Tag: Torah law
Update: Arab Vocalist’s Conversion Rejected by Israel’s Chief Rabbinate
Qadri was informed the conversion would not be recognized because it was carried out by a rabbi who is independent from the state network of Rabbinate authorities authorized to conduct conversions.
Jewish Ethicist Says Sanctioning ‘Anti-Vaccine’ Parents Justified But Not Effective
"Such sanctions will likely have limited impact upon parents who are so swayed by incorrect information.”
Appointment of IDF Chief Rabbi Delayed by Court
The rabbi's appointment as IDF chief rabbi is being held up by secularists angry at remarks he says they misunderstood.
Rabbi Rachamim Barchiyahu Appointed Israel Police Chaplain
The new Israel Police chaplain heads a yeshiva devoted to finding halachic ways for observant Jews to serve with the force.
Court Ruling against Business on Shabbat Arouses More Complaints
Small shop owners in cities outside of Tel Aviv may follow the example of Tel Aviv and campaign for their cities to uphold any...