Emes Ve-Emunah
Is Israel About to Attack Iran?
12 Jun
Tensions between Israel and Iran are escalating as reports surface about Israel's possible imminent strike on Iran's nuclear facilities. With the U.S. evacua...
12 Jun
Emes Ve-Emunah
Isolationists, Hawks, and Israel
11 Jun
The article discusses the conflict between isolationist and hawkish factions within the Trump administration regarding the approach to Iran and its nuclear a...
11 Jun
Emes Ve-Emunah
Four Antisemites Who Insist they Aren't
10 Jun
This article discusses four public figures often accused of antisemitism: Rashida Tlaib, Marjorie Taylor Greene, Zohran Mamdani, and Greta Thunberg. Each cla...
10 Jun
Emes Ve-Emunah
The Unity of All the Jewish People
9 Jun
Addressing the elusive unity among Jews, an opinion piece in the Jerusalem Post highlights the temporary cohesiveness experienced post-October 7th. The autho...
9 Jun
Emes Ve-Emunah
As Things Stand Now...
8 Jun
The article reviews the ongoing conflict between Israel and Hamas, highlighting the IDF's struggle to defeat an entrenched enemy supported by Iran. Reflectin...
8 Jun
Emes Ve-Emunah
Big Win for Orthodoxy but Not for DaasTorah
6 Jun
The recent World Zionist Organization (WZO) elections revealed a significant development within the Orthodox Jewish community. Despite Rabbi Aharon Feldman's...
6 Jun
Emes Ve-Emunah
Message from a Charedi Reader
6 Jun
A Charedi individual addresses a modern Orthodox community member in an email, expressing criticism of modern Orthodoxy and lamenting its perceived decline. ...
6 Jun
Emes Ve-Emunah
Antisemtism in America - Revisited
5 Jun
Antisemitism in America is witnessing a resurgence, raising concern about safety even in traditionally secure Jewish neighborhoods like West Rogers Park in C...
5 Jun
Emes Ve-Emunah
Insularity - a National Tragedy
4 Jun
Rav Moshe Hillel Hirsch discusses the increasingly insular stance of the Charedi community in Israel, particularly regarding military service in the IDF. Cha...
4 Jun
Emes Ve-Emunah
To Be Holy but Human
1 Jun
Rabbi Moshe Taragin's book, "To Be Holy but Human," focuses on Rabbi Yehuda Amital, a figure who straddled the realms of halachic observance and humanistic v...
1 Jun
Emes Ve-Emunah
Is Seeing - Believing?
30 May
The article reflects on the perceived unity displayed during the Daf Yomi Siyum HaShas, organized by Agudath Israel, noting the participation and celebration...
30 May
Emes Ve-Emunah
America’s Civil Religion and the First Amendment
29 May
The article explores the concept of 'America's Civil Religion' and its intersection with the First Amendment, emphasizing that the Founding Fathers intention...
29 May
Emes Ve-Emunah
Anti Zionism is Antisemitism - and Harvard
28 May
The article argues that anti-Zionism is tantamount to antisemitism and criticizes prestigious institutions like Harvard University for perpetuating this ideo...
28 May
Emes Ve-Emunah
Leaving the Fold but Staying Observant
27 May
Many Charedim in Israel are choosing to maintain religious observance while leaving the insular ultra-Orthodox lifestyle due to sociological rather than inte...
27 May
Emes Ve-Emunah
Yom Yerushalayim and Charedim in the IDF
26 May
Yom Yerushalayim, marking Israel's historic recapture of Jerusalem in 1967, often highlights a rift within the Jewish community, particularly between secular...
26 May
Emes Ve-Emunah
When Two Devoutly Religious Cultures Clash
25 May
Two devoutly religious communities in Israel, the Charedim and Religious Zionists (Dati Leumi), share a deep commitment to Torah but are divided by their vie...
25 May
Emes Ve-Emunah
It’s Heartbreaking
23 May
The tragic murders of Sarah Milgrim and Yaron Lichinsky, killed by Elias Rodriguez who falsely justified his actions through antisemitic propaganda, have spo...
23 May
Emes Ve-Emunah
Is There a Rift? Huckabee Tells It Like It Is
22 May
The article discusses the alleged rift between Trump and Netanyahu, spurred on by media narratives, particularly from anti-Trump and anti-Netanyahu voices. I...
22 May
Emes Ve-Emunah
Deep Down - Is Trump really an Antisemite?
21 May
The article tackles the controversial question of whether former President Donald Trump is antisemitic, focusing on the split perception within the Jewish co...
21 May
Emes Ve-Emunah
The State of the Jews
20 May
The debate on the future of Judaism centers around educational priorities and how they align with Jewish values and political beliefs. General Yair Golan's c...
20 May
Emes Ve-Emunah
Rabbi Eliezer Melamed on Torah and Science
19 May
Rabbi Eliezer Melamed addresses the complex relationship between Torah and science, highlighting the challenges faced by traditions in the face of modern sci...
19 May
Emes Ve-Emunah
What’s Wrong With This Picture?
18 May
Amidst the ongoing conflict in Gaza, this article critiques the narrative in mainstream media regarding the responsibilities of Israel and Hamas. The current...
18 May
Emes Ve-Emunah
Trump’s Vision for the Middle East
16 May
The article discusses predictions about Donald Trump's potential diplomatic strategies in the Middle East, particularly involving Iran and Gaza. Trump is spe...
16 May
Emes Ve-Emunah
An Oxymoron Called Progressive Judaism
15 May
The article discusses the merger of Liberal and Reform Judaism in the UK into a new denomination called Progressive Judaism. The author expresses concern tha...
15 May
Emes Ve-Emunah
Antisemitic Countries, Jews, and Rabbis
14 May
The article delves into the debate surrounding Jewish circumcision, highlighting a police raid on mohalim in Antwerp as evidence of antisemitism. The discuss...
14 May
Emes Ve-Emunah
What if Deri Makes Good on His Threat?
13 May
The article examines the escalating tensions between Charedi parties in Israel and the government over military service exemptions. Despite Prime Minister Ne...
13 May
Emes Ve-Emunah
Is Trump Still With Us?
12 May
The article examines perceptions of former President Donald Trump's shifting stance toward Israel, amidst reports of policy changes like potential recognitio...
12 May
Emes Ve-Emunah
Yeshiva University Does the Right Thing
11 May
Yeshiva University recently rescinded its recognition of the campus LGBTQ+ club, Hareni, citing a breach in the agreement that required adherence to specific...
11 May
Emes Ve-Emunah
Is He Good for the Jews?
9 May
The ascension of Bob Prevost, now Pope Leo XIV, as the leader of the Catholic Church presents both uncertainty and potential opportunity for Jewish-Catholic ...
9 May
Emes Ve-Emunah
An 'Egregious' Statement?
8 May
The article evaluates a recent statement by Hareni, a gay club at Yeshiva University (YU), questioning their objection to affirming traditional halachic stan...
8 May
Emes Ve-Emunah
Secular Studies and Saving Lives
7 May
The article discusses the misinterpretation of Rav Chaim Soloveitchik's stance on secular studies among the Charedi community, using insights from his grands...
7 May
Emes Ve-Emunah
An Empty Threat or a Foolish One.
6 May
MK Yaakov Asher's ultimatum concerning the Israeli consul to pass a new draft law for yeshiva students highlights the stark divide between Charedi communitie...
6 May
Emes Ve-Emunah
Do Rav Schachter and Rav Twersky Disagree about Hareni?
5 May
The article explores a disagreement between two prominent Orthodox Jewish leaders, Rav Hershel Schachter and Rav Mayer Twersky, concerning the formation of a...
5 May
Emes Ve-Emunah
High Time for the Doubters to Come Aboard
4 May
The article reflects on a recent missile attack near Ben-Gurion Airport, linking it to a broader discussion about the entrenched ideology of violence against...
4 May
Emes Ve-Emunah
The Absolute Power of Charedi Gedolim
2 May
The article discusses the persistent influence of Charedi Gedolim, or rabbinic leaders, in maintaining traditional practices and resisting changes in the Cha...
2 May
Emes Ve-Emunah
Will Religious Schools Finally be Given a Fair Shake?
1 May
A potentially pivotal Supreme Court case regarding the establishment of religious charter schools could significantly impact Jewish education in America. The...
1 May
Emes Ve-Emunah
Time for the Left to Abandon the 2-State Solution
30 Apr
The article argues against the viability of a two-state solution to the Israeli-Palestinian conflict, highlighting the deep-rooted antisemitism within Palest...
30 Apr
Emes Ve-Emunah
Heterodox Liberalism - Orthodox Liberalism
29 Apr
The article critiques the influence of liberalism within Jewish thought, especially when it aligns social justice closely with Judaism. It discusses Illinois...
29 Apr
Emes Ve-Emunah
Canada
28 Apr
The article discusses the alarming rise in antisemitism in Canada, citing a 970% increase, which is significantly higher than in countries like France. It at...
28 Apr
Emes Ve-Emunah
Antisemitism: A Reflection of Society’s Moral Decay
27 Apr
Rabbi Moshe Taragin's perspectives on antisemitism highlight its deep historical and moral roots, arguing that it reflects broader societal moral failings ra...
27 Apr
Emes Ve-Emunah
The Passing of Sheldon Kirshner, a True Iconoclast
25 Apr
Sheldon Kirshner was celebrated as a larger-than-life figure whose sudden passing on Pesach left a substantial void in both his family and wider community. K...
25 Apr
Emes Ve-Emunah
Liberals, Conservatives, Antisemitism, and Free Speech
24 Apr
The article examines the complex dynamics around antisemitism and free speech, particularly in academic settings, focusing on differing perspectives within t...
24 Apr
Emes Ve-Emunah
Another Orthodox Jew appointed to High Office
21 Apr
Matthew Solomson, an Orthodox Jewish scholar and adjunct professor at Yeshiva University, has been appointed as Chief Judge of the U.S. Court of Federal Clai...
21 Apr
Emes Ve-Emunah
Is This the End of Wokeism?
17 Apr
In this opinion piece, the author critiques the perceived shift in American academia towards progressive, or 'woke,' ideologies, using Harvard University as ...
17 Apr
Emes Ve-Emunah
The New Antisemitism Czar is a Lubavitcher
16 Apr
Rabbi Yehuda Kaploun, a Lubavitch Hasid, has been appointed as the U.S. government's new Special Envoy to Monitor and Combat Antisemitism, a role that has be...
16 Apr
Emes Ve-Emunah
Huckabee Confirmed Without a Single Jewish Vote
10 Apr
In a Senate confirmation vote for former Arkansas Governor Mike Huckabee as the U.S. ambassador to Israel, all Jewish Democratic senators voted against him, ...
10 Apr
Emes Ve-Emunah
Off to Israel
7 Apr
A traveler shares reflections on returning to Israel for the first time since a traumatic event on October 7th, noting their preference for EL-AL flights due...
7 Apr
Emes Ve-Emunah
The Trump Derangement Syndrome Works Both Ways
6 Apr
The article addresses the polarized reactions within the Orthodox Jewish community towards Donald Trump's policies, particularly his foreign policies regardi...
6 Apr
Emes Ve-Emunah
Could This Tragedy Have Been Prevented?
4 Apr
The tragic case of Naomi Elkins, who killed her two young children believing it would eradicate evil and bring the Messiah, underscores the importance of men...
4 Apr
Emes Ve-Emunah
What Exactly Are They Proud Of?
3 Apr
Rabbi Aryeh Lebowitz discusses the dichotomy faced by Yeshiva University (YU) in acknowledging an LGBTQ+ student club, Hareni, under the constraints of Ortho...
3 Apr