In 1800, Sampson Simson, a 21-year-old Jewish graduate of Columbia College, delivered a significant Hebrew commencement oration at St. Paul's Church in Manhattan, highlighting the history and significance of Jews in New York.

In a 2021 podcast episode, Yehoshua Pfeffer, a haredi judge, editor, and rabbi, discusses the ongoing debate in Israeli politics about whether haredi Jews should be required to serve in the IDF.

The YouTube video explores the connection between the Bene Menashe community in India and the tribe of Menashe, delving into their claims of descent from ancient Israel and the challenges they face in asserting their Jewish identity amidst ethnic violence and discrimination.

There is currently a critical opportunity for the Jewish community to invest in Jewish education and identity organizations, as there is a newfound demand for a greater understanding of Jewish belonging.