Many observers would have assumed that Charedi Jews were a relic of pre-modern culture, and the few survivors would inevitably disappear through assimilation within a few decades. Instead, what the world has witnessed. is growth so rapid that demographers expect their numbers to double every 16 years
Recently, a new answer to the dilemma of the modern Haredi has been advanced enthusiastically by Rabbi David Leibel, one that maintains religiosity while increasing civic participation in the economy and in defense of Israel.
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The heads of the established traditional Haredi yeshivot have instructed their institutions to continue studies as normal during the current state of emergency, in accordance with the belief in the power of Torah study to protect the people of Israel. By contrast, the messages heard from various other rabbis reflect an understanding of changing needs and offer a blueprint for a new leadership vision.