Bonus Episode with More Discussion of Yom Haatzma'ut Practices with Prof. Chaim Saiman
Bonus Episode with More Discussion of Yom Haatzma'ut Practices with Prof. Chaim Saiman
There was an entire section of our conversation that I forgot to publish. This was supposed to be part of the first epis... Read more
3 Jun 2022
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11mins
Shlissel Challah, Reb Shayale, and the universalization of niche observances
Shlissel Challah, Reb Shayale, and the universalization of niche observances
In this episode we discuss observances - specifically pilgrimages to the grave of Reb Shayale of Kerestir and other kivr... Read more
2 Jun 2022
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22mins
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The reception of Yom Ha'atzma'ut 'Halakhah'; the value of halfhearted observance; considering how customs develop - with Prof. Chaim Saiman
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2 Jun 2022
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19 Apr 2022
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4 Apr 2022
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On what made R. Chaim Kanievsky unique. And on the social leadership role that he held - or that was foisted upon him - ... Read more
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Rav Melamed and Peninei Halakha 4: Responsa vs. Codes, Wholesale vs. Retail Halakha
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R Melamed and Peninei Halakha 3: Codes, Commentaries, and Responsa
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18 Feb 2022
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49mins
Rav Melamed and Peninei Halakha II: R. Melamed's "Civilizational" Approach to Halakha
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For Rav Melamed, the Torah is the blueprint for an ideal Jewish society in Eretz Yisrael. The details of halakha fit int... Read more
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Rav Eliezer Melamed and Peninei Halakhah I: Introducing a Phenomenon
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Rav Eliezer Melamed has recently been criticized harshly by leading rabbis from the right wing of Religious Zionism. Thi... Read more
3 Feb 2022
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