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Jewish and Israeli News
The Jerusalem Post
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Pope says impeding migrant rescues at sea is ‘gesture of hate’on September 22, 2023 at 6:51 pm
According to the UNHCR, the UN Refugee Agency, about 178,500 migrants have come to Europe in the year to date via the Mediterranean, while about 2,500 died or went missing on the way.
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Netanyahu under fire for using Greater Land of Israel map at UNon September 22, 2023 at 6:44 pm
Netanyahu used the map to illustrate a new era of peace in the Middle East that would include the Palestinians, but critics say he sent the opposite message.
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Will Saudi peace deal impact Israel’s judicial reform protests? – pollon September 22, 2023 at 6:36 pm
The majority of Israelis believe a Saudi deal would neither affect the judicial reform protests nor advance Netanyahu’s political standing.
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Jerusalem elections: A look at five women running for city councilon September 22, 2023 at 5:54 pm
Thirty-eight days before the elections, here are the women making headlines in local Jerusalem politics.
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What will the Israeli-Palestinian conflict look like in 30 years?on September 22, 2023 at 5:53 pm
INSS security expert: Over the next 30 years, Israelis and Palestinians will continue to live here. The question is how?
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Israel Film Archive releases clips of the Yom Kippur Waron September 22, 2023 at 5:52 pm
Many Israelis sent films, which the archive staff have begun to digitize, and many have just been made available on the website.
The Times of Israel
News from Israel, the Middle East, and the Jewish World
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‘Real Housewife’ defiant after Trump shares Rosh Hashanah post against ‘liberal Jews’on September 22, 2023 at 8:06 pm
‘Who cares if they found it offensive?’ says Israeli-born Siggy Flicker, who once voted Democrat before becoming a devotee of the former GOP president, a fellow ex-reality star
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Senior coalition figures reject gestures to Palestinians after Netanyahu’s UN speechon September 22, 2023 at 7:24 pm
Ben Gvir says both far-right parties in the government will bolt if ‘any’ concessions are made; Lapid slams premier for not mentioning Saudi nuclear demands, judicial overhaul
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Ukraine strikes Russia’s naval headquarters in Crimeaon September 22, 2023 at 6:31 pm
Russian defense ministry reports one serviceman missing in missile attack on Sevastopol after initially saying he was killed
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US Senator Menendez, wife charged with bribery over alleged scheme to aid Egypton September 22, 2023 at 5:40 pm
Authorities find over $100,00 in gold bars and $480,000 in cash at home of the New Jersey Democrat, who under caucus rules will have to resign as chair of foreign relations panel
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PM predicts an Israel transformed in Mideast, has no words for internal Israeli peaceon September 22, 2023 at 5:31 pm
In UN address, Netanyahu declares Israel is on ‘cusp’ of peace with Saudi Arabia, sees the breakthrough as personal vindication, makes no mention of his divisive judicial overhaul
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2,000 protest against Netanyahu outside UN as he addresses General Assemblyon September 22, 2023 at 4:44 pm
Israeli- led demonstrators chant ‘democracy’ and ‘we’re not afraid,’ culminating week of rallies against PM’s New York City visit
Jewish Telegraphic Agency
The Global Jewish News Source
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Who is Siggy Flicker, the ‘Real Housewife’ behind Trump’s Rosh Hashanah message condemning ‘liberal Jews’?by Jackie Hajdenberg on September 22, 2023 at 6:22 pm
Siggy Flicker deeply believes what she said: that liberal Jews are a malign presence in the United States. — The post Who is Siggy Flicker, the ‘Real Housewife’ behind Trump’s Rosh Hashanah message condemning ‘liberal Jews’? appeared first on Jewish Telegraphic Agency.
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Netanyahu touts prospects for an agreement with Saudi Arabia — and possibly the Palestinians — in UN speechby Ron Kampeas on September 22, 2023 at 4:48 pm
He also used the end of his 25-minute speech to herald the benefits — and warn of the dangers — of artificial intelligence. — The post Netanyahu touts prospects for an agreement with Saudi Arabia — and possibly the Palestinians — in UN speech appeared first on Jewish Telegraphic Agency.
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A new program addresses a growing opioid crisis in the Bukharian communityby Julia Gergely on September 22, 2023 at 4:44 pm
“Everybody in the community has either been touched by this issue or knows someone that has been touched,” said David Aronov, UJA-Federation of New York’s liaison to the Queens-centered Bukharian community. — The post A new program addresses a growing opioid crisis in the Bukharian community appeared first on Jewish Telegraphic Agency.
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If you’re trying to connect to God on Yom Kippur, here’s a prayer for youby Rabbi Shlomo Zuckier on September 22, 2023 at 4:24 pm
People are complex and multi-faceted, and the way we relate to an infinite God is bound to be too. — The post If you’re trying to connect to God on Yom Kippur, here’s a prayer for you appeared first on Jewish Telegraphic Agency.
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The Jewish Sport Report: How the MLB’s Jewish players will handle Yom Kippur this yearby Jacob Gurvis on September 22, 2023 at 4:01 pm
Plus Chelsea F.C. launches a Jewish fan group and Adidas’ CEO defends Kanye West. — The post The Jewish Sport Report: How the MLB’s Jewish players will handle Yom Kippur this year appeared first on Jewish Telegraphic Agency.
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AI, pluralism and Israel: What North American rabbis spoke about in their High Holiday sermonsby Andrew Silow-Carroll on September 22, 2023 at 2:30 pm
Antisemitism, climate change and book bans also got attention in synagogues this Rosh Hashanah. — The post AI, pluralism and Israel: What North American rabbis spoke about in their High Holiday sermons appeared first on Jewish Telegraphic Agency.
Jewish Thought and Education
My Jewish Learning
Judaism & Jewish Life
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Kiddushin 43by aseitz on September 22, 2023 at 7:53 am
We read in 2 Samuel 11 that one night, as King David was walking on his roof, he spied Bathsheba, … The post Kiddushin 43 appeared first on My Jewish Learning.
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Kiddushin 42by aseitz on September 22, 2023 at 7:46 am
Children inherit their parents’ estate. If a child is not yet the age of majority when this happens, a court … The post Kiddushin 42 appeared first on My Jewish Learning.
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Kiddushin 41by aseitz on September 21, 2023 at 6:17 pm
On today’s daf, we finish the first chapter of Tractate Kiddushin and jump right into chapter 2, which explores more … The post Kiddushin 41 appeared first on My Jewish Learning.
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Kiddushin 40by aseitz on September 21, 2023 at 6:10 pm
When we think of eminent sites of learning and lawmaking, we probably think of marble flooring, high ceilings, stained wood … The post Kiddushin 40 appeared first on My Jewish Learning.
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Modes of Divine Connectionby Ben Harris on September 21, 2023 at 2:19 pm
For those of us who don’t regularly think in theological terms, the High Holiday liturgy can be jarring to read. … The post Modes of Divine Connection appeared first on My Jewish Learning.
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Israel’s El Al Airlines’ New Menu Sounds Incredibleby Evelyn Frick on September 21, 2023 at 1:00 pm
“What’s the deal with airplane food?” When Jerry Seinfeld first made this joke, he probably never imagined that a possible … The post Israel’s El Al Airlines’ New Menu Sounds Incredible appeared first on My Jewish Learning.
Blogs
Deborah Fripp’s Blog on The Times of Israel
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Broken Glass, Preserved Memoryby Deborah Fripp on November 3, 2022 at 1:50 pm
Please don’t let them find out I’m Jewish. Please don’t let them find out I’m Jewish. It is November 10, 1938, and Margot Gunther (Jeremias) is riding the train to school. It’s an hour ride from her home in Hoffenheim, Germany to Heidelberg where her…
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When it’s an attack on your own communityby Deborah Fripp on January 17, 2022 at 8:21 am
I awoke on Sunday morning in Singapore to the news that another synagogue was under attack. The rabbi and several congregants of a synagogue in Texas were being held hostage by an unknown assailant. An old story, a repeated story – Jews under attack for…
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How to Teach Race Relations: Lessons from Holocaust Educationby Deborah Fripp on November 17, 2021 at 9:32 am
A group of 7th graders sit in a circle, white kids in the center, black and brown kids on the outside. They have been sorted by a “privilege” score assigned based on the color of their skin. The white students are trying to find a…
Union for Reform Judaism Posts
Jewish Learning
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Take a Tour of the Torah!by jemerman on October 4, 2022 at 2:22 pm
Take a Tour of the Torah! jemerman October 4, 2022 Read more about Take a Tour of the Torah! Torah usually refers to the Pentateuch, the first five books of the Hebrew Bible – Genesis, Exodus, Leviticus, Numbers, and Deuteronomy. Running through these stories is the unique lens through which the Jewish people would come to view their world and their God.
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Weaving Together Formal and Lived Jewish Educationby jemerman on August 16, 2022 at 3:20 pm
Weaving Together Formal and Lived Jewish Education jemerman August 16, 2022 Education Image I’m a self-proclaimed book worm. Since I could read, my default setting has been to research anything new at the library before implementing it. However, adulthood has taught me that some of the best lessons are learned after acting and truly living, which is why Rabbi Yanklowitz’s perspective so resonates with me. Even so, I always start new adventures by studying.
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The Blessings of Adult Education: Far More than Knowledgeby sdolgov on August 9, 2022 at 6:55 pm
The Blessings of Adult Education: Far More than Knowledge sdolgov August 9, 2022 Education Image Lifelong learning, however, can be easier said than done. For many, as they enter adulthood, with its competing demands and obligations, setting aside time for learning – and especially for Jewish learning – can be challenging indeed.
Israel
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What We Gain From Interfaith Dialogue: Project Understandingby jemerman on April 26, 2023 at 3:28 pm
What We Gain From Interfaith Dialogue: Project Understanding jemerman April 26, 2023 Israel Image What happens when you take six Jewish teens and six Catholic teens to Israel? This was the very question that Roger Tilles and the late Fr. Tom Hartman hoped to answer in 1988 when they organized Project Understanding.
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Israel at 75: Forging the Path Togetherby jemerman on April 22, 2023 at 1:30 am
Israel at 75: Forging the Path Together jemerman April 21, 2023 Israel Image In November 2006, I set out with a pack on my back to walk the Land. I knew that before I enlisted in the Israel Defense Forces, I wanted a more intimate relationship with the country that I had made my home.
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Celebrating the Trailblazing Mothers of Zionismby jemerman on April 13, 2023 at 4:58 am
Celebrating the Trailblazing Mothers of Zionism jemerman April 13, 2023 Israel Image While many are acquainted with the “fathers” of modern Zionism (Theodore Herzl, Leon Pinsker, David Ben Gurion, and others) early women Zionists have been largely overlooked. Their contributions to Zionism and Jewish kibbutzim were vital to establishing the state of Israel. It’s time that their work was celebrated and recognized.
Jewish Holidays
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Enhancing Mitzvot on Simchat Torah with Three Nature Crafts for Childrenby jemerman on September 18, 2023 at 8:24 pm
Enhancing Mitzvot on Simchat Torah with Three Nature Crafts for Children jemerman September 18, 2023 Family Activities Image As summer changes to autumn in St. Louis, we seek ways to find nature-based connections…
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Simple Ways to Make Yom Kippur Meaningful at Home with Young Childrenby jemerman on September 13, 2023 at 3:33 pm
Simple Ways to Make Yom Kippur Meaningful at Home with Young Children jemerman September 13, 2023 High Holidays Image As the high holidays approach, we are reminded that there are so many meaningful Jewish moments to celebrate. Within the joy and ruach (spirit) of holidays like Rosh Hashanah, Sukkot, and Simchat Torah, lies the solemn and serious Yom Kippur. There are a myriad of ways to make Yom Kippur meaningful for young children, for whom especially, Yom Kippur is not an easy holiday to understand.
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Sukkot and the Spirituality of Sustainabilityby jemerman on August 31, 2023 at 7:29 pm
Sukkot and the Spirituality of Sustainability jemerman August 31, 2023 Environment and Climate Change Image Ten years ago, Ron Schulhof and Michelle Sterling, two congregants who were serving as volunteers on our village’s sustainability board, approached me with an intriguing proposal: make WRT the first local house of worship to go zero-waste.
