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Category Archives: Yeshiva
Orthodox Yeshiva Claims ‘Philosophy Of Inclusiveness’
Allan Nadler writes in the Forward: "In addition to Feldman, one is reminded of, say, journalist Andrew Sullivan’s sad mewing about the Catholic Church’s rejection of his choice to live, and advocate for, an openly gay life. Closer to home, … Continue reading
Y.U. Rabbis Talk God
One thing that surprised me when I entered Jewish life was how little Jews, even religious Jews, spoke about God. Sure, they might say "Baruch HaShem" a lot but they rarely spoke spontaneously about God. I’ve met over a dozen … Continue reading
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Yeshivish Lingo
Eva writes: Here are a few terms which many people never even heard before. As yeshivish people we have labels for absolutely everyone. It’s the only way to know about a person’s over-all personality and hashkafah. If you say it’s … Continue reading
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Yeshiva University Vs. Yeshivat Chovevei Torah
There has been a noted war of words between supporters of Yeshiva University and Yeshivat Chovevei Torah (YCT). There were the harsh remarks of Howard Jonas about YU at the YCT dinner several years ago. On the other side, Rabbi … Continue reading
A Guide To Yeshivot
Eva writes: Peakskille and Riverdale: quote and quote has a good name- which is only believed by the people who go there. Extremely elitist snotty yeshiva- it’s mostly wealthy people who are wannabe yeshivish. You can see these boys all … Continue reading