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Rabbi Ariel and Dorit Muskin Cohen

Prior to coming to Brandeis in fall 2021, Rabbi Ariel and Dorit Cohen had been living in Jerusalem with their children, Ivri, Eliyah and Yinon. The Cohens love hosting shabbat meals and their table is always filled with guests from around the globe from various backgrounds. Rabbi Ariel is a native-born Israeli, hailing from Jerusalem. Ariel learned in Yeshivat Eli both before and after his army service, where he served as a commander and sniper in an elite unit. Ariel earned his CPA from Machon Lev and practiced at Ernest and Young. Ariel was a part of the Musmachim Kollel through Mizrachi, studying for Smicha under Rav Benyamin Zimmerman and Rav Rimon. Ariel can often be found exploring a new hiking trail, organizing the local Minyanim or tutoring adolescent immigrants in Hebrew and Ju Read More
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A JLIC Purim Crossover Story
From Brandeis to Tel Aviv: Purim Unity Across Continents with JLIC Purim, the festive Jewish holiday celebrating the salvation of the Jewish people from the hands of the villainous Haman, is not just about dressing up in costumes and indulging in sweets. It’s a time of unity, giving, and spreading joy. This year, the JLIC […]
Unity and Support: A JLIC Rabbi’s Personal Account from the Frontlines of Gaza
In the midst of conflict and hardship, stories of unity and support often emerge as beacons of hope. Rabbi Ariel Cohen, The JLIC Rabbi at Brandeis University and an IDF Commander, shares his firsthand experiences during the war in Gaza. The following is a summary of his experiences that he shared during a presentation given […]
JLIC at Brandeis Update
Things have been busy for Rabbi David and Ariel Pardo, JLIC educators at Brandeis University.  Since hosting all of Alpha Epislon Pi, AEPi (An international Jewish Fraternity with a chapter at Brandeis) for dinner, a few of the brothers have started coming to Shachris on a consistent basis, and others have been seeking the Pardos out. […]