Prologue Journal

Understanding current events through the lenses of the past and future.

LA and Jerusalem rabbis step in as battle rages over who should run German rabbinical schools

Jerusalem Post Germany’s rabbinical schools are being revitalized through a partnership with American and Israeli rabbis amid funding struggles and leadership controversies. https://www.jpost.com/judaism/article-820801

At Madison Square Garden, an Ishay Ribo concert becomes a moment of Jewish awakening

Jerusalem Post Ishay Ribo’s concert at Madison Square Garden brought together thousands of Jews in a powerful expression of unity and spirituality amid recent grief and loss. https://www.jpost.com/judaism/article-820778

In memory of Mrs. Cherna Moskowitz, of blessed memory

Jerusalem Post https://www.jpost.com/judaism/article-820736

Documentation: Rabbi Pinto strengthens the residents of sunny Isles Beach

Jerusalem Post https://www.jpost.com/judaism/article-820659

Spacewalks and beyond: The Torah’s stance on risky adventures

Jerusalem Post https://www.jpost.com/judaism/article-820657

Artist and physician Mark Podwal dies at 79

Jerusalem Post Mark Podwal, artist and physician, whose distinctive work adorned museums, synagogues, and opinion pages, will be remembered by his many admirers. https://www.jpost.com/judaism/article-820442

Anticipation Grows Ahead of Rabbi Pinto’s Visit to Israel: Torah Lesson and Selichot in Ashdod

Jerusalem Post https://www.jpost.com/judaism/article-820355

Ancient mystical Jewish text Shem Tov Bible Sells for $6.9 Million, set for public display

Jerusalem Post The Shem Tov Bible, an ornate Hebrew manuscript from 1312, sold for $6.9 million at Sotheby’s and will be publicly displayed. https://www.jpost.com/judaism/article-820209

Jewish reggae star Matisyahu says that ‘antisemitism and morons’ won’t stop him

Jerusalem Post Jewish reggae star Matisyahu tells the New York Post about his thriving career and unwavering stance despite anti-Israel backlash, and concert cancellations. https://www.jpost.com/judaism/article-820111

Parashat Ki Tetze: Commitment, abilities, and results

Jerusalem Post Those who understand this need no further explanation of the difference between a relationship without marriage and a relationship that has gained the legal and emotional commitment of marriage. https://www.jpost.com/judaism/torah-portion/article-819856