Who Are We? An Evening of Jewish Memory, Identity, and Integration

Two powerful shiurim delivered in New York by Rabbi Yonatan Halevy and Rabbanit Dr. Devorah Halevy, presented in partnership with The Ḥabura and Shiviti, and introduced by Nativ Winiarsky and Avi Garson. (12/22/2025) In "Reclaiming the Narrative: History, Identity, and the Fight Over the Memory of Israel" - Rabbanit Dr. Devorah Halevy explores how Jewish history and identity are being rewritten—and why reclaiming our story is essential in today’s climate. In "Reframing the Narrative: Rabbi Eliyahu Benamozegh’s Balance of Integration Without Identity Erosion" Rabbi Yonatan Halevy presents a powerful model from Rabbi Eliyahu Benamozegh on integrating with the modern world without losing ourselves. — “Who Are We? An Evening of Jewish Memory, Identity, and Integration” was everything we could have hoped for and more. The attendance was incredible, filling the room with energy, curiosity, and warmth. The views—overlooking the New York City skyline—were absolutely breathtaking, creating a setting that elevated the entire evening. And the learning itself was deep, thoughtful, and resonant, leaving us with ideas that continue to unfold long after the night ended. This evening was made