
Bergen County Rabbi Ari Berman Joins Historic Inauguration Event
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Teaneck NJ, after President-elect Donald Trump delivers his inaugural address Monday, Bergen County’s own Rabbi Ari Berman, president of Yeshiva University, will take center stage. As one of the selected faith leaders, Berman will deliver a benediction immediately following Trump’s address, the inaugural committee confirmed this week.
Rabbi Ari Berman’s Role at the Inauguration
Rabbi Dr. Ari Berman, a Teaneck resident and the fifth president of Yeshiva University in Manhattan, expressed his deep honor at being included in the event. Speaking on the significance of this opportunity, Berman stated, “So much of what America stands for is rooted in the Hebrew Bible and Jewish teachings.” He also emphasized his intention to deliver blessings of hope and unity to the nation.
Berman’s participation underscores his leadership in the faith community, as he becomes the second Orthodox rabbi to deliver a benediction at a U.S. presidential inauguration.
Faith Leaders Unite at Inauguration
Berman will lead the prayers, followed by Imam Husham Al-Husainy of the Karbalaa Islamic Center in Dearborn, Michigan, Reverend Lorenzo Sewell from Detroit, and Reverend Frank Mann from Brooklyn. Additionally, prominent religious figures like New York Cardinal Timothy Dolan and Franklin Graham will deliver invocations before the swearing-in ceremony.
The inclusion of religious blessings at inaugurations has been a tradition since Franklin D. Roosevelt’s 1937 ceremony, with the first Jewish prayer given during President Harry Truman’s inauguration in 1949.
A Message of Unity and Peace
Rabbi Berman’s benediction will focus on uniting Americans around shared values and aspirations. He also plans to address the ongoing humanitarian concern for hostages captured during the Hamas terror attack in October 2023, emphasizing freedom and moral conscience.
“This moment is about celebrating democracy and providing blessings to our country,” Berman explained. He also highlighted the importance of bridging divides, particularly during a time of unrest on college campuses.
Rabbi Berman’s Journey and Advocacy
Rabbi Berman, a Queens native, has an extensive academic and spiritual background. He earned his doctorate in Jewish thought from Hebrew University and held leadership roles in both Israel and the U.S. before becoming president of Yeshiva University in 2017.
Under his leadership, Yeshiva University has advanced initiatives addressing antisemitism and fostering interfaith understanding. Berman has also created opportunities for Jewish students facing discrimination to transfer to the institution.
Conclusion
Rabbi Ari Berman’s participation in Trump’s inauguration represents not only a celebration of faith but also a message of unity and shared purpose for the nation. With his strong advocacy for peace and moral values, Berman’s presence underscores the enduring connection between faith, democracy, and the pursuit of harmony in American society.
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“So much of what America stands for is rooted in the Hebrew Bible and Jewish teachings.”
???
Are you kidding? The founders totally disagree with you.
The bottom line is thank God Trump is back, the boss is back. Oh yeah.
Which god?
Husham Al-Husainy was disinvited due to his prior support of Hezbollah