Tag: Rabbi

In this episode of the Jewish Lives Podcast, Julian Zelizer discusses Abraham Joshua Heschel and his journey from being a Hasidic rabbi in Warsaw to becoming a progressive Jewish icon.
A mother mourns the death of her child, feeling the weight of grief and anger.
The author, a rabbi at the Fire Island Synagogue, responds to an essay that argues synagogues should admit congregants regardless of vaccination status.
Tamar Manasseh, a community activist and anti-violence advocate, recently became the first woman ordained as a rabbi at Chicago's Beth Shalom Bnai Zaken Ethiopian Hebrew Congregation.
Peter Wood is a saxophone player who is passionate about Kansas swing music and serves as a Reverend at Mackay United Church in Ottawa.
The Lower East Side Riot of 1902 was sparked by a combination of police abuse and bigotry against Jewish immigrants in New York City.
Lou Schizas, a capitalist figure, presents a perspective that life is a series of individual choices with little room for external influences.
Jeffrey Koffman, a Canadian journalist known for his award-winning reporting, activism in the gay rights movement, and success in the tech start-up industry, engages in a conversation with a Rabbi.
Adrean Farrugia showcases his musical prowess and spiritual connection through jazz, emphasizing the transcendent and uplifting nature of his music.
In this episode of the 18Forty Podcast, Rabbi Daniel Grama and his daughter Aliza discuss their journey of navigating religious and personal differences.
The hesped (funeral eulogy) for Rav Yehuda Herzl Henkin highlights his greatness as a rabbi and posek (halakhic decisor) in the Jewish world.
The text discusses a conversation between the author and their friend Modya Silver, who has a deep interest in Gestalt psychology and spirituality, despite not becoming a rabbi as initially intended.
The COVID-19 pandemic has forced many couples to rethink their wedding plans.
Michael Landsberg, a respected broadcaster, openly shares his struggles with depression and anxiety, using his platform to inspire and support others facing similar challenges.
In this discussion, the Rabbi and poet Robert Priest talk about his diverse creative pursuits including poetry, rock songs, and fantasy novels.
Renowned Yiddish expert Michael Wex, known for his work in preserving the Yiddish language, has authored several books including "Born to Kvetch."
A survey conducted by the Pew Research Center found that religious faith in the United States actually strengthened during the COVID-19 pandemic, despite the closure of most houses of worship and the increase in the death toll.
After working as a journalist for several years, the author has decided to leave journalism to pursue a career as a rabbi.
Rabbi Dr. Louis Jacobs, a prominent figure in 20th-century British Jewry, faced controversy and exclusion in the 1960s due to his theological views, particularly concerning the divine authorship of the Torah.
In a casual discussion between Toronto Mike and a producer on the podcast "Not That Kind of Rabbi," the producer playfully goes "spiritually rogue" and challenges the rules of the show.
Ralph catches up with his old friend Steven Page, who has experienced great success in the music industry, including writing orchestral arrangements and creating a new musical.
The author recounts their complex relationship with their abusive father following his unexpected death.
In episode 196 of "The One with the Instagram Rabbis," Modern Ritual's Samantha Frank and Rena Singer discuss their feminist, passionate Jewish content on Instagram and the importance of using social media to engage with young Jews.
The article explores the blurring of boundaries between Halakhah and Aggadah in the Talmud, highlighting the multifaceted nature of the text that combines legal and narrative elements seamlessly.