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Emes Ve-Emunah Does the Pope Have a Jewish Problem? Or a Liberal Problem? 29 Nov 2023
The author discusses whether Pope Francis truly has an affinity for the Jewish people or if it is merely a publicity stunt. While previous popes have not bee...
29 Nov 2023
Emes Ve-Emunah Argentinian President-elect Milei's Affinity for Judaism 28 Nov 2023
Javier Milei, the newly elected president of Argentina, is known for his right-wing views and provocative policies. However, what stands out is his strong af...
28 Nov 2023
Emes Ve-Emunah Elon Musk's Antisemtism Conundrum 27 Nov 2023
The article explores whether Elon Musk, a billionaire entrepreneur, has displayed antisemitic views. It distinguishes between harmless stereotypes and hatefu...
27 Nov 2023
Emes Ve-Emunah Is the Mainstream Media Fair and Balanced? 26 Nov 2023
The author expresses frustration and concern about what they perceive as bias against Israel in a recent interview on CBS's Face the Nation. They criticize t...
26 Nov 2023
Emes Ve-Emunah More Info on Accessing Comments 26 Nov 2023
Some readers have been experiencing difficulties accessing the comments on Emes Ve-Emunah's blog. Michael Sedley, a reader and occasional commentator, sugges...
26 Nov 2023
Emes Ve-Emunah Tolerance Can Only Go So Far 14 Sep 2023
The author expresses their struggle with tolerance towards fellow Jews whose religious views differ. They criticize ultra-Orthodox rabbis who plan to sue the...
14 Sep 2023
Emes Ve-Emunah The PITTS 13 Sep 2023
The author discusses the issue of transgenderism and the challenges it presents for observant Jewish parents. They acknowledge the emotional pain experienced...
13 Sep 2023
Emes Ve-Emunah A Movie that Illustrates the Demise of American Jewry 12 Sep 2023
The author of this piece watched Adam Sandler's latest movie, You Are So Not Invited to My Bat Mitzvah, and found it to be an abomination. The movie, a parod...
12 Sep 2023
Emes Ve-Emunah Going to Dangerous Places - Uman’s Jewish Pilgrimage 11 Sep 2023
The author questions the practice of Jewish pilgrimages to the Ukrainian village of Uman during the holiest time of the year, arguing that it detracts from t...
11 Sep 2023
Emes Ve-Emunah When Parents and Schools Collide 10 Sep 2023
The article explores the tension between parents and schools when it comes to education in Jewish Orthodox communities. The author discusses a specific situa...
10 Sep 2023
Emes Ve-Emunah Hating Lew and Hating Jews 8 Sep 2023
The article discusses the recent attack by Morton A. Klein, president of the Zionist Organization of America, on Jack Lew, an Orthodox Jew who has been nomin...
8 Sep 2023
Emes Ve-Emunah Rabbi Hillel Belsky, ZL 7 Sep 2023
Rabbi Hillel Belsky, a greatly respected and humble man, passed away. He dedicated his life to serving God and teaching Torah to countless students. Rabbi Be...
7 Sep 2023
Emes Ve-Emunah Is President Biden a 'Useful Idiot'? 6 Sep 2023
This article discusses the accomplishments and criticisms of former President Trump and Prime Minister Netanyahu, as well as the potential for President Bide...
6 Sep 2023
Emes Ve-Emunah The Yiddish 'Language' 5 Sep 2023
In this discussion about the Yiddish language, the writer addresses an article in the New York Times by Ilan Stavans and a critical response by Rabbi Yaakov ...
5 Sep 2023
Emes Ve-Emunah A Shana U’Pireish 4 Sep 2023
Rabbi Victor Urecki, a Yeshiva University-trained rabbi, is currently serving as a rabbi in a Conservative synagogue, despite his knowledge of Halacha and hi...
4 Sep 2023
Emes Ve-Emunah The imminent Demise of Political Conservatism 3 Sep 2023
In this text, the author discusses their political leanings as a conservative, influenced by their religious beliefs. They highlight that political conservat...
3 Sep 2023
Emes Ve-Emunah Throwing a Cat into the Aron Kodesh 1 Sep 2023
The author discusses a controversial incident in a Charedi synagogue in Ramat Bet Shemesh Daled, where a woman was honored with "Gelilah," the ceremonial wra...
1 Sep 2023
Emes Ve-Emunah The Face of Today's Leadership 31 Aug 2023
The author discusses the failure of leadership in the Orthodox Jewish community, particularly among the ultra-Orthodox or Haredi world. They argue that while...
31 Aug 2023
Emes Ve-Emunah Words Are Cheap! 30 Aug 2023
The author expresses anger and frustration towards a group of ultra-Orthodox Jews who resort to violence to maintain their isolationist lifestyle. The recent...
30 Aug 2023
Emes Ve-Emunah Ayelet Hashar Saidof -Too Stupid for Words 29 Aug 2023
In this article, the author discusses the issue of military service exemptions for Charedi Jews in Israel. The author argues that while all Israelis should h...
29 Aug 2023
Emes Ve-Emunah Hate Has a Home in Israel 28 Aug 2023
The article discusses the presence of hate in Israel, specifically within the Charedi community. The author criticizes the exclusivity and racism exhibited b...
28 Aug 2023
Emes Ve-Emunah Is Brotherhood Among Jews an Unreachable Goal? 27 Aug 2023
In this article, the author expresses admiration for Jonathan Rosenblum, a prominent spokesperson for the Charedi community. They discuss the issue of divisi...
27 Aug 2023
Emes Ve-Emunah Looks Can Tragically Be Deceiving 25 Aug 2023
This article highlights two cases of individuals who deceived others based on their appearances. The first case involves Jake Segal, who presented himself as...
25 Aug 2023
Emes Ve-Emunah A Common Sense Approach to Issues of Modesty 24 Aug 2023
In this article, written from a Centrist perspective, the author argues for a common sense approach to issues of modesty. They believe that accommodating the...
24 Aug 2023
Emes Ve-Emunah Seeking Learners Only. Earners Need Not Apply 23 Aug 2023
This article discusses the ongoing "Shidduch crisis" in the non-Chasidic Yeshiva world, specifically the issue of an increasing number of single women unable...
23 Aug 2023
Emes Ve-Emunah Belz and Secular Studies 22 Aug 2023
The Belz Hasidic community in Israel is reportedly close to integrating secular studies into their educational system and receiving government funding for it...
22 Aug 2023
Emes Ve-Emunah A Two Pronged Approach in Pursuit of Justice 21 Aug 2023
In this text, the author discusses the recent terrorist attacks on Jews in the West Bank and emphasizes the importance of pursuing justice and preserving lif...
21 Aug 2023
Emes Ve-Emunah Shomrim: Asset or Liability 20 Aug 2023
Shomrim, a Jewish civilian safety patrol group, has a mixed reputation. Founded to protect vulnerable and elderly Jews from violence, Shomrim has been praise...
20 Aug 2023
Emes Ve-Emunah The Truth About Daniel 18 Aug 2023
This article discusses an incident involving a secular Israeli reporter, Neria Kraus, who claimed she was a victim of discrimination by haredi Orthodox men o...
18 Aug 2023
Emes Ve-Emunah A Freak Accident and a Couple of Weddings 17 Aug 2023
The author shares an update on their life, mentioning that their wife had a freak accident resulting in a small fracture but no need for surgery. They are sc...
17 Aug 2023
Emes Ve-Emunah No New Post Today 16 Aug 2023
The author shares that their understanding of Judaism is primarily influenced by Rabbi Aaron Soloveichik, from whom they received their rabbinic ordination, ...
16 Aug 2023
Emes Ve-Emunah The Making of a Real Gadol Requires Courage 15 Aug 2023
The article discusses the issue of Charedi religious leaders and their resistance to change in the Charedi community. It highlights a comment made by a reade...
15 Aug 2023
Emes Ve-Emunah Who by Fire... 14 Aug 2023
A devastating wildfire in Maui resulted in frightening and unreal images resembling scenes from an end-of-the-world disaster movie. The fire spread rapidly t...
14 Aug 2023
Emes Ve-Emunah Who Will Be the Next President? 13 Aug 2023
The author reflects on the current political landscape and expresses concerns about the possibility of Donald Trump winning a second term as president. They ...
13 Aug 2023
Emes Ve-Emunah Charedi Ethics 11 Aug 2023
In this article, the author discusses the contrasting approaches to Jewish ethical questions between the Charedi (ultra-Orthodox) and Modern Orthodox (MO) co...
11 Aug 2023
Emes Ve-Emunah A Program for Christians at YU 10 Aug 2023
Yeshiva University (YU) is now offering a master's degree program exclusively for Christian students, approved by YU's Roshei Yeshiva/Poskim. Contrary to the...
10 Aug 2023
Emes Ve-Emunah Condemnations -Too Little, Too late 9 Aug 2023
The article discusses the condemnation by Yitzchak Goldknopf, the leader of the United Torah Judaism party, of a Charedi family that humiliated and insulted ...
9 Aug 2023