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Baltimore, MD – Sept. 20, 2025 – Baltimore Zmanim for Rosh Hashana & Yom Kippur 5786 / 2025
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US President Donald Trump opposes the decision by a host of countries to recognize a Palestinian state, White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt said on Monday.
“As for all of these Western nations that are recognizing a Palestinian state, the President has been very clear. He disagrees with this decision. He spoke about that in the UK, standing right next to his friend, Prime Minister Starmer, and he feels this does not do anything to release the hostages, which is the primary goal right now in Gaza, does nothing to end this conflict and bring this war to a close. And frankly, he believes it's a reward to Hamas,” Leavitt told reporters during a press briefing.
“So he believes these decisions are just more talk and not enough action from some of our friends and...
French President Emmanuel Macron officially announced on Monday, during the UN General Assembly, that his country recognizes a Palestinian state.
In his remarks, Macron emphasized France’s longstanding commitment to peace between Israelis and Palestinian Arabs. “True to the historic commitment of my country to the Middle East,” Macron declared, “France recognizes the state of Palestine.”
Macron was quick to reassure Israel and its supporters that France’s recognition does not come at the expense of Israeli rights or security. “France has never wavered standing by Israel’s side,” he said, referencing French support during Iranian airstrikes. “This recognition is the only solution that will allow for Israel to live in peace.&rdquo...
Baltimore, MD – Sept. 19, 2025 – BJL regrets to inform the community of the petira of Mr. Herbert Schabes, z’l, father of Mr. Stuie (Lisa) Schabes.
Baltimore: through Monday afternoon at 5:30 pm at 6225 Berkeley Ave. 21209
Stuie can be reached by phone at 443-904-3500.
בלע המוות לנצח
Rosh Hashana, the first of Tishrei, commemorates the first 'birthday' in history — that of Adam.
There is one other birthday famously celebrated in the Torah, that of Pharoah
And it was on the third day, יום הלדת —— Pharaoh’s birthday, that he made a feast for all his servants... (בראשית מ כ)
Rabbeinu Yoel reveals that this too, took place on Rosh Hashana. (רמזי רבינו יואל)
Is this merely coincidental?
One can only imagine the absolute joy this despot’s loyal 'subjects' were expressing as they all participated in Pharaoh’s birthday party.
A king who claimed to have created himself throws a party, not to celebrate his good fortune and appreciation of life, but rather to bask in the adoration and ...
Baltimore, MD – Sept. 22, 2025 - BJL wishes a hearty Mazel Tov to Aryeh Singer (Baltimore) and Aliza Margolese (Toms River) on their engagement!
Mazel Tov to Mr. & Mrs. Hyam and Naomi Singer
יה"ר שיזכו לבנות בית נאמן בישראל. אמן!
Baltimore, MD – Sept. 21, 2025 - BJL wishes a hearty Mazel Tov to Ze'ev & Hadassa Beleck on the birth of a son.Mazel Tov to grandparents Mordechai Beleck & Karen Yosafat Beleck and Bezalel & Rivka Malka Perlman
יה"ר שיזכו לגדל בנם לתורה, לחופה, ולמעשים טובים. אמן!
Baltimore, MD – Sept. 21, 2025 - BJL wishes a hearty Mazel Tov to Meir Simcha Braun (Baltimore) and Esti Braun (Lakewood) on their engagement!
Mazel Tov to Shimee & Hindy Braun and Chaya (Menachem, z’l) Braun
יה"ר שיזכו לבנות בית נאמן בישראל. אמן!
New York, NY - Sept. 21, 2025 - The announcement by several countries, including the UK, France, Canada and Australia, in support of recognition of a Palestinian state ahead of the Two State Solution conference this week represents a profound strategic and moral failure. Israel left Gaza in 2005 and the Palestinians used the opportunity to build a radical enclave committed to Israel's destruction, as they made clear on October 7. Hamas has celebrated the recognition of Palestinian statehood as the product of October 7. It is patently obvious that rewarding terrorism undermines the very foundation of peace. Recognition of statehood under these conditions does not advance coexistence; it legitimizes extremism and communicates that terror works. Peace can only be built when both parties ...
Baltimore, MD – Sept. 21, 2025 – 12:30PM - Due to a serious motor vehicle accident, avoid 83 North between Northern Parkway and 695.
In September 2023, Mossad agents infiltrated a secret bunker in Dahieh, Beirut, and installed advanced equipment designed for a precise deep strike. During the Israeli Air Force’s attacks on Hezbollah targets in Dahieh, agents entered the Haret Hreik area—the heavily secured Shiite district where Nasrallah’s secret bunker was located.
According to a report by Ron Ben Yishai in Yedioth Ahronoth, the operatives carried disguised packages and installed sensitive equipment in an underground facility in the heart of enemy territory, risking their lives in the process.
The operation was carefully coordinated with the IDF, which did not pause its bombardment during the infiltration; rather, it intensified the strikes to divert Hezbollah’s attention. The devices were plac...
Baltimore, MD – Sept. 21, 2025 - BJL wishes a hearty Mazel Tov to Shmueli Tenenbaum and Tzipora Schor on their engagement!
Mazel Tov to Mr. & Mrs. Morty Tenenbaum and Mr. & Mrs. Chaim SchorMazel Tov to grandparents Rabbi and Mrs. Moshe Schor
יה"ר שיזכו לבנות בית נאמן בישראל. אמן!
Israeli ministers delivered scathing rebuttals to the announcements by Britain, Canada, and Australia that they now recognize a Palestinian state.
Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich responded: "The days of the British mandate are over. The only response to this anti-Israeli step is sovereignty over the homeland of the Jewish people in Judea and Samaria and the removal of the delusional idea of a Palestinian state from the agenda forever. Mr. Prime Minister, this is the time, and it is in your hands."
The Minister of National Security, Itamar Ben-Gvir, has declared that he will propose applying sovereignty to Judea and Samaria at the next Cabinet meeting.
The leaders of the Yesha council have already convened an emergency meeting in response to the declarations, stating "A government that...
Three major Western powers - Canada, the United Kingdom, and Australia - formally announced on Sunday the recognition of the State of Palestine, in what they described as a coordinated effort to revive prospects for a two-state solution in the Middle East.
In a joint statement issued by the governments of the UK and Australia, the move was presented as part of a wider international initiative aimed at securing a ceasefire in Gaza, the release of hostages taken during the October 7, 2023, atrocities, and renewed momentum toward peace.
"Effective today, Sunday the 21st of September 2025, the Commonwealth of Australia formally recognises the independent and sovereign State of Palestine," the statement declared. It added that the recognition was coordinated with Canada and the UK and reflect...
At the beginning of the cabinet meeting today (Sunday), Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu stated that Israel is in discussions with Syria, but emphasized that "there is still a long way to go" in efforts to reach a peace agreement with one of Israel's oldest enemies.
He said, "Our victories in Lebanon against Hezbollah have opened the door for the possibility of peace with our northern neighbors. We are holding talks with the Syrians - there has been some progress, but it is still too early to speak about a peace agreement."
"We are on the eve of Rosh Hashanah," Netanyahu opened his remarks. "In the past year, we have achieved remarkable, historic successes. First and foremost, the historic achievement that guarantees the continued existence of the State of Israel and, from there, t...
Baltimore, MD – Sept. 20, 2025 – BJL regrets to inform the community of the petira of Marsha Kaplon, a'h, wife of Howard Kaplon, mother of Sheryl (Alon) Friedman, Steven Kaplon, and David (Susan) Kaplon, and sister of Judith Levy.
The levayah will be held at Levinson’s on Sunday, Sept 21, 2025 at 9:45Am.
Kevurah will take place at the Chevra Ahavs Chesed cemetery.
Shiva will be observed at 2438 Sylvale Road, Baltimore, Maryland 21209.
Minyanim:Sunday - Mincha/Maariv: 6:50 pm Monday - Shacharis: 7:00 am (No selichos) Mincha: 4:00PM
בלע המוות לנצח
“She was Baltimore Royalty.” Those words were repeated over and over again when news of the passing of Mrs. Elinor Cohn, Elka bat Binyamin Tzvi, a'h, was shared.
How true those words are. Always full of poise, dignity and grace- Elinor Cohn was Baltimore Royalty. No matter where you would see her she was always put together, nails done, lipstick set and a radiant smile as she would greet you. There was an inner beauty that emanated from her as well. A pure heart, always there to help, be involved, and give advice and never asking for anything in return.
She was part of the America’s Greatest Generation as well as Baltimore’s greatest generation; without whom Baltimore would not be the thriving Jewish Utopia it is today. That generation brought to ...
