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Knesset Yisrael: Jewish Peoplehood and the Power of School-Wide Themes Featuring Rabbi Shmuel Hain, Rabbi Tully Harcsztark, and Ms. Shuli Taubes

In this episode of The Grand Conversation, Rabbi Shmuel Hain sits down with Rabbi Tully Harcsztark and Ms. Shuli Taubes to explore SAR High School’s annual theme for the year: Knesset Yisrael — Jewish Peoplehood. Together, they take a deep dive into both the educational philosophy behind school-wide themes and the distinct resonance of Knesset Yisrael today.

Posted October 20, 2026 & Featuring Rabbi Shmuel Hain, Rabbi Tully Harcsztark, and Ms. Shuli Taubes

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Belda Kaufman Lindenbaum z”l

Our Legacy

Machon Siach is named in loving memory of Belda Kaufman Lindenbaum z”l, an advocate for serious women’s learning, addressing the plight for agunot, and women’s leadership in the Jewish community.

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