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0 Jewish Law Politics

Convenient Beliefs

Natan Slifkin in Rationalist Judaism · 21 Nov

Natan Slifkin reflects on his past views regarding the avoidance of military service by charedi Jews, questioning the theological justification for exempting yeshiva students from national defense.

0 Culture Communities

Natan Slifkin in Rationalist Judaism · 14 Nov

Natan Slifkin shares his experience of obtaining a permit to enter Canada, while also planning a future visit to the US, with a particular interest in Florida.

0 Jewish Law Politics

Is Torah Study a Part of the War Effort?

Natan Slifkin in Rationalist Judaism · 12 Nov

The article by Natan Slifkin examines the argument that Torah study is as essential to national defense as serving in the Israeli Defense Forces (IDF), specifically critiquing the interpretation of Makkot 10a.

0 Politics Israel

Meanwhile in Israel

Natan Slifkin in Rationalist Judaism · 6 Nov

Natan Slifkin highlights the political upheaval in Israel following Prime Minister Netanyahu's dismissal of Defense Minister Yoav Gallant, attributing it to Gallant's controversial stance on drafting charedim.

0 Politics Jewish Law

10 Myths about Charedim and Army

Natan Slifkin in Rationalist Judaism · 5 Nov

Natan Slifkin addresses persistent myths regarding Charedim and military service in Israel, providing factual rebuttals to ten common misconceptions.

0 Politics Jewish Law

Yeah, They Went Ahead And Did It

Natan Slifkin in Rationalist Judaism · 19 Sep

Natan Slifkin critiques the audacious claims by the Israel edition of Yated Neeman that recent successful operations by Israel's intelligence and military can be credited to the Torah study of charedim.

0 Politics Culture

The Truth About Charedim In The IDF

Emes Ve-Emunah · 6 Sep

Rabbi Chaim Goldberg provides a first-hand account of his experiences in a Charedi unit within the IDF, challenging the narrative that army service leads to religious secularization.

0 Culture Communities

Joy Amidst Pain

Natan Slifkin in Rationalist Judaism · 4 Sep

The article presents a poignant narrative set against the backdrop of the ongoing pain in Israel due to hostilities, focusing on a visit to an unconventional dining experience in Jerusalem that serves as a microcosm of Israeli society's complexities.

0 Israel Jewish Law

And What About American Jews?

Natan Slifkin in Rationalist Judaism · 1 Sep

The article discusses the role of American Jews in supporting Israel, especially regarding army service.

0 Communities Politics

Analysis of An Anti Charedi Secular Jew

Emes Ve-Emunah · 26 Aug

The article examines the views of a secular Israeli who advocates for integrating Charedi youth into secular Zionist society, suggesting that providing them choices beyond religious observance could empower them.

0 Jewish Law Israel

The Religious Risks of IDF Service

Natan Slifkin in Rationalist Judaism · 18 Aug

The article discusses common claims about the religious risks that IDF service poses for charedim.

0 Jewish Law Leadership

Trust the Magic

Natan Slifkin in Rationalist Judaism · 16 Aug

The author reflects on a lecture by R. Neugroschel advocating against charedim serving in the army, highlighting Neugroschel's emphasis on blind trust in the Gedolim, particularly Rav Dov Landau, due to their perceived supernatural guidance as infallible.

0 Israel Jewish Law

Torah and Army: The Big Index

Natan Slifkin in Rationalist Judaism · 14 Aug

The text discusses the author's posts on the topic of charedim and army service, highlighting the divide in perspectives between those in the United States and Israel regarding the importance of serving in the IDF.

0 Israel Jewish Law

Who Has the Moral High Ground?

Emes Ve-Emunah · 12 Jul

A blog post highlights the stark differences in perspectives between Charedim and other religious Jews regarding IDF service in Israel.

0 Israel Jewish Law

If Only It Were A Lie

Natan Slifkin in Rationalist Judaism · 2 Jul

Liel Liebowitz's article in Tablet Magazine criticizes the notion that Israel needs charedim (ultra-Orthodox Jews) to serve in the army, suggesting it is a political ploy.

0 Israel Jewish Law

Drafting Charedim

Emes Ve-Emunah · 26 Jun

Israel's Supreme Court, in a unanimous decision, has ruled to draft all Charedim into the army, causing uproar in the ultra-Orthodox community that views Torah study as paramount.

0 Israel Jewish Law

The Expected "Torah" Drivel

Natan Slifkin in Rationalist Judaism · 26 Jun

In response to a High Court ruling that charedim must serve in the IDF, there is criticism of the charedi community's focus on Torah study and exemption from military service.

0 Education Communities

Emes Ve-Emunah · 16 Jun

The text discusses a debate surrounding Rabbi Zecharia Greenwald's comments on young men going to work a year after graduating Yeshiva high school.

0 Israel Jewish Law

"The IDF Doesn't Want Charedim"

Natan Slifkin in Rationalist Judaism · 7 Jun

The text discusses a report indicating that the IDF has rejected many Charedi enlistment requests due to various reasons, posing challenges in integrating Charedim into the army.

0 Politics Israel

How Will History Treat Netanyahu?

Emes Ve-Emunah · 4 Jun

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu faces strong criticism from various quarters for his conservative politics, alliances with right-wing parties, corruption charges, and perceived prioritization of power over national interests.

0 Politics Jewish Law

Don’t label anyone a ‘bad Jew’

Jewish Chronicle · 26 May

"No Labeling Anyone a Bad Jew" discusses the diversity within the contemporary Jewish community, exploring various perspectives on Jewish identity and the relationship with Israel.

0 Jewish Law Politics

The Reform of Agudah

Natan Slifkin in Rationalist Judaism · 2 May

The text criticizes a recent statement by the Moetzes Gedolei Torah of Agudas Yisrael in America, highlighting logical and historical contradictions in their position on military service and Torah study.

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Just Plain Incoherency

Natan Slifkin in Rationalist Judaism · 21 Apr

In an article titled "Just Plain Chutzpah" by Rabbi Chaim Aryeh Zev Ginzberg published in Mishpacha magazine, he criticizes moderate figures in the charedi world who suggest that charedim should contribute to Israel's defense efforts.

0 Israel Holocaust

Yes, We Needed Israel

Natan Slifkin in Rationalist Judaism · 2 Apr

Rabbi Dovid Kornreich, reflecting a minority perspective within the charedi community influenced by anti-Zionist elements, argues against the value of Jewish sovereignty and opposes charedi military service in Israel.

0 Jewish Law Israel

BREAKING: Charedim will leave yeshiva to fight!

Natan Slifkin in Rationalist Judaism · 2 Apr

The Charedi community is facing a shift as the exemption from army service expires, leading to a realization that they can no longer solely focus on Torah study for protection.