Emes Ve-Emunah
The United States, Israel, and Christian Nationalism
11 Jan
Jonathan Rosenblum's latest column in Mishpacha magazine critically analyzes the rise of Christian nationalism and its dangerous interplay with neo-antisemit...
11 Jan
Emes Ve-Emunah
Is it Over for Iran?
9 Jan
The article discusses the current political unrest in Iran, likening it to the largest uprising since the 1979 Islamic Revolution. It highlights the oppressi...
9 Jan
Emes Ve-Emunah
The Trouble With Vance
8 Jan
The article discusses Tucker Carlson's continued antisemitism and his platforming of figures like Holocaust revisionist Ian Carroll. However, the focus shift...
8 Jan
Emes Ve-Emunah
Whose Fault is it Really?
7 Jan
The article explores the tragic death of 14-year-old Yosef Eizental, who was killed by a bus during a Charedi protest against the IDF draft in Jerusalem. The...
7 Jan
Emes Ve-Emunah
Is Iran Now in Trump's Crosshairs?
6 Jan
Amid escalating global tensions, Secretary of State Marco Rubio's comments have highlighted a growing U.S. focus on Iran, evoking parallels with actions take...
6 Jan
Emes Ve-Emunah
Judging a Leader by Character Alone
5 Jan
The article critiques the tendency to judge political leaders solely by their character, using Donald Trump as a case study. Despite initial apprehensions ab...
5 Jan
Emes Ve-Emunah
Nicolás Maduro, the US, and Israel
4 Jan
The article discusses the resurgence of U.S. military strength, challenging the idea of America as a 'paper tiger' with the recent successful operation again...
4 Jan
Emes Ve-Emunah
The Myopic Charedi View of Daas Torah
2 Jan
The article addresses the Charedi community's adherence to 'Daas Torah,' which dictates unquestioning obedience to Torah sages. This approach has recently be...
2 Jan
Emes Ve-Emunah
The Cost of Belonging
1 Jan
Rising living costs have become a major concern in 2025, profoundly impacting Jewish communities, particularly in New York City and across the United States....
1 Jan
Emes Ve-Emunah
How Bad is Antisemitism, Really?
31 Dec 2025
The article explores the current state of antisemitism in America, acknowledging a growing influence of antisemitic voices on both the political right and le...
31 Dec 2025
Emes Ve-Emunah
Marshall Fisher, OBM
30 Dec 2025
The piece reflects on the life of Marshall Fisher, a baal teshuvah, highlighting his spiritual journey and dedication to Judaism despite not being raised in ...
30 Dec 2025
Emes Ve-Emunah
Rabbi Feldman's Daas Torah
29 Dec 2025
In a controversial lecture in Ramat Beit Shemesh, Rabbi Feldman, a Rosh Yeshiva from Ner Israel, discouraged enlistment in the IDF among Charedim, suggesting...
29 Dec 2025
Emes Ve-Emunah
The Modern World - Insularity or Exposure?
28 Dec 2025
The piece examines the growing insularity in certain segments of the Jewish community, focusing on Chassidic enclaves like New Square and Kiryas Joel, which ...
28 Dec 2025
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Is Jewish Unity Even Possible Anymore?
26 Dec 2025
The article discusses the enduring challenge of achieving unity among different Jewish communities, despite profound theological and ideological differences....
26 Dec 2025
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The Demise of Solomon Schechter Schools
25 Dec 2025
The closure of New York City's Solomon Schechter schools, with the last rebranded as Queens Hebrew Academy, signifies a milestone in the decline of Conservat...
25 Dec 2025
Emes Ve-Emunah
A Turning Point for Conservatives?
24 Dec 2025
Ben Shapiro's condemnation of antisemitic sentiments among conservative figures during a Turning Point USA (TPUSA) event highlights a worrying shift in parts...
24 Dec 2025
Emes Ve-Emunah
Looks Can Be Deceiving. Are They Here?
23 Dec 2025
The article discusses concerns regarding the rising acceptability of left-wing antisemitism in American culture, exemplified by the election of New York City...
23 Dec 2025
Emes Ve-Emunah
America, Antisemitism, and J.D. Vance
22 Dec 2025
This reflective piece discusses the historically positive integration of Jewish communities in America, influenced by the nation's founding principles and th...
22 Dec 2025
Emes Ve-Emunah
Justice Delayed - is Still Justice
21 Dec 2025
Sam Kellner reflects on the progress made within Orthodox Jewish communities regarding the reporting and handling of sexual abuse cases. Historically, such a...
21 Dec 2025
Emes Ve-Emunah
If You can Beat 'em - join 'em?!
19 Dec 2025
The Conservative Jewish movement, grappling with high intermarriage rates and a decline in Jewish identity among non-Orthodox Jews, has issued a formal apolo...
19 Dec 2025
Emes Ve-Emunah
Shifting Jewish Support for Israel
18 Dec 2025
American Jewish support for Israel is showing a significant generational shift as highlighted by Conservative Rabbi Elliot Cosgrove. At the American Zionist ...
18 Dec 2025
Emes Ve-Emunah
The Globalization of the Intifada
16 Dec 2025
Rabbi Warren Goldstein, Chief Rabbi of South Africa, provides context for recent acts of antisemitic violence, such as those witnessed in Sydney, Australia. ...
16 Dec 2025
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“If I Forget Thee, O Jerusalem”
15 Dec 2025
Rabbi Ammiel Hirsch examines the intrinsic connection between Judaism and the Land of Israel, emphasizing the spiritual and historical significance of Jerusa...
15 Dec 2025
Emes Ve-Emunah
When Life Hands You Lemons, You Make Lemonade
14 Dec 2025
In the aftermath of a horrific terrorist attack in Australia targeting the Jewish community during Chanukah, the author reflects on the devastating impact on...
14 Dec 2025
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An Orthodox Perspective on Antisemitism
12 Dec 2025
The article explores the Orthodox Jewish perspective on the rise of antisemitism in the U.S., particularly in the context of political tensions between left ...
12 Dec 2025
Emes Ve-Emunah
Mamadani and Jewish New York
11 Dec 2025
As New York welcomes Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani, discussions arise about his anti-Zionist rhetoric and its potential impact on the Jewish community. While Ma...
11 Dec 2025
Emes Ve-Emunah
A Sea Change in the Mainstream Media
10 Dec 2025
The article discusses the perceived anti-Israel bias in mainstream media, particularly focusing on CBS's coverage of the Gaza conflict. It criticizes CBS for...
10 Dec 2025
Emes Ve-Emunah
Unity, Yes. But Not at Any Price
9 Dec 2025
Rabbi Elliot Cosgrove is a Conservative rabbi known for his observant lifestyle, which aligns closely with Modern Orthodox practices, and his leadership in p...
9 Dec 2025
Emes Ve-Emunah
Christian Support for Israel
8 Dec 2025
There is concern about decreasing Christian support for Israel, particularly among younger Christians who are moving away from traditional evangelical doctri...
8 Dec 2025
Emes Ve-Emunah
An Unsatisfying Response from the Vice-President
5 Dec 2025
The article critiques Vice-President JD Vance's response to the rise of antisemitism within the Republican Party, particularly among its younger members who ...
5 Dec 2025
Emes Ve-Emunah
Fighting Antisemitism by Visiting Auschwitz
4 Dec 2025
Amid growing antisemitism, exacerbated by Middle Eastern conflicts and biased media narratives, educational trips to Holocaust sites are highlighted as a pot...
4 Dec 2025
Emes Ve-Emunah
Zevi Eckhuas and Michele Weiss
3 Dec 2025
Two recent stories highlight the concept of Kiddush HaShem, sanctifying God's name, through the accomplishments of Orthodox Jews in secular spheres. Zevi Eck...
3 Dec 2025
Emes Ve-Emunah
Israel's Other Existential Crisis
2 Dec 2025
Economist Dan Ben-David highlights Israel's looming existential threat from within, focusing on the Charedi educational system's lack of secular curriculum. ...
2 Dec 2025
Emes Ve-Emunah
Compromise - the Art of Peaceful Coexistence
1 Dec 2025
Debates intensify over a proposed Israeli legislation that would grant permanent IDF draft exemptions to Charedi men engaged in Torah study. This exemption u...
1 Dec 2025
Emes Ve-Emunah
MAGA's White Christian Nationalists
30 Nov 2025
The article discusses the growing influence of white Christian nationalists within the MAGA movement, highlighting their antisemitic views and their rejectio...
30 Nov 2025
Emes Ve-Emunah
The City That Used to Work
28 Nov 2025
The article reflects on Chicago's shifting strategies in crime control from the era of Mayor Richard J. Daley to the current administration under Mayor Brand...
28 Nov 2025
Emes Ve-Emunah
Showing Gratitude When and Where It is Due
27 Nov 2025
Rabbi Meir Soloveichik delves into the significance of the Judeo-Christian ethic in American history, particularly highlighting the Thanksgiving holiday as a...
27 Nov 2025
Emes Ve-Emunah
Mamdani’s Jewish Problem
26 Nov 2025
Zohran Mamdani's election as New York City's mayor has sparked concern within its Jewish community, given his strong anti-Israel views and support for BDS, i...
26 Nov 2025
Emes Ve-Emunah
The ‘Queering’ of the Non-Orthodox Rabbinate
25 Nov 2025
A discussion on the increasing presence of LGBTQ+ individuals in the non-Orthodox rabbinate and its implications for the Jewish community. The author reflect...
25 Nov 2025
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The Absolute Evil of Misplaced Compassion
24 Nov 2025
This opinion piece critiques the misguided compassion shown to convicted child sex offender Nechemya Weberman by some members of the Orthodox Jewish communit...
24 Nov 2025
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The Judeo-Christian Values of America
23 Nov 2025
The article explores the concept of "Judeo-Christian values" as a foundational element of American ethics, tracing its roots back to the nation's founding an...
23 Nov 2025
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Rabbi Jonathan Sacks, ZTL - Reflections on His Fifth Yahrzeit
21 Nov 2025
Marking the fifth yahrzeit of Rabbi Jonathan Sacks, Paul Shaviv offers a profound tribute to a man regarded as a leading modern Jewish thinker. Celebrated fo...
21 Nov 2025
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Glorified Drinking in the Orthodox World
20 Nov 2025
Rabbi Yaakov Bender discusses a troubling trend of social drinking and alcohol abuse within the Orthodox Jewish community. Despite teetotalers like himself b...
20 Nov 2025
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Green Lighting a Charedi Draft Bill
19 Nov 2025
In light of the ongoing debate over drafting Charedim into the IDF, this piece discusses the potential compromise bill currently under consideration in the K...
19 Nov 2025
Emes Ve-Emunah
Groypers - Making Antisemitism Great Again
18 Nov 2025
The article explores the disturbing rise of antisemitism within certain segments of American conservatism, focusing on the influence of figures like Nick Fue...
18 Nov 2025
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Zero Tolerance for Religious Extremists
17 Nov 2025
Religious extremism, particularly among a minority of settlers in Israel's West Bank, poses a greater existential threat to the state than external terrorist...
17 Nov 2025
Emes Ve-Emunah
Admiring Charedim with Faint Praise
16 Nov 2025
The article reflects on Rabbi Yisroel Motzen's attempt to defuse tension between Charedim and other Israelis by highlighting positive aspects of Charedi cult...
16 Nov 2025
Emes Ve-Emunah
If Everyone Just Sits and Learns...
14 Nov 2025
Rav Aharon Feldman explores the polarities within the Jewish community, intensified by recent conflicts in Israel. He highlights both the positive increase i...
14 Nov 2025
Emes Ve-Emunah
What Does It Mean to Be Modern Orthodox?
13 Nov 2025
Modern Orthodoxy, as defined in this article, emphasizes adherence to Halacha while engaging with the secular world. It is differentiated from Charedi Judais...
13 Nov 2025
Emes Ve-Emunah
The Future of Jews in America
12 Nov 2025
The future of Jewish life and Israel support in the U.S. is experiencing shifts, as partisan lines blur and antisemitic sentiments rise on both extremes of t...
12 Nov 2025