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Mayors demand that gov't drop plan to take over appointments of city rabbis

The 100 mayors who wrote the letter to the Religious Affairs Minister were specifically expressing their opposition to a series of directives published by the Religious Affairs ministry on April 11.

Israeli rabbi: Burying non-Jewish war casualties is a religious duty

Prominent Rabbi Aviner advocates burying non-Jewish soldiers as a religious duty, emphasizing respect and sanctity, challenging traditional views and promoting compassion.

Rabbi, what do you surf? How ultra-Orthodox Jews use the news, Internet

Author Yoel Cohen draws upon surveys of Israeli rabbis about attitudes toward, and usage of, information and media, in particular new media.

By YOEL COHEN
03/04/2024

When Hamas attacked on October 7, three female rabbis responded

Three leaders, three communities, three stories of resilience: How three female Reform rabbis acted on October 7.

By SHULA KOPF
03/04/2024

Rabbi says you can pray for Kate Middleton's health despite her not being Jewish

Even though Kate Middleton, Princess of Wales, isn't Jewish, Jews are allowed to pray for her health as she battles cancer, Rabbi Binyamin Shmueli said.

American synagogue debuts vending machine with 'everyday Jewish' items

The synagogue's rabbi led this fusion of technology and Jewish culture in the hopes of promoting small yet accessible Jewish rituals within the community.

By KAYLA MUTCHLER/THE HOUR/TNS
31/03/2024

Houdini: The rabbi's son who mesmerized the world

150 years since the great illusionist’s birth, the ‘Post’ dips into the little-known family connections of Harry Houdini

Rabbi who lost son in Gaza: 'Hamas wanted to destroy us, but they strengthened us'

Beyond the Headlines: A weekly glimpse into the Israel you won’t read about in the news.

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Rabbis call for convert killed by IDF to be buried in a Jewish cemetery

The 63-year-old victim, whom the soldiers suspected of being a security risk, was known as David Ben Avraham by Jews who knew him, but was born Saamach Zeitoun.

Ashkenazic Chief Rabbi hints criticism towards Sephardic counterpart on 'exodus' of haredi Jews

Rabbi David Lau said, "We are blessed with an extraordinary generation of soldiers, unwavering in their dedication, who rise to protect the people of Israel, the Torah of Israel, and Israel."

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