Living in Israel

In terms of friendship, the answer is obvious--we keep a distance--in business, however, there is the question as to What obligation the modern Torah-Observant Jew has towards homosexuals who are open about their sexuality, since in the Diaspora we do business with a variety of individuals and we are not allowed to discriminate. In Leviticus 20:13 we learn that Hashem has instructed Israel to impose the harshest of all possible punishments for the sin of homosexual relations among men. My question is this: If the Halacha does not change with the times, are we to interpret the same punishment is still valid today for a modern day Israel --which is a nationalist state and not a Theocracy? Is this punishment not reserved for a Theocracy whereby the Moshiach is our leader? BECAUSE.....If that punishment were to be followed, it would be devastating to Israel's relations with other countries--especially Europe-- which has a more tolerant policy, and that lack of business that would result would create further damage to our ability to do other mitzvot. Therefore, what is Modern day Israel obligated to in terms of relations with sexually immoral individuals (many of whom are Israelis)

Is one who makes aliyah required to stay permanently in Israel to fulfill the mitzvah of living in Israel? Or can one who does travel back to their home country often? I have long desired to make aliyah, but I have lots of interests in the United States, including my aging parents, other family, close friends I want to see often, business interests, and entertainment I enjoy. I would probably have to go back and forth quite routinely, sometimes more than once a month. I am thinking of maintaining homes in both countries. I have the means to do this, but I want to know if I can still fulfill the mitzvah of living in Israel this way.

Dear Friends, Are Noahides permitted to move to Israel? Thank you for your help. Sabra

Hi Rabbi, what is the Hebrew word for moving to Israel? Thanks

Shalom. Is there a list of Religious Yishuvim in Israel, and an explanation of their Torah emphasis? A Religious family seeks to live in a Yishuv that has open spaces nearby. They need an elementary school that has strong Torah values. They don't know which Yishuvim to visit because they are not familiar with the Religious flavors of the various Yishuvim. We have already been in contact with Nefesh B'nefesh, and continue to have this question. Toda raba.