Category Archives: Marc B. Shapiro

Modern Orthodox Demographics

Posted on March 21, 2012 by Luke Ford

In his fifth lecture on the Steipler for Torah in Motion, professor Marc B. Shapiro says: Modern Orthodox is larger than haredim. Modern is larger in Israel, about 20-25% of the population. The haredim are about 11%. The Modern are … Continue reading →

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Modern Orthodox Always In For A Party

Posted on March 21, 2012 by Luke Ford

In his fifth lecture on the Steipler for Torah in Motion, professor Marc B. Shapiro says: “In the last ten years, upsherin (party to cut for the first time a three year old boy’s hair) has become popular in the … Continue reading →

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Christian Science For Jews

Posted on March 21, 2012 by Luke Ford

In his fifth lecture on the Steipler for Torah in Motion, professor Marc B. Shapiro says: The Steipler thinks that for special people, it’s OK to follow the Ramban‘s view that you don’t need to go to the doctor. The … Continue reading →

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Rav Menashe Klein – Most Extreme Writer On Jewish Law

Posted on March 21, 2012 by Luke Ford

In his fifth lecture on the Steipler for Torah in Motion, professor Marc B. Shapiro says: “Menashe Klein was a genius, and the most extreme and fanatical of anyone writing halacha today.” “Menashe Klein wants to recreate the way things … Continue reading →

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The Victory Of The Orthodox Jewish Extremists

Posted on March 21, 2012 by Luke Ford

In his fourth lecture on the Steipler for Torah in Motion, professor Marc B. Shapiro says: “Why are so many extremist figures leaders in our era? Rav Ahron Kotler, the Steipler, Rav Shach. “People are looking for extremism. Moderation is … Continue reading →

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