Tikkun Olam

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Sapir · 1 May 2021

The debate between particularism and universalism in Jewish thought has been ongoing since Jews emerged from the ghettos in the 19th century.

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Reclaiming Biblical Social Justice

Sapir · 1 May 2021

The article discusses the concept of social justice in biblical terms and distinguishes it from modern ideologies like socialism.

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Jews and the Dilemmas of Social Justice

Sapir · 1 Apr 2021

This text discusses the complex relationship between Jews and social justice movements.

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Judaism and the Politics of Tikkun Olam

Sapir · 1 Apr 2021

The article discusses the multifaceted nature of Judaism and its different perspectives on social justice.

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Rabbi Sacks on Contemporary Issues

JA Mag in Jewish Action · 18 Feb 2021

Rabbi Jonathan Sacks emphasized the dangers of victimhood and the importance of personal responsibility and relationships in his reflections on the future of British society and liberal democracies.

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Eli Rubin: How do Mysticism and Social Action Interact? [Social Justice 3/3]

18forty · 5 Jan 2021

In this episode of the 18Forty Podcast, writer and researcher Eli Rubin discusses the relationship between mysticism and social action in Judaism.

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A Eulogy for Rabbi Jonathan Sacks: Teaching us how to take on the world

Nathan Diament in Lehrhaus · 17 Nov 2020

Rabbi Jonathan Sacks, a beloved teacher and mentor, had a profound impact on many people, including the author Nathan J. Diament.

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Talking About the Election With Your Kids

Marjorie Ingall in Tablet · 22 Oct 2020

Teaching children about the importance of voting and civic engagement is crucial.

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Craig Newmark of Craigslist fame is stepping up to the plate from self-isolation

Matthew Kassel in Jewish Insider · 29 Apr 2020

Craig Newmark, the philanthropic founder of Craigslist, is taking action during the pandemic, particularly concerned about the rise of online antisemitism and bigotry.

0 Culture Jewish Law

A New Leaf

Madison Margolin in Tablet · 12 Dec 2018

Jews have been increasingly involved in the cannabis industry and culture worldwide, with Israel leading in medical research and North American Jews catching up due to legalization.

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Buying Art With a Purpose

Alexandra Pucciarelli in Tablet · 25 Jul 2018

Alix Greenberg's innovative platform, ArtSugar, blends art collecting with tikkun olam by donating 5 percent of each sale to a charity chosen by buyers from a diverse list.

0 Politics Antisemitism

Palestinian Lives Matter

Liel Leibovitz in Tablet · 23 May 2018

The author laments the manipulation of Palestinians by terrorist organizations and criticizes those who prioritize condemning Israel over acknowledging the suffering of Palestinians.

0 Communities Gender/Identity

Opinion | Stop Calling Me A ‘Black Jew’

Forward · 15 Jan 2018

Tamar Manasseh shares her perspective on being labeled as a "black Jew" and discusses the complexities she faces as a Black person within the Jewish community.

0 Politics Antisemitism

How Obama Was Our Most Jewish President — And Trump Our Least

Forward · 28 Sep 2017

The article discusses the contrasting approaches of Presidents Obama and Trump towards Jewish values and perspectives.

0 Culture Science

Tupperware Parties—for Pot

Marjorie Ingall in Tablet · 15 Sep 2017

Society Jane, based in San Francisco, offers a different approach to cannabis consumption for women, focusing on organic and sustainably produced products with consistent and manageable doses.

0 Jewish Law Torah

Is ‘Tikkun Olam’ for the Betterment of the World, or Just for the Betterment of Divorce?

Adam Kirsch in Tablet · 26 Jan 2016

The discussion revolves around the concept of "tikkun olam," which traditionally meant implementing Jewish laws practically and fairly, then evolved into a mystical process of rectifying a broken world, eventually taking on a social justice and political dimension in the last half-century.

0 Holocaust Ethics

Four Lessons in Virtue from Martin Luther King, Jr.

MaNishtana in Tablet · 15 Jan 2016

The article discusses four key lessons in virtue that Jews can learn from Martin Luther King, Jr., beyond the often-referenced connection to Rabbi Abraham Joshua Heschel.

0 Television/Film Politics

A Conversation With Gillian Laub

Elisa Albert in Tablet · 9 Oct 2015

Photographer Gillian Laub spent 12 years documenting a community in Mount Vernon, Georgia, known for one of the last segregated proms in America, which led to her HBO documentary "Southern Rites" and a published book.

0 Education Leadership

Rabbi Aharon Lichtenstein on The Future of American Orthodoxy

Aharon Lichtenstein in Jewish Action · 12 Aug 2015

Rabbi Aharon Lichtenstein discusses the future of American Orthodoxy, highlighting the need to focus on internal challenges such as defections and the lack of strong leadership, as well as the importance of spiritual and moral growth within the community.

0 Holocaust Politics

Black America Is Under Terror and I Want To Be Part of the Solution

Merissa Nathan Gerson in Tablet · 18 Jun 2015

The author, reflecting on the recent shooting in Charleston targeting African Americans, draws parallels to the historical Jewish experience of oppression and displacement.

0 Holidays Jewish Law

Learning About the Birds and the Bees—and the Jews—on Rosh Hashanah

Merissa Nathan Gerson in Tablet · 29 Aug 2013

The text explores the connection between bees, sexual energy, and Jewish sexual laws, particularly around abstinence and intention in sexual engagement.

0 Politics Jewish Law

Why Are Jews Liberals?

Ruth R. Wisse in Tablet · 10 Sep 2009

The discussion on why American Jews tend to lean towards liberalism touches on various perspectives.

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