Yerushalayim

Cindy Scarr in Mishpacha · 17 Sep

Issue 1029 of "The Moment" features a series of events highlighting the recent visit of several prominent gedolei haTorah from Israel to North America, including Rav Dovid Cohen and Rav Shimon Galai, primarily to support yeshivos in Israel.

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The Moment: Issue 1022

Cindy Scarr in Mishpacha · 30 Jul

Rav Binyamin Finkel, the mashgiach of Yeshivas Mir, expressed guilt for not being at full strength to provide proper support to people seeking his guidance, emphasizing his concern for others.

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Concierge Service

Cindy Scarr in Mishpacha · 18 Jun

The text discusses the concept of "menuchas hanefesh" or inner peace, likening it to a concierge service where all needs are tended to effortlessly.

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The Rabbi’s Daughter

Cindy Scarr in Mishpacha · 9 Jun

"The Rabbi's Daughter" recounts a visit to Yerushalayim with the author's parents who recently made aliyah.

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Creating A Refuge // How an accidental yeshivah turned into a much-needed beis midrash for older bachurim

Ami Magazine in Ami · 5 Jun

Rav Yitzchok Soloveitchik, a scion of the Beis Halevi, established a renowned kollel in Jerusalem that started as a yeshivah for American bachurim.

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Yirmi Beron // TCS (Total Communications Solutions) Israel

Nesanel Gantz in Ami · 5 Jun

Yirmi Beron of TCS Israel is known for his dedication to providing life-saving gear for soldiers and addressing their families' basic needs.

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Final Indignity

Cindy Scarr in Mishpacha · 28 May

The article discusses the release of a video depicting the kidnapping of female IDF soldiers by Hamas, drawing parallels to historical Jewish tragedies.

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Educate a Child According to His Way // Rabbi Yeshayahu Weber, a mechanech with over 50 years of experience, discusses the state of chinuch today

Rabbi Eliezer Brand in Ami · 28 Feb

Rabbi Yeshayahu Weber, a seasoned teacher in chinuch with over 50 years of experience, sheds light on the challenges in education today.

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2/17/24 – Shiur 456 – The Brisker Rov zt"l and Medinas Yisroel | Rav Shach zt"l and the IDF (צה"ל) – What did they really hold?

Halacha Headlines · 16 Feb

The text discusses the perspectives of prominent Jewish figures like the Brisker Rov and Rav Shach regarding interactions with the State of Israel and its military (IDF).

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Yerushalayim, Your City

Cindy Scarr in Mishpacha · 30 Jan

This article explores the concept of Yerushalayim (Jerusalem) as a city in ruins, despite its current state of vibrancy and development.

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The Hamas Atrocities from the Perspective of Halachah // A conversation with noted Yerushalmi posek Rav Moshe Brandsdorfer

Rabbi Yitzchok Frankfurter in Ami · 3 Jan

In a conversation with Rav Moshe Brandsdorfer, a respected posek, he discusses various halachic questions that have arisen due to the recent Hamas attacks in Israel.

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12/23/23 – Shiur 448 – Is Israel an “occupier” of Palestinian land? Who owns “from the River to the Sea”?

Halacha Headlines · 22 Dec 2023

In this discussion, the question of whether Israel is an occupier of Palestinian land is explored.

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10/14/23 – Shiur 438 – עת צרה היא ליעקב וממנה יושע – The Torah outlook and our responsibility

Halacha Headlines · 13 Oct 2023

In this Shiur, various Jewish leaders discuss different aspects of the current situation in Israel.

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Our Tenth Aliyaversary

David Olivestone in Jewish Action · 19 Jun 2023

The author reflects on their positive experience after making aliyah to Israel with their wife.

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Zionism

Mitchel R. Aeder in Jewish Action · 19 Jun 2023

The author reflects on their relationship with Zionism and Israel as an American Jew.

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2/4/23 – Shiur 406 – Is Kovea Ittim only for the wealthy and brilliant?

Halacha Headlines · 3 Feb 2023

In this shiur, the discussion focuses on the concept of kovea ittim, or setting designated times for Torah learning.

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What’s The Truth About . . . David Hamelech Being Unable To Build The Beit Hamikdash?

Rabbi Ari Z. Zivotofsky in Jewish Action · 20 May 2022

King David desired to build the Beit Hamikdash, but God communicated through the prophet Natan that it was not meant for David to build it, but rather for his son Shlomo.

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A Personal Reminiscence

Julius Berman in Jewish Action · 27 Aug 2015

Rav Betzalel Zolty, chief rabbi of Jerusalem, compared his deep sense of loss upon the passing of his colleague, Rav Elimelech Bar-Shaul, to Dovid HaMelech's distress over Yehonatan, highlighting the irreplaceable bond of brotherhood.

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A Personal Reminiscence

Julius Berman in Jewish Action · 27 Aug 2015

Rav Betzalel Zolty, in a eulogy for Rav Elimelech Bar-Shaul, referred to the unique bond between individuals like brothers, highlighting the irreplaceable nature of such relationships.

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IF I FORGET THEE, O JERUSALEM

Adina Hershberg in Jewish Action · 8 Jul 2012

After the destruction of the Beit Hamikdash, Jewish Sages established customs to remember Jerusalem and the Temple to ensure that joy would be incomplete without their presence.

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