Past Features

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Gush Katif Funds Update
An update on the funds raised and distributed for the evacuated communities of Gush Katif/Northern Shomron.

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October is NA'IM
The OU and Yachad, the National Jewish Council for Disabilities Announce October as North American Inclusion Month.

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Watch it Now!
The archive of the Masechet Shabbat Siyum is now online.

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Ta'anit Dibbur
We have been witness to devastating images of burning synagogues in Gaza
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America's Orthodox Zionists ask: What now?
Read article by Stephen Savitsky and Nathan Diament.

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Rashi
Rashi's 900th yahrzeit
was commemorated on 29 Tammuz, August 5.

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President’s Message
Proud to Be an OU Member

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Special Resources
NCSY Presents Substance Abuse Information and Resources for Teens and their Parents.

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Kiddush Clubs and the Sanctity of the Synagogue
Articles and messages in support of the OU's call.

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The Sfas Emes
Rabbi Weinreb Discusses the Sfas Emes, on the Centennial of his Passing.

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Archived Chanukah Shiur
Rabbi Zvi Sobolofsky discusses The Halachic Response to Miracles, given on Thursday, December 9th.
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The Nullity of Being … the Greatness of Being
Reflections on the Ten Days of Repentance by Rabbi Eliyahu Safran.

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The Grand Slam
A short story for the Days of Awe by Rabbi Yaakov Luban.

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The Ultimate Kindness
View this video presentation about the Chevra Kadisha and the preparations for a Jewish burial.
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The Klausenburger Rebbe
Commemorative remarks upon the occasion of the 10th Yahrzeit of the Klausenburger Rebbe zt”l.

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The Lubavitcher Rebbe
Commemorative remarks upon the occasion of the 10th Yahrzeit of the Lubavitcher Rebbe zt”l.

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OU's Mesorah Conference and Halachic Se'udah
Brilliant Lectures, Delectable Meal.
Read the JTA report on this once-in-a-lifetime event.
Listen to the lectures online.

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International Conference on Anti-Semitism
IPA International Affairs Director, Betty Ehrenberg, was an official US Delegate to this important conference in Berlin.
Read her message
(PDF)
Read her report

Photo of OSCE Conference delegates in the Oval Office Tuesday, May 18, 2004.

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High Risk to Children in Homes Using Liquid Oil Shabbat Lights!
A study in the medical journal Pediatrics shows very high accident rate. Please read and take precautions.

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Orthodox Response to Same-Sex Marriage
Read Rabbi Weinreb's forthright presentation of same-sex marriage in Jewish law and a joint statement from the OU and the RCA.

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A Passion for Judaism
Excerpts from a symposium on Jewish reaction to the Mel Gibson movie.
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Brief interview with Rabbi Dr. Tzvi Hersh Weinreb courtesy of WOR Radio, NYC.
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Accessing Megillah Reading for the Hearing-Impaired
View a sample of the Our Way/NJCD Power Point Megillat Esther Program.

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We Mourn...

We Mourn...
Click here for links to an audio file and a video file of the funeral for Mikey Butler, Refael Michael Yitzchok ben Nechama Sarah, A"H, in Pittsburgh. The OU and NCSY mourn the passing of Mikey, who was an inspiration to NCSYers all over the country.
Tehei nafsho tserurah bitzror hachayyim.

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Selecting the Arba Minim
OU.ORG presents two special video shiurim on the Arba Minim, given by Rabbi Hershel Schachter.
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Changing Perspectives
A Short story for the Days of Awe by Rabbi Yaakov Luban.
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A Time to Forgive - DOWNLOAD!!
Before we ask Hashem to forgive us,
we must learn to forgive one another. The question is: How?
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Online Keness Teshuva
Log onto OU.ORG for Rabbi Dr. Tzvi Hersh Weinreb's Keness Teshuva on September 30, at 5:00 PM.
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More Meaningful
OU.ORG presents an inspiring video shiur by Rabbi Benjamin Yudin - "Making Prayer More Meaningful."
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Beginner's Services

Return!
We are pleased to announce the third installment in the NCSY Torah on One Foot Series, Teshuva - View the PDF!
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Jerusalem Connections Video
You can now see the acclaimed 5763 OU video, shown in hundreds of shuls on Tisha B'Av, online.
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Tisha B'Av Presentation
Rabbi Weinreb's presentation was heard by thousands on the internet on Tisha B'Av 5763.  A video archive is now available.
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Acheinu Lithograph
Traditionally said after the recital of Tehillim (Psalms) in times of uncertainty, this lithograph is available for purchase...
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The Jewish World

Special Tefillah
A beautiful prayer by the Shelah Hakadosh for parents to say this Thursday or Friday, prior to Rosh Chodesh Sivan.
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Special Videos
OU.ORG presents special videos featuring remarks by OU Executive Vice President and IPA International Director on the religious and political significance of Israel’s capital.
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Security Training Video
These times demand that increased vigilance and security measures must be put into place...
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Senator Speaks to OU
Watch Senator Rick Santorum's speech, delivered at the Institute For Public Affairs Gala Dinner on November 10, 2003.
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Help Israel's Front Lines
Join 100,000 Jews in reciting the Tefillah l'Chayalei Tzah"al & raising $100,000 for helping Israeli soldiers.
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Religious Response to Catastrophe
A message for the Month of Adar By: Rabbi Dr. Tzvi Hersh Weinreb

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Rav Video Offer

Special Video Set Offer!!
Commemoration of the 100th Birthday and the Tenth Yahrzeit of Rav Joseph B. Soloveitchik zt”l.

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OU.ORG Just Dreaming
An Article by By Rabbi Yoel Schonfeld
 
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Remembering September 11 Remembering September 11
A Brief commemoration
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Online Shiurim
Eight shiurim for the Yamim Noraim

 
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IPA Political Action Guide IPA Political Action Guide
NOW is the time to have your synagogue meet with your elected officials during the August recess before elections in November.
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Please Help! Hatzalah Yehuda and Shomron Please Help!
Please support Hatzalah Yehuda and Shomron.  Visit their website and learn how you can help.
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New Issue of Tradition! Tradition!
Popular Rabbinical Council of America Journal addresses today's issues.  Subscribe today!
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Keep the Flame Burning Bright The Light of Torah 
The OU & the RCA are proud to salute our young North Americans studying Torah in Israel this year.
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New Video!
OU.ORG is proud to present a new video
 
underscoring the need for your support during this critical time in Israel.
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Jewish Optimism Half Full
Jewish Optimism: Eternal Words with Contemporary Echoes. Rabbi Eliyahu Safran offers reflections on Chodesh Elul.
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OU.ORG The Heavenly Call
If you received e-mail from an angel, would you heed…The Heavenly Call.  An article for Elul by Rabbi Yaakov Luban.
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Ruchoma Shain New Video!
OU.ORG is proud to present a very special video conversation with Ruchoma Shain.
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Lunchtime Shiur Lunchtime Torah Study
Notes on the OU's lunchtime shiur, given by Rabbi Zev Reichman - Would a "Beit-Din" Close "Napster" Down? Jewish Views on Intellectual Property
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Peace Graphic In All of Your Prayers...
In this time of crisis for Klal Yisrael, Jews around the world turn in prayer to the Master of the Universe.
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OU.ORG An E-mail from Hashem
A number of individuals wrote to us that they had often wondered what it would be like to receive e-mail from Hashem....
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Please Help the Family of Rabbi Hillel Lieberman Funds Needed
Funds are being raised to help provide for the family of the slain rabbi, Hillel Lieberman..."
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ShaarHashamayim.com A Story for the Days of Awe
About 100 years ago, the Chofetz Chaim suggested that the reason motion pictures were invented was to help man visualize Divine Judgment.
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The Other Side of the Story - the Pardes Project Pardes Project Investigates
The Other Side of the Story - Part of sharing a close relationship with is giving them the benefit of the doubt.
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Special Book Offer - Family Redeemed - by Rav Joseph B. Soloveitchik HaRav Joseph B. Soloveitchik
Take advantage of this special introductory offer of Family Redeemed by The Rav - Now In English!!
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Voter's Guide
OU/IPA presents the Voter's Guide to help clarify the important election issues.
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NEVER AGAIN! Students Demonstrate Against Racism in Austria - 17 Peaceful Protests Held Around the World
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Pardes Project - Love What is love?
This is a question that has tantalized poets and philosophers throughout the ages...
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You Are Here - The Pardes Project You are Here...
Where do we stand on the timeline of history? Do we create history, or is history just something that happens to us?
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OU West Coast Convention 1999 Convention Online!
Several lectures from the OU West Coast's 1999 Convention are now available online...
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Let's Shmooze about Davening Let's Shmooze about Davening
Tefilla
, prayer, is the earnest attempt to express the innermost longing of the soul. It is a vital component of our lives as Jews.
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The Rav - The World of Rabbi Joseph B. Soloveitchik The Orthodox Union is honored to introduce the publication of a monumental 2-volume work on the life and teachings of Rabbi Joseph B. Soloveitchik, ZT"L.
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Let's Sing in the Succah!  An OU.ORG Audio Tape for Children Let's Sing in the Succah! An OU.ORG Audio Tape for Children
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OU Urges Safety Precautions for Synagogues The OU/NCYI Guide to Synagogue Security deals security matters of special concern to synagogues and other Jewish institutions in mind.
COMPLETE ONLINE VERSION!
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Our Way The Hearing-Impaired Child in the Jewish Classroom Handbook By Batya Jacob
COMPLETE ONLINE VERSION!
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Choosing a College - NCSY CHOOSING A COLLEGE - A Guide for  Observant Students
By Rabbi Joseph Polak

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