We're One Jewish Family. But What Happens When We Believe Our Brothers Are Wrong? With Rabbi Doron Perez (311)
From Orthodox Conundrum · 01:13:18
Show by Scott Kahn
Check out Orthodox Conundrum Commentary on Substack and get your free subscription by going to https://scottkahn.substack.com/ - and members get this and other episodes of the Orthodox Conundrum Podcast ad-free and with early access and additional bonus content! We constantly talk about Jewish unity, insisting that despite our differences, we're all one family. But what does that actually mean when we believe that other members of our Jewish family are not merely mistaken, but acting in ways that are morally or religiously unacceptable? Does being one family mean putting our disagreements aside, or does genuine love sometimes demand confrontation? Rabbi Doron Perez, Executive Chairman of World Mizrachi and author of the new book Smallest Nation, Largest Family, joins me for a deeply personal, challenging, and ultimately hopeful conversation about the meaning and limits of Jewish unity. We discuss the painful divisions surrounding the Chareidi draft, the challenge of maintaining solidarity with Jews who actively oppose Israel, the tension between Orthodox religious principles and Jewish pluralism, and the moral dangers of putting loyalty to our own people above justice and truth. We also examine Israel's recent election, and Rabbi Perez offers a striking interpretation of its seemingly inconclusive results, suggesting that what appears to be a deeply divided electorate may actually be sending a powerful message about the country's future. At a time when Jewish unity is invoked constantly but tested more severely than ever, this conversation asks what it really means to love our fellow Jews, what that love demands of us, and whether our differences can become a source of strength rather than division. To order Rabbi Doron Perez's book, Smallest Nation Largest Family, click here. If your business is interested in advertising to our engaged Orthodox audience, or if you'd like to sponsor an episode in honor of a loved one or simcha, please reach out to [email protected] to support meaningful Jewish conversations. Thanks to all of our Patreon subscribers, who have access to bonus JCH podcasts, merch, and more - we appreciate your help, and hope you really enjoy the extras! Visit the JCH Patreon site at https://www.patreon.com/jewishcoffeehouse. Write to [email protected] to learn all about creating your own podcast. Music: "Happy Rock" by bensound.com
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