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How Important Was R. Avigdor Miller?

Posted on April 30, 2012 by Luke Ford

Rabbi Avigdor Miller is the favorite contemporary rabbi of several friends of mine. I ask historian Marc B. Shapiro: “How important a rabbi was Avigdor Miller? Would you ever do a class on him?” Marc replies: “He was not important … Continue reading →

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Founder Of Aish HaTorah Dies

Posted on February 5, 2009 by Luke Ford

Aish HaTorah is the most significant outreach organization for Orthodox Judaism (along with Chabad). They are a machine. They bring people in, they love them, and they help them rebuild their lives in the light of the Torah. And this … Continue reading →

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Yeshiva University Winter Appeal for Students

Posted on December 24, 2008 by Luke Ford

A friend says: "Is a "trajectory of exceptional growth" the Modern Orthodox term for losing $110m?" Here’s the letter: Dear Yeshiva University Community: This has certainly been both an extraordinary and unusual year. In spite of the economic turmoil, our … Continue reading →

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Good News For Jewish Day Schools

Posted on September 16, 2008 by Luke Ford

Marvin Schick writes: In the best of economic times, most Jewish schools struggle to meet their obligations and they are not able to provide or forced to cut back on services and educational options that would enhance the learning experience. … Continue reading →

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