American Orthodoxy

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OU Press in Jewish Action · 20 Jun

For those seeking intellectually stimulating summer reads, OU Press suggests the following titles: "The Return to Zion" by Rabbi Joseph B. Soloveitchik presents his keynote addresses on Religious Zionism and American Orthodoxy, offering timeless insights on Jewish destiny.

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Who Were the Students of the Great Lithuanian Yeshivas?

Ben-Tsiyon Klibansky in Tablet · 24 May

Before the First World War, students from Western countries rarely attended Lithuanian yeshivas due to political unrest in the region.

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Yefashpesh B’ma’asav: Post-Tragedy Introspection

Moishe Bane in Jewish Action · 9 Mar

The text reflects on the importance of introspection in response to tragedies, drawing parallels between historical events and contemporary challenges facing the Jewish community post-October 7.

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The Return to Zion: An Excerpt

JA Mag in Jewish Action · 19 Jun 2023

This excerpt is from a book of addresses by Rabbi Joseph Ber Soloveitchik, a prominent figure in religious Zionism.

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Are We Aspiring For A More Religious Tomorrow?

Mark (Moishe) Bane in Jewish Action · 14 Sep 2022

The American Orthodox Jewish community has faced numerous challenges throughout its history, including economic struggles, dislocation, religious illiteracy, and discrimination.

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Our Next 100 Years

Aharon Lichtenstein in Jewish Action · 3 Aug 2022

In this text, the author discusses the future of American Orthodoxy and identifies two main areas of focus: internal issues within the community and interactions with other Jewish and general segments of society.

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Shtadlanim: Rabbi Moshe Sherer (1921-1998)

Jonathan Rosenblum in Jewish Action · 11 Nov 2021

Rabbi Moshe Sherer was a key figure in the establishment and growth of Agudath Israel of America.

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Wealth Disparity Within the Orthodox Middle Class

Mark (Moishe) Bane in Jewish Action · 18 Aug 2021

In American Orthodox Jewry, there has been a shift in socioeconomic tensions.

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Memories of “Joe”

Julius Berman in Jewish Action · 24 Nov 2020

Rabbi Joseph Karasick, former president of the Orthodox Union (OU), passed away at the age of ninety-eight.

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Letters – Winter 2020

JA Mag in Jewish Action · 24 Nov 2020

In this collection of letters from the Winter 2020 edition of Jewish Action, a range of topics are discussed.

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Rav Aaron Lopiansky: What Tribes do you Contain Inside? [Peoplehood 1/4]

18forty · 10 Sep 2020

Rav Aaron Lopiansky, Rosh HaYeshiva of the Yeshiva of Greater Washington, discusses the challenges facing American Orthodoxy and the importance of lifelong education in the 18Forty Podcast.

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In Memory of Rabbi Dr. Norman Lamm: Some Personal Reflections

Jacob J. Schacter in Lehrhaus · 1 Jun 2020

This article is a personal reflection on the life and contributions of Rabbi Dr. Norman Lamm, who was a prominent leader in American Orthodoxy for over six decades.

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What Happened to Yeshiva University, er… American Jewry?

Michael Eisenberg in Tablet · 10 Mar 2017

The appointment of Rabbi Dr. Ari Berman as President of Yeshiva University offers a moment to reflect on the state of Modern Orthodoxy in the U.S. while highlighting a deeper issue affecting American Orthodoxy and YU, emphasizing a lack of leadership and the departure of future leaders to Israel.

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Jung Earth Creationism: Two New York Rabbis Respond to the Scopes Trial

Rachel Pear in Lehrhaus · 27 Oct 2016

In response to the Scopes Monkey Trial in 1925, which highlighted the issue of Darwinism, two New York Orthodox rabbis, Leo Jung and David de Sola Pool, offered contrasting perspectives on evolution in the Jewish Forum in 1926.

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Rabbi Aharon Lichtenstein on The Future of American Orthodoxy

Aharon Lichtenstein in Jewish Action · 12 Aug 2015

Rabbi Aharon Lichtenstein discusses the future of American Orthodoxy, highlighting the need to focus on internal challenges such as defections and the lack of strong leadership, as well as the importance of spiritual and moral growth within the community.

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Rabbi Aharon Lichtenstein on The Future of American Orthodoxy

Aharon Lichtenstein in Jewish Action · 12 Aug 2015

Rabbi Aharon Lichtenstein discusses the future of American Orthodoxy, emphasizing the need to focus on molding the character and constituency of the community while addressing issues like defections and the lack of strong spiritual leadership.

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