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In every generation, a person must see himself as though he personally had gone out of Egypt, as it is said: “And you shall tell your son on that day, saying: ‘It is because of what the L-rd did for me when I came forth out of Egypt.’”
Rabbi Dr. Ari Berman, President of Yeshiva University, has announced the launch of a new pilot graduate program in Israel, beginning in Fall 2022. Called YU Torat Tziyon, this program will allow students to connect with educational, communal, and entrepreneurial thought leaders in Israel’s booming economic and cultural landscape, while delving into the rich heritage of the country.
US Rep. Grace Meng (D-NY), Vice Chair of the House Appropriations Subcommittee on State and Foreign Operations, last week issued the following statement ahead of pending news on the United States’ return to the Iran nuclear deal.
The self-sacrifice of Rabeinu in tzedakah-related matters was famous, and yet few knew how deep and strong was the connection between Rabeinu and the mitzvah of tzedakah in general and his tzedakah organization, Kupat Ha’ir, which he founded and developed for tens of years - in particular.
On January 1 of 2020, approximately 100,000 people joined together at MetLife Stadium to celebrate the completion of the seven-and-a-half-year cycle of Daf Yomi.
