Rabbi Burg's Blog

A Personal Note I Almost Didn’t Write

A Personal Note I Almost Didn’t Write

This week, the world witnessed a powerful moment. Israel and the United States stood together and moved decisively against a…
This Is Not a Time to Bow

This Is Not a Time to Bow

I was on my way to Israel this past Sunday, and throughout Shabbos, I was with many dear friends of…
Our Next Test Is Each Other

Our Next Test Is Each Other

This week also included a meaningful and important meeting that connects directly to these themes of unity, relationship, and standing…
A Defining Moment for Aish and the Jewish Future

A Defining Moment for Aish and the Jewish...

This past week was truly exceptional. I feel deeply blessed to have been with so many of you at the…
Defending Civilization Begins With Knowledge

Defending Civilization Begins With Knowledge

I am incredibly energized by where Aish is heading. The work being done with AI, online learning, and social media…
One Family, One Moment, One People

One Family, One Moment, One People

Through the Erber family, who dedicated a Torah in Ran’s memory this past Sukkot, I had the privilege of getting…
Tel Aviv is Searching, and AISH is Responding

Tel Aviv is Searching, and AISH is Responding

This week, three of our incredible scholars, Rabbi Dov Ber Cohen, Rabbi MZ Dubov, and Rabbi Mathias, traveled to Tel…
From Jerusalem to Miami: Aish at a Turning Point

From Jerusalem to Miami: Aish at a Turning...

Cross River dedicated the Essentials wing of our new women’s building. Cross River is an institution rooted in powerful values.…
From Latin America to Somaliland, Aish at Work Across the World

From Latin America to Somaliland, Aish at Work...

This week was filled to the brim with activity. Every single day, I met with elected officials and leaders. I…
Hatred Does Not Define the Jewish People

Hatred Does Not Define the Jewish People

This week, we hosted two dozen soldiers from the elite units of the newly formed Chashmonaim Brigade who made a…