“Protecting houses of worship is necessary but not sufficient. We need to attack the root cause – anti-Jewish hatred – by educating ourselves and holding our leaders accountable.”
Protection of Jewish sites goal of Wasserman Schultz’ forum Read More »
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Seferlis pleaded guilty to 17 counts of mailing threatening communications and eight counts of obstructing the free exercise of religious beliefs. (Press Release)
Man who systematically threatened Jewish community sentenced to prison Read More »
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On January 31, 1950, with President Truman’s permission, Teller was given carte blanche to develop the hydrogen bomb. It was detonated on one of the Marshall Islands on November 1, 1952 – the mushroom cloud rose to a height of 37 kilometers, and the diameter of the “cap” exceeded 160 kilometers. [Alex Gordon]
Jewish biography: Edward Teller, nuclear physicist Read More »
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Birds have also been used as symbols of peace, such as in the story of Noah and the Ark, when a dove returned carrying an olive branch to show that land was beginning to emerge after the flood. [Cailin Acosta]
Judaism’s healthy regard for birds Read More »
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Just days after the attack on Temple Israel in suburban Detroit, guests arriving at Congregation Beth Israel for Talking San Diego’s conversation with Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro were met with bag checks, wanding, and a visibly increased police and security presence. [Shor M. Masori]
Rabbi Sacks taught that strong societies are built on responsibility. When people dedicate themselves to protecting and serving others, they carry part of the community’s burden. [Betzy Lynch]
Blessings for those who protect the Jewish people Read More »
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St. Patrick’s Day is coming up. It is not a Jewish observance, but there are many Irish Jews in history. Rabbi Isaac Herzog was the first chief rabbi of Ireland from 1921 to 1936. He was Ashkenazi and born in Poland but moved to Ireland. When Abraham Kook, Chief Rabbi of Israel died, Herzog was elected and moved to Jerusalem. [Cailin Acosta]
Irish Jews remembered ahead of St. Patrick’s Day Read More »
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Last night, after a very long and stressful day, I had the honor of leading a Rosh Chodesh session at my synagogue, one of several events happening across our Jewish community last night. There were nearly 50 women there to set intentions for the month ahead, explore themes of renewal and of hope, and to express gratitude for the blessings in their lives. [Heidi Gantwerk]
Clearly, we all must be as well-prepared as Temple Israel was for such an attack, which is why we encourage everyone to call on Congress to increase funding for the Nonprofit Security Grant Program (NSGP), which provides essential security grants for synagogues and Jewish institutions. [Halie Soifer]
The rest of these portions move with incredible detail. Vayakhel focuses on the generosity of the people. Moses asks for contributions, and the response is overwhelming. People bring gold, silver, copper, yarns, and animal skins. In fact, they bring too much. {Barrett Holman Leak}
Contemporary Torah: The weaving of the heart Read More »
Barrett Holman Leak, Jewish Religion, Staff and Bylined Contributors, USA
Yonatan Netanyahu (March 13, 1946 – July 4, 1976) was an Israeli military officer who commanded Sayeret Matkal during the Entebbe raid. The raid was launched in response to the 1976 hijacking of an international civilian passenger flight from Israel to France by Palestinian and German militants, who took control of the aircraft during a stopover in Greece and diverted it to Libya and then to Uganda, where they received support from Ugandan dictator Idi Amin. [Wikipedia]
Today’s Jewish birthday: Yonatan Netanyahu Read More »
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An armed assailant rammed his truck on Thursday into Temple Israel, a large Reform congregation in the Detroit suburb of West Bloomfield. He was subsequently killed in a firefight, according to officials. Here are some comments by recognizable Jewish individuals and organizations. [Donald H. Harrison]
Jewish reactions to attack on Michigan synagogue Read More »
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These Members represent the best of the House Republican majority, and the RJC is committed to ensuring that they are reelected in 2026. In particular, we are proud to endorse four Jewish Republican Members of Congress, who together represent the largest Jewish GOP delegation in the House since the 1980’s. [Press Release]
RJC endorses 16 congressional incumbents, including 4 Jews Read More »
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Miller has served on the Council since his appointment by President Trump in 2021 and has played an important role in the Museum’s national outreach and fundraising efforts. [Press Release]
Jeffrey Miller appointed as chair of national Holocaust Museum Read More »
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