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Tag: Generosity

0 Torah Philosophy

Parashah of the week: Lech Lecha

Jewish Chronicle · 7 Nov

In this week's parashah, Lech Lecha, we explore a key narrative where Abram rejects the King of Sodom's offer to keep the spoils of war, highlighting a distinction in values.

0 Torah Ethics

Parashah of the week: Ki Tetzei

Jewish Chronicle · 13 Sep

Focusing on Deuteronomy 23:25 from Parashat Ki Tetzei, Rabbi Silverstein explores the balance between generosity and healthy boundaries in society.

0 Politics Israel

The Birth of a Folk Hero

Itxu Díaz in Tablet · 18 Jul

The text discusses how former President Donald Trump's response to a recent attack has transformed him into a folk hero for many Americans, reflecting on the importance of heroism in society.

0 Leadership Jewish Law

How the Lubavitcher Rebbe Teaches Us to Transcend Ourselves

Sruli Fruchter in 18forty · 9 Jul

The article discusses the teachings of the Lubavitcher Rebbe, Rabbi Menachem Mendel Schneerson, focusing on the importance of collectivity, generosity, and empathy as ways to transcend oneself.

0 Israel Education

Purim: On Excess

guestpost in Jewschool · 22 Mar

In this insightful piece by Sara Klugman, Purim is explored in the context of current conflicts, particularly the situation in Gaza.

0 Ethics Communities

Gifted: Readers Join the Conversation

Cindy Scarr in Mishpacha · 5 Mar

The article discusses a scenario where a woman, Shani, reacts strongly when feeling disrespected after receiving a generous gift.

0 Communities Art

Unorthodox in Israel: Special Delivery

Unorthodox · 22 Dec 2023

In a series of dispatches from Israel, Unorthodox highlights Tanya Singer's delivery of handknit hats to IDF soldiers, crocheted dolls to hospitalized children, and handmade cards to Israelis, showcasing acts of generosity and resilience within the Jewish community.

0 Communities Culture

Matchmaker, matchmaker, make me a friend

The CJN Daily with Ellin Bessner · 21 Jul 2021

This episode discusses the innovative approach of Kinnd, a company founded by Laura Whitney Sniderman, which facilitates the creation of friendships through an online platform designed to alleviate loneliness.