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0 Communities Leadership

Ouriel’s Lesson

Cindy Scarr in Mishpacha · 5 Nov

The article reflects on the inspiring resilience and spiritual fortitude of Ouriel Dzikowsky z"l, a man who remained composed and faithful despite facing a terminal illness shortly after making aliyah to Israel.

0 Culture Communities

Virtual Fitness For the Modern Jewish Woman

Jenny Powers in Hadassah · 3 Oct

Kerry Bar-Cohn, the only female chiropractor in Ramat Beit Shemesh, has expanded her influence beyond Israel through "Walking Israel," a virtual fitness program tailored for Jewish women.

0 Politics Jewish Law

A Communal Response to Charedim

Natan Slifkin in Rationalist Judaism · 11 Aug

Natan Slifkin critiques the charedi community's lack of participation and acknowledgment in Israel's defense efforts, particularly during wartime.

0 Politics Ethics

Charedi Idealism and Sacrifice

Natan Slifkin in Rationalist Judaism · 29 Jul

Natan Slifkin critiques the approach of respecting Charedim who avoid IDF service, arguing that spiritual dedication does not excuse neglecting national defense responsibilities.

0 Politics Jewish Law

The Greatest Anti Charedi Wave in Decades!

Emes Ve-Emunah · 28 Jul

The article discusses the tensions between different Jewish communities regarding military service and the role of Torah study, particularly in light of conflicts such as the Gaza war.

0 Philosophy Torah

7/5/25 – Shiur 519 – Hashgacha Pratis: is Hashem watching over you every minute..

Halacha Headlines · 3 Jul

A deep dive into the theological perspectives of Hashgacha Pratis contrasts prominent Jewish philosophical approaches, from the Rambam's limited divine providence to the later universalist interpretations of the Baal Shem Tov and the Vilna Gaon.

0 Politics Israel

Clueless People

Natan Slifkin in Rationalist Judaism · 26 Mar

Natan Slifkin addresses misconceptions among American Orthodox Jews regarding the political and economic dynamics of Israel, particularly focusing on the differences between the Charedim and the Religious Zionist communities.

0 Jewish Law Education

1/11/25 – Shiur 497 – "Gentle Parenting” is in, discipline is out - Should parents discipline their children, or is that only for prior generations?

Halacha Headlines · 10 Jan

The episode explores the shift towards gentle parenting and its impact compared to traditional disciplinary methods.

0 Culture Communities

Natan Slifkin in Rationalist Judaism · 10 Dec 2024

Natan Slifkin explores the significance of a new set of IDF action figures called 'Giborei Yisrael' (Israeli Heroes), which celebrate the diversity and heroism within the Israeli Defense Forces.