Tag: Cherem

The author expresses their concern and dismay at seeing members of Neturei Karta, a fringe ultra-Orthodox Jewish group, participating in protests alongside Palestinians and their sympathizers.
The ban on polygamy, known as the cherem of Rabbeinu Gershom, was enacted in the 11th century and there are various opinions about its expiration date.
This episode delves into the evidence presented to the Beis Din regarding Spinoza and questions whether the attributed statements were made casually.
This episode discusses how Spinoza's level of Jewish education affected his understanding of traditional Jewish texts.
This episode focuses on Rabbi Shaul Mortera, one of the first Rabbis of Amsterdam, exploring the process of selecting a Rabbi for the community and the importance of his family background.