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Ivanka Trump Marries Jared Kushner In An Orthodox Ceremony
From Hirhurim: Rav Elyashiv’s rulings hit mainstream media: link Wikipedia striving for balance on divisive issues: link NYC Dept of Health issues poster to wash hands and recite the blessing after using the bathroom: link Ivanka Trump married Jared Kushner … Continue reading
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What Is The Essence Of Judaism?
Rabbi Stewart Weiss writes: Over the last generation, a philosophical battle has been raging over the soul and spirit of Judaism: Is it a religion of love, tolerance and inclusivity or is it rather a religion of strict adherence to … Continue reading
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Torah Talk With Joey & Monica
Here are some highlights from our Sept. 25 discussion of Torah portions Nitzavim and Vayeilich. Watch the whole thing here. Here’s a disjointed and partial transcript of the parts I found most interesting: Luke: "Don’t get creeped out because Joey … Continue reading
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The UnJewish Journal?
Disco Duck emails: Levi, Here is my assessment of the Jewish Journal of Los Angeles. Over time I have noticed that most local Orthodox Rebbeim refer to it as the "unJewish Journal". More than one local Rabbi has given me … Continue reading
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