Tag: Talmud Torah

In this letter to the editor, the author responds to Tzvi Goldstein's discussion of Centrist Orthodox and Haredi Orthodox approaches in Judaism.
The article discusses the differences between Centrist Orthodox and Yeshivish Orthodox approaches to Judaism.
The author reflects on the process of planning a wedding compared to the planning of an engagement, highlighting the detailed emphasis on the laws of engagement (kiddushin) in Jewish law.
In a midsummer roundup of Jews in sports, key highlights include Israel's qualification for Olympic soccer, a Jewish addition to the NBA with Amari Bailey drafted to the Charlotte Hornets, NHL drafting Canadian Jewish hockey player Andrew Cristall, and a discussion on Jewish moments in cycling, such as a righteous-gentile racing cyclist and the antisemitic origins of the Tour de France.
The article discusses the beginnings of the Baal Teshuvah movement and the development of NCSY (National Conference of Synagogue Youth) as a youth movement in American Orthodox synagogues.
The Koren Tanakh MaalotMagerman Edition is a new translation of the Jewish Bible that aims to capture the original text for a broad contemporary audience.
The article explores the Mesorah Speech given by Rabbi Joseph B. Soloveitchik, known as the Rav, and its significance.
Rabbi Aharon Lichtenstein, a renowned Jewish scholar and leader, wrote a book titled "Henry More: The Rational Theology of a Cambridge Platonist" which is based on his doctoral dissertation.
Antony Blinken, President-elect Joe Biden's pick for Secretary of State, has a notable Yiddish writer in his lineage.
Rabbinic doctrine suggests that each fetus is taught the entirety of the Torah while in the womb, only to forget it upon birth.
"Halakhah: The Rabbinic Idea of Law" by Chaim Saiman explores Jewish law as a broader concept beyond mere regulation of conduct, delving into talmud Torah, philosophy, politics, education, spirituality, and ethics.
The article responds to Judah Goldberg's call to enhance women's Torah study by addressing the need to understand the existing motivations and assumptions shaping the current state of women's Torah education.
The text presents a symposium on women's roles in Orthodox Judaism, focusing on their religious experiences and how to support them throughout their lives in fostering a relationship with God.
The author passionately advocates for women's participation in in-depth Torah study within batei midrash, despite challenges and limitations in the traditional educational system.
The article discusses the ongoing debate around the inclusion of women in intensive Torah study, particularly focusing on the need to update communal attitudes and practices.
In this article, Aryeh Klapper reflects on his deep connection to the teachings of Rabbi Joseph B. Soloveitchik, known as "the Rav," and discusses the challenges of translating the Rav's works for a new generation.