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“This decision is a victory for all religious schools in the state of New Jersey, but it is especially important for Orthodox Jews,” stated Eric Rassbach of the nonprofit firm Becket.
By Jewish News Syndicate (JNS)
Israel is an anomaly in the data with almost an even split between those who say belief in God is and isn’t a prerequisite for morality.
The program sends Modern Orthodox, Religious Zionist rabbis, and educators to serve in communal and educational leadership positions in Jewish communities around the world.
The Tzohar hotline will be staffed by trained rabbis and social workers 24 hours a day, six days a week.
This is an unprecedented American-Jewish leadership response to the spread of Coronavirus by the Bergen County Jewish leadership.
It's nice when we do good and feel good. Yet, sometimes, we do what we know is right and good and don't feel very good while doing it. Our head says "this is the right thing to do" and our heart says " I don't want to do this." What do we do with ourselves when our head and heart conflict?
There’s a saying that you can lead a horse to water, but you can’t make him drink. That’s not completely true. If you give the horse salt, he becomes thirsty enough to drink. On today’s episode of Leap of Faith, Penina speaks with Akiva Holinger who shares his journey from the Mennonite faith to Orthodox Judaism and how his thirst for Truth led him there. Join us for another inspirational episode of Leap of Faith you don’t want to miss.
The Purim story has so many significant themes whose lessons can be life changing. One of those themes is the choices that we make and how they not only change us, but reverberate outwards. At times, we may not recognize how significant even small actions can be. Ultimately, we are made by our choices and can make the choice to be a player in G-d'd divine plan.
Something is happening in the world today – not only are Jews turning towards torah, but so are Christians, and Today’s guest, Dr. Rivkah Lambert Adler claims that this is in direct fulfillment of the prophecy of Zechariah 8:23. Join me in this fascinating interview as I talk with Rivkah about what’s going on!
For most of us, the word “siddur” is synonymous with the word “liturgy”. It conjures up images of people mindlessly reading words from a book without any heart or passion. Most of us don’t think of the siddur as a spiritual journey, but on this episode of Leap of Faith, Penina will be speaking with Rabbi Daniel Kohn, who will be talking about just that – the siddur as a spiritual journey. Join Penina today at 5:00pm IST/ 10:00am EST, for another incredibly inspiring episode of Leap of Faith!
Israel 'launched' a bunch of things last week; a spacecraft to the moon, and two big political mergers.
Have you ever read or experienced something a million times and then suddenly you see it in a completely different light? All of a sudden what you thought about someone or something looks completely different? On today’s episode of Leap of Faith, Penina will be speaking with Kenreanne Davis, a woman who suddenly saw a verse she had read a million times, in a completely different light and it turned her world upside down.
Israeli Justice minister, Ayelet Shaked, who is very popular among many in Israelis, came out with an astounding statement, that she would be willing to give citizenship 2 half a million Arabs living in Area C. What is Area C, and what would giving half a million Arabs citizenship mean to Israel and it's security? Also, last week several Arab countries sat down with Israel at the same table in order to fight their common enemy, Iran. This is a historical event. What does it mean?
Have you ever experienced a moment of absolute clarity, where you know without a doubt that you are in the right place, doing what you are supposed to be doing?
When you see injustice and hear about a wrong, what do you do? Some are apathetic, some cry 'for shame' and others take action. How should we respond to the many wrongs that come to our attention? Many get frustrated when they try to make a change for the good, and feel that their efforts were in vain as little change takes place. Is it our responsibility to try and make a difference in the face of the myriad corrupt and unfair proceedings that go on around us?
Have you ever been so hungry, you’d consider looking in the garbage can for food? In today's segment Penina talks with author Bracha Goetz who talks about her own search for spiritual nourishment.
To what extent should we take our feelings into account when we make a decision. For small decisions like what I am going to eat for breakfast to much larger decisions like who I am going to marry, how great a role should my feelings about the matter effect my final decision? My mind and heart are generally the two parts of myself that I consult in any decision. Should one take a primary role over the other or do both get equal weight?
Tamar speaks with Shannon Nuszen, a journalist, photographer and Jewish activist about an evening they attended on how to improve Israel's image in the media. Tamar also weighs in on the topic and will continue the interview with Shannon on her next show. Connect with Shannon at: www.facebook.com/shannon.nuszen
There is an innate need in every person to feel good about themselves. Why is it that for some, feeling good comes at the expense of putting someone else down. The higher road that leads to longer lasting feelings of real self-worth come from doing good for others. Raising another up through kindness and compassion are the true source of internal strength and self-worth. How can we help ourselves...and others choose the higher road.
There appears to be a trend of some of the more educated class of Arabs living in Gaza who are choosing to leave for another country, to make a better life for themselves and their children. What is making them want to leave, and how hard is it?
To a certain degree, our life is a reflection of the choices we have made. To a certain degree, our life is a reflection of G-dly designed features and circumstances custom designed for each of us. Where do fate and choice meet? Understanding this is the key to living the good life!
The Tosefta Sanhedrin 13:1 tells us that the Righteous of all nations have a share in the world to come – Judaism does not believe that people need to become Jewish in order to go to heaven. Today Penina will be speaking with a couple who are Noahides – righteous Gentiles who are not Jewish but love the Torah. Her guests, Jason and Cherrie Lacross will inspire you as they share their spiritual journey and talk about what it’s like to be Noahides. Another incredibly inspiring episode of Leap of Faith you won’t want to miss!
In one morning, in one area, there were already over 25 stoning/explosives attacks on Israelis. Where and why is this happening? Has the Israeli government's defense strategy gone stale? Also, what will happen now with the US removing its troops from Syria, and it's defense secretary leaving his position?
Judaism is the original monotheistic religion. Everyone else just copies.
By JNi.Media
From pro-Israel Christian, Salazar became a bona fide anti-Zionist Jewish activist.
What are the parameters of free will and how will understanding this fundamental concept change the way of live my life? . .
By JNi.Media
Not surprisingly, a full 84% of the Arab public thinks there was no need to legislate the Nationality Law.
There's a saying that sometimes we are our own worst enemy. Why is it that we often sabotage ourselves from becoming who we really want to be and attaining the quality relationships that we really want to have? What we should really be is our own best friend only making choices that help us become better. What stands in our way?
How far should I expand myself to include care of others and the world around me. I know that there is a Torah value of loving kindness. How far outside of my immediate circle of myself and my family does this value extend? Should I go out of my way to help a neighbor in need?
What does it mean to truly love another? Is it possibly to love someone who is so essentially different than myself?
Listen to Soul Talk with Rabbi David Aaron and Leora Mandel to learn how to go From Being Me To Being Free: Secrets to Personal Growth and Empowerment
By JNi.Media
Reportedly, as many as four Jewish couples got married on the Temple Mount over the past 18 months, despite the Israel Police and the Jordanian Waqf rules.
You can be in a room with a lot of people and still feel lonely. Why is that?
For too long, people have thought that religion and science are destined to be in conflict.
Why are some Jewish youth who come from religious Jewish families, throwing it all away and joining a secular hedonistic world?
Faith or Belief are the traditional translations of the word Emunah. Emunah is such a fundamental concept but what does it really mean?
The Torah gives us guidelines for morals, values, ethics and ideals. How can we maintain these principles when their very foundation is at times questioned and dismissed by the society around us.
"And you shall Love the Lord your G-d."
What does it really mean to fear G-d?
Why did they do it? The spiritual journey of a former NFL player and his wife as they embark on the road to Judaism.
We believe in G-d, yet we have doubts
Reclaiming Your Resilience
How can we learn to 'give the benefit of the doubt'?
Orly speaks with Israel's Vice-Minister Michael Aaron about politics and his newest book.
By Sharon Katz
Many believe that Kol Nidre was created in response to the conversos’ plight and their need to nullify their conversion vows.
A former Evangelical Minister speaks with Rod about HaShem and the Torah.
By Moshe Herman
He who controls the Temple Mount is he who controls the whole Land of Israel! Rabbi Mike Feuer joins Rabbi Yishai to discuss the problem with the King of Jordan -- the "custodian of Jerusalem's holy places" -- and a new generation that yearns for the Temple Mount. Also, the holiday of Tu B'Av, which is all about two-in-love.
Daniel stated that "knowledge will increase". What did he know from way back when?
Waqf officials refuse to go onto the Temple Mount... already a change for the better.
Why is Jerusalem known as The Holy City.
By JNi.Media
Meanwhile, the proportion of students attending ultra-Orthodox schools has increased by about 300% since 1992.
By JNi.Media
The detective did not wear badges and refused to identify themselves.
Paramedics were called to the Mikveh on Shabbat morning.
Originally from Denmark, she runs a conversion program in a country setting for women seeking to convert to Judaism.
By JNi.Media
The survey found that Americans express warm feelings toward Jews, with half of US adults rating Jews at 67 degrees or higher on the 0-to-100 scale.
By JNi.Media
Facing Independence Mall as it does, in the heart of historic Philadelphia, the Museum’s signage refers to one of the most significant documents in American history.
Political correctness has seeped into Judaism.
By JNi.Media
'Hundreds of thousands of Israeli citizens in the Galilee, Negev, Jerusalem and other locations in central Israel suffer routinely and daily from the noise caused by the PA systems of houses of worship.'
By JNi.Media
A pro-Trump protester yelled at Sharon Kleinbaum, clergywoman of LGBT Congregation Beit Simchat Torah, 'You would have been on the side of Antiochus rather than Judah the Maccabee.'
Marchers protested UNESCO's effort to erase Judaism from the Jewish people's holiest sites.
Tzohar 'Praying Together' attendees all receive the same prayer book to make it easier to follow along.
Over 20 religious leaders from east Asia arrived in Israel Monday for a four-day summit in Jerusalem.
How can we comprehend evil done in the name of G-d?
By Selena Myers
Some say that we have the ability to choose so that we can shape our lives and undergo tests impartially. The way I see it, free-will is a gift of trust.
Those who claim to be pluralists and reject religion, regard all religions as equally guilty of preaching war. But are they?
It is not a human right in the West to espouse, as does Islam, an ideology that embraces conquest and destruction of Western civilization. Islam is not merely a religion, it is an ideology.
By Paula Stern
Our children grow in this land of Israel, strong and proud. We march through the streets of our land, unafraid and yet committed to helping others, seeking peace, treating others with respect.
By JNi.Media
The Raelians use the swastika as a symbol of peace, which has kept them from being allowed into Israel, where they wished to establish an embassy for extraterrestrials.
"The worst thing you can do is engage in trying to point fingers at one group or one form of sectarianism or another," said Kerry
By JoeSettler
When a Meretz councilwoman is thoroughly rebuked by her own constituency for her anti-religious hatred, it means there's hope after all.
The President told Christian leaders that the regional conflict is about hate and not religion.
The Taub Center noted a link between being religious and being satisfied with aspects of living, but that it does not necessarily apply to non-Jews. Hareidim live longer
The Egyptian researcher spoke to psychology students at Haifa University on co-existence. One Arab student shouted, "You are dancing on the blood of martyrs."
Archaeologists discovered a Byzantine-era marble sculpture of a lamb Thursday morning in excavations at Caesarea port in the Caesarea National Park, Experts suggested that the lamb served as part of the decoration in the 6th-7th century CE church that was discovered adjacent to the ancient port.
By JNi.Media
"The visit constitutes a recognition of congregations that are dangerous to the future of the Jewish nation.”
Jeb Bush says U.S. should be more open to admitting Christians. Three Syrian Catholics, one Christian, and one Orthodox believer have arrived since October 1.
The Palestinian Authority again lied in propaganda alleging that Jews "broke into" Al Aqsa. Kerry: "I know that the situation for Palestinians is…very dire."
Two white men from Virginia ordered rifles and guns from undercover agents.
Israel sent the Palestinian Authority a key to the door at the tomb, under PA control. The key was sent back along with the door.
Less than two-thirds of Americans are "absolutely certain" that God exists. Millennials point to a godless future.
Hundreds of people have barricaded themselves in the Givat Ze'ev synagogue. Police tell court they cannot stop violence if wrecking ball starts to work.
In Israel, the yarzheit of assassinated Prime Minister Yitzchak Rabin is marked for two weeks or even more, depending on the calendar.
The Palestinian Authority has circulated a draft resolution to declare the Western Wall, Rachel's Tomb and the Patriachs Cave as "Palestinian."
An unusually large number of Jews plan to ascend the Temple Mount on Monday to mark the 850 years since the Rambam (Moses Maimonides) visited the holy site. On the same date last year, a Jerusalem Arab terrorist tried to assassinate Temple Mount activist Rabbi Yehuda Glick, who made a miraculous recovery. Police have barred […]
Protests from various American Jewish organizations have led to the removal of Hamas incitement from Facebook, YouTube, Twitter and Instagram. Simon Wiesenthal Center's Rabbis Marvin Hier and Abraham Cooper urged the public to report hate sites on social media platforms which are fueling the current spate of attacks in Israel. The rabbis also denounced: Unfair […]
The "Million Man March" in Washington was held under the threatening slogan of "Justice or Else."
Tens of thousands of Jews are expected to arrive at the Western Wall at 4:30 p.m.
Muslims accuse Jews of trying to take over the Temple Mount, but statistics prove it is a lie.
Two adults and minor planned to make pipe bombs to attacks police during the Jewish holidays.
The State Dept. also is "concerned about mounting tensions" on the Temple Mount, without suggesting the source of the conflict.
The first rains of the winter season are expected on Tuesday, one day after Jews around the world begin adding to daily prayers that God "brings the wind and rain." The change is made during the prayers on Shemini Azereth, the same day that Simchat Torah is celebrated in Israel. In the Diaspora, the two […]
Muslim terrorists pray for war. Jews pray for peace.
A court order overruling Deri's "stop work" decision allows Israel Railways to continue maintenance and construction work on Shabbat.
Police have arrested another 13 Arabs Muslims in a massive effort to allow Jews to pray at the Kotel and visit the Temple Mount.
A "professional" protester yelled at a Ohio university that the Koran is evil and ripped out some pages. A crowd assaulted him.
Muslim extremists camped out overnight in their holy Al Aqsa mosque to attack Jews, who were barred from the Temple Mount. Instead, they clashed with police.
The Palestinian Authority thinks, or makes believe, that the white "kittel" worn on Yom Kippur is a "priestly garment."
Police have confirmed they found pipe bombs that could be filled with explosives at the Al-Aqsa mosque, .
The President preached to Jews that they are not in control and should have a "sweet year" with neighbors. He told Muslims in July they celebrate a great holiday.
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