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Life in Israel
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my thoughts and comments on life in Israel, ranging from cultural issues to political issues with anything and everything in between.
LATEST ARTICLES ( 13076 )
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Will "American" Yeshivas in Israel Shut Down Due to Budget Cuts?
Among the budget cuts that Finance Minister Yair Lapid put into place is making extinct the budget for foreign students. Yeshivas with a significant percentage... Read more
Posted on 06 June 2013 RELIGION, SOCIETY, SPIRITUALITY -
Kollel Hi-Tech Forced to Close
I am shocked and astounded that this could happen. According to Kikar, the "Kollel Hi-Tech" which was recently established in Bnei Braq for avreichim who had... Read more
Posted on 06 June 2013 RELIGION, SOCIETY, SPIRITUALITY -
Quote of the Day
Don't hide behind [Yair Lapid]... If the Mir Yeshiva will have to close down, the closing will be registered under your name as Prime Minister.. Read more
Posted on 06 June 2013 RELIGION, SOCIETY, SPIRITUALITY -
Tzippora's Discrimination Hotline - Day Two (video)
Justice Minister Tzippi Livni has opened a discrimination hotline (02-620-9558).. this is pretty funny, as someone reports all sorts of forms of discrimination... Read more
Posted on 06 June 2013 RELIGION, SOCIETY, SPIRITUALITY -
Israel One Month After the 6-Day War (video)
(note: female background vocals - Yerushalayim shel Zahav) ------------------------------------------------------ Reach thousands of readers with your ad by... Read more
Posted on 06 June 2013 RELIGION, SOCIETY, SPIRITUALITY -
Dr. Joshu a Golding, Author of The Conversation, Responds to Book Review Comments
Last week I wrote a book review of The Conversation, by Joshua Golding. I now have the honor of hosting Dr. Golding's response to my review, discussing some of... Read more
Posted on 05 June 2013 RELIGION, SOCIETY, SPIRITUALITY -
Eli Cohen's Platform Presentation Event
Municipal elections are coming up, and everyone has their own idea of what "the issue" is. But before you buy into anyone else 's ideas, look around and think... Read more
Posted on 05 June 2013 RELIGION, SOCIETY, SPIRITUALITY -
Rav Shteinman's Surprising Response About Adding a Learning Seder
I would not have expected this, but it does show Rav Shteinman's broad vision and perception. In light of the calls by the gedolim to strengthen Torah learning... Read more
Posted on 05 June 2013 RELIGION, SOCIETY, SPIRITUALITY -
Minister Shai Piron Cracks up in Laughter During Knesset Speech (video)
in a midnight session, Minister of Education took the podium and started to speak about a law proposal regarding the prevention fo sneaking in dangerous items... Read more
Posted on 05 June 2013 RELIGION, SOCIETY, SPIRITUALITY -
The King Of Cantors Event in Borough Park (video)
from the Youtube description: A standing-room-only crowd attended an event last night celebrating the 80th anniversary of the passing of the greatest chazzan... Read more
Posted on 05 June 2013 RELIGION, SOCIETY, SPIRITUALITY -
Interesting Posts #493
1. Exciting news: The June Book Week sale kicks off today. There is a 20% discount on hundreds of titles and smaller discounts on others at Feldheim.com. The... Read more
Posted on 04 June 2013 RELIGION, SOCIETY, SPIRITUALITY -
Rav Verner Lowers Status of Slaughtered Chickens from Mehadrin to Regular Kosher
The following 5 pages is a letter written by Rav Dovid Yechiel Verner, the rav of Hadera. This letter was distributed by the Rabbanut via its mailing list. Read more
Posted on 04 June 2013 RELIGION, SOCIETY, SPIRITUALITY -
Haredi Media Starting to Give Press Time to Eli Cohen for Mayor of Bet Shemesh
One of the promising aspects of Eli Cohen for mayor of Bet Shemesh is his leadership and administrative skills. He has had a successful career in... Read more
Posted on 04 June 2013 RELIGION, SOCIETY, SPIRITUALITY -
a Law That Might Bring a Boost to Aliyah
Anything that makes it easier for potential olim to get over their fears and concerns and finalize the decision to move to Israel is a good thing. Read more
Posted on 04 June 2013 RELIGION, SOCIETY, SPIRITUALITY -
Rabbi David Stav - Candidate for Chief Rabbi of Israel (video)
the race is still open, but it is now looking like the odds are more in favor of Rav Stav than they were previously........ Read more
Posted on 04 June 2013 RELIGION, SOCIETY, SPIRITUALITY -
Time for Some New Slogans and Rhetoric
Looking to give a boost to restarting the peace negotiations between Israel and the Palestinians, both US Secretary of State John Kerry and Israeli Justice... Read more
Posted on 04 June 2013 RELIGION, SOCIETY, SPIRITUALITY -
Rav Shmuel Brazil Kumzitz With Talmidim - Modeh Ani (video)
a little modeh ani, al haboker... ------------------------------------------------------ Reach thousands of readers with your ad by advertising on Life in Israel Read more
Posted on 03 June 2013 RELIGION, SOCIETY, SPIRITUALITY -
Another Haredi Woman Running for City Council
Ruth Colian has already been working as, what is perhaps unusual, a Haredi female activist. Colian has sued Tnuva for cruelty to animals and kashrut fraud as a... Read more
Posted on 03 June 2013 RELIGION, SOCIETY, SPIRITUALITY -
Eli Cohen for Mayor of Bet Shemesh, Announcements
I am a member of the RBS campaign headquarters for Eli Cohen for Mayor. There are a few announcements I want to share with you, residents of Bet Shemesh and... Read more
Posted on 03 June 2013 RELIGION, SOCIETY, SPIRITUALITY -
Headline of the Day
Flood warning for Hebron is cancelled -- WDay News I am happy the flood warning became unnecessary and all those people were saved from damage and danger, even... Read more
Posted on 03 June 2013 RELIGION, SOCIETY, SPIRITUALITY
