Emes Ve-Emunah
On Being Gay and Restoring America's Biblical Values
2 Feb 2025
The article discusses the balance between compassion and adherence to biblical values in the context of being gay or transgender within American society and ...
2 Feb 2025
Emes Ve-Emunah
The Value of Jewish Day Schools and School Choice
31 Jan 2025
This article evaluates the impact of Jewish day schools on Jewish identity retention and advocates for the school choice policy championed by the Trump admin...
31 Jan 2025
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So Far So Good (Mostly)
30 Jan 2025
The article reflects positive views on former President Donald Trump's policies towards combating antisemitism, highlighting his executive orders that direct...
30 Jan 2025
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Trump and Israel
29 Jan 2025
The article presents a centrist viewpoint on former President Trump's relationship with Israel, highlighting his pro-Israel stance through actions such as in...
29 Jan 2025
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Springtime for Hitler
28 Jan 2025
The article discusses the criticism faced by Elon Musk, particularly from left-leaning media, for his political affiliations and certain public gestures. It ...
28 Jan 2025
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Bibi’s War
27 Jan 2025
Mishpacha Magazine article "Bibi's War" offers a critique of Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's handling of the recent conflict with Hamas, presenti...
27 Jan 2025
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Openly Gay Jews
26 Jan 2025
Jewish communities continue to grapple with the inclusion of LGBTQ individuals, balancing traditional interpretations of Halacha with modern understandings o...
26 Jan 2025
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Give Trump a Chance
24 Jan 2025
The article advocates for giving Donald Trump's approach to Israel a chance, emphasizing his strong pro-Israel stance and recalling his first term's achievem...
24 Jan 2025
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Feminism Cannot Drive Jewish Values
23 Jan 2025
The article criticizes the intersection of modern feminist ideals with Orthodox Judaism, arguing that some Orthodox feminists are compromising religious trad...
23 Jan 2025
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What is Modern Orthodoxy?
22 Jan 2025
Exploring the evolution of Modern Orthodoxy in the context of historical tensions and contemporary challenges, this piece reflects on past debates such as th...
22 Jan 2025
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A Complicated Man
21 Jan 2025
The piece navigates the complicated and polarized perceptions surrounding Donald Trump's political resurgence, noting both his achievements and contentious a...
21 Jan 2025
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For Universal Conversion Standards
20 Jan 2025
Rabbi Adam Mintz's Project Ruth Orthodox Conversion Program has sparked debate within Orthodox Judaism regarding the standards for conversion. The controvers...
20 Jan 2025
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Free at Last
19 Jan 2025
In a poignant moment of both relief and caution, three hostages held by Hamas, Emily Damari, Doron Steinbrecher, and Romi Gonan, have been released, amidst o...
19 Jan 2025
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Why the Deal Didn’t Happen Last May
19 Jan 2025
Public animosity towards Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is highlighted in discussions around the delayed cease-fire and hostage exchange deal betw...
19 Jan 2025
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Turning Yeshiva Students into Criminals
17 Jan 2025
The article discusses the escalating conflict between the IDF and ultra-Orthodox yeshiva students over military conscription in Israel. Historically, comprom...
17 Jan 2025
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A Heterodox Rabbi Who Gets It
16 Jan 2025
Rabbi Joshua Rabin, a non-Orthodox rabbi, addresses the critical shortage of Reform and Conservative rabbis in the United States, a dire issue exacerbated by...
16 Jan 2025
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If Trump and Netanyahu are Behind it, It Must be Bad
15 Jan 2025
The article reflects on the complex political reactions to a proposed deal involving hostages and Israeli soldiers, highlighting how personal and political b...
15 Jan 2025
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Religious Rights Versus Educational Mandates
14 Jan 2025
The article discusses a federal civil rights complaint filed by the Bobov, Chabad, and Satmar communities against New York's education authorities, claiming ...
14 Jan 2025
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Some Hopeful News and Some Bad News
13 Jan 2025
The article discusses two major developments related to Israel and the ongoing conflict with Hamas. Firstly, there is cautious optimism surrounding a potenti...
13 Jan 2025
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Quality Jewish Education and How to Pay for It
12 Jan 2025
Orthodox Jewish parents face a significant challenge due to the prohibitive costs of providing a Jewish education, with tuition reaching unaffordable levels ...
12 Jan 2025
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Has the War in Gaza Diminished US Support for Israel?
10 Jan 2025
The U.S. House of Representatives recently passed a bill that imposes sanctions on those cooperating with the International Criminal Court's (ICC) efforts to...
10 Jan 2025
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The Fires of Hell and Carter's Legacy
9 Jan 2025
The article opens with a dramatic account of the apocalyptic fires raging through Los Angeles, emphasizing the chaos and destruction caused as residents flee...
9 Jan 2025
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Religious Fervor and Violence
8 Jan 2025
The article discusses the issue of religious fervor leading to violence, particularly highlighting the situation in the Ponevezh Yeshiva in Israel. Following...
8 Jan 2025
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Returning Conservative Judaism to its Roots
7 Jan 2025
Examining the trajectory of Conservative Judaism in America, this article highlights its initial mission to balance traditional Halachic commitment with mode...
7 Jan 2025
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Are Frum Podcasts Dangerous?
6 Jan 2025
Rabbi Avrohom Birnbaum has recently criticized the proliferation of 'frum' podcasts, describing many as dangerous due to their lack of oversight. He equates ...
6 Jan 2025
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When Prominent Jews Embrace Christianity
5 Jan 2025
The article discusses the significant cultural and religious impact when prominent Jewish figures like Bob Dylan and David Brooks embrace Christianity. It ex...
5 Jan 2025
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An Ugly American
3 Jan 2025
The piece critically examines the controversial rhetoric of Candace Owens, a conservative political commentator, focusing on her anti-Israel and antisemitic ...
3 Jan 2025
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The Irresistible Force Meets the Immovable Object
2 Jan 2025
In the ongoing conflict between the Israeli government and the Charedi community, tensions are rising over military conscription laws. Israeli Defense Minist...
2 Jan 2025
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Profiling Muslims
1 Jan 2025
The piece discusses the complex issue of radical Islamism while stressing that the majority of Muslims are non-radical and desire peaceful lives. The author ...
1 Jan 2025
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Charedi Insight about IDF Service
31 Dec 2024
In an exploration of Charedi perspectives on IDF service, the discussion centers on a debate between Rabbi Shulman, a pseudonymous Charedi scholar, and Rabbi...
31 Dec 2024
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Jimmy Carter - the Good, the Bad, and the Ugly
30 Dec 2024
This reflection on Jimmy Carter presents a complex and critical view of his legacy, particularly in relation to the Jewish community and the state of Israel....
30 Dec 2024
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Israel, Media Bias, and the UN
29 Dec 2024
The article argues that the global Jewish community should focus on discrediting the United Nations (UN), criticized for harboring biases against Israel, par...
29 Dec 2024
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The Yellow Journalism of Matzav
27 Dec 2024
Rabbi Dovid Bashevkin has been misrepresented by the online publication Matzav as encouraging behaviors contrary to Jewish values, when he actually advocates...
27 Dec 2024
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Public Menorah Lighting Ceremonies
26 Dec 2024
Chabad-Lubavitch's public menorah lighting ceremonies exemplify their successful outreach efforts, particularly in engaging non-observant Jews and fostering ...
26 Dec 2024
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The 6 Day War and the Pager Plot
25 Dec 2024
Reflecting on a recent '60 Minutes' segment that echoed the transformative events of the 1967 Six-Day War, the article revisits how that military victory shi...
25 Dec 2024
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The Truth from Someone Who Lives There
24 Dec 2024
This piece explores the situation in Gaza, emphasizing how Hamas is blamed for the hardships faced by Palestinians rather than Israel. The narrative, endorse...
24 Dec 2024
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Number 5
23 Dec 2024
The author shares his excitement about attending the bris for his newest great-grandson in Lakewood, marking his fifth great-grandchild and the first born in...
23 Dec 2024
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Devout Jewish Heroes? Or Rodfim?
22 Dec 2024
The article discusses the recent incident of a mosque being torched in the West Bank, highlighting the broader implications of such revenge attacks by Jewish...
22 Dec 2024
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No New Post Today
20 Dec 2024
The author, due to unexpected personal commitments, will be unable to post a new article for the day. They reassure readers that the situation does not invol...
20 Dec 2024
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American Jews and Christmas
19 Dec 2024
The article discusses the complex relationship American Jews have with the Christmas season, noting that the holiday in America has largely shed its religiou...
19 Dec 2024
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Fulfillment as a Jewish Woman
18 Dec 2024
Reflecting on the changing roles of Jewish women within Orthodox Judaism, the article discusses the tension between traditional gender roles and modern femin...
18 Dec 2024
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Wives of Soldiers for the Sanctity of the Camp
17 Dec 2024
The article examines the paradoxical stance of the 'Wives of Soldiers for the Sanctity of the Camp,' who support Rabbi Yitzhak Yosef's assertion that even no...
17 Dec 2024
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The Consequences of Speaking Truth to Power
16 Dec 2024
In an interview with three anonymous Charedi rabbis from prestigious backgrounds, the intricate dynamics within the Israeli Charedi community are explored, r...
16 Dec 2024
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Insanity is Not a Solution
15 Dec 2024
The article critiques the Charedi community's approach to technology, particularly its reliance on bans to tackle the negative impacts of technology such as ...
15 Dec 2024
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Rabbis: You Must Apologize
13 Dec 2024
Rabbi Zvi Gluck, a respected figure in the Charedi community and CEO of the organization Amudim, condemns religious leaders who wrote letters advocating for ...
13 Dec 2024
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Pluralism is Not the Answer
12 Dec 2024
Rabbi Steven Gotlib raises concerns about pluralism in the Jewish community, particularly how the Orthodox cannot engage with heterodox movements as equals. ...
12 Dec 2024
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After a Year of War - Complacency?
11 Dec 2024
Rabbi Yisroel Reisman's response to a question about the complacency towards the ongoing war in Israel highlights significant differences among Charedi leade...
11 Dec 2024
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Is Saying Gedolim Made a Mistake, Kefira?
10 Dec 2024
The article reflects on a controversial Q&A session at an Agudah convention, featuring Rav Uri Deutsch and Torah VoDaath Rosh HaYeshiva, Rabbi Yisroel Reisma...
10 Dec 2024
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Some Wishful Thinking About What's Next for Syria
9 Dec 2024
The recent fall of Bashar Assad's regime in Syria, celebrated by Syrians across Europe, marks a significant shift in the Middle East's geopolitical landscape...
9 Dec 2024
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Israel, the War, and the Fall of Syria
8 Dec 2024
The article discusses the fall of Syria to the Islamist Nusra Front, highlighting the complex regional implications, particularly for Israel. Although the re...
8 Dec 2024