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The veracity of the Bible’s Exodus story, the crux of the Passover seder and long an article of faith in the Jewish community — and a symbol of liberation for many communities — has become a subject of dispute in recent years. Some religious leaders, including prominent rabbis and Jewish scholars, question whether the en […]

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Regarding the recent article, “Why Charedim Are At The Center Of The Measles Outbreak” (April 5), if I need halachic advice, I go to a rabbi, and if I need medical advice, I go to a physician. I would never expect a rabbi to give medical advice on a subject with which he or she […]

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In reference to “Liberal Orthodox Yeshiva Says It Will Not Ordain Gay Student” (April 5), I believe staff writer Shira Hanau and The Jewish Week have continued their tradition of trying to get a diversity of perspectives and doing their due diligence in their reporting. I am grateful for their work. To speak with conviction […]

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