Rabbi Dr. Norman Lamm states that this lecture on tolerance is intended to be non-political. He discusses research on sources in Judaism on references to tolerance, democracy, ethics of dissent, th... Show moreRabbi Dr. Norman Lamm states that this lecture on tolerance is intended to be non-political. He discusses research on sources in Judaism on references to tolerance, democracy, ethics of dissent, the opinion of the Netziv (Rabbi Naphtali Zevi Judah Berlin); the murder of Yitzhak Rabin; relations between religious and secular Jews, among other topics. Show less
Rabbi Dr. Norman Lamm states that this lecture on tolerance is intended to be non-political. He discusses research on sources in Judaism on references to tolerance, democracy, ethics of dissent, th... Show moreRabbi Dr. Norman Lamm states that this lecture on tolerance is intended to be non-political. He discusses research on sources in Judaism on references to tolerance, democracy, ethics of dissent, the opinion of the Netziv (Rabbi Naphtali Zevi Judah Berlin); the murder of Yitzhak Rabin; relations between religious and secular Jews, among other topics. Show less
This speech was probably delivered at a wedding or sheva brachot between 1945 and 1948. Rabbi Rappaport praises the parents of the newlywed couple for giving their children a Jewish education. He c... Show moreThis speech was probably delivered at a wedding or sheva brachot between 1945 and 1948. Rabbi Rappaport praises the parents of the newlywed couple for giving their children a Jewish education. He criticizes American Jews who do not provide their children with a Jewish education, since they believe that this will prevent their children from succeeding in American society. He mentions the concentration camps and stresses the need for a Jewish homeland in Eretz Israel, and concludes with the need for the Messiah. Show less
This speech was probably delivered at a wedding or sheva brachot between 1945 and 1948. Rabbi Rappaport praises the parents of the newlywed couple for giving their children a Jewish education. He c... Show moreThis speech was probably delivered at a wedding or sheva brachot between 1945 and 1948. Rabbi Rappaport praises the parents of the newlywed couple for giving their children a Jewish education. He criticizes American Jews who do not provide their children with a Jewish education, since they believe that this will prevent their children from succeeding in American society. He mentions the concentration camps and stresses the need for a Jewish homeland in Eretz Israel, and concludes with the need for the Messiah. Show less
Rabbi Dr. Norman Lamm discusses hokhe'ah tokhiah. The concept of rebuke applies now, despite some opinions to the contrary. Rebuke must be tailored to the community, the person, and the circumstances.
Lecture given on the occasion of the State of Israel's 25th anniversary. Discussion of the theology and politics of redemption. Various views on the nature of the State of Israel, including the rol... Show moreLecture given on the occasion of the State of Israel's 25th anniversary. Discussion of the theology and politics of redemption. Various views on the nature of the State of Israel, including the role of the Messiah and Messianism, religious Zionism, Neture Karta, נטורי קרתא, or, The "Jewish History of the Future." Show less
Second in a series of lectures on Jerusalem. The first lecture is not extant. Discussion of a reunited Jerusalem in halacha (Jewish law) and Jewish philosophy, and discussion of different opinions ... Show moreSecond in a series of lectures on Jerusalem. The first lecture is not extant. Discussion of a reunited Jerusalem in halacha (Jewish law) and Jewish philosophy, and discussion of different opinions regarding rebuilding the Temple, the Bet Ha-Mikdash, and reinstituting korbanot (sacrifices = קרבן, קרבנות). Different halachic opinions regarding going to the Temple Mount (Har HaBayit = הר הבית) and a brief history of Jewish access to the Temple Mount. Discussion of holiness (kedushah = קדושה), particularly holiness of place and holiness of time (קדושת הזמן, קדושת המקום). Show less
Second in a series of lectures on Jerusalem. The first lecture is not extant. Discussion of a reunited Jerusalem in halacha (Jewish law) and Jewish philosophy, and discussion of different opinions ... Show moreSecond in a series of lectures on Jerusalem. The first lecture is not extant. Discussion of a reunited Jerusalem in halacha (Jewish law) and Jewish philosophy, and discussion of different opinions regarding rebuilding the Temple, the Bet Ha-Mikdash, and reinstituting korbanot (sacrifices = קרבן, קרבנות). Different halachic opinions regarding going to the Temple Mount (Har HaBayit = הר הבית) and a brief history of Jewish access to the Temple Mount. Discussion of holiness (kedushah = קדושה), particularly holiness of place and holiness of time (קדושת הזמן, קדושת המקום). Show less
Rabbi Dr. Norman Lamm devotes this shiur to the question of agunahs (aguno)t, in memory of Rabbi Isaac Elchanan Spektor who was know for his efforts on behalf of agunahs. There are certain lenienci... Show moreRabbi Dr. Norman Lamm devotes this shiur to the question of agunahs (aguno)t, in memory of Rabbi Isaac Elchanan Spektor who was know for his efforts on behalf of agunahs. There are certain leniencies when dealing with question of agunah: accepting written testimony, testimony of slave, or a witness who heard from witness. In some cases rabbis have power to uproot kiddushin retroactively. Various opinions regarding concept of hazakah in regard to married woman. Show less
Rabbi Dr. Norman Lamm devotes this shiur to the question of agunahs (agunot), in memory of Rabbi Isaac Elchanan Spektor who was know for his efforts on behalf of agunahs. There are certain lenienci... Show moreRabbi Dr. Norman Lamm devotes this shiur to the question of agunahs (agunot), in memory of Rabbi Isaac Elchanan Spektor who was know for his efforts on behalf of agunahs. There are certain leniencies when dealing with question of agunah: accepting written testimony, testimony of slave, or a witness who heard from witness. In some cases rabbis have power to uproot kiddushin retroactively. Various opinions regarding concept of hazakah in regard to married woman. Show less
