Tag: Gedolim

An urgent fundraising effort was launched in response to the Israeli High Court's decision to cut off government funding to yeshivos, resulting in a shortfall of over $100 million.
The text discusses the idea that the charedi community is becoming dependent on donations from philanthropists in the US, particularly for their yeshivos and kollels, but argues that this may not be the best approach in the long run.
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.
The text discusses the concept of Daas Torah in the Charedi world and the tension it creates with other Jewish religious segments regarding issues like army service.
The author recounts a personal interaction with the late Rav Mattisyahu Salomon, a prominent Jewish figure.
In this discussion, the question of whether there should be hakaras hatov (gratitude) towards IDF soldiers is explored.
This article discusses the concept of Daas Torah and Elu V'Elu in the context of disagreements within the Agudah Moetzes.
In this shiur, Rabbi Ahron Lopiansky and Rabbi Aharon Sorscher discuss the concept of Daas Torah in Halacha and Hashkafa.
The text discusses the question of whether participating in a rally, specifically in Washington, is the correct approach for Jews in the diaspora.
Rav Chaim Kanievsky was a unique and revered figure in the world of Torah study.
In this episode of the 18Forty Podcast, Rabbi Jacob J. Schacter discusses censorship in the context of Jewish history.
In this episode of the 18Forty Podcast, Rabbi Jacob J. Schacter discusses censorship in Jewish history.
In this episode of the 18Forty Podcast, journalist Jonathan Rosenblum discusses the issue of censorship in biographies, particularly those of Jewish gedolim (great religious leaders).
In this episode of the 18Forty Podcast, journalist Jonathan Rosenblum discusses censorship in biographies of Jewish leaders and its impact.
The text discusses the role of "gedolim" (great Torah scholars) in Jewish communities, particularly in Modern/Centrist Orthodoxy and Liberal Orthodoxy.
The symposium titled "The Market for Gedolim" brings together various writers providing reflections on the topic raised by Chaim Saiman's recent work for Lehrhaus.
Prof. Chaim Saiman delves into the differing perspectives on gedolim (great Torah scholars) in Haredi, Centrist Orthodox, and liberal Orthodox communities.
The article by Miriam Gedwiser discusses Chaim Saiman's argument that the number of revered leaders in the Orthodox community is influenced by demand as much as supply.
The article discusses the concept of "gedolim," revered leaders in Orthodox Judaism whose influence is significant within their communities.
Rav Aharon Lichtenstein was celebrated for his expertise in Torah study and his intellect.
Rabbi Shlomo Zalman Auerbach, a revered figure in the Israeli Torah world, was known for his humility, deep expertise in Jewish law, and a balanced approach to halachic decision-making, particularly in modern contexts like medicine and technology.