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Emes Ve-Emunah Such Chutzpah! ...and They Don’t Even Realize It! 7 Aug 2025
Amidst ongoing tensions in Israel, the Charedi community in Israel is focusing on what they perceive as a 'war against Torah,' rather than the physical confl...
7 Aug 2025
Emes Ve-Emunah Is Adversity the Key to Greater Observance? 6 Aug 2025
The article explores whether adversity, particularly increasing antisemitism, serves as a catalyst for greater religious observance in the Jewish community. ...
6 Aug 2025
Emes Ve-Emunah Resenting Charedim, Evyatar David, and Occupying Gaza 5 Aug 2025
The article explores the tensions between Israeli society and the Charedi community related to military enlistment, while also assessing the broader context ...
5 Aug 2025
Emes Ve-Emunah Can YCT Still Be Called Orthodox? 4 Aug 2025
The article discusses the ordination of Tadhg Cleary, an openly gay man, by Yeshivat Chovevei Torah (YCT), and questions whether the seminary can still be co...
4 Aug 2025
Emes Ve-Emunah The Mourning After 3 Aug 2025
In a reflective post for Tisha B'Av, the writer usually shares a message aligned with the day's solemnity. However, they were profoundly impacted by a film a...
3 Aug 2025
Emes Ve-Emunah Remember, God, What Has Happened to Us 3 Aug 2025
Reflecting on the age-old lamentations from Kina 7, the article connects past Jewish suffering with contemporary atrocities, particularly highlighting the re...
3 Aug 2025
Emes Ve-Emunah Moral Clarity in a Confusing World 1 Aug 2025
In a complex analysis of recent geopolitical dynamics, the article discusses the moral clarity regarding the conflict in Gaza as expressed by various public ...
1 Aug 2025
Emes Ve-Emunah Message to the Prime Minister, France, the UK, and Canada 31 Jul 2025
The author expresses deep concern over harsh criticisms of Israel from international allies amidst the humanitarian crisis in Gaza. While validating the suff...
31 Jul 2025
Emes Ve-Emunah On the Other Hand... (and Charedi Intransigence) 30 Jul 2025
The author addresses the tension within the Charedi leadership over the trend of Haredi yeshiva students enlisting in the IDF, which is viewed by some commun...
30 Jul 2025
Emes Ve-Emunah Starvation? Yes. But Who, How Many, and Why 29 Jul 2025
The article explores the complex and contentious issue of starvation in Gaza, as images of severely malnourished Palestinian children circulate in the media,...
29 Jul 2025
Emes Ve-Emunah The Greatest Anti Charedi Wave in Decades! 28 Jul 2025
The article discusses the tensions between different Jewish communities regarding military service and the role of Torah study, particularly in light of conf...
28 Jul 2025
Emes Ve-Emunah Debunking a Genocide Scholar 27 Jul 2025
The article challenges the narrative that Israel's military actions in Gaza amount to genocide, arguing that such claims are based on biased reports and mani...
27 Jul 2025
Emes Ve-Emunah A Ship of Fools 25 Jul 2025
The article critiques the problematic statements and actions surrounding the Israeli-Palestinian conflict and responses from various international figures an...
25 Jul 2025
Emes Ve-Emunah Antisemitism, DEI, and Columbia University 24 Jul 2025
Columbia University has reached a $220 million settlement with the Trump administration over allegations of antisemitism on campus, a move applauded by many ...
24 Jul 2025
Emes Ve-Emunah Forbidden Waters are Sweet 23 Jul 2025
The article explores the inefficacy of bans on technology, particularly within Jewish communities, focusing on the recent AI restrictions imposed by the Karl...
23 Jul 2025
Emes Ve-Emunah Diminishing Returns 22 Jul 2025
The article provides a defense of Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's actions in response to the ongoing conflict with Hamas since October 2023, whil...
22 Jul 2025
Emes Ve-Emunah Antisemitism Unbound 21 Jul 2025
Antisemitism has surged globally, with the Israel-Gaza conflict being a significant catalyst for this increase. Media portrayals often bias audiences against...
21 Jul 2025
Emes Ve-Emunah Charedi Hubris 20 Jul 2025
Tensions in Israel persist regarding Charedi Jews and their exemption from military service, a situation exacerbated by the state's current war efforts. The ...
20 Jul 2025
Emes Ve-Emunah The Morally Repugnant Extremist Settlers 18 Jul 2025
The article critiques the Israeli government's tolerance of extremist settlers engaging in illegal land seizures in Judea and Samaria. Although it affirms su...
18 Jul 2025
Emes Ve-Emunah Is There an Authentic Jewish View? 17 Jul 2025
The article discusses the lack of a unified "Jewish view" on critical issues affecting the Jewish people, highlighting the deep divisions within the Jewish c...
17 Jul 2025
Emes Ve-Emunah Is the End of an Era Near? 16 Jul 2025
The resignation of Charedi Knesset members from Netanyahu's coalition marks a significant political upheaval in Israel, likely prompting new elections. This ...
16 Jul 2025
Emes Ve-Emunah When Progressive Values Enter the Religious Sphere 15 Jul 2025
The article discusses the contentious issue of women's roles in Judaism, particularly in relation to rabbinical ordination. It highlights how traditional Jew...
15 Jul 2025
Emes Ve-Emunah Why It’s Understandable 14 Jul 2025
The article reflects on a recent ADL survey revealing that 25% of Americans consider antisemitic attacks understandable amidst current Israel-Hamas tensions....
14 Jul 2025
Emes Ve-Emunah The Extremists of Judea and Sumeria 13 Jul 2025
In the context of the Israeli-Palestinian conflict, particularly during recent hostilities involving Hamas, there is significant scrutiny on media bias again...
13 Jul 2025
Emes Ve-Emunah An Outrageous 'Religious' Ruling 11 Jul 2025
The article challenges the halakhic ruling issued by some influential Hasidic leaders prohibiting enlistment in the Israeli Defense Forces (IDF), framing it ...
11 Jul 2025
Emes Ve-Emunah The Identity Crisis of Young American Jews 10 Jul 2025
The article explores the growing identity crisis among young American Jews, who increasingly question the pro-Israel ideologies they were raised with. Influe...
10 Jul 2025
Emes Ve-Emunah The New Home of Antisemitism in America 9 Jul 2025
Antisemitism in America has taken a new shape, with increased instances emanating primarily from the left side of the political spectrum, particularly follow...
9 Jul 2025
Emes Ve-Emunah Crossing Another Line 8 Jul 2025
The ordination of a woman in a same-sex marriage as a Maharat at Yeshivat Maharat challenges traditional Orthodox beliefs, raising concerns from conservative...
8 Jul 2025
Emes Ve-Emunah Israel's Pending Civil War 7 Jul 2025
As Israel faces ongoing tensions with Hamas in Gaza, a potentially more divisive issue looms within the country: the societal conflict surrounding military s...
7 Jul 2025
Emes Ve-Emunah Thank You 7 Jul 2025
The blog post shares the author's gratitude for a donation received through their PayPal portal, emphasizing how such contributions, though infrequent, reinf...
7 Jul 2025
Emes Ve-Emunah Hating a Great Leader 6 Jul 2025
Benjamin Netanyahu, Israel's long-serving prime minister, is a polarizing figure, with many critics and defenders of his policies and leadership style. Despi...
6 Jul 2025
Emes Ve-Emunah God Bless America 4 Jul 2025
On July 4th, 2025, the Jewish community in America expresses profound gratitude for the nation's support and freedoms. This acknowledgment coincides with a s...
4 Jul 2025
Emes Ve-Emunah Sean Combs and Chaim Rotter 3 Jul 2025
The article discusses shocking allegations against Chaim Rotter, a prominent Charedi leader of the Shomrim civilian watch group in Bnei Brak, comparing his a...
3 Jul 2025
Emes Ve-Emunah It Ain’t Over – Till It’s Over 2 Jul 2025
Concerns about the decline of American Jewish continuity, driven by intermarriage and ignorance of heritage, may find a remedy in renewed initiatives for Jew...
2 Jul 2025
Emes Ve-Emunah Uniforms, Uniformity, and Truth 1 Jul 2025
The author reflects on the Charedi practice of children wearing uniforms, highlighting concerns about ideological rigidity and conformity within Orthodox Jud...
1 Jul 2025
Emes Ve-Emunah Saving American Jewry 30 Jun 2025
The article discusses Ari Witkin, a Reconstructionist rabbi and senior director of philanthropy at Detroit's Jewish Federation, and his views on Judaism's fo...
30 Jun 2025
Emes Ve-Emunah The New Democratic Party 29 Jun 2025
Zohran Mamdani, a young Socialist, has unexpectedly secured the Democratic nomination for mayor of New York City, stirring discomfort among mainstream Democr...
29 Jun 2025
Emes Ve-Emunah The 2-State Solution Revisited 27 Jun 2025
Following recent developments that have weakened Iran's capacity to sponsor regional terrorism, the idea of reviving a two-state solution to the Israeli-Pale...
27 Jun 2025
Emes Ve-Emunah The New Face of the Democratic Party? 26 Jun 2025
Zohran Mamdani, known for his strong anti-Israel stance, has been nominated as the Democratic candidate for mayor of New York City, highlighting a potential ...
26 Jun 2025
Emes Ve-Emunah Schadenfreude 25 Jun 2025
The article discusses the reaction of President Trump's critics to the US military's strike on Iran's Fordow nuclear facility, highlighting the phenomenon of...
25 Jun 2025
Emes Ve-Emunah Is Peace Really at Hand? 24 Jun 2025
As tensions escalate between Israel and Iran, a fragile ceasefire brokered by President Trump is at risk. Despite initial praise for Israel's role in debilit...
24 Jun 2025
Emes Ve-Emunah Rethinking Political Loyalties 23 Jun 2025
The article discusses the political tension and division within American Jewish communities following a U.S. military strike on Iran's nuclear facilities. It...
23 Jun 2025
Emes Ve-Emunah Operation Midnight Hammer 22 Jun 2025
This article elaborates on a recent U.S. military operation against Iran’s Fordow nuclear facility. The action, described as "Operation Midnight Hammer," was...
22 Jun 2025
Emes Ve-Emunah Moving On - Naftuli Moster's Teshuva 20 Jun 2025
Naftuli Moster, known for founding YAFFED to advocate for secular education in Chassidic yeshivas, has undergone a notable transformation. Once a vocal criti...
20 Jun 2025
Emes Ve-Emunah Taylor Greene, Carlson, and the President 19 Jun 2025
The article discusses the prevalence of antisemitism across the political spectrum in the U.S., focusing on figures like Tucker Carlson and Marjorie Taylor G...
19 Jun 2025
Emes Ve-Emunah The Amazing Nechama Spiegel 18 Jun 2025
The article discusses the impact of feminism on the Charedi community, highlighting the notable achievement of Nechama Spiegel, the first Charedi female El A...
18 Jun 2025
Emes Ve-Emunah The Necessity of Total Victory 17 Jun 2025
The article draws parallels between Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and Winston Churchill, praising Netanyahu's leadership amid Israel's aggressive militar...
17 Jun 2025
Emes Ve-Emunah What Will They Talk About? 16 Jun 2025
The writer expresses significant frustration with the Haredi leadership for their perceived detachment from the struggles Israel faces, particularly regardin...
16 Jun 2025
Emes Ve-Emunah Israel's Righteous Mission 15 Jun 2025
Amid escalating tensions, Israel has launched a series of pre-planned strikes against Iran's military and nuclear assets, aiming to cripple Iran’s capabiliti...
15 Jun 2025
Emes Ve-Emunah Operation Rising Lion 13 Jun 2025
Israel's recent military operation against Iran, dubbed Operation Rising Lion, has been a significant topic of discussion due to its strategic depth and inte...
13 Jun 2025