From the CEO

From the desk of Rabbi Steven Burg, AISH CEO

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Home!!!!

I hope that this glimpse into the electric atmosphere at Aish gives you an idea of what we are focused on.

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Aish at the White House

I hope that this glimpse into the electric atmosphere at Aish gives you an idea of what we are focused on.

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Jamie Geller!!!

I hope that this glimpse into the electric atmosphere at Aish gives you an idea of what we are focused on.

In The News

The Power of Words

“Life revolves around words,” rap legend Nissim Black said at New York City’s Safra Center on Nov. 8th. “We take for granted how much speech has an effect on a person’s mind, soul, entire being.”

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The Greatest Showman

I hope that this glimpse into the electric atmosphere at Aish gives you an idea of what we are focused on.

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Holy Sweat

“Now I have been embraced by brothers I did not know I had and am spending time defending a country I didn’t know was mine.”

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US Ambassador & Prayer

When I speak about only-at-Aish moments, it is one just like this. While we all may differ on our politics or opinions we can never forget that we all pray to the same G-d.

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A Week of Awe

This past Monday was a special day for Aish – and for me personally…Since my father, zt’l, passed away one year ago on Rosh Hashanah, the Erbers made the decision to donate a Torah in memory of my father and Bari’s grandmother…

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Holy Ink

To really love someone, one must tell them how beautiful they are and how much we love them in every way.

In The News

Protests Break Out in Iran

Rabbi Burg came on Newsmax to discuss the protests in Iran, and the concurrent  invitation of their regime’s leader to speak at the UN. 

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Argentinian Inspiration

Spending time in Argentina and Chile and seeing the tangible commitment of the local Aish leadership working to educate all of our Jewish brothers and sisters has been moving beyond words.

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Viva Aish México!

Aish Mexico is embarking on a 5 million dollar building project to build a state-of-the-art facility

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The State of the Jewish People

This past week I had the great honor of joining over one thousand Jewish leaders from around the world in Basel, Switzerland, on the occasion of the 125th anniversary of the first World Zionist Congress. The conference left me thinking a lot about the state of the Jewish people.

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Two Heroes

Countless inspired Jews today owe their journey to Jack Gindi and Zev Wolfson, zt”l. Even though they are gone physically, they are still impacting the world around us. As we enter into the Jewish month of Elul, we all must think about our ongoing contributions to the Jewish people.

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The Last Kaddish

In general I don’t discuss my personal life. Not on social media or here. I want to make an exception in the case of sharing with you my journey through the kaddish prayer.

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A Day in the Life

There were even more meetings, introductions and visits that happened in between all of these events, but this gives you a sampling of the unique intensity of what just twenty-four hours looks like here at Aish.

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Italy, Bosnia, and Chester, NY

My friends, Judaism is about sharing a journey together. It’s not just about Rabbis and Rebbetzins. Every Jew can make a difference. You can make a difference.

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Kippahs in Riyadh

I spent the past week meeting with the Aish Lay Steering Committee and executive professional team. So many thoughtful conversations took place revolving around Aish’s exponential growth.

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The Power of Lifecycle Events

For a Jewish wedding everyone was able to take a break from political battles to celebrate the continuity of the Jewish people.

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Laying Roots in NYC

Aish Israel has just moved into new headquarters in Tel Aviv! So many of the participants in our affiliated programs including Mothers with Meaning (MWM) and the Triumph Leadership Initiative (TLi) live in the greater Tel Aviv area, that we need a permanent location.

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Aish Expands in Tel Aviv

Aish Israel has just moved into new headquarters in Tel Aviv! So many of the participants in our affiliated programs including Mothers with Meaning (MWM) and the Triumph Leadership Initiative (TLi) live in the greater Tel Aviv area, that we need a permanent location.

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Meet Me in St. Louis

To receive a message from the son of the individual who got Aish started in the United States over 40 years ago, sharing that he thinks our vision is the most exciting approach he’s heard in over 30 years, was an affirmation of everything towards which we are working.

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We Are Insane

“Don’t misunderstand me. I think it’s great that you’re insane. Only Aish can be so insane to think they can go bring 20% of the world Jewish population to Jewish wisdom. The Jewish world needs to think big. We need more insane thinking.”

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Reunion in Heaven

Gratefully our guests have begun to return to Israel and to the Dan Family Aish World Center. In the coming days we will be officially reopening the Dan Family Aish World Center to the public… I want to share some of the changes going forward.

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Turning Darkness into Light

Gratefully our guests have begun to return to Israel and to the Dan Family Aish World Center. In the coming days we will be officially reopening the Dan Family Aish World Center to the public… I want to share some of the changes going forward.

The Night We Meet God

The Night We Meet God

On Shavuos night, Jews across the world stay awake learning Torah, some throughout the entire night until sunrise. Here at…
Tap Someone In This Shabbos

Tap Someone In This Shabbos

I recently saw an online commentator reminiscing about the old days when children played in the streets, and neighbors knew…
I Have Never Felt More Loved

I Have Never Felt More Loved

I spoke this week with my dear friend Rabbi Warren Goldstein, who founded the Shabbat Project and has inspired so…
The Truth Behind the Optimism

The Truth Behind the Optimism

This week, I had the privilege of attending the JEIC conference in Atlanta. It is one of the most inspiring…
Our Greatest Threat Is Not What You Think

Our Greatest Threat Is Not What You Think

For eleven years, I have made it a priority to be in Israel for Yom HaZikaron and Yom Ha’atzmaut. Those…
Never Again Means Now

Never Again Means Now

This week, as I send greetings from Jerusalem, I found myself thinking deeply about Yom HaShoah, Israel’s Holocaust Remembrance Day.…
Now We Have to Be the Story

Now We Have to Be the Story

Over Pesach, I had the privilege of speaking with so many people, and I kept hearing the same thing. The…
Tonight We Remember Who We Are

Tonight We Remember Who We Are

The message of Pesach is not theoretical. It is the story of a people who stood up to tyranny, who…
The Ending Is Already Written

The Ending Is Already Written

Missiles over Israel. Rising antisemitism across the world. A constant awareness that there are those who seek our destruction. The…
Between Purim and Passover… Something Is Happening to Our People

Between Purim and Passover… Something Is Happening to...

Three weeks into this current escalation, Jewish hearts are pulled in many directions. Fear, strength, exhaustion, pride, unity, and longing…
The Room in Jerusalem Was On Fire

The Room in Jerusalem Was On Fire

Earlier in the week, we ran our annual campaign called “All In for Aish.” For the past several years, this…
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…
From Bondi Beach to the White House

From Bondi Beach to the White House

As we mourned the souls murdered at Bondi Beach, I found myself once again speaking on news programs as a…
Reclaiming Our Maccabee Strength

Reclaiming Our Maccabee Strength

As Hanukkah approaches this Sunday night, I find myself entering another round of conversations with the media, both Jewish and…
What Happens When Mothers Come to Learn in Jerusalem

What Happens When Mothers Come to Learn in...

This past week, we experienced one of our most innovative programs and I was blessed to participate in it. The…
Carrying the Destiny of Israel Together

Carrying the Destiny of Israel Together

The week began with conversations with leaders of the Hesder community, of which AISH is a proud member. It continued…
I Saw Our Women Rise, I Saw Our Community United, and I Left Filled With Hope for a Strong Jewish Future

I Saw Our Women Rise, I Saw Our...

My journey began last Friday night in Bergenfield, New Jersey, where I had the great honor of attending an alumni…
A crisis of love that no one is discussing

A crisis of love that no one is...

I encourage every one of you to find a Jew you do not know and invite them for Shabbos. The…
Welcome Rabbi Meyer May to the Aish Family

Welcome Rabbi Meyer May to the Aish Family

One of the amazing things about Rabbi May is that he truly espouses all three of the core values of…
Aish Ha’am: One People. One Mission. One Future.

Aish Ha’am: One People. One Mission. One Future.

This week, a dream became reality as I had the honor of leading our Aish Ha’am delegation to Jerusalem. It…
This Is Why I Still Believe in Us

This Is Why I Still Believe in Us

After landing in New York on my way back from Israel, I joined an event organized by Rabbi Saj Freiberg…