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Four Jewish books on avoiding hatred, increasing love and positivity

Here are four inspirational classics worth reading for the first time or pulling from the shelf and rereading.

Rabbi draws ire after stating IDF soldiers should be viewed 'like garbage collecters'

In a post made on X, a man can be heard asking Rabbi Bunim Schreiber “What is the right attitude towards soldiers on the battlefield, gratitude and hishtadlut?"

Wartime rabbi: Leading American Jewish clergyman takes on a new role

Park Avenue Synagogue Rabbi Elliot Cosgrove has stepped up since October 7 like few others, raising millions for Israel's war and rebuilding efforts and leading the fight against antisemitism.

By ALLAN RIPP
13/11/2023

‘We were broken to see what we saw’: US rabbis visit Israel during wartime

“We were broken to see what we saw and the difficult but natural response was to say the prayer for the dead.”

By JTA/ELIYAHU FREEDMAN
02/11/2023

Jews worldwide to study the entire Mishna in memory of Hamas victims

Called the Acheinu WorldWide Jewish Unity Program, the initiative is being spearheaded by Rabbi Reuven Taragin and will see Jews from 50 countries read the entire Mishna.

Over 1,000 American rabbis from diverse backgrounds join forces to support Israel

"We hope and pray that the vision of the Hebrew prophets shall come to pass, that 'all shall sit under their vine and fig tree, and none shall make them afraid.'"

26/10/2023
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