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The Tosfos Yomtov was convinced that the death of 300,000 –600,000 Jews during the Chmielnicki massacres of 1648-49 were because of improper Tefila. Communicated: Tefilla

Chillul Tefila Bifarhesia, as well as halachicly challenged verbiage and dress, are external manifestations of a critical lack of personal yiras shomayim which has lethal consequences.



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Is Islam Itself The Problem?

Published: September 21st, 2010
Latest update: August 28th, 2012
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The crucial distinctions, therefore, may be not between “moderates” and “radicals” but between those who are radical and those who are less so – since they all use the same source, the Koran. Because so many people are in positions of authority – many with aggressive political agendas – and with the possibility of moving easily from moderate to radical positions, it’s lethal chaos.

These questions need to be clarified.

Americans are tolerant, open and respectful, but they aren’t stupid. That’s why they keep asking.

Moshe Dann is a writer and journalist living in Jerusalem. He taught American history at CUNY.

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About the Author: Moshe Dann is a writer living in Jerusalem.


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