Sapir Education 1 Dec 2023
The digital age has revolutionized Jewish education by providing unprecedented access to texts through websites, digital publications, videos, podcasts, and ...
1 Dec 2023
Sapir Technology: The Experience 1 Dec 2023
This special section explores the impact of technology on Jewish life. The essays discuss various aspects, including synagogue life, education, social media,...
1 Dec 2023
Sapir Three Golems I Have Known 1 Dec 2023
The article discusses the concept of the golem in Jewish tradition and literature. The golem is a creature that represents the boundaries of intelligence, hu...
1 Dec 2023
Sapir End of Life 1 Dec 2023
The article discusses the impact of new technologies on end-of-life practices and raises important ethical and theological questions for the Jewish community...
1 Dec 2023
Sapir The Talmudic Cure for Our Technology Sickness 1 Dec 2023
The article explores the trade-off that comes with the advancement of technology. While technology enriches our lives, it also takes away certain abilities. ...
1 Dec 2023
Sapir Shabbat 1 Dec 2023
The author discusses the impact of new technologies, particularly artificial intelligence (AI), on human thinking and Judaism. They express optimism about th...
1 Dec 2023
Sapir Jews and the Metaverse 1 Dec 2023
The article discusses the potential harms and challenges that the metaverse, an embodied form of the internet, presents. The metaverse allows people to navig...
1 Dec 2023
Sapir Jewish Ethics in an Age of Autonomous Warfare 1 Dec 2023
This text discusses the ethical implications of autonomous warfare in the context of Jewish ethics. It presents a hypothetical scenario where a leader has th...
1 Dec 2023
Sapir Anti-Zionist Committees of the American Public 1 Dec 2023
The text discusses the phenomenon of Jewish anti-Zionism and activism against Israel, particularly focusing on the Soviet Union and the United States. It sta...
1 Dec 2023
Sapir Lincoln’s Lost Lecture: Can Democracy Survive Technology? 1 Dec 2023
Abraham Lincoln's Lecture on Discoveries and Inventions sheds light on his philosophical perspective and concerns about democratic institutions and technolog...
1 Dec 2023
Sapir Chabad 1 Dec 2023
The article discusses the role of Chabad in harnessing technology for positive purposes in the Jewish community. It traces the origins of Chabad's digital pr...
1 Dec 2023
Sapir A Maimonides for the Age of AI 1 Dec 2023
The article discusses the role of Judaism in providing a conceptual and ethical framework to guide humanity through technological changes. It draws parallels...
1 Dec 2023
Sapir Judaism at the Speed of Technological Change 1 Dec 2023
The rapid pace of technological change brought about by AI and other emerging technologies has created a sense of anxiety and concern in the public. This lag...
1 Dec 2023
Sapir China and the Future of the U.S.-Israel Alliance 1 Dec 2023
The article discusses the future of the U.S.-Israel alliance in the context of the U.S.-China rivalry. While the U.S. responded to Hamas' attack on Israel wi...
1 Dec 2023
Sapir Diary of an IDF Soldier: Part V 1 Dec 2023
In "Diary of an IDF Soldier: Part V," the author reflects on the routine nature of war and the challenges of maintaining focus amidst the ongoing conflict. T...
1 Dec 2023
Sapir Day Schools 1 Dec 2023
The article discusses the challenges of addressing technology and social media in a Jewish educational setting. The author recounts an unsuccessful attempt t...
1 Dec 2023
Sapir On Summer Camp 1 Dec 2023
Jewish summer camps offer a valuable opportunity for children and adolescents to disconnect from technology and form meaningful connections in a screen-free ...
1 Dec 2023
Sapir Israel’s Snowden Moment 1 Dec 2023
This article discusses the use of Israeli spyware called Pegasus, created by the tech company NSO, which allows remote access to mobile devices and can colle...
1 Dec 2023
Sapir Jewish Technophobia: An Old Story 1 Dec 2023
In 2023, 25 Haredi rabbis banned the use of AI chatbots, claiming that they contain heresy and dangers. This ban follows previous bans on the internet in the...
1 Dec 2023
Sapir The Synagogue 1 Dec 2023
The text discusses how Jewish institutions, particularly synagogues, have undergone significant changes in the digital age. The internet has transformed the ...
1 Dec 2023
Sapir The Road to a Second Kristallnacht 1 Nov 2023
In this opinion piece, the author reflects on the parallels between the current treatment of Israel and the events leading up to Kristallnacht, the pogrom ag...
1 Nov 2023
Sapir Diary of an IDF Soldier: Part II 1 Nov 2023
The author describes their experiences as an IDF soldier during war, highlighting moments of boredom, busywork, and high stress. They recount a scene where s...
1 Nov 2023
Sapir New Priorities for American Jews 1 Nov 2023
The American Jewish community is facing a reckoning with elite universities, as recent events have highlighted the rise of antisemitic ideas on campuses. Stu...
1 Nov 2023
Sapir Diary of an IDF Soldier: Part III 1 Nov 2023
In this series of diary entries from an IDF soldier, the author reflects on the ongoing conflict and the toll it takes on both the soldiers and the nation. T...
1 Nov 2023
Sapir SJP Still Deserves Freedom of Speech 1 Nov 2023
In this article, the authors argue that while they condemn the expressions of Students for Justice in Palestine (SJP) chapters that support Hamas and engage ...
1 Nov 2023
Sapir The War Against the Jews 1 Nov 2023
The article discusses the emergence of a global antisemitic movement that has arisen alongside the recent conflict between Israel and Hamas. The author argue...
1 Nov 2023
Sapir In the Face of Antisemitism, Neutrality Is a Sin 1 Nov 2023
The author discusses the rise of antisemitism and the targeting of Israel in contemporary times. They argue that Hamas deliberately puts innocent Palestinian...
1 Nov 2023
Sapir ‘The Palestinian Problem Is a Religious Problem’ 1 Nov 2023
The author argues that the Palestinian problem is primarily a religious problem, specifically stemming from a jihadist interpretation of Islam. The recent Ha...
1 Nov 2023
Sapir To Jewish College Students Who Are Scared 1 Nov 2023
In this heartfelt letter, the author addresses Jewish college students who are feeling scared and isolated on their campuses. They discuss how organizations ...
1 Nov 2023
Sapir Our Soviet Jewry Moment: Bring Them Home — Now 1 Nov 2023
This article describes a rally in Washington, D.C. to demand the release of 240 hostages, including Hersh Goldberg-Polin, who were abducted by Hamas. The fam...
1 Nov 2023
Sapir Jewish Community Relations and the October 8th Jew 1 Nov 2023
In this article, the author discusses the need for a new approach to Jewish community relations in light of the rise of left-wing antisemitism. They argue th...
1 Nov 2023
Sapir How Israel Can Respond Ethically to Hamas 1 Nov 2023
The text discusses the ethical dilemma faced by Israel in how to respond to Hamas' actions while still adhering to military ethics. It emphasizes the princip...
1 Nov 2023
Sapir SJP Does Not Belong on Campus 1 Nov 2023
The article discusses the presence of Students for Justice in Palestine (SJP) on university campuses and argues that their activities often border on antisem...
1 Nov 2023
Sapir Our Captive Heritage 1 Nov 2023
The author discusses the Jewish tradition of redeeming captives and applies it to the current situation with the hostages in the underground tunnels of Hamas...
1 Nov 2023
Sapir The Day After 1 Nov 2023
This article discusses the complexities and challenges of the Israel-Hamas war and explores what the "day after" the war could look like. It emphasizes that ...
1 Nov 2023
Sapir That Pain You’re Feeling Is Peoplehood 1 Nov 2023
The author reflects on the October 7 massacres in Israel and the pain it caused for the Jewish people. They turn to a teaching by Rabbi Joseph Soloveitchik a...
1 Nov 2023
Sapir A Portrait of Nahal Oz, Before October 7 1 Nov 2023
The author describes their experience living in Kibbutz Nahal Oz, a community on Israel's border with Gaza. Despite the challenges of living in a frequently ...
1 Nov 2023
Sapir Diary of an IDF Soldier: Part IV 1 Nov 2023
In this fourth installment of the Diary of an IDF Soldier series, the author discusses tactics used by Hamas in the conflict and the Israeli military's persp...
1 Nov 2023
Sapir ‘We Are Alone’: Reflections on the Jewish-American Response to October 7 1 Oct 2023
The article discusses the Jewish-American response to the October 7th massacres, particularly focusing on the reaction of Joshua Leifer, a contributing edito...
1 Oct 2023
Sapir What It’s Like To Be a Jewish Student at Columbia Today 1 Oct 2023
The author describes their experience as a Jewish student at Columbia University. They recount attending a large Shabbat dinner and feeling joy in their fait...
1 Oct 2023
Sapir What’s Happened to Harvard? 1 Oct 2023
The author reflects on the tragic situation of a young Israeli trapped by Hamas, who sends a heartbreaking message to his family expressing love and sorrow. ...
1 Oct 2023
Sapir Note from the Editors: War in Israel 1 Oct 2023
The editor's note acknowledges the ongoing threats to Israel and the Jewish people and prays for the safety of the soldiers and civilians. They highlight the...
1 Oct 2023
Sapir Diary of an IDF Soldier: Part I 1 Oct 2023
Yoni Heilman, an American oleh (immigrant) and CEO of the TAMID Group, shares his experiences as an IDF soldier during the war against Hamas in his near-dail...
1 Oct 2023
Sapir Wisdom in the Face of Destruction 1 Oct 2023
In the face of the destruction in Gaza, it is important to remember the lessons of the Torah and the wisdom it imparts. The Torah acknowledges the reality of...
1 Oct 2023
Sapir Hamas’s Apologists and the Assault on Reason 1 Oct 2023
The article discusses the incoherence and distortions often found in pro-Palestinian, anti-Israel rhetoric. It highlights the contradictions and inconsistenc...
1 Oct 2023
Sapir They Are Doing Their Part — Are You? 1 Oct 2023
This text emphasizes the importance of standing with Israel in the ongoing conflict, stating that the war between good and evil is a global war and Israel is...
1 Oct 2023
Sapir Israel and the Islamic Republic of Iran 1 Oct 2023
In a Sapir event, Bret Stephens interviews Reuel Marc Gerecht about the recent attacks by Hamas and the broader confrontation between Israel and Iran. Gerech...
1 Oct 2023
Sapir The Easy Politics of Criticizing Israel 1 Oct 2023
The author criticizes international observers, both friendly and unfriendly to Israel, for offering unsolicited military advice during conflicts. They argue ...
1 Oct 2023
Sapir Censorship Is Not a Jewish Value 1 Aug 2023
The article discusses the issue of censorship and antisemitism in literature. It begins by highlighting the antisemitic views of Roald Dahl, the author of po...
1 Aug 2023
Sapir New York’s New Untouchables 1 Aug 2023
The author reflects on the discrimination faced by Orthodox Jews in New York City. They highlight government actions that undermine religious life and instit...
1 Aug 2023