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Welcoming the Stranger: Judaism's Most Repeated Command
The Torah commands love for the stranger 36 times — more than any other commandment. From ancient Israelite law to modern refugee advocacy, Judaism's insistence on welcoming the outsider is central to its ethical vision.
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Ger Hasidism: The Largest Hasidic Movement in Israel
From a small town in Poland to the largest Hasidic movement in Israel, Ger (Gur) has shaped ultra-Orthodox politics, Torah scholarship, and communal life. Explore the dynasty built on the Sfas Emes's brilliance and a fierce commitment to Torah study.
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Judaism and Immigration: The Ethics of Welcoming the Stranger
The Torah commands Jews to love the stranger 36 times — more than any other commandment. This repeated insistence, rooted in the Jewish experience of exile and migration, shapes a distinctive ethical approach to immigration.
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