Shamayim: Jewish Animal Advocacy

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Happy Purim! As we celebrate this joyous holiday, we invite you to join us in spreading kindness and compassion even further. Your donation supports our work advocating for animals. Together, we can create a more compassionate world. Donate today: https://shamayim.us/donate Chag Purim Sameach! #Purim #Jewish #Vegan

?? Purim reminds us that things aren’t always what they seem. Just as hidden truths shaped the Purim story, we too can uncover what lies beneath the surface in our world, in our choices, and in our understanding of justice. ?? Read our new blog here: https://lnkd.in/gAZ_X2MP #Purim #Vegan #JewishValues #Jewish #JewishVegan

The principle of Bal Tashchit (do not destroy or waste), calls on us to be mindful of our consumption, from food waste to environmental care. ?? But today, industrial food systems, including factory farming, create massive waste and destruction. How can we honor Jewish values by rethinking our food choices? ?? Read our newest blog here: https://lnkd.in/gSrPRVZz #jewish #vegan #jewishvegan #torah #BalTaschit?

Ready to throw a vegan-friendly Purim? We’ve got you covered! From delicious plant-based recipes to eco-friendly Mishloach Manot ideas, our revamped Vegan Purim Guide has all the inspiration you need. ?? Read the guide now, download some FREE vegan purim recipes, and join the movement for a more compassionate Purim. Chag Purim Sameach! ???? Read here: https://lnkd.in/gj9_pjky #JewishHolidays #Vegan #Jewish #Purim

We’ve been led to believe that factory farming is the most efficient way to produce food. But what if that efficiency is an illusion? Tweaking a fundamentally broken system won’t fix the environmental, ethical, and public health crises it creates. Instead of minor reforms, we need bold solutions that transform the way we produce food. ???? Read more on why real progress means going beyond factory farms: https://lnkd.in/ghBnbjU5 #Jewish #Vegan #Sustainability #FoodJustice #FoodSystems

Jewish Ethics: The Basics- Geoffrey Claussen’s new introduction to thinking critically about Jewish ethics, titled Jewish Ethics: The Basics (Routledge Publishing, 2025) focuses on diverse Jewish ways of approaching obligations towards humans and nonhuman others. In this session, we will consider how ancient and contemporary Jews have disagreed about what constitutes Jewish ethics and about what we owe other creatures. ????????? To secure your spot, please register here: https://lnkd.in/gHZT7Pf7 Questions? Email --> [email protected] #Jewish #Vegan #Rabbi #Ethics #JewishEthics

??? Tu B’Shevat at LJCC! ??? With the support of Shamayim, the Lawrence Jewish Community Congregation hosted a vibrant and meaningful Tu B’Shevat Seder! Guests enjoyed a bountiful vegan feast, an eco-focused Seder, and a special Tree of Life painting activity for the kids. ?????? A beautiful evening celebrating nature, community, and Jewish values! ?? #TuBishevat #JewishCommunity #Sustainability #Vegan #Jewish?

The way we produce and consume meat is changing, and it’s revolutionary. Clean meat- lab-grown, cultivated, or however you know it- could be the key to solving some of the biggest challenges in food production. But what exactly is clean meat, and why is it sparking so much buzz? ?? Dive into the future of ethical consumption: https://lnkd.in/gwyS6vsh #CleanMeat #CultivatedMeat #Jewish #Kosher

This month, Jewish students from UVA embarked on a meaningful hike along the Blue Ridge Tunnel Trail! ?????♀? With support from Shamayim, Cheyenne prepared vegan goodie bags filled with treats and educational document, The Interconnectedness of Our Planet. Midway through the hike, Hillel staff member Orr Grossman and Cheyenne led a discussion about Tu B’shevat, environmentalism, and the connection between Judaism, veganism, and sustainability. ???? They explored how animal agriculture fuels deforestation and other environmental crises. Cheyenne was a one-time Campus Grant recipient—are you a Jewish college student? ?? We're offering $100 to host a vegan event on your campus! Apply now: ?? https://lnkd.in/er9ww6tp #Vegan #Jewish #JewishStudent #Hillel #VeganStudent #Sustainability #TuBishvat