Ma’agalei Tsedek

Ma’agalei Tsedek operated between 2004-2015, and strived for social justice and activism. Its main belief was that a just society should be the purpose and meaning of religious Zionism and for a Jewish state overall, in light of the prophets’ vision. After ceasing operation, Ma’agalei Tzedek has revived in the past year, wishing to reposition the concepts of Judaism and justice at the heart of the public discourse. In recent years, the Israeli public mostly heard about Judaism regarding Kashrut, Shabbath and the like; many within the Religious Zionist Sector have felt a growing need for a more profound understanding of Judaism and of the sector’s ideological goals. Ma’agalei Tsedek seeks to re-establish social commitment and justice as core components of Judaism, no less than any other. Rather than aiming for sporadic acts of Tzedakah, Ma’agalei Tsedek wishes to change the public discourse, return Judaism and justice to the forefront of public discourse, and reshape the identity and worldview of both the citizens and holders of public positions. We believe that thus a long-lasting impact on the Israeli society can be created and sustained, another important step on the road for Tikkun Olam