Sparks of History: How to Celebrate: A Historic Halachic Take on Yom HaAtzmaut & Yom Yerushalayim

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April 28 2025
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What is the history of how Yom HaAtzmaut and Yom Yerushalayim were first established in the State of Israel? How did different Israeli political leaders and rabbinic authorities collaborate, or disagree, on establishing these holidays How have the customs and public ceremonies of Yom HaAtzmaut and Yom Yerushalayim changed or developed since they were first instituted? Are there examples in Jewish tradition—such as certain fast days or festive dates—that might parallel the celebratory nature of Yom HaAtzmaut or Yom Yerushalayim? In what ways do Jewish texts or religious authorities address ideas of national independence or the significance of Jerusalem, potentially providing a framework for these modern holidays? Are there significant rabbinic responsa that serve as ideological cornerstones for religious communities observing these holidays?” What are the religious/halachic arguments against the celebration of Yom HaAtzmaut and Yom Yerushalayim? Do opponents propose alternative forms of commemoration, or do they abstain entirely from observance? Is there a difference between how Yom HaAtzmaut and Yom Yerushalayim are commemorated? Should there be a difference?

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    Learning on the Marcos and Adina Katz YUTorah site is sponsored today by the Goldberg and Mernick families to mark the yahrzeit of Samuel M. Goldberg, R’ Shmuel Meir ben R’ Eliyahu HaCohen z”l