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Tag: Rabbinic Debate

0 History Communities

Why American Jewish History Matters: The Orthodox Experience

Rabbi Dr. Zev Eleff in Jewish Action · 2 Jun

American Jewish history continues to be a pivotal field of study, especially for Orthodox Jews grappling with their place in American society.

0 Politics Ethics

Emes Ve-Emunah · 7 Sep 2025

In a recent Talkline episode hosted by Zev Brenner, the conversation revolved around Rabbi Yosef Blau's controversial letter that questions Israel's moral clarity in its ongoing conflict with Hamas in Gaza.

0 Jewish Law Philosophy

Is Praying at Gravesites a Grave Mistake? - Rabbi Yitzhak Berdugo

The Habura · 6 Nov 2024

Rabbi Yitzhak Berdugo delves into the debate around visiting gravesites for prayer, discussing whether it is permissible or even desirable according to Jewish law and philosophy, with a focus on interpretations by the Rambam.

0 Jewish Law Torah

Living with Dissonance

TEXTing · 9 Sep 2024

In this heartfelt episode, Elana Stein Hain explores the concept of dissonance using a midrash from Sifrei Bamidbar, reflecting on the tragic events surrounding the death of Hersh Goldberg-Polin.

0 Food Jewish Law

Kosher Food to Die For?

Natan Slifkin in Rationalist Judaism · 29 Aug 2024

This article explores the kosher status of the lionfish, an invasive and venomous species recently introduced into the Mediterranean.

0 Jewish Law Ethics

On Redeeming Captives

Mikhael Manekin in Sources · 28 Nov 2023

This article delves into the Jewish ethical and legal perspectives on the redemption of captives, a complex issue that implicates both historical precedent and modern state policy.