#159 - Eruv II : The Controversies

History for the Curious - The Jewish History Podcast

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In the last 150 years, few things have created disputes in Jewish communities, in the way Eruvin has. Why? What makes an Eruv so very different to Kashrus? And in hindsight can we now work out who was right? Could Yerushalayim hold the key?

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Eiruv and Jewish Heritage

02:53 The Historical Context of Eiruv in Toronto

05:47 Rabbi Graubart's Contributions to Eiruv

09:01 The Evolution of Eiruv in Toronto

11:45 Challenges of Eiruv in Yerushalayim

15:03 Halachic Perspectives on Eiruv

17:51 Debates on Eiruv and Community Needs

21:00 The Role of Local Rabbanim in Eiruv Decisions

24:10 Conclusion and Future of Eiruv Discussions

30:11 The Complexity of Eruvin Decisions

34:30 Halachic Perspectives on Shabbos and Eruvin

39:51 Community Needs and Rabbinical Authority

45:40 Historical Context and Modern Implications of Eruvin

52:18 The Challenges of Eruvin in Contemporary Society

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