Society

Embark on a journey of Jewish learning and discovery, exploring the depth of our Society resources, where tagged items including audio, programs, and podcast episodes await your exploration.

The Shidduch Crisis

Aliza Abrams, Rabbi Chananya Weissman, Rabbi Daniel Korobkin and 1 more

Few topics in contemporary Orthodoxy evoke as much passion and discussion as that of shidduchim and marriage. Articles and advice columns abound regarding whether there is a shidduch crisis; whether young people are prepared for…
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The Long Road: Children On and Off the Derech

Dr. Ruby Wolbromsky, Leah Malamet, Rabbi Jeremy Stavisky and 1 more

Recent studies have indicated that a significant number of children raised in dati homes eventually leave the path of religious observance. Some estimates range from fifteen to twenty percent per year of the students in the religious high…
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The Long Road: Children On and Off the Derech

Dr. Ruby Wolbromsky, Leah Malamet, Rabbi Jeremy Stavisky and 1 more

We've all seen the hurt and confusion of parents who dedicated their lives to trying to convey their highest beliefs to their children, only to be rejected. We've seen the hurt and confusion of children who can't seem to find a "…
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Powerless in Toronto

Rabbi Jay Kelman

It’s always important to remind ourselves to be thankful for those things we take for granted—like having electricity. As many of you know firsthand, and many others have undoubtedly heard, we Torontonians are slowly recovering from an…
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Can It Really Be That (Some) Jews Don't Learn Torah on Christmas Eve?

Dr. Marc Shapiro

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The Shidduch Crisis

Aliza Abrams, Rabbi Chananya Weissman, Rabbi Daniel Korobkin and 1 more

Admission is $15 with advance registration, $25 at the door TiMPass holders and students, no charge Few topics in contemporary Orthodoxy evoke as much passion and discussion as that of shidduchim and marriage. Articles and advice columns…
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The Agunah Crisis: New Opportunities to Solve an Old Problem

Rabbi Jeremy Stern, Rabbi Shlomo Weissmann, Rachel Levmore and 1 more

Join us for an important discussion with an expert panel on a most crucial topic. Issues to be addressed include the prenuptial agreement, including  the unique Canadian legal issues; the role of the rabbi, community, and  social…
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6th International Conference on Jewish Medical Ethics

Dr. Anna Woloski-Wruble, Dr. Ben Zion Eliash, Rabbi Dr. Avraham Steinberg and 3 more

To Register in CDN dollars please click on full price list above To register in US dollars please click here. 15 CME credits available! Connect with leading experts at another wonderful weekend of Torah learning paired with thought-provoking…
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Rupture and Repentance: Joseph and His Brothers

Dr. Bryna J. Levy

This special Rosh Chodesh Elul women's program is jointly sponsored by Torah in Motion and Shaarei Tefillah Congregation. Dr. Bryna J. Levy analyzes the story of Joseph and his brothers for lessons applicable to Rosh Hashanah. To see our flyer…
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The Pain and Privilege of Being a Mother in Israel (Tisha B'Av 2013)

Susie Weiss

Torah in Motion sponsors programming for Tisha B'Av annually. Our program enables one to truly understand and feel the losses that we experienced, and sharpens our ability to focus on the mourning required on this day. A mother who made aliyah…
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