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Zach Truboff in Lehrhaus · 10 Oct

The piece explores the concept of teshuvah (repentance) within the framework of Religious Zionism, focusing on historical and contemporary responses to crises.

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How Your Faith Can Survive a Crisis

Sruli Fruchter in 18forty · 10 Aug

In this article, the fragility of faith during times of crisis is explored, specifically referencing the impact of severe existential crises on Jewish faith, such as the Yom Kippur War.

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Can You See the Light and the Darkness?

Zach Truboff in Lehrhaus · 14 Dec 2023

This article discusses the contrasting perspectives of Rabbi Avraham Yitzchak Ha-Kohen Kook and Rabbi Shagar regarding the existence of light and darkness in the world.

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Change and Self-Acceptance: Rav Shagar’s Paradox of Teshuva

Sruli Fruchter in 18forty · 18 Sep 2023

"Shuvi Nafshi: Hesed o Herut" explores the paradox of teshuva, or repentance, by questioning whether it is about changing ourselves or accepting who we are, and whether it is about personal freedom or divine grace.

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Renew Our Days as Days of Old

Zach Truboff in Lehrhaus · 5 May 2022

The author shares a personal story about visiting an elderly cousin who was a rabbi, a Holocaust survivor, and a Satmar Hasid.

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Religious Zionism: Beyond Left and Right

Zach Truboff in Lehrhaus · 3 Jun 2021

The article discusses the divide within Zionism between the "Pesach Jews" on the Left and the "Purim Jews" on the Right.

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Religious Zionism: Beyond Left and Right

Zach Truboff in Lehrhaus · 3 Jun 2021

In "Religious Zionism: Beyond Left and Right," the author discusses the divided perspectives within Zionism.

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“This Is Prayer”: Hitbodedut In Rav Shagar’s and Rav Elhanan Nir’s Writings

Jeremy Tibbetts in Lehrhaus · 4 Feb 2020

In this discussion on hitbodedut in the writings of Rav Shagar and Rav Elhanan Nir, the concept of hitbodedut, a form of Jewish meditation associated with Bratzlav Hasidut, is explored as a practice that enhances prayer by fostering attentiveness and intention.

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The New Jewish Philosophy of Rav Shagar

Miriam Feldmann Kaye in Lehrhaus · 11 Dec 2017

Rav Shagar, a significant Jewish thinker, resonates with many in today's postmodern world due to his innovative approach of integrating traditional Jewish values with postmodern critiques.

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On Subjectivity and Pluralism: Sparks of Rav Shagar’s Thought

Yehuda (Udi) Dvorkin in Lehrhaus · 6 Dec 2017

Yehuda (Udi) Dvorkin reflects on the teachings of Rav Shagar, emphasizing the ongoing publication of his works and the importance of understanding his philosophy.

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The Soul of Man Under Postmodernism: Further comments on Rav Shagar’s contribution

Shalom Carmy in Lehrhaus · 27 Nov 2017

In a discussion about the Jewish thinker Rav Shagar's book "Faith Shattered and Restored: Judaism in the Postmodern Age," Shalom Carmy comments on Rabbi Gil Perl's analysis.

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There Is Nothing New Under the Sun: A Reply to Gil Perl

Gidon Rothstein in Lehrhaus · 23 Nov 2017

Gidon Rothstein responds to Rabbi Dr. Gil Perl's essay, highlighting their shared background influenced by Rabbi Aharon Lichtenstein's teachings but differing on certain points.

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In Search of Modern Orthodoxy

Rafi Eis in Lehrhaus · 20 Nov 2017

Rabbi Dr. Gil Perl reflects on his journey within Modern Orthodoxy, initially inspired by Rabbi Aharon Lichtenstein, but ultimately seeking more certainty in his faith.

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Postmodern Orthodoxy: Giving Voice to a New Generation

Gil Perl in Lehrhaus · 6 Nov 2017

In "Postmodern Orthodoxy: Giving Voice to a New Generation" by Gil Perl, the focus is on addressing the challenges faced by Modern Orthodox Millennials, particularly those returning from secular universities to Orthodox institutions feeling a sense of foreignness amidst differing worldviews.

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The Earth-Shattering Faith of Rav Shagar

Zach Truboff in Lehrhaus · 3 Jul 2017

Rav Shagar, a unique and influential Israeli thinker, sought to bridge the gap between Torah truths and modern/postmodern culture, addressing contemporary intellectual and spiritual challenges through the lenses of Hasidut, Kabbalah, and philosophy.

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God, Torah, Self: Accepting the Yoke of Heaven in the Writings of Rav Shagar

Levi Morrow in Lehrhaus · 26 May 2017

Rav Shagar, an influential thinker in Israel's Dati Leumi community, focused on the concept of accepting the yoke of Heaven in his teachings.

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