Hassidim
Israel’s ultra-Orthodox community feels misunderstood. Here’s why - opinion
If haredim see that they are treated with understanding, respect, and sensitivity, they will more readily change and adapt in the service of the greater good
Gerrer Rebbe, anti-Zionist Satmar billionaire discussed ICJ action against Israel over haredi draft
Will Chabad lead American Jewry? - opinion
IDF, Shin Bet arrest eight Palestinians suspected of assaulting Israelis in West Bank village
We must fight for hostages but know we cannot imagine what they're going through - opinion
The tale speaks to the value of personal experience, suggesting that reading, hearing, or knowing about an event cannot replace the unmediated moment of personal experience.
Public transport strengthened for private wedding at Goldknopf's request
Construction and Housing Minister Yitzhak Goldknopf asks for additional bus from ultra-Orthodox cities to Jerusalem for Gerer Rebbe's grandson's wedding.
Hassidic rabbis can help release Gaza hostages - this is how
Ettinger and Mikhalzohn recounted tales about hassidic master Rabbi Moshe Leib of Sasów (ca. 1745-1807) and his efforts to fulfill the mitzvah of pidyon shevuyim – securing the release of captives.
When a hassidic rabbi traded himself to save Jewish hostages
While the cardinal likely knew of the biblical precedent of his offer, it is less likely that he was aware of the hassidic tradition of a religious leader who did trade places with a captive.
Sex offender who gave high profile interview to Hasidic comedian pleads guilty
Gershon Selinger, 41, pleaded guilty to the felony of first-degree sexual abuse of a minor under the age of 11.
Israel-Hamas war: A Hassidic rebbe's prayer for soldiers
The text that was recited was not the well-known version of the prayer for IDF soldiers; it predates that prayer, and is meant to underscore that battles are won with prayers, not armed fighting.
A hassidic grand rabbi's voice of support of the IDF amid war with Hamas
The letter fills some of the functions of prayer – a recognition that IDF service at this time is a laudable enterprise and an expression of gratitude for those risking their lives to defend Israel.
McCarthy’s sitdown with Jewish leaders was ‘waste of time', says Congressional candidate
A later tweet suggested that the intended message behind Mondaire Jones' statement had been missed.
Israeli citizen arrested in Uman, facing deportation from Ukraine - report
This is the second arrest of an ultra-orthodox Jew in Uman in two days.
A ship nearly sank. A shofar saved it. Here's how
Because of Rabbi Elazar’s great holiness, the fulfillment of the mitzvah resulted in the storm passing, and they were all saved in his merit.
