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April 18, 2007
Ariel Avrech ZT'L Memorial Lecture 2007
The Fourth Annual Ariel Avrech ZT'L Yahrtzeit Lecture will take place, AY”H, on Sunday June 17, 2007, at 10 AM at the Young Israel of Century City, to be followed by a brunch.
Young Israel of Century City
9317 West Pico Boulevard
Los Angeles, CA 90035
(310) 273 - 6954
We are pleased to announce that we have engaged Professor David Shatz to present this year’s lecture.
David Shatz is Professor of Philosophy at Yeshiva University, Adjunct Professor of Religion at Columbia University, editor of the Torah u-Madda Journal and series editor of MeOtzar HoRav; Selected Essays of Rabbi Joseph B. Soloveitchik. He has published eleven books and over fifty articles and reviews dealing with both general and Jewish philosophy.
Dr. Shatz received semicha, rabbinic ordination, from Rabbi Isaac Elchanan Theological Seminary and his Ph.D with distinction from Columbia University. He is a member of the Orthodox Forum Steering Committee, a board member of the Orthodox Caucus, a member of the Editorial Board of Tradition, and a Fellow of the Academy for Jewish Philosophy.
The title of Dr. Shatz’s lecture is: Rabbi Joseph B. Soloveitchik on the Problem of Evil.
We look forward to seeing all our Seraphic Friends and relatives at the lecture. Learning Torah was Ariel's greatest joy. There is no better way of honoring Ariel's memory than by participating in this lecture series. We thank you all in advance.
May Ariel's neshama have an aliyah.
RSVP in the comments section of Seraphic Secret.
Posted by Robert J. Avrech at April 18, 2007 12:07 PM
Comments
Seraphic Secret is private property, that's right, it's an extension of our home, and as such, Karen and I have instituted two Seraphic Rules and we ask commentors to act respectfully.
1. No profanity.2. No Israel bashing. We debate, we discuss, we are respectful. You know what Israel bashing is. The world is full of it. Seraphic Secret is one of the few places in the world that will not tolerate this form of anti-Semitism. That's it. Break either of these rules and you will be banned.
What a wonderful event to plan in his memory.
We will absolutely be there -- All 3 of my teenage children say they are interested as well, and are asking to come. I called Young Israel, and they said I should respond via this website. If that's not correct, perhaps you can let me know another way.
Posted by: Katherine at April 18, 2007 12:49 PM
Katherine:
Look forward to meeting you and yours. Yes, this is the place to RSVP.
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at April 18, 2007 01:51 PM
Sadly, the topic of the Rabbi's talk could not be more timely.
Posted by: Tamara at April 18, 2007 02:25 PM
Tamara:
Even more sadly, our topic will always be timely.
Thanks so much for writing.
Posted by: Robert J. Avrech at April 18, 2007 02:36 PM
Sadly, that is very true about it always being a timely topic.
I came across this site via the Jblogsphere and I just wanted to let you know how moved I am to read the story of your son and the publishing company you and your wife started. Your books are and will bring a message that is unfortunately all to often drowned out by the media that assaults children and teens today- a message of goodness as a direct response to the cynicism and anger that children and teens are all too often subjected to. My best wishes for all your endeavors.
Posted by: Katie at April 18, 2007 05:06 PM
Katie:
Thanks so very much for your kind and generous words. We hope to hear from you frequently.
Posted by: Robert J. Avrech at April 18, 2007 05:21 PM
Robert: Thanks again for both lighting a candle AND so eloquently cursing the darkness. Regret cannot attend--the Army will one day not have me doing other things during these amazing discussions.
VH
Posted by: MAJ Virgil Hilts at April 18, 2007 05:40 PM
Maj Hilts:
Great to hear from you. Lovely words, thanks. We will have you in mind during the lecture. Stay focused on your mission and help rid the world of evil, something you are very good at.
In about three weeks, you can expect some mail. Yup, almost there.
Posted by: Robert J. Avrech at April 18, 2007 05:56 PM
I turned to Mr. TorontoPearl at the dinner table tonight and said, "So,you wanna go to California in June...for the Yahrzeit lecture?" Daughter pipes up: "Oh, can I go? Please?"
We'll see... And if not in person, I'll always be there in spirit.
Posted by: pearl at April 18, 2007 06:50 PM
Pearl:
Do we finally get to meet the mythical Mr. Toronto Pearl, and Toronto Daughter?
Be still my Seraphic heart.
Well, let us know. The red carpet awaits flesh or spirit.
Posted by: Robert J. Avrech at April 18, 2007 07:27 PM
Robert:
Is it possible that somebody records the lecture and puts it online?
Posted by: moshe at April 18, 2007 07:41 PM
Moshe:
Bli neder, we'll do it this year. Thanks for asking.
Posted by: Robert J. Avrech at April 18, 2007 08:38 PM
i look forward to hearing it online
Posted by: Ari Kinsberg at April 19, 2007 01:33 AM
Dear Robert,
My wife Heather and I would like to attend. Any recommendations as to nearby lodging?
Alan
Posted by: alan at April 19, 2007 08:26 AM
Alan:
The Crowne Plaza is right down the block from The Young Israel, just a few blocks from Casa Avrech. Perfect for your needs.
If you and yours are able to attend, we greatly look forward to meeting you face to face: at last.
Thanks so much.
Posted by: Robert J. Avrech at April 19, 2007 09:09 AM
Robert,
I'm sorry I won't be able to make it. Curiously, in spite of significant differences in theology, I have generally enjoyed these kinds of lectures from more orthodox Jews.
Posted by: Kent at April 19, 2007 09:34 AM
Kent:
I would so love to meet you. We have more in common than what separates us. I am going to make every effort to record the lecture and post it on Seraphic Secret. Thanks so much for writing.
Posted by: Robert J. Avrech at April 19, 2007 10:00 AM
I am going to make every effort to record the lecture and post it on Seraphic Secret.
Yes, please!
Posted by: Kent at April 19, 2007 02:02 PM
Its been a while since my last post but that does not mean that I dont get my seraphic fix every day!
Ari Miller +1 will be honored to attend.
Posted by: Ari Z. Miller at April 19, 2007 02:38 PM
Ari + 1:
Look forward to seeing you :)
Posted by: Robert J. Avrech at April 19, 2007 02:54 PM
Mimi and I will be honored to learn in Ariel's, zt"l, memory.
May Ariel's Neshama have an Aliyah.
Posted by: Frances Mendelsohn at April 19, 2007 10:31 PM
Frances:
We all look forward to seeing you and Mimi at the lecture. Thanks so very much.
Posted by: Robert J. Avrech at April 19, 2007 10:39 PM
Robert, we certainly need a live webcast, audio or video, for the rest of your readers/followers/friends around the globe. It is time to join the tech revolution.
Posted by: hmmm at April 20, 2007 11:30 AM
I am long overdue to visit the West Coast, I am seriously thinking about going this time.
Posted by: Yehudit at April 21, 2007 06:39 PM
Yehudit:
Meeting you would make us very happy. Please let us know if we can help in any way. You will be glad to know that there will be mixed seating at the lecture:)
Posted by: Robert J. Avrech at April 21, 2007 09:15 PM
Robert, I can accept any kind of seating on a temporary basis. My main shul is another matter. I am really going to try to make it.
Posted by: Yehudit at April 23, 2007 12:53 PM
Yehudit:
We just wanted you to know the set-up. We look forward to meeting you. Let us know if there's anything we can do to help.
Posted by: Robert J. Avrech at April 23, 2007 02:05 PM
Sorry I forgot to RSVP previously. I am planning to attend - already on my calendar.
Posted by: ralphie at May 9, 2007 10:52 AM
Ralphie:
Look forward to seeing you. Thanks so much.
Posted by: Robert J. Avrech at May 9, 2007 11:44 AM