Rav Chaim Mayer Roth explores the profound significance of the shofar on Rosh Hashanah, linking it to the shofar of Mashiach and the shofar at Matan Torah. T...

The simanim on Rosh Hashanah, particularly the pomegranate (rimon), are examined to uncover deeper meanings beyond repetition or reaffirmation. The pomegrana...

Exploring the spiritual preparation for Rosh Hashanah and Yom Kippur during the month of Elul, the article by Cindy Scarr interprets a teaching from the Ariz...

Cindy Scarr addresses a variety of nuanced questions surrounding the recitation of the Shehecheyanu blessing, particularly in the context of Rosh Hashanah an...

The article revisits the historical and enduring impact of the Dreyfus Affair in France, highlighting its continued relevance as antisemitism persists in con...

Cindy Scarr explores the nuances of the Jewish rsum system used in matchmaking, critiquing its limited scope while highlighting its positive aspect of encour...

Cindy Scarr's narrative portrays Edith and Ruth, two aging sisters of prewar European descent, who exist as enigmatic figures in their isolated home near the...

Reflecting on the significance of Bircas Kohanim, the author shares her personal connection as both the daughter and wife of Kohanim. She recalls her father'...

The article reflects on the three pivotal concepts of Teshuvah (repentance), Tefillah (prayer), and Tzedakah (charity), which are central to the Yamim Noraim...

Cindy Scarr explores the enigmatic letter samech in the Torah, noting its rare appearance as the initial letter in passages related to grave national sins, s...