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Should The Orthodox Ordain Women?

Orthodox rabbi Gil Student writes: On Sunday March 21st, 2009, Rabbi Avi Weiss conferred Yoreh Yoreh ordination on his congregational intern, Ms. Sara Hurwitz. The official certificate does not use the term rabbi but instead Rabbi Weiss invented a new … Continue reading

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Do Not Call Yourself A Journalist, Bitch!

Jim Jones emails: "Your attacks on Rabbi Weiss would be laughable if they didn’t have the potential to do so much harm to the man. Your IM conversation with "Joe" illustrates your flawed reasoning and complete lack of journalistic skills … Continue reading

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The Ways and Means Of Rabbi Abner Weiss

He’s a smart guy. He has two PhDs. He’s a good speaker. He’s affectionate. He can talk to the world. He was runner-up to be the Chief Rabbi of the British Commonwealth. Abner Weiss is not only a pulpit rabbi, … Continue reading

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The Rabbi Is Back

The rabbi is back. He wants to see you in his office. The rabbi is back. He’ll see you now. The rabbi is back. "Do you mind dropping your trousers?" The rabbi is back. "I’ve never done a hatafat dam … Continue reading

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Roland Arnall Memorial Service At Sinai Temple 1 PM

Roland Arnall was the godfather of subprime lending and Shalhevet’s major benefactor. He left behind a wife and a blind son in Pico/Robertson who claims to be a rabbi. Steve Katz emails: I hope you are attending the memorial for … Continue reading

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