January 12, 2025

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Rabbi Chaim Strauchler

Articles by Rabbi Chaim Strauchler

A Long-Awaited Positive Peace

October 15, 2023 was the date. Congregation Rinat Yisrael had prepared for months to welcome a unit of Israeli soldiers for the first time to

A Torah Perspective on Civic Engagement

Two generations ago, Rabbi Moshe Feinstein wrote: “A fundamental principle of Judaism is hakaras hatov (gratitude)—recognizing benefits afforded us and giving expression to our appreciation.

Dear Israel: With Love, New Jersey

Editor’s note: The following is the text of the video shown at Teaneck’s Yom Ha’Atzmaut celebration this past Tuesday. “How do you live with the