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  • in reply to: Funny issue with RCA prenup #2437718
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    Ishpurim:

    A “Safek Mamzer” has the worst of it all; he/she cannot marry a regular Jew and he/she cannot even marry a mamzer.

    in reply to: Rabbi Moshe Hillel Hirsch and the IDF (Israeli Army) #2436480
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    HaKatan: Thank you for all your excellent posts fully explaining the Torah’s position on this issue.

    in reply to: Funny issue with RCA prenup #2436477
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    Abba_S:

    Based on that, anytime anyone is considering you marry a BT or even the child, grandchild or great grandchild of a BT, they need to thoroughly investigate the Yichus of that person, specifically all the marriages, divorces, mesader kedushins and gittin, of all that prospective groom or brides parents, grandparents and great-grandparents to check a) whether each and every of the marriages were valid under Jewish Law and b) of the marriage was valid if any subsequent separation/divorce had a gittin that was fully valid under Jewish Law, and if G-d forbid not, any subsequent children from such a woman would be considered to be mamzeirim along with all future offspring of that mamzer. (And thereby render and potential marriages with those offspring as impossible.)

    in reply to: ארץ ישראל and the state #2436178
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    IzoBar: The Jews living in the Arab countries for thousands of years before Zionism, lived there *relatively* peacefully for thousands of years. Yes, there were exceptions every now and then and you cited to examples. But you don’t have that many examples.

    If you want, you can find prominent examples of antisemitism even in the US, the Leo Frank case, Henry Ford, Father Charles Coughlin, etc. Do you consider Americans to be antisemites?

    The truth is we are living in Golus, and in Golus antisemitism is the rule and not the exception. Everywhere in Golus antisemitism is to be expected, from the time our bitter Golus began 2,000 years ago about through today. And that applies everywhere; in Europe (most prominently), in the Arab countries, in the State of Israel and in the United States and elsewhere.

    By contrast, Jews living in Europe experienced murderous violent antisemitism every Monday and Thursday. Not to mention that the Europeans from Rome destroyed the Bais Hamikdash and attempted their first genocide in Yerushalayim and Eretz Yisroel; and not long thereafter Bar Kochba revolt they crushed. And ever since.

    Compare how the Jews in Spain fared. Under Muslim rule the Jews in Spain lived in the golden age; when the Christians took over Spain, the Jews faced violence, forced conversions to Christianity and, finally, expulsion and the Inquisition with Jews being burnt at the stake.

    The Europeans committed the Crusades multiple times, blood libels ongoing for centuries and centuries, expulsions of Jews from almost every European country that had Jews, at one time or another (including England, Spain, Portugal, Germany, France, etc.) over hundreds of years, confined to ghettos throughout Europe,, blamed for the Black Death persecutions, murdering 100,000 Jews in Tach V’Tat/Khmelnytsky Massacres in Ukraine, Dreyfus Affair, Protocols of the Elders of Zion, many murderous Pograms, etc. etc. etc.

    And, of course, the biggest of them all, the Holocaust, when Europe murdered 6,000,000 Jews just a few decades ago, with survivors of that still alive with us today.

    Indeed, the whole European Christian Church is explicitly built upon the claim that the Jews killed their “god”; and what on earth can be worse than killing “god”. So the Europeans had a ready-made excuse to justify their centuries and millenia of anti-Jewish violence, murder and genocide.

    The Arabs never came close to the above; not even a drop in the bucket, by comparison. The reality is that Jews lived under Arab rule for thousands of years, prior to the advent of Zionism, *mostly* peacefully.

    Indeed, by comparison, throughout Golus, from all the places that many Jews resided in, those living under Arab rule fared the best; far better than the countries that had many Jews outside the Arab lands.

    Unlike the Jews in Europe.

    in reply to: Learning Torah protects #2436168
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    JV: Although the State of “Israel” claims to be a “Jewish State”, it is anything but. It is an atheistic state, just as much as the Soviet Union was; and it always was so.

    in reply to: עת לעשות לה׳ הפירו תורתך #2436166
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    HaKatan:

    Thank you. Excellent point.

    in reply to: Entitlement #2436163
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    Judaism IS superior in religion.

    And we must conform with Jewish law, tradition, customs and religious Torah Judaism.

    in reply to: Anti-Semitic sufferingby the jews ofm montreal, Que. #2436164
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    You’re right.

    Perhaps emigrate Canada to the United States.

    in reply to: Antisemitism #2436162
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    We are obligated, per Jewish Law, to hate and to mock apikorsim.

    in reply to: Conformity/versus morality #2436161
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    Morality is defined by the Torah. Nothing more and nothing less.

    Conformity is demanded by the Torah on many issues. And on many other issues, conformity is highly appropriate, even if not explicitly demanded by the Torah.

    in reply to: Save lives #2435465
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    The Seforim Hakedoshim say that when Moshiach comes only one in five will make it.

    in reply to: Learning Torah protects #2434982
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    Additionally, everyone has the absolute right to be exempt due to the fact that the IDF is openly and proudly a “melting pot” explicitly designed to turn every enlistee into a pure (read: secular) Israeli. This has been the express case since 1948 through today.

    Furthermore, the IDF is internationally infamous for their notorious well documented and sometimes even openly admitted debauchery, fornication, unchastity, and licentiousness between the two genders enlisted and serving together; especially between male superiors and female subordinates.

    in reply to: Learning Torah protects #2434823
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    “Let’s take it as a given that learning Torah adds to our protection and is a component of our military defense. Personally, I believe this. It’s part of our Mesorah. The big problem is that it’s a very vague statements and WE DO NOT KNOW HOW IT WORKS.”

    So what? We don’t need to know “how” it works; we know it works. That’s enough.

    “what’s the ratio of learners to soldiers?”

    Currently there are far far too few learners. We need to increase, greatly, the number of learners.

    “there is no critical, detailed, analysis of how it works and what we need”

    The Gedolei Yisroel shlita have already long made this analysis. There’s no one more qualified than Gedolei Yisroel shlita to make this analysis. The Gedolei Yisroel shlita are easily reachable. They do not live in Ivory Towers. They do not have security details. The Shin Bet does not keep people away from them. You can easily approach them and respectfully ask them. They will answer you. No need for coffee room threads.

    in reply to: Is Jewish Music “Jewish” Anymore? #2434592
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    No.

    Thank you for noticing and pointing this problem out.

    in reply to: Rabbi Lazer Brody and the IDF (Israeli Army) #2434589
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    I read a story once about a man who bit a dog.

    in reply to: who is the best jewish singer right now? #2434591
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    Me.

    in reply to: Dance / Running Music #2434383
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    What’s wrong with listening to the same traditional hartzig Yiddishe music over again (instead of the the Goyish copycat junk)?

    in reply to: Mahar"at Avi Weiss #2434382
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    Da: You never addressed the point other than dodging it with the same repetitive non-answer that the poor RCA was afraid to kick out apikoros Mr. Avi Weiss and his fellow OO cohorts who were rabbinic members of the RCA, since the RCA was afraid that by getting rid of the RCA apikorsim it would only, somehow, make them more powerful.

    in reply to: Mahar"at Avi Weiss #2433992
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    The sad part is that the RCA never kicked him out. The RCA allowed him to my an RCA member for many decades. And he would still be an RCA member today if he wanted to. The only reason he isn’t is because he chose to stop paying his RCA membership dues.

    in reply to: What's with left wingers and geirus #2433528
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    They’re like the Democrats who want to import immigrants to vote for them.

    in reply to: RCA sides with apikorsim #2433527
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    Nothing surprising.

    in reply to: Mahar"at Avi Weiss #2433526
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    He went back on his agreement with the RCA and started calling his females Rabbis, again.

    in reply to: Did your wife fast today? #2433525
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    Why not?

    in reply to: Funny issue with RCA prenup #2433524
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    Popa had great foresight 13 years ago, in this OP. Indeed, the BDA has gone to the left/Conservative.

    in reply to: Where does Joseph/ujm live? #2433459
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    I live in Gateshead.. Close to Harav Avrohom Gurwicz שליט״א and Harav Yitzchok Ehrentreu שליט״א.

    in reply to: In honor of Tisha B'av. What you respect about… #2433303
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    I respect Chasidim for their tremendous Chesed they provide for all of Klal Yisroel, regardless of the affiliation (or lack thereof) of whom they’re helping.

    I respect the Litvish for their dedication of their lives to Limud Torah.

    I respect Sefardim for their extremely strong respect and reverence of Rabbonim (even among those in the population who aren’t very observant themselves).

    I respect the Modern Orthodox for remaining religious despite all the secular amenities and cultural pushes to abandon religion.

    in reply to: Should America Offer Israelis a Safe Haven? #2432790
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    Perfect timing.

    The Gedolei Yisroel shlita”a have paskened that we must flee the Zionist Regime for Chutz La’aretz (even if that requires being Mechallel Shabbos!!) rather than C”V allow them to draft us into their army.

    HaRav Zilberstein In Name of HaRav Abramsky, Ztl: “If No Choice, Bnei Yeshivos Must Leave Israel, Even Be Mechallel Shabbos”

    in reply to: How are girls learning Gemorah #2432625
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    AAQ: Dr. Tendler himself related the story how he met his wife in the New York Public Library and got engaged to her in an interview with a periodical that is (or was) published online at the time.

    in reply to: Rabbi Moshe Hillel Hirsch and the IDF (Israeli Army) #2432624
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    The Zionists used to falsely claim that Rav Aryeh Leib Shteinman zt’l said it is okay for non learners and those who aren’t such Yirei Shamayim to join the IDF.

    Until Rav Shteiman called them out as liars, saying that only a Mechallel Shabbos should join the IDF:

    Recently Released Letter By Maran HaRav SHteinman To Hagon HaRav Don Segal Regarding Nachal Charedi

    Now they’re lying about Rav Hirsch shlita.

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    The US has draft deferrals, including during war time such as Vietnam, for religious seminary students as well as for general conscientious objectors.

    in reply to: Artificial sweeteners #2432622
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    My only point here was that Stevia, which is just as natural as sugar, is a healthier alternative to sugar.

    Between the comparative side effects, or downsides, of them both, Stevia wins over sugar.

    in reply to: Rabbi Moshe Sherer and the modern State of Israel #2432619
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    I don’t know that son, but whatever his position is no raya about anything about his father. Many tzadikim unfortunately had children where the apple fell far from the tree.

    in reply to: Rabbi Moshe Sherer and the modern State of Israel #2432617
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    Chaim: He did not say it in public. You have only one source from a Zionist magazine quoting a Zionist Rabbi, because no other sources exist.

    in reply to: How are girls learning Gemorah #2432609
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    Simcha613: “(though I assume and hope they have their own poskim making these decisions)”

    You’re going too far out on a limb trying to be find a zchus in wrongful activity. If you walked by and saw a group of Jewish teens through the windows of McDonald’s having a jolly time partying eating cheeseburgers and shrimp with cheap goyish wine, you wouldn’t “klerr” that “I assume and hope they have their own poskim making these decisions” allowing them to party in a treif McDonald’s with cheeseburgers, shrimp and wine. Nor should you klerr as such about MO bungalow colonies with mixed swimming, MO shuls with a three foot “mechitza” and a social hall with mixed dancing, MO teens keeping a “half Shabbos” while texting each other, or those eating in non-kosher “vegetarian” restaurants simply by deciding it is okay by simply looking through the list of ingredients. (Only when “away from town”, of course.)

    Nor should you make that deduction regarding girls schools that have a mandatory Gemora class (or virtually mandatory, where it is socially unacceptable and embarrassing to opt out and/or they are enrolled by default.)

    in reply to: How are girls learning Gemorah #2432203
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    Typo/correction: son in law (not sign); and father-in-law’s (not father’s).

    in reply to: How are girls learning Gemorah #2432202
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    What’s so hard to farshtay, AAQ? By time he found out they had already fallen in love and he was powerless to seperate them. They were both over 18, you know. He made the best of the situation by supporting their decision, rather than making a useless fight — and hoping for the best. But the best case scenario didn’t turn out. As the sign in law later defied his father’s positions on more than once occasion, both during and after his lifetime. This fact is available in a public letter from the same Agudas Yisroel than Rav Moshe was the head of.

    in reply to: Rabbi Moshe Sherer and the modern State of Israel #2432085
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    In 1937 the Moetzes Gedolei HaTorah, meeting in Marienbad, firmly and publicly opposed the Peel Commission.

    in reply to: Rabbi Moshe Sherer and the modern State of Israel #2432069
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    Now we know the source of the lie, thanks to hadopi. The lie comes from the Zionist Orthodox Union magazine, only quoting a Zionist Rabbi of Israel, according to what was published in the Zionist publication Techumin, published by the Zionist Yisrael Rosen, who was the head of the Zionist/MO Zomet Institute and was a politician in the party of Naftali Bennet (the guy who is married to a secular woman and who teamed up with Yair Lapid of the anti-Torah, anti-Orthodox, Yesh Atid) and teamed up with an Arab party, HaBayit HaYehudi.

    And there is no other source for this false quote, exactly because it is… false.

    in reply to: How are girls learning Gemorah #2432060
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    simcha613: Virtually all of the Modern Orthodox (MO) girls schools and co-ed schools that teach girls Gemora, its part of the regular curriculim and the girls aren’t asked if they want to join, they are effectively enrolled in it without them having a real choice.

    in reply to: How are girls learning Gemorah #2431628
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    AAQ: He did not suggest him at all to his daughter. His daughter met him in the New York Public Library and from there it just went from there. Rav Moshe accepted it because by time he knew about it, it was too late. The son in law misrepresented his father in law on multiple occasions.

    in reply to: Rabbi Moshe Sherer and the modern State of Israel #2431623
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    Chaim87: You built one lie upon another. That made-up quote was never said by him.

    in reply to: Rabbi Moshe Hillel Hirsch and the IDF (Israeli Army) #2431422
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    Certified Bubbe Maaisa.

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    AJ: The US army has offered conscientious objective status to not joining the army as well as religious seminary exemptions. Even at time of war, such as during Vietnam.

    in reply to: Should America Offer Israelis a Safe Haven? #2431026
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    Word from the White House is that President Trump is giving serious consideration to offering religious Jews in Israel refugee status in the United States.

    Similar to President Trump’s refugee status offer to white South African Africanners of Dutch heritage.

    in reply to: The Peaceful Dismantlement of the State of “Israel” #2431024
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    none0: When did you become an apikoros?

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    Shazsheri: Excellent comment.

    Yasher Koach!

    in reply to: Artificial sweeteners #2430648
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    The harmful effects of sugar:

    🧠 Brain and Mental Health
    Addiction-like effects: Triggers dopamine release, leading to cravings and dependency.

    Mood swings: Causes blood sugar spikes and crashes, leading to irritability and fatigue.

    Increased risk of depression: High sugar intake is linked to greater risk of depression and anxiety.

    Cognitive decline: Excess sugar may impair memory and learning; linked to Alzheimer’s risk (“type 3 diabetes”).

    ❤️ Heart and Circulatory System
    Increased risk of heart disease: Raises triglycerides, blood pressure, and inflammation.

    Increases LDL (“bad”) cholesterol and lowers HDL (“good”) cholesterol.

    Hardening of the arteries (atherosclerosis): Promotes plaque buildup and vascular damage.

    High blood pressure: Especially from sugary drinks and processed foods.

    🩺 Metabolic and Hormonal Effects
    Weight gain and obesity: Extra calories and fat storage from insulin response.

    Insulin resistance: Precursor to type 2 diabetes.

    Type 2 diabetes: Strongly linked to sugar intake.

    Non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD): Fructose is metabolized in the liver and can lead to fat accumulation.

    Leptin resistance: Disrupts satiety signaling, leading to overeating.

    🍭 Teeth and Mouth
    Tooth decay and cavities: Sugar feeds harmful oral bacteria that produce acid.

    Gum disease: Linked to high-sugar diets and poor oral hygiene.

    🦴 Muscles and Joints
    Increased inflammation: Sugar contributes to systemic inflammation, worsening arthritis and joint pain.

    Higher uric acid levels: Can increase risk of gout.

    🧬 Immune System
    Weakened immune response: Excess sugar may suppress immune function and white blood cell activity.

    Increased risk of infections: Weaker immune function makes you more vulnerable.

    🧖‍♀️ Skin and Aging
    Accelerated skin aging: Sugar binds to proteins via glycation, damaging collagen and elastin.

    Acne: High-glycemic diets are associated with acne flare-ups.

    🧠 Neurological and Behavioral Effects (Children and Adults)
    Hyperactivity in children (often reported).

    Behavioral issues and inattention: Linked to blood sugar instability.

    🩸 Digestive and Gut Health
    Disruption of gut microbiome: Feeds harmful gut bacteria and yeast like Candida.

    Bloating and gas: Fermentation of sugars in the gut can cause discomfort.

    👶 Effects During Pregnancy and on Children
    Gestational diabetes: Linked to excessive sugar intake during pregnancy.

    Macrosomia (large baby size): Higher sugar intake increases risk.

    Childhood obesity and metabolic issues: Early sugar exposure influences long-term health.

    🧪 Cancer Risk
    Increased cancer risk: Obesity, insulin resistance, and chronic inflammation (exacerbated by sugar) are risk factors for several cancers (e.g., breast, colon, pancreatic).

    Promotes cancer cell growth (controversial but under study): Some cancer cells use glucose more aggressively than normal cells (Warburg effect).

    ⚖️ Addiction and Lifestyle Effects
    Binge-eating behavior: Sugar encourages reward-seeking and lack of control over intake.

    Poor diet quality: High sugar intake often displaces nutrient-dense foods.

    📉 Longevity and Overall Mortality
    Shortened lifespan: Excessive sugar has been associated with higher overall mortality.

    Chronic disease burden: Linked to many of the top causes of death, including heart disease, stroke, and diabetes.

    Common Sources of Hidden Sugar:
    Sweetened beverages (soda, energy drinks, juice)

    Breakfast cereals

    Flavored yogurt

    Sauces and condiments (e.g., ketchup, BBQ sauce)

    Protein bars and granola

    Baked goods

    Canned soups and ready-made meals

    in reply to: Rabbi Moshe Sherer and the modern State of Israel #2430642
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    Chaim87: You’re a liar. Rav Isser Zalman opposed the State and its creation.

    in reply to: Letter about sheitels #2430643
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    So stay selfish. It is a sacred thing. Since, like you said, you were born that way.

    in reply to: ארץ ישראל and the state #2430644
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    Coffee Addict: So America is Christian, since they shut down government offices on Chrsitmas?

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