Episodes
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From Elie Wiesel and Yosel Rakover to the prophet Chavakuk and Reb Levi Yitzchak of Berditchev, we explore the controversial approach to challenging and confronting Hashem.
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We explore the ancient controversy between the traditional Halachic Jews and their Sudducee opponents in light of the modern day events in Israel.
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A plea for renewing our passionate debate about Israel and cultivating a sense of connection with Eretz Yisrael.
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Exploring the longstanding debate over the ideal Matzah for the Seder: hand made or machine made?
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Understanding the controversy regarding the Kashrut of veal through the development of Halacha and its practical complexities.
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We explore the background and potential perils of the Purim Shpiel.
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An overview of the complexities regarding ascending the Temple Mount today from a Halachic perspective.
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A discussion of issues related to the Mechitzah in Shul, with historical, Halachic and personal implications.
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A quick snapshot of the WWII era Halachic controversy and its contemporary implications.
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Rabbi Joseph B. Soloveitchik delivered a historic eulogy for Rav Chaim Ozer Grodzenski; we consider this perspective in light of the Rav’s transition from Agudah to Mizrachi and the role of Torah leaders in general life decisions.
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This week’s presentation explores the Keruvim- the controversial sculptures above the Aron- to understand their shape, meaning and significance.
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This presentation explores the context and development of women’s Talmud Torah in light of key historical figures and Halachic sources.
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We explore the controversy regarding the legacy of Rav Menachem Ziemba zt"' Hy"d, his role in the Warsaw Ghetto uprising and its complicated implications.
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The legend about Moshe Rabbeinu, cited by the Tiferes Yisrael, stirs and controversy and a question about how we pursue perfection in our Torah lives.
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This presentation explores a new, spiritual dimension of the debate regarding the Jewish definition of death: the role of the brain and the heart.
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Arguably the most significant and famous rabbinic controversies of the modern era, the Emden - Eybeshutz argument remains an unsolved mystery.
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We explore the intense debate between Rabbi Seligman Ber Bamberger and Rabbi Samson Raphael Hirsch regarding Orthodox secession from the general Frankfurt Jewish community with contemporary implications.
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This controversy surrounds Rabbi Jonathan Sacks’ post 9/11 book which proposes his interpretation of a Jewish worldview on how he views "the Other" and other Religions.
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The Manhattan Eruv was one of the most prominent Halachic controversies in 20th century American life. This presentation explores historical highlights through the prism of Jewish law.
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