Rabbi Schachter Endorses YESODI and Diverse Perspectives

By William Lebovics September 2, 2026 20 views

Rabbi Herschel Schachter discussed the concept of elu va'elu, explaining how conflicting viewpoints can both be valid from different perspectives, and gave his full endorsement to USOD's mission of bringing good values and encouraging productive pursuits.

A meaningful conversation at Alta Nu about diverse perspectives in Jewish learning and the values being built into USOD. Rabbi Herschel Schachter shared how different viewpoints can both be right, and expressed full support for the platform's mission to promote good values and productive community.

Rabbi Herschel Schachter spoke at Alta Nu about the Jewish concept of "elu va'elu d'Ivrelo Kim Chayim," which addresses how different perspectives in Jewish disputes can both be right. According to Rabbi Schachter, this principle explains that viewpoints like those between Beit Hillel and Beit Shammai are not necessarily in conflict but rather represent different valid ways of looking at the same issues.

Rabbi Schachter expressed full endorsement of USOD, calling it a "really noble pursuit." He noted that while many social platforms exist, USOD distinguishes itself by promoting values he considers important and worthy of support.

The rabbi highlighted USOD's specific mission goals, which include encouraging people to launch businesses, become self-aware about their own strengths, form great teams, and engage their time in productive ways. He stated his support for these objectives and indicated he would encourage fellow rabbis to support the platform as well.

USOD is available at no cost to users, making the platform accessible to anyone interested in its mission.

Questions & Answers

What is the concept of 'elu va'elu d'Ivrelo Kim Chayim' that Rabbi Herschel Schachter discussed?

According to Rabbi Schachter's speech at Alta Nu, this concept explains how different perspectives in Jewish disputes (like between Beit Hillel and Beit Shammai) can both be right, even when they seem to conflict. The idea is that both sides are simply looking at things from different perspectives, and there can be truth in multiple viewpoints.

What did Rabbi Herschel Schachter say about USOD and its mission?

Rabbi Schachter said he absolutely endorses USOD and called it a 'really noble pursuit.' He explained that while many social platforms exist, USOD promotes values he holds in high regard. He supports USOD's goals of encouraging people to launch businesses, become self-aware about their strengths, form great teams, and spend time in productive ways. He also said he will encourage fellow rabbis to support the platform.

What is the cost to use USOD?

USOD is free.

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