In another “moment in time” for the Perth Jewish community, yet another monumental literary work by Rabbi Shalom Coleman was launched tonight. A large crowd attended a very dignified launch function at the PHC, where the transcript of “They Gave of Their Time – A record of volunteers shaping the
Dear Mr Rudd My name is Gedalia. I am a Jewish blogger from Western Australia. I have some things in common with members of your party. For example, I am a faceless man who likes to influence discussion. I am a working class person, with values, and a belief in
The Jewish Day School movement had it’s contemporary origins in the post era about 70 years ago. It has been one of the most significant factors in the resurgence of Jewish identity in the Diaspora. Prior to Jewish day schools, Jewish education was consigned to the Yeshiva, and reserved for
One of the attributes that I greatly admire about truely religious Jews is that they will put their principles before their self interest, and prioritise their religious deeds above financial gain. Having financial resources and applying them towards “purchasing” the influence of others is a way of the world in which we
I wrote previously about the differences between covert and overt racial prejudice, and how it is unhealthy to bottle prejudice up. I also sense that more and more the Australian “way of life” is being muffled by an undertone of suppressed political correctness, that ironically stifles debate about the true
There could have been no better way for the PHC to commence its 120th year celebrations. The euphoria of the visit to Perth by the Chief Rabbi will linger for some time. The Rabbi made a number of public addresses that endeared him to a broad audience base. His ability
Next week marks an auspicious moment for the Perth Hebrew Congregation as they celebrate their 120th year by hosting Chief Rabbi Lord Jonathan Sacks. Mazaltov to the PHC, and may the next 120 years of the Shule be filled with continued prosperity and growth of yiddishkeit. Rabbi Sacks serves as
“There came a new Pharoah who did not know Joseph.” As we commence reading the book of Shmot, the reader of the Torah comes to learn that suddenly, despite all the hard work, productive contribution, acceptance and integration of the family of Joseph into Egyptian society, the Jewish contribution towards
Thursday this week marks one of the minor fast days in the Jewish calendar, Asara B’Tevet. If you are a supporter of Israel advocacy or Jewish identity, then you should feel compelled to mark this occasion through fasting, tefillah and other reflective means. Notably, this day is used by many
Looking back on the calendar year, I’ve decided to publish the inaugural Jewgle Perth annual awards. The awards are based on what has been a busy 12 months and reward accomplishment during the year of 2011. The nomination and selection of awards is determined solely by the one judge, with