Tu b’Shvat Is a Testament to Jews’ Connection to Their Land
The reforestation of Israel is no myth.
January 25, 2024
Why Some Modern Orthodox Jews Are Drawn to Hasidism
The neo-Hasidim and their critics.
If Orthodox Judaism can be placed on a spectrum, Hasidim with their insular communities, lack of interest in secular education, and strict observance would seem to stand at one end, with the Modern Orthodox on the other. Yet, as Shlomo Zuckier has written, over the past two decades there have been attempts in the latter community to “incorporate aspects of Hasidism for the purposes of spiritual inspiration and revival.” Steven Gotlib reviews a collection of essays on this phenomenon of Orthodox neo-Hasidism, edited by Zuckier:
January 25, 2024
Why China Won’t Protect the Shipping Lanes from Iran
Beijing’s goal is to saddle the U.S., and Israel, with blame.
Congress Has a Chance to Prevent Millions of Taxpayer Dollars from Going to Hamas
Consequences for UNRWA, the Red Cross, and others.
Why Some Modern Orthodox Jews Are Drawn to Hasidism
The neo-Hasidim and their critics.
The American Jewish Appetite for Art That Shames the Audience
Two old-new musicals.