Shalom Hartman Institute

eJewishPhilanthropy · 19 Sep

Yehuda Kurtzer, president of the Shalom Hartman Institute, articulates the urgent need for more rabbis in North America amidst current Jewish historical challenges.

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Israel at War – Antisemitism, Anti-Zionism, and Anti-Zionist Jews

For Heaven's Sake · 21 Aug

Yossi Klein Halevi discusses the rise of anti-Zionist sentiment during the 10-month war with Hamas, noting its impact on global and North American Jewry.

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From the archives: How to mark the Tisha b'Av holiday of mourning after Oct. 7

The CJN Daily with Ellin Bessner · 12 Aug

Tisha b'Av, observed on August 12, is a solemn day in Jewish tradition commemorating the destruction of the First and Second Temples in Jerusalem centuries apart.

0 Jewish Law Politics

When the political stakes are high, Judaism doesn’t place all the responsibility on a single charismatic leader

Rabbi Justus Baird in JTA · 3 Jul

The article discusses the reflections on democracy within the context of Judaism, particularly in the current political landscape in the United States and Israel.

0 Israel Leadership

Israel Today A Wide Open Conversation with Yossi Klein Halevi and Amy E Schwartz

MomentMag · 3 May

Yossi Klein Halevi and Amy E. Schwartz discuss current events in Israel, including a contentious government and a divided population, in a wide-ranging conversation.

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Israel Today: A Wide-Open Conversation with Yossi Klein Halevi and Amy E. Schwartz

Moment in Moment · 2 May

Yossi Klein Halevi, a senior fellow at the Shalom Hartman Institute in Jerusalem, recently engaged in a conversation with Amy E. Schwartz, the Opinion and Book Editor of Moment magazine, discussing the current situation in Israel, including a controversial government and a society facing internal divisions.

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Connecting Jewish Identity with Jewish Values with Donniel Hartman and Sarah Breger

Moment in Moment · 11 Apr

Rabbi Dr. Donniel Hartman, president of the Shalom Hartman Institute, discusses in his book "Who Are the Jews And Who Can We Become" the two strands of Jewish life: Genesis Judaism, focusing on belonging to a group, and Exodus Judaism, based on commandments and values.

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Bernie Steinberg, 78, a Harvard Hillel director who promoted pluralism, and courted controversy, to the end

Andrew Silow-Carroll in Forward · 16 Jan

Harvard Hillel's former director, Bernie Steinberg, passed away at the age of 78.

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Bernie Steinberg, a Harvard Hillel director who promoted pluralism, dies at 78

Andrew Silow-Carroll in JTA · 16 Jan

Bernie Steinberg, former director of Harvard Hillel, has passed away at the age of 78.

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Yossi Klein Halevi: What’s Next: The Future of Liberal Zionism

18forty · 26 Dec 2023

Yossi Klein Halevi, a senior fellow at the Shalom Hartman Institute, explores the future of liberal Zionism in an episode of the 18Forty Podcast.

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Yossi Klein Halevi: What’s Next: The Future of Liberal Zionism

18forty · 26 Dec 2023

In this episode of the 18Forty Podcast, host Yossi Klein Halevi, a senior fellow at the Shalom Hartman Institute, discusses the future of liberal Zionism.

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Conservative movement is suspending its Israel gap-year program, citing budget woes and ‘recruitment challenges’

Jackie Hajdenberg in Forward · 21 Dec 2023

The Conservative movement is suspending its Israel gap-year program, Nativ, due to budget issues and recruitment challenges.

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In wartime Israel, everyone does their part — even if that means cooking dinner in a parking garage

ALanger in Forward · 2 Dec 2023

In Jerusalem, a school parking garage is being used as a makeshift kitchen to provide meals for deployed soldiers, kibbutz evacuees, and others in need during the war.

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Every soldier has a mother. And each has her own story.

Odeya Rosenband in Forward · 1 Dec 2023

In this article, the author reflects on the experiences of Israeli mothers during the ongoing war between Israel and Hamas.

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Bridging Divisions During Wartime

Hillel Kuttler in Tablet · 13 Nov 2023

In this article, the author explores how division and differences among Jewish Israelis are bridged during times of crisis, particularly in response to external threats.

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This war is just even though it’s brutal. Jewish leaders need to be ready to defend it

Nora Berman in Forward · 17 Oct 2023

The author, Yehuda Kurtzer, describes the current situation in Israel as a just war against Hamas, and emphasizes the importance of standing in solidarity with the Israeli people.

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You don't have to be in New York to stand up for Israel's democracy

Nora Berman in Forward · 20 Sep 2023

Rabbi Charlie Cytron-Walker, who experienced being held hostage in a Texas synagogue, urges diaspora Jews to stand in solidarity with Israelis who are protesting threats to their democracy.

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Can we be optimistic about Israel? With Yossi Klein Halevi

Call Me Back · 11 Sep 2023

Yossi Klein Halevi, a senior fellow at the Shalom Hartman Institute in Jerusalem, discusses the forthcoming book "The Genius of Israel" co-authored with Saul Singer, which explores Israel's resilience in a turbulent world.

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Back to school is upon us. But do Jewish day schools actually work?

The CJN Daily with Ellin Bessner · 24 Aug 2023

The discussion revolves around the efficacy and value of Jewish day schools in building Jewish identity compared to other forms of Jewish education like after-school programs, summer camps, and Birthright trips.

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Is it OK if your seder plate is made in China?

The CJN Daily with Ellin Bessner · 5 Apr 2023

Jewish people are questioning the significance of Judaica items, such as seder plates and kiddush cups, that are manufactured in places like China or India rather than by Jewish artisans.

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The top Jewish podcast changes the narrative on Jews who leave the Hasidic world

Mira Fox in Forward · 7 Dec 2022

The Shalom Hartman Institute has released a new podcast called "Heretic in the House" that explores what happens when people leave the Hasidic world.

0 Communities Ethics

Communal Rebuilding after Sexual Abuse: Beyond the Limits of Teshuvah

Sources · 2 Dec 2022

The article explores the complex process of rebuilding Jewish communities after instances of sexual abuse and harassment are revealed.

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Family Feud

Bonjour Chai · 18 Nov 2022

Following Benjamin Netanyahu's return in Israel's elections, concerns have arisen over a likely far-right coalition placing controversial figures Bezalel Smotrich and Itamar Ben-Gvir in power.

0 Communities Gender/Identity

Shul is Such a Drag

Bonjour Chai · 1 Sep 2022

The text discusses a variety of Jewish topics, including a follow-up on the role of day schools in 2022 with Yehuda Kurtzer from the Shalom Hartman Institute, questioning the definition of success and social differentiation.

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Zohar Atkins: Between Philosophy and Torah [Rationality 5/5]

18forty · 14 Dec 2021

Zohar Atkins, a philosopher and rabbi, discusses the relationship between philosophy and Torah in Judaism in this episode of the 18Forty Podcast.

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