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The Star Wars story and the story of the Exodus are similar and incredibly popular. Why? A record number of Americans are unhappy with the candidates and the harsh tenor of the campaign. Judaism provides us with a model which can foster civil and productive disagreement.
When Bernie Sanders was posed the question “Senator, do you worry about being the instrument of thwarting history, as Senator Clinton keeps claiming that she will be the first woman president?” he failed to mention the obvious, that he would make history by being the first Jewish president. What should Sander have said?
Despite security concerns, many in the Jewish community have called for the Syrian refugees to be allowed into the U.S. comparing their plight to that of the refuges of the Holocaust. Is this a valid comparison? Is this position indeed the “Jewish position?”
Rosh Hashana Day 1, 5776: Should Rabbis Speak About Politics? (The Iran Deal: The Day After)11/5/2015
What can the prophet Hagi teach us about how we should react to the reality that the proposed deal regarding Iran’s nuclear program will be ratified.
Should we always forgive? And if we are going to forgive how should we?
What can being a fan of a team that has been down and out teach us about Judaism and life?
Many rabbis followed the lead of Noah by failing to address the “Iran Deal” over the High Holidays. While Noah was a righteous man he is not the biblical figure who should serve as our role model. Shockingly, these rabbis can learn from Howard Stern.
Yom Kippur, Kol Nidre 5774: Wilmington’s Synagogues Set an Example of Unity for the Jewish World7/31/2015
In order for the State of Israel to survive Jews must unite behind her. Wilmington’s synagogues join together in their support of the Jewish homeland. Find out how you can support Israel and reserve your seat in the World to Come.
How should we react to the deal that the P5+1 (US, France, UK, China and Germany) reached with Iran regarding their nuclear program? What can we learn from Moses response to the two tribes who wish to settle on the east bank of the Jordan and what is the connection?
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