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Thanksgiving Was Born From America’s Struggles
by Rabbi Meir Soloveichik, for the Wall Street Journal
Published November 23, 2022
In his Wall Street Journal article published on “Ereb Thanksgiving,” Rabbi Soloveichik traces the turbulent history of Thanksgiving, demonstrating how this American holiday embodies the biblical imperative to express gratitude even in the harshest of circumstances.
The Meaning of a Yom Kippur Prayer
by Rabbi Meir Soloveichik, for the Wall Street Journal
Published September 22, 2022
Rabbi Soloveichik writes about Kal Nidre, one of the most awe-inspiring and misunderstood parts of Jewish liturgy, explaining how it dramatizes the power of repentance.
Marc Lewitinn, Covid Patient, Dies at 76 after 850 Days on a Ventilator
by Clay Risen, for the New York Times
Published September 9, 2022
After the death of our member, Marc Lewitinn, the New York Times memorialized him, his record-breaking battle with COVID-19, and the multigenerational legacy of his family. Read this poignant exploration of the Lewitinn family’s Jewish-Egyptian roots.
In a first, UJA leaders visit Saudi Arabia for four days of dialogue
by Jacob Miller, for Jewish Insider
Published June 28, 2022
Rabbi Soloveichik and 12 other American Jewish leaders toured Saudi Arabia to learn about Islam and teach the Saudis about Judaism on a mission to Saudi Arabia. Read about this historic visit and how our congenial rabbi advanced the mission’s goal of interfaith engagement through friendly conversations with the Saudi photographer about the best way to eat shawarma.
How Thanksgiving helped Jews carve out a piece of the American story
by Yael Buechler, for the Jewish Telegraphic Agency (JTA)
Published on Nov 22, 2021
Patriotic Manhattan synagogue has celebrated Thanksgiving since 1789
by Jon Levine, for the NY Post
Published on Nov 20, 2021
Take a (Solo) Stroll
by Will Heinrich, for the New York Times
Published on Mar 26, 2020
Our historic Chatham Square Cemetery in Lower Manhattan is one of these top recommendations for New Yorkers to pass by and appreciate when taking a safe, socially-distant walk.
What the Bible Taught Lincoln About America
by Rabbi Dr. Meir Soloveichik, for the Wall Street Journal
Published on Feb 16, 2020
In wartime, a president who once seemed indifferent to religion evolved into a theologian of liberty.
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