Is it True That Some of These Extremists Don’t Represent the Torah World at All — But Are Mentally Unstable or Completely Outside the System?
Yes. And not just “some” — many of the most outrageous,
Extremism
Views, Actions & Misconceptions
Not all who wear black represent Charedi values. This section distinguishes between mainstream Torah Judaism and fringe groups who act with violence, disrespect, or hateful rhetoric, explaining how the Torah world truly views such behavior.
Why Do Extremists Throw Rocks at Cars on Shabbos and Scream “Shabbos!”?
When a non-religious Jew drives through a neighborhood like Meah Shearim on Shabbos and has rocks thrown at his car, or hears someone scream “Shabbos!,” it leaves a bitter impression—not only of that moment, but of religious Jews in general.
Why does the general public see these extremists on the news so often?
Every few months—sometimes even days—a shocking news story or video clip circulates online. A man with a long beard and black hat is yelling at a soldier. A group of boys is burning a flag. Another protest. Another viral moment.
What Is the Charedi View on Calling Israeli Police Officers or Soldiers “Nazis”?
Absolutely not. There is no justification whatsoever—halachically, morally, or ethically—for using the word “Nazi” to describe any Jew, no matter how strongly one may oppose his actions.
What is the Charedi view on the minority of Neturei Karta that visits Iran and cozies up to enemies of Israel?
To be clear from the outset: the overwhelming majority of the Charedi world is sickened and appalled by the behavior of the fringe group known as Neturei Karta who have visited Iran, embraced Holocaust deniers, and spoken on platforms alongside enemies of the Jewish people.
What Is the Charedi View on Damaging Public Property, Setting Fires, or Writing Graffiti?
The Torah’s position is clear: acts of vandalism, destruction of property, and public disorder have no place in a Torah lifestyle. Whether it’s setting dumpsters on fire, scrawling graffiti, or breaking bus stops, such behavior is absolutely forbidden.
What’s the Charedi View on Mass Demonstrations — and What’s the Difference Between Those Led by Gedolim and Those Caused by Radicals?
From time to time, the Charedi community in Eretz Yisrael organizes large public gatherings. Sometimes it’s a demonstration against a law that threatens Torah life, other times a tefillah rally in response to spiritual danger.
Why Don’t Charedi Rabbanim Come Out Publicly Against Extremists?
Every so often, when a fringe individual dressed in black and white acts outrageously—whether screaming at women, burning a flag, or vandalizing property—the cry arises: “Where are the Charedi Rabbanim? Why aren’t they condemning this publicly?”
What Is the Charedi View on Extremism?
The image of Charedim is often confused in the media—blurring the lines between mainstream Torah Jews and small, vocal fringe groups. Some see protestors burning flags and believe they represent the whole.