Category Archives: Rabbis

The Death Of A Giant

Rabbi Michael Broyde writes about the passing of Emmanuel Rackman: Rabbi Emanuel Rackman’s vigorous work and dedication to so many projects, even when he was well into his nineties, gave me reason to hope that his contributions would never cease. … Continue reading

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Jerusalem’s Rabbi Mickey Rosen Has Died

He presided over the liberal Yakar synagogue. He was the primary teacher for Reb Mimi Feigelson of American Jewish University. Blog: I was deeply upset to hear a few minutes ago that Rabbi Meir (Mickey) Rosen passed away last night. … Continue reading

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I Want To Be A Rebbe

Hat tip Hirhurim: Chakira writes: "For many people in the Hassidic world, the excesses and people magazine style lives of Rebbes seem corrupt, meaningless, venal and lacking in spiritual content. Indeed, many of my Hungarian friends began life with a … Continue reading

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Rabbi’s Son Rediscovers Judaism By Going To Church

From JewishSF.com: After experiencing a crisis of faith, Benyamin Cohen found a unique way to rekindle his enthusiasm for Judaism. He spent a year touring Bible Belt churches. Cohen’s new book, “My Jesus Year: A Rabbi’s Son Wanders the Bible … Continue reading

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Blogs, Rabbis & The Power Of Information

"Rabbis are the rock stars of Jewish life," says Jewish Journal Editor Rob Eshman. At the top of the Jewish social circle, the best rabbis get access to the best information. People feel it a privilege to share hot scoops … Continue reading

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