by Victor B. Geller Hardcover, 291 pages includes 60 b/w images ISBN 965-7108-47-0 Publication: 2003
Orthodoxy Awakens: The Belkin Era and Yeshiva University tells the story of the emergence of Torah Judaism in the United States and Canada between the years 1940 and 1975. It was during this period of time that Jewish religious life and education succeeded in a modern, pluralistic and democratic society for the first time in history. Much of the Torah practice and scholarship that typifies American Jewry today stands as a tribute to Rabbi Dr. Samuel Belkin, a singularly gifted man, and to the university he helped create.
A young, poor immigrant, Belkin grasped the opportunity of an open, benevolent American society to renew the Jewish community’s ability to combine its eternal teachings with the contemporary virtues of the adopted land which he deeply loved.
This book also discusses the rebirth of the Union of Orthodox Jewish Congregations, an important agency of Torah life, and describes the priceless legacy of Rav Joseph B. Soloveitchik, the preeminent Torah giant of this exciting period.
About the Author During a professional career that extended over four decades, Victor Geller played a significant role in the development of the Orthodox Jewish community of North America.
Prior to his retirement as Dean of Communal Services at the Rabbi Isaac Elchanan Theological Seminary (RIETS) of Yeshiva University, he occupied a series of important roles at Y.U., including the organization of many Orthodox synagogues in the post-war era. Most remarkably, perhaps, was his position as Director of Rabbinic Placement at RIETS. In this unique capacity, Mr. Geller was the only layman in America to ever supervise rabbinic placement.
Prior to joining the Y.U. staff, Mr. Geller also served on the staffs of the Union of Orthodox Jewish Congregations and the National Council of Young Israel.
From Halifax to Vancouver, from Los Angeles to Miami, Mr. Geller’s travels afforded him the opportunity to study Jewish communities, large and small. A gifted speaker, he has lectured and written extensively about the ever-changing trends in Jewish life. His writing has appeared in many publications, including Legacy (HarperCollins), Tradition, Judaism, Jewish Life, Jewish Action, Jewish Horizon, and Jewish Spectator.
A decorated veteran of World War II, Mr. Geller and his wife, Hanya, made aliyah in 1999, and live in Jerusalem.
Praise for Orthodoxy Awakens:
Dramatic, gripping and perceptive, Orthodoxy Awakens: The Belkin Era and Yeshiva University is a fascinating and provocative look at a crucial period in American Jewish history. Victor Geller was an active participant in much of this history and personally knew its leading figures, which adds to the impact of this book. For anyone who wants to know about the amazing growth of Jewish life in America, and of the influence that individuals can have upon history, this is a “must-read.” -Rabbi Emanuel Feldman Retired Editor of Tradition and Rabbi Emeritus of Congregation Beth Jacob, Atlanta, Georgia
Great, witty and thoroughly Jewish. This is one of those books that you will not put aside until you complete it. -Rabbi Dr. Nathan Lopes Cardozo Noted author and lecturer and Dean of the David Cardozo Academy, Jerusalem
Victor B. Geller was both an active participant and keen observer during the formative years of the renaissance of Orthodox Judaism on the American scene. His memoirs are filled with valuable insights and details of unique events during this period. Above all, Geller brings to life the saga of Rabbi Dr. Samuel Belkin, the second president of Yeshiv
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<TD vAlign=center align=left colSpan=2><FONT face="New Roman" size=4><FONT size=2>by Victor B. Geller <BR>Hardcover, 291 pages <BR>includes 60 b/w images <BR>ISBN 965-7108-47-0 <BR>Publication: 2003 <BR><BR><BR><B>Orthodoxy Awakens: The Belkin Era and Yeshiva University</B> tells the story of the emergence of Torah Judaism in the United States and Canada between the years 1940 and 1975. It was during this period of time that Jewish religious life and education succeeded in a modern, pluralistic and democratic society for the first time in history. Much of the Torah practice and scholarship that typifies American Jewry today stands as a tribute to Rabbi Dr. Samuel Belkin, a singularly gifted man, and to the university he helped create. <BR><BR>A young, poor immigrant, Belkin grasped the opportunity of an open, benevolent American society to renew the Jewish community’s ability to combine its eternal teachings with the contemporary virtues of the adopted land which he deeply loved. <BR><BR>This book also discusses the rebirth of the Union of Orthodox Jewish Congregations, an important agency of Torah life, and describes the priceless legacy of Rav Joseph B. Soloveitchik, the preeminent Torah giant of this exciting period. <BR><BR><BR>About the Author <BR>During a professional career that extended over four decades, Victor Geller played a significant role in the development of the Orthodox Jewish community of North America. <BR><BR>Prior to his retirement as Dean of Communal Services at the Rabbi Isaac Elchanan Theological Seminary (RIETS) of Yeshiva University, he occupied a series of important roles at Y.U., including the organization of many Orthodox synagogues in the post-war era. Most remarkably, perhaps, was his position as Director of Rabbinic Placement at RIETS. In this unique capacity, Mr. Geller was the only layman in America to ever supervise rabbinic placement. <BR><BR>Prior to joining the Y.U. staff, Mr. Geller also served on the staffs of the Union of Orthodox Jewish Congregations and the National Council of Young Israel. <BR><BR>From Halifax to Vancouver, from Los Angeles to Miami, Mr. Geller’s travels afforded him the opportunity to study Jewish communities, large and small. A gifted speaker, he has lectured and written extensively about the ever-changing trends in Jewish life. His writing has appeared in many publications, including Legacy (HarperCollins), Tradition, Judaism, Jewish Life, Jewish Action, Jewish Horizon, and Jewish Spectator. <BR><BR>A decorated veteran of World War II, Mr. Geller and his wife, Hanya, made aliyah in 1999, and live in Jerusalem. <BR><BR><BR>
<P align=justify><BR><EM>Praise for <B>Orthodoxy Awakens</B>: <BR><BR>Dramatic, gripping and perceptive, <B>Orthodoxy Awakens: The Belkin Era and Yeshiva University</B> is a fascinating and provocative look at a crucial period in American Jewish history. Victor Geller was an active participant in much of this history and personally knew its leading figures, which adds to the impact of this book. For anyone who wants to know about the amazing growth of Jewish life in America, and of the influence that individuals can have upon history, this is a “must-read.” <BR><B>-Rabbi Emanuel Feldman</B> <BR>Retired Editor of Tradition and Rabbi Emeritus of Congregation Beth Jacob, Atlanta, Georgia <BR><BR><BR>Great, witty and thoroughly Jewish. This is one of those books that you will not put aside until you complete it. <BR><B>-Rabbi Dr. Nathan Lopes Cardozo</B> <BR>Noted author and lecturer and Dean of the David Cardozo Academy, Jerusalem <BR><BR><BR>Victor B. Geller was both an active participant and keen observer during the formative years of the renaissance of Orthodox Judaism on the American scene. His memoirs are filled with valuable insights and details of unique events during this period. Above all, Geller brings to life the saga of Rabbi Dr. Samuel Belkin, the second president of Yeshiv00add-to-cartUrim
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