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0 Politics History

Trump's followers see a savior, but Jewish historians know a false messiah when they see one

Robert Zaretsky in Forward · 12 Apr

Robert Zaretsky draws a parallel between the perceived messianic enthusiasm surrounding Donald Trump and the historical episode of Sabbatai Zevi, the 17th-century failed Jewish messiah.

0 Philosophy History

#180 - The Vilna Gaon’s Theory of Incongruent Actions - A Deeper Look

Jewish History Uncensored · 29 Feb 2024

Rabbi Arnie Wittenstein delves into the Vilna Gaon's theory of 'incongruent actions' and explores how overreaching spiritual or behavioral goals can lead to negative outcomes both at a personal and historical level.

0 History Torah

#179 - The Vilna Gaon’s Theory of Incongruent Actions

Jewish History Uncensored · 22 Feb 2024

Rabbi Arnie Wittenstein delves into the Vilna Gaon’s theory of incongruent actions, exploring the complexities of commitment to Torah and the deeper implications of political compromise and societal expectations.

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Once upon a time, eager acolytes thought their false Messiah could make their country great again — sound familiar?

ALanger in Forward · 8 Aug 2023

The Sabbatian movement, led by Sabbatai Sevi, who claimed to be the Messiah in 1648, was a significant episode in Jewish history.

0 History Jewish Law

Shabbetai Tzvi: A (Bonkers) False Messiah Story

Jewish History Nerds · 1 Dec 2022

Shabbetai Tzvi, a 16th-century Jewish mystic and rabbi, gained a significant following among Jews who believed he was the Messiah, encouraged by his supporter Nathan of Gaze.