Posts Tagged: Avi Weiss
Rabbi Avi Weiss’s ‘Guide to Jewish Spirituality’ Speaks to the Power of Prayer (REVIEW)
Rabbi Avi Weiss' latest book, "Holistic Prayer: A Guide To Jewish Spirituality" offers a unique and special vantage point into Judaism. This thoughtful, understandable classic offers insight into...
Rabbi Avi Weiss: My Hero
A few days ago, I attended a momentous event to honor Rabbi Avi Weiss and his family. It marked the first time he had ever...
Ban Orthodox Rabbinic Pedophiles – Not Rabbi Avi Weiss
There's an ongoing debate within the Jewish Modern Orthodox community about where its parameters lie. The most recent flare-up occurred after the Israeli Chief Rabbinate...
Put an End to the Israeli Chief Rabbinate’s Monopoly
It's painful to have one's rabbinic credentials challenged by the Chief Rabbinate of Israel. But that's exactly what's happened to me. In truth, it's much more...
How Dare Israel’s Rabbinate Dictate to American Orthodox Jews
Recent media reports indicate that at least ten American Modern Orthodox rabbis are no longer allowed by the Israeli Chief Rabbinate to recognize the Jewish...
‘Soul Doctor’ and the Awesome Legacy of Rabbi Shlomo Carlebach
I can't remember exactly the first time I heard Rabbi Shlomo Carlebach sing, or the first time I met him, but I do remember feeling...
Tell the Stories of Today’s Jewish Heroes
Every week I spend time in the library with my children, often reading the biographies of different heroes. It is easy to find...
The Difference between Orthodox Jews and Religious Jews?
As CEO of 5WPR, I am well versed in matters concerning brands and how media shapes perceptions. On a professional and personal front,...
Erev Yom Kippur Applause to the Jewish Orchestra
Jewish communal activist, Rabbi Avi Weiss, often compares the Jewish community to a symphony orchestra, in which there are drummers, flautists, violinists, and so on....
