Well done, Duncan! You have more understanding, compassion, and intelligence than many men and you're only age 13.

@TheLafush

10 жыл бұрын

sadly, he is smarter than many other men that are 40+ years old.

@LeafInTheWind88

6 жыл бұрын

Very true!😱

It's good to hear the youth embrace equality. Thank you for your speech.

This little chap made my day. It's so impressive the way Americans raise their children to use their minds and question the world around them. Kids his age in the UK have trouble even holding a normal conversation without using the f- word.

What an amazing young man! All of 13 and has the wisdom beyond his years! I'm so hopeful the world will be a better place - freer, more equal, more peace & more compassion - for Duncan's generation. Way to go!

Duncan is my friend, and his speech does involve the Torah, he was clearly comparing marriage rights now and then. If you want to disrespect him, think about what you are saying to a smart, intelligent, and kind 13 year old who was just talking about something he cared deeply about.

@wmennisny

10 жыл бұрын

There are so many ignorant people out there Michael, just wanting to say silly stupid hateful things with no thought at all as to what they're saying. Pay them no mind for they have no mind anyway. Your friend gave a beautiful and thoughtful speech! If anything I pity anyone who in their anger and hatred and bigotry search for reasons to deny others the freedoms that all AMERICANS are entitled to. Thank heaven that they are LOSING their fight to deny rights to others and they don't like that but that is their misfortune. You have a great friend indeed and your expression of support for him speaks well of your friendship!

@robinmcalpine4348

10 жыл бұрын

thank you, Michael! I'll tell Duncan what you said!

@Natonian9

10 жыл бұрын

if you wan't respect, don't look for it in KZread comments.

@singsungify

10 жыл бұрын

***** You disrespect people, which is far worse, since they are the G'ds children.

@brano13177

10 жыл бұрын

***** You do know that their other ways for LGBT people to have sex right? Have you ever heard of Filiatio or Cunniligus? Besides, heterosexual people also can have anal sex, which I don't really care one way or the other because its the business of the couple having it not mine. And more to the point you can be straight and still be a champion of equal rights. The problem here is that LGBT people are confusing and scary to you and hate them because of it. They are people like you and I who just want to find love and share it with someone. It doesn't affect you in anyway so quit trying to being a close-minded bigot and become a little three dimensional.

Fellow native Oregonian, (now transplanted to Texas) here. Very impressive! One of the best speeches I have heard about marriage equality, especially since he uses their own Bible and their own arguments. Yes, the definition of traditional marriage has changed over time, and it will change again. I can identify with the story of Jacob because I thought I was getting an "ideal marriage" the first time around, and after laboring 44 years, I finally married my "Rachel" in California this year. Wish it could have been Oregon.

Criticize all you want, but I love my generation. Well done, Duncan! Outstanding.

Bravo Duncan! I am in awe of your great mind!

You brought tears to my eyes, Duncan! Tears of pride (even though I don't know you), and tears of happiness from knowing that there are young people out there who choose not to be biased or hateful, but to support equal rights to marry! You are clearly a very bright and compassionate young man, and your congregation is lucky to have you with them! (I'm an atheist myself, but when religious "teachings" are kind, giving and supporting, like it seems yours is, I don't mind it one bit!) Keep up the good work, and let that strong, beautiful voice of yours be heard!

As one who lives in a state without marriage rights I thank you. My grandma is Jewish, and though my sister and I were not raised within the faith we have always been proud of our connection to it. Thank you for your words, and if you ever run for congress you have my vote. Shabbat shalom, Happy Thanksgiving, and Happy Hanukkah.

Hi! I'd like to introduce myself. I'm Duncan's mom. He's thrilled and shocked at all the attention his d'vah Torah has gotten. He takes this very seriously and thanks you all for your comments! xoxo

Such a beautifully written and delivered speech that hit very close to home! Mazel Tov, Duncan!

What a nice kid.

His parents are certainly very proud of him. Congratulations for the beautiful speech!!!

@robinmcalpine4348

10 жыл бұрын

yes, I am his mother, and I am EXTREMELY PROUD OF HIM!

Beautifully done, Duncan. Thank you for your advocacy. It means so much to so many you'll never meet. Mazel tov on your bar mitzvah!

Brought tears to my eyes. Duncan, you're are far more mature than half the 30+ yr. olds in the world! Thank you for your passion and keep on spreading the word of love.

@MegaHatLady

10 жыл бұрын

He is not spreading love, he is spreading hatred of God

@meaganhope

10 жыл бұрын

How is this the hatred of God?

@tosvus

10 жыл бұрын

meagan hope Some people feel they can speak for God apparently. I believe in God, but one has to take the rules in any of the holy books with a grain of salt. These were written by people that not only wrote it for religious purposes, but to push their own opinions on what morals are etc. There are many things written down that today are considered completely unacceptable by today's prevalent morals.

Awesome! You brought tears to my eyes Duncan! As a "straight ally" from your neighboring state of Washington, I applaud your dedication to Marriage Equality For All. As the saying goes: "Love Is Love"... Thank you.

Duncan's Bar Mitzvah - A Call for Freedom to Marry Talk about Dignity! This boy who just stepped into manhood, just made international history. His speech will be the foundation on the Freedom To Marry Act in all of the remaining United States, and, in every country of this world. Congratulations Mr. Duncan McAlpine Sennett and the Congregation Beth Israel in Portland, Oregon. And Congratulations for becoming a New World Leader. - Peppi Turco

Good for you, Duncan. I admire your clear speech writing skills, and your bravery in talking about this, and also admire your family and congregation for supporting you in your D'var Torah. The world needs more people like you.

Way to go, Duncan. This is the best bar mitzvah speech I've ever heard.

Dear Duncan. As long there are people that are as bright as you, i will belive that some day there will be an end to all wars and unrest in the world. God bless you my friend, and God bless Israel.

Thank you, Duncan for speaking out in favor of justice and equality.

I just wanted to say Me and my Husband watched this together and it brought tears to our eyes.... you give me so much faith in our youth!!! you are wise for your years!!!! thanks...

Outstanding young man! Fight for your convictions and go forth to the rest of your life in courage, standing on your beliefs. May you find love, and much happiness. Peace.

Mozel Tov. may your life be enriched by seeing through the walls put before our eyes.

What are fortunate to have young men of Duncan's caliber coming up in our congregations and religious communities today. Thank you, Duncan, for your time spent in thought and study, and for articulating your beliefs so clearly and without anger or rhetoric. You have the tools you need to go anywhere you want in this world, and it's a blessing to see those tools wielded by a man with a spirit of caring.

Thank you Duncan!! You are wise beyond your years! Wishing you all the best!

Good for you, Duncan...I know there are many people who do not share your wisdom..and you will probably meet a few more as you journey through life.. take strength in knowing that we continue to evolve...remember 50 years ago people believed it was their biblical right to lynch a fellow human being for being black...Your parents must be very proud.... I know that I am :)

Mazel Tov, Duncan ... a wonderful speech.

Your articulacy, confidence and brevity are impressive enough, but choosing such an occasion for your message makes it twice as remarkable. Thank you.

Duncan , You are blessed of GOD ..wow ! thank you !

We are very pleased that you have taken the time to express similar feelings to those we have. We used to attend Beth Israel when we met in Vancouver, Washington. We want to congratulate you on your bar mitzvah. Ellen and Judy

This is truly beautiful. What a magnificent example of what religion should be like.

Mazel Tov, Duncan. What a pleasure to listen to such an intelligent and thoughtful young man.

What an INCREDIBLE Spirit!!!!!! Out of the mouths of babes!!!!!!! SOOO MANY kids these days are SOOOO BEYOND us!!! Mozel Tov!!

Great job, Duncan!!!! What an intelligent, well-spoken, and caring young man!

Duncan, you are an inspiration and so poised! Bravo to you for speaking out on marriage equality through your Bar Mitzvah speech!

Duncan you're a very brave , courageous young man , who's commitment to equality for all mankind is to be commended.......thank you for your courage to stand up for your beliefs , I wish I had had the strength and courage that you have shown when I was younger.

At services tonight, our Rabbi suggested viewing Duncan's Bar Bitzvah once Shabbat is over, but acknowledged that some of us might not wait. She was right. I just viewed this and am awed by what Duncan had to say. Marvin in Illinois (the 16th state to allow same-sex marriage)

I go to the same congregation as him. But I'm much older so I never talk to him. (11th Grade). I have to say seeing this really doesn't surprise me. He's always been more of a quiet kid but whenever he had something to say it was well thought out and very intelligent for his age. His Dad was also one of my teachers and he's very reminiscent of him. Good job Duncan. You made your congregation proud.

This is one bright young man! Everyone needs to hear this Bar Mitzvah D'var Torah (Speech)! Mazel Tov to you Duncan!

@MegaHatLady

10 жыл бұрын

He is spreading demonic hatred and you love that because you are a Communist, not a Jew

@maninthearena8317

10 жыл бұрын

metronomic1 and you are a foul mouthed, ignorant child.

Thank you, Duncan Mcalpine- you are amazing!

Such a beautiful video and a great point! Thank you for making this.

So sweet. And right on. Lots of love from New York, where I was able to marry my partner of 10 years in July. We are SO HAPPY and hope Oregonians will soon be able to share the same love and joy. Same sex marriage hurts no-one and helps lots of people lead happier, more fulfilled lives. As a fellow Jew, I am proud of you Duncan. So, Oregon, get on with it. Freedom for All.

Duncan gives me hope for the human race, for the whole planet.

Wise and wonderful words from such a young man

Wow, I've actually got hope for this generation now.

this kid is awesome.

n did an awesome job. and I am proud of the church he is affiliated with. it really is a shame that all churches can't agree with this church and this man. so much hate still out there.

@JeffCornerreal

10 жыл бұрын

My apologies. I am not Jewish. still big thumbs up to him

@39hump

9 жыл бұрын

Those that like this also like the false prophets.

@39hump

9 жыл бұрын

***** I don't consider Jesus as a false prophet , he was a prophet like Moses, from the house of David, born in Bethelehem according to the prophecies for king Herode had the wise men to check it and there for had all the baby boys killed in Bethlehem, says in the Bible ( as also happenend in the time when Moses was a baby). You may call it Avodah Zara, but the Nazarene Jews called him the Messiah and so do the Messianic Jews, that have many congragations in Israel. What I mean with the false prophets is in the times of the kings of Israel. Jeremiah told them what they did not want to hear, so they wanted to kill him, but those that did not speak on behalf of G-d and told them what pleased them to hear where celebrated. The same I see here. G-d loves the people , but hates the sin of practising homo sexuality according to what the Thora tells. You cannot change that because it pleases you.Or because they are nice people.Sin is sin.

@amorgan310

9 жыл бұрын

39hump According to Torah and Talmud there was no "Jesus". The term used in Talmud is applicable to anyone who tried to be treated as a deity. According to Judaism Jesus might not have existed, we have no record of him, and we kept some pretty good records. Also, you have no proof he existed from the period which he supposedly existed in. Absolutely 0 proof. So I have no idea where you get the "Jews called him Messiah" bit...

@lisas7827

9 жыл бұрын

Ariel Morgan The Talmud was written about 200 years before Jesus was born. There is no mention of Jesus in the Torah or the Talmud because JUDAISM PREDATES JESUS. Hello? Anybody home? Judaism has nothing to do with Jesus. There is no opinion of Jesus in any Jewish scripture because it all predates him.

This well spoken and most adorable young man I'm sure has gone far. It would be interesting to see him today.

Bravo! This kid gives me hope for the future. I can't wait until men and women like him run this country.

You are an amazing kid. I hope your drop of wisdom ripples outwards.

Well said, young boy, well said. I am proud of you!

Thank you for making this video, what an inspiration for everyone.

@39hump

9 жыл бұрын

just like the people of Israel were happy with what the falls prophets said to them , telling them what they wanted to hear and hating the prophets that spoke the word of God , the truth that would condem them. Poeple don't like to be corrected or being told that they are doing something wrong. Just give them a candy and they will love you.

Duncan!!! WOW!!! What an amazing young man! Your parents must be extremely proud. I can't believe you're just 13. You look, sound and carry yourself as though you were at least a few years older. May you live a long, prosperous and happy life! I look forward to a future of great things from you. You're already off to a brilliant and fantastic start! Mazel tov!!!

WoW! The future looks good because of parents like his teaches respect and inclusion of those who may be different. Mazel Tov Duncan!

Congratulations to Duncan on his bar mitzvah, his great attitude, and his wonderful and informed speech! Now if only adults were so willing to admit how dramatically the idea of marriage has changed (which is clear in the bible and across cultures) and realize that the change of allowing same-sex partners to marry is actually very small in comparison to some of the previous changes. I'm thrilled to be married to my wonderful, awesome, big gay husband. It'll be 10 years in May 2014 and we couldn't be happier or more loving and committed to one another!

His parents must be so proud!! Good for him.

Beautiful Duncan!!

Very well said young man. Well said indeed.

Mazel Tov, Duncan. You are a wise man.

Bravo! Bravo! You had me crying tears of joy! Thank you for fighting for equal rights, Duncan!

I hope more of your insights are shared online Duncan in the coming years. Blessings on you, your family, and your congregation.

@SkyeRangerNick

10 жыл бұрын

I am glad I listened to this a second time through. The details Duncan brings forward are important details to know, in my view.

@SkyeRangerNick

10 жыл бұрын

So the view count was 2600 yesterday morning when I first watched. Now the count is over 12000 .... Rock On!

@SkyeRangerNick

10 жыл бұрын

72000 and counting... www.oregonunitedformarriage.org/an-oregon-teens-freedom-to-marry-bar-mitzvah-speech-goes-international/

@SkyeRangerNick

10 жыл бұрын

Totally out of the park and to the moon .... 102000 and counting...

I'm an atheist myself, but a big Mazel Tov to Duncan. What a Mench!

Well done!! A young man to be proud of.

What a great kid. Lucky too, to have grown up in such a warm and accepting environment. The polls in Oregon make it look like SSM will be approved by the voters next year. Good for you Oregon!

Thanks a lot Duncan, God bless you!

Very moving. Mazel Tov, Duncan.

To Duncan, ignore the haters. Ignore the preachy Rabbis. Ignore the awful. Stay true to you. With or without faith, if you are true to you than everything is good. The only rule in existence should be to no hurt another. Keep being awesome Duncan, cause you already seem like you are.

Mazel Tov! Duncan, you're awesome. Also, your synagogue is beautiful!

Very well done; spoken clearly and precisely and with good research. you will be a credit to your community :)

We in the Garden State are pulling for Oregon to become the next state to embrace Marriage Equality! When that happens, it will bridge the gap between Washington and California to complete the West Coast!

special young man!!

Good on you, Duncan.

Duncan! Your Awesome!

Thank you, Duncan! :)

Excellent. & what an awesome young man!

Way to go, Duncan! What a thoughtful and compassionate young man you are.

Beautifully spoken! Well done!

Thank you Duncan!

Thank you and Mazal Tov! תודה ומזל טוב

Thank you.

Thank you, Duncan, and Congregation Beth Israel.

What an impressive young man!!

I now have great hope for the Millenial generation. You are a very bright young man with amazing insight. May you always be so open minded!

mazel tov! Beautiful speech.

This kid is amazing.

mazel tov, duncan! and thank you.

WAY TO GO DUNCAN ,, WELL SAID IN EVERY WORD YOU SAID IT ALL BEAUTIFULLY ,,, MOZEL TOV ,, FROM THE NORTH

Great speech, Duncan! Keep up the great work!

Made his parents proud....kudos!

What an enlightened soul.

Thank you for your courage Duncan

beautiful! inspiring!

You are an inspiration, young man...speak-out loud and clear and keep-up the good work.

What a brave and intellegent young man. That speech was truly amazing. Well done, sir.

faith in humanity: restored

Well done, Duncan. Well done.

You're so right, Duncan and you're so brave for telling the truth, your truth. Of course some people will disagree… Remember you are entitled to your own opinion and speaking out for other human beings, G'd is on your side.

Beautiful Truth