The Jewish Thinker

Being a proud Israeli ‘frier’

There should be no distinction made between an immigrant by choice and an immigrant by necessity; Israel is meant to be the homeland of the Jewish people, regardless of what brought them here.

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Bringing the many faces of Judaism to Israel

Although having Orthodoxy as the predominant religious affiliation in Israel provides a common Jewish language for most, it limits the options of those who seek a different path.

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With more than 10,000 millionaires, why is Israel still a charity case?

At what point should the Diaspora communities say to Israelis that enough is enough- we will give, but we will not allow those in your own society to shirk their responsibilities?

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Reclaiming the Jewish Identity

The almighty dollar has replaced the Almighty, and freedom, independence and justice has taken a back seat to BMWs, eating at the right restaurants and being seen at the right parties.

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Maintaining religious roots in a global society

We must beware that we do not forget our own religious roots: where we come from can be a vital ingredient in knowing where we are going, and how to get there.

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