Tag: Jewish Unity

The author reflects on the concept of being a "closet centrist" within the Charedi community, citing a recent column by Jonathan Rosenblum in Mishpacha magazine as an example.
This article presents four conversations that can help people understand and think critically about the Israel-Hamas war.
The article discusses the concept of "Jewish late bloomers" – individuals who come to embrace their Judaism and Jewish identity later in life than expected.
The author expresses disappointment with the lack of unity and Achdus among the Jewish people, despite the temporary unity that often arises in times of tragedy.
The author discusses the lack of unity among Orthodox Jews, particularly between the Dati (religious Zionist and Modern Orthodox) and Charedi communities in Israel when it comes to military service.
In this diary entry, the author describes their experience of mobilizing chesed (kindness) in response to the war between Israel and Hamas.
The author highlights that the Jewish world is currently experiencing unprecedented events, such as the increase in antisemitism, the divisiveness between different Jewish groups, and the unity that has emerged as a result of these tragedies.
Operation Tzitzit was a grassroots effort that arose in response to the Israeli military's need for green tzitzit to be worn by soldiers during the conflict with Hamas.
Am Yisrael Chai, a popular anthem for the Jewish people, was composed by Shlomo Carlebach in the mid-1960s.
The popular Jewish anthem, "Am Yisrael Chai" (The People of Israel Live), was written and first performed in the mid-1960s by Rabbi Shlomo Carlebach at the request of Jacob Birnbaum, the founder of the Student Struggle for Soviet Jewry (SSSJ).
Last year, Music City's first Jewish music festival was launched, but this year it changed its tone in light of the Israel-Hamas war.
In this episode of the 18Forty Podcast, various mental health professionals and individuals discuss the topic of mental health in Israel during times of war.
In this episode of the 18Forty Podcast, mental health professionals and others discuss the impact of war on mental health in Israel.
Rabbi Doron Perez, author of "The Jewish State: From Opposition to Opportunity," emphasizes the importance of Jewish unity as a religious ideal, particularly in light of recent divisions in Israeli society.
The article discusses the presence of hate in Israel, specifically within the Charedi community.
The author announces that there will be a conversation instead of a guest on their upcoming Zoom call.
As we approach the festival of Shavuot, the author discusses the story of Ruth, a convert in Jewish history.
Jeremy Urbach, a 21-year-old from Toronto, has gained popularity with his YouTube channel, Gishmak Herring, dedicated to reviewing the Ashkenazi dish.
The Orthodox Jewish community in America is diverse and segmented, with each faction having its own leaders and guidance tailored to their specific needs.
Rabbi Jonathan Sacks, who passed away in November 2020, was known for his contributions to various contemporary issues such as Jewish identity, anti-Semitism, Israel, family, and more.
Omer Yankelevitch, Israel's Diaspora Affairs Minister, is committed to uniting Israeli and diaspora Jews.
The author explores the tension between unity and passion in organized Jewish life.
The author shares her love for Tunisian couscous and her desire to learn how to cook it authentically from her Tunisian Auntie Brigitte.
At the Z3 Conference in Palo Alto, Allison Kaplan Sommer, Don Futterman, and Noah Efron discuss the theme of "One People, Two Centers, Three Opinions."
The text explores the concept of unity among the Israelites at Mount Sinai, particularly focusing on Rashis interpretation of them being united "as one person with one heart."