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Democratic Leadership and Jewish Identity
How does Judaism blend democratic principles with Jewish guidance on governance?
Evan Krame45 ViewsOctober 31, 2024Ruling,Government,Democracy
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Assassination
After the killing of Yahya Sinwar, head of Hamas, I looked to our tradition to place this historic event in a Jewish context.
Evan Krame82 ViewsOctober 17, 2024Assassination
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Allies and Enemies
Evan Krame173 ViewsJune 6, 2024Ally
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Can They Both Be Right?
what values guide us when we are in conflict with another person whose values are rooted in the same Torah.
Evan Krame138 ViewsJune 20, 2024Conflict,Dispute,Right,Argument
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Agree to Disagree
Communities and families are at odds over the Israel-Gaza war. When debate leads to argument, must we refrain from engaging others?
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Artificial Intelligence: What is (Wo)Man?
Based on lectures by Rabbi Dr. Ira Bedzow and tomes by Yuval Noah Harari, we are presently challenged to define what is human for the purposes of Jewish law and living in a civilized, ethical society. How Torah defines a human is a starting point only.
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About the Journey
The Hebrews stopped 42 times toward the end of their journey from Sinai to Canaan, as a metaphor for how we move through our journeys. The sheet is based on the RLT leadership retreat study sheet.
Evan Krame130 ViewsJuly 25, 2024Journey,Accompany
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Give Credit
Jewish tradition on attribution, the emotional consequences of failing to give attribution and the overriding factors that allow us to act or speak on another's name, words or efforts without attribution.
Evan Krame147 ViewsAugust 6, 2024Attribution,Credit,Quote
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Enlist
What are the compelling reasons for all Israelis to serve in the army?
Evan Krame166 ViewsAugust 1, 2024Service,Enlist,Army
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Leadership Transition
How did Moses transition leadership to Joshua and what can we learn about changing of the guard?
Evan Krame141 ViewsJuly 18, 2024Joshua,Leadership Change,Moses
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Sarcasm, Mockery and Humor in Tanakh
When is sarcasm or mockery a useful tool in Tanakh?
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Korach's Ego (a cautionary tale)
What was the backstory of the Korach rebellion?
Evan Krame146 ViewsJune 27, 2024Envy,Korach
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Women in Chains
The traditional approach to divorce is troubling.
Evan Krame191 ViewsMay 24, 2024Get,Divorce
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Fathers be good to your daughters
Daughters are generally treated poorly in the Jewish tradition. Where can we find balance in the texts?
Evan Krame147 ViewsMay 16, 2024
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Why Should You Count the Omer?
Beyond the mitzvah of counting the Omer, the practice brings personal and spiritual growth.
Evan Krame153 ViewsMay 8, 2024Omer,Sefirat HaOmer
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Still Captive
Our hearts ache over the captives held. The issues of redeeming them are complex and fraught with dangers.
Evan Krame541 ViewsMarch 28, 2024Redemption of Captives,Captive
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Reparations
Does Torah support reparations to former slaves?
Evan Krame353 ViewsApril 9, 2024Slavery,Reparations
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Memory and Revenge
How does the Purim story inform our approach to wiping out our enemies when Israel is attacked?
Evan Krame367 ViewsFebruary 22, 2024Revenge,Amalek,Memory,Avenge
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Water for David: Moral Responsibility of Leaders in War
What are the limits on the power of a leader, especially in a time of war?
Evan Krame228 ViewsMarch 5, 2024King David,War,Destruction
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