Berkowitz experienced a life-altering event at 19 when he was hit by a train and consequently lost his legs. Raised in a religious Jewish household, Ar...
21 Sep
Future of Jewish How to Evaluate Media Coverage of Israel: A Guide 21 Sep
Gary Rosenblatt's essay explores the complexities and biases in media coverage of Israel, particularly in the context of conflicts with Hamas and Hezbollah. ...
21 Sep
Rationalist Judaism Is Celebrating Beep Beep Moral? 21 Sep
Natan Slifkin explores the celebration in Israel following successful military operations attributed to the Mossad/IDF, raising ethical questions about rejoi...
21 Sep
Lilith Awakening to the Other: Behind the Shofar’s Blast 20 Sep
The article delves into the profound and sometimes uncomfortable spiritual experience of listening to the shofar's blast on Rosh Hashanah. It explores the sh...
20 Sep
The Beinart Notebook Dr. Simon Fitzgerald on the Fate of Dr. Khaled Alser 20 Sep
Simon Fitzgerald, a trauma surgeon operating in Brooklyn, discusses the case of his colleague, Dr. Khaled Alser, a medical professional working in Gaza. Dr. ...
20 Sep
MomentMag The Unexpected Magic of Caring for Others with Elissa Strauss and Sarah Breger 19 Sep
In a thought-provoking discussion, Moment Editor Sarah Breger engages with Elissa Strauss, author of "When You Care: The Unexpected Magic of Caring for Other...
19 Sep
JTA The deadly pager operation in Lebanon is no laughing matter. Or is it? 19 Sep
The Israeli operation involving explosive pagers targeting Hezbollah members in Lebanon has sparked a mix of humor and ethical debate within the Jewish commu...
19 Sep
Forward Get ready for an extraordinary example of Netanyahu's wanton corruption 18 Sep
Dan Perry critiques Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu for using international trips to extend his stays at luxurious hotels at taxpayer expense, citi...
18 Sep
Forward Low-income Jews are desperate for community after Oct. 7. The High Holidays are an ideal time to welcome them 18 Sep
Following the Hamas attacks on October 7, there's been a heightened desire among economically vulnerable Jews to reconnect with Jewish life. This group faces...
18 Sep
Jewish Action Who is Buried in the Vilna Gaon’s Tomb? 18 Sep
The commemoration of the 200th yahrzeit of the Vilna Gaon highlighted discrepancies and myths surrounding his final resting place. The Gaon, a towering Jewis...
18 Sep
Jewish Action A Flash of Chesed Lighting the Night 18 Sep
In the aftermath of the Swissair Flight 111 disaster, members of the Orthodox Union (OU) demonstrated remarkable chesed (kindness) by assisting Jewish famili...
18 Sep
The Beinart Notebook My New Book 18 Sep
Peter Beinart introduces his forthcoming book, "BEING JEWISH AFTER THE DESTRUCTION OF GAZA," aiming to provoke a critical reflection within the Jewish commun...
18 Sep
Jewish Chronicle The Talmud is very clear on Oasis ticket pricing 18 Sep
The article explores the ethical concerns surrounding the dynamic pricing of Oasis reunion concert tickets through the lens of Jewish moral teachings. It jux...
18 Sep
18forty Why Developing a Healthy Body Image is Part of Teshuva 18 Sep
Sruli Fruchter explores the intersection of body image and the Jewish spiritual practice of teshuva, arguing that developing a healthy self-image is an impor...
18 Sep
Forward Jews are commanded to love the convert. What about the immigrant? 17 Sep
Rabbi Avi Shafran reflects on the Jewish imperative to love the convert and its implications for the treatment of immigrants, critiquing American xenophobia....
17 Sep
JTA 23andMe agrees to $30M settlement over data breach that targeted Jewish and Chinese users 17 Sep
23andMe, a leading genetic testing company, has agreed to a $30 million settlement following a significant data breach that targeted customers of Ashkenazi J...
17 Sep
Mishpacha Introducing… Project Cheshbon 17 Sep
Project Cheshbon is an initiative that emphasizes the importance of personal introspection during the Jewish month of Elul, encouraging individuals to engage...
17 Sep
Rationalist Judaism Beep Beep 17 Sep
In this article, Natan Slifkin humorously recounts an unexpected incident where Hezbollah militants were attacked through their pagers, leading to significan...
17 Sep
eJewishPhilanthropy Even in Israel’s darkest hours, Jewish values demand that global compassion endures 17 Sep
Following the crisis of October 7, the prioritization of Jewish philanthropic support towards Israel has unintentionally led to a decline in funding for Jewi...
17 Sep
Mishpacha Dear Student 16 Sep
In this heartfelt letter, a teacher reflects on a profound classroom moment when a student, unbeknownst to her, reveals the loss of an older brother years ag...
16 Sep
Mishpacha Safe and Sound 16 Sep
Cindy Scarr provides parents with a detailed guide on selecting safe and essential baby gear, particularly car seats. She highlights the importance of choosi...
16 Sep
Israel: State of a Nation Hamas Propaganda is Really, Really Good 16 Sep
This video features Yasmin Magal discussing the capture of her cousin, Omer Neutra, by Hamas terrorists on October 7. She speaks with Eylon Levy about the mo...
16 Sep
Emes Ve-Emunah The Hostages and the War: What Should Israel Do? 15 Sep
Facing a complex situation in Gaza, the article explores the moral implications and strategic options for Israel regarding hostages held by Hamas. It highlig...
15 Sep
Moment The Unexpected Magic of Caring for Others with Elissa Strauss and Sarah Breger 15 Sep
Elissa Strauss joins Sarah Breger in a discussion about the transformative impact of caregiving, inspired by Strauss's book 'When You Care: The Unexpected Ma...
15 Sep
Jewish Chronicle Parashah of the week: Ki Tetzei 13 Sep
Focusing on Deuteronomy 23:25 from Parashat Ki Tetzei, Rabbi Silverstein explores the balance between generosity and healthy boundaries in society. The verse...
13 Sep
Halacha Headlines headphones 9/14/24 – Shiur 483 – Do women have a Yeitzer Hara? Does Shmiras Einayim also apply to girls and women? Or, is it only a male problem? 13 Sep
The episode explores whether the concept of 'Shemiras Einayim' (guarding one's eyes) applies to women as it does to men and delves into varying perspectives ...
13 Sep
Living Lchaim The Hidden Cost of Success 10 Sep
Dr. John Delony delves into the often unspoken challenges of success in this episode, addressing the isolation and mental health difficulties experienced by ...
10 Sep
Mishpacha The 3 T’s: Teshuvah, Tefillah, Tzedakah 10 Sep
Cindy Scarr addresses questions related to personal challenges faced during the Jewish month of Elul, a time focused on introspection and repentance. The art...
10 Sep
Mishpacha Parshas Ki Seitzei: Spot It!  10 Sep
Cindy Scarr explores the spiritual and ethical lessons in Parashat Ki Seitzei, emphasizing the importance of truly seeing and acting upon the needs of others...
10 Sep
Chabad.org Hamas stole my son, not my SOUL!” Father of Israeli hostage sends strong message to the world 10 Sep
Amid the harrowing backdrop of his son, Eitan Mor, being captured by Hamas on October 7th, a father delivers a poignant message characterized by unwavering f...
10 Sep
The Beinart Notebook Dr. Simon Fitzgerald on the Fate of Dr. Khaled Alser 10 Sep
Simon Fitzgerald, a trauma surgeon based in Brooklyn, will discuss the situation of Dr. Khaled Alser, a colleague who has been involved in telemedicine servi...
10 Sep
Forward How a California wildfire put an Orthodox school's values to the test 10 Sep
When a wildfire threatened Shalhevet High School's retreat in the San Bernardino Mountains, faculty faced a challenge to their Orthodox Jewish values by need...
10 Sep
Mishpacha When Work Goes Toxic 9 Sep
The narrative explores the experiences of three women navigating toxic workplaces, focusing particularly on one woman's transition from aspiring exercise ins...
9 Sep
Mishpacha Uncharted Waters 9 Sep
After a divorce, a mother of four navigates the tumultuous waters of single parenthood, coping with the challenges of maintaining a household while addressin...
9 Sep
Mishpacha Survey Says…   9 Sep
Cindy Scarr humorously highlights the overwhelming frequency of customer feedback surveys in her daily life, illustrating the absurdity of constant requests ...
9 Sep
Israel: State of a Nation Hadar's mother Leah has a message for everyone who wants to help her bring her son home. 8 Sep
Leah Goldin, mother of the fallen Israeli soldier Hadar Goldin, shares an emotional appeal to bring her son's body back from Gaza, where it is being held by ...
8 Sep
Forward An American activist was shot dead in the West Bank — advocating for peace has never been more deadly 6 Sep
Aysenur Ezgi Eygi, an American-Turkish activist, was tragically shot and killed in Beita, West Bank, while observing a protest against settler expansion. The...
6 Sep