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The Halachic and Emotional Implications of Redeeming Captives
When people are taken hostage, it is important to consider the circumstances that surround it…
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Spiritual Responses to the Israel-Iran War
“I tell you there is nothing to be afraid of. We have Hashem… “
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Getting Through Grief from a Torah Perspective
Death. Heartache. Loss. Grief is not the easiest subject to broach, but it is one that creeps into many people’s lives, whether we expect it or not. It is unfortunately a very timely subject for our people at the moment. It comes in different forms and can strike young and old alike. While painful for…
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Why Do the Chosen People Have to Suffer so Much?
When terrible things happen, we often wonder why G-d, who we understand as being merciful, allows catastrophes…
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On the Roots of Antisemitism and the Uniqueness of the Jewish People
Why the Jews? It’s a question that has been asked throughout the ages, it’s the title of academic papers, and entire books…
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If Hashem Is Everywhere, Why Do We Need a Holy Land?
“Hashem is here, Hashem is there, Hashem is truly everywhere” – so goes the children’s song that many of us grew up singing. The question arises: if Hashem really is everywhere, then what is the significance of a Holy Land? Why do we need Eretz Yisrael, and what is its unique status? How can we…
