The text discusses the challenge of accommodating change in a religion with a divine origin, focusing on the Orthodox Union's statement on the roles of women in Orthodox synagogues.

The Orthodox Union's recent statement on professional roles for women in synagogues has sparked intense debate, particularly in the Modern Orthodox community.

The Orthodox Union's recent statement about the roles of women in Orthodox synagogues has sparked debate.

The discussion revolves around the importance of tone in conveying meaning and authority in religious texts, particularly focusing on the introduction of God's first public words at Mount Sinai in the Torah.

The Orthodox Unions recent statement on professional roles for women in Orthodox synagogues has sparked widespread debate.

The ongoing debate spurred by the Orthodox Union's recent statement on professional roles for women in Orthodox synagogues has revealed a breakdown in trust between Centrist Orthodox rabbis and some members of the American Modern Orthodox community.

The author discusses the concept of synagogue leadership inspired by Yitro's advice to Moses on establishing judges.

Dr. Arthur Hyman, a prominent scholar, teacher, and respected figure in the Jewish community, is remembered for his vast knowledge of Jewish philosophy and scholarly contributions.

In a recent case involving Susan Abeles and the Metropolitan Washington Airports Authority (MWAA), a federal court ruled that the MWAA did not fail to reasonably accommodate Abeles' observance of Pesach, despite her absence being classified as Absence Without Leave and leading to her suspension.

The text delves into the enigmatic reference in the Talmud to Parashat Bilam attributed to Mosaic authorship, prompting scholars to ponder whether it refers to a lost text or a distinct aspect of the Torah we possess.

The text explores the story of the Akeidah (the binding of Isaac) and different interpretations of Abraham's willingness to sacrifice his son at God's command.

The discussion explores the intriguing narrative of Rabbi Yohanan and Reish Laqish in rabbinic literature, focusing on their encounter at the Jordan River.

In Beth Kissileff's novel "Questioning Return," Wendy Goldberg, a doctoral student in Jerusalem, explores the lives of newly religious American Jews in Israel, delving into the complexities of their identities.

The text "Rupture and Revelation" by Ayelet Wenger navigates themes of Jewish identity, faith, and scholarship through personal anecdotes and philosophical musings.

Talmud scholar Maggie Anton explores the topic of sex in early rabbinic literature in her book "Fifty Shades of Talmud: What the First Rabbis Had to Say about You-Know-What."

Yaakov Bieler discusses the need for revolutionary changes in Talmud education to engage students and address moral lapses seen in some learned individuals.

Rabbi Zev Farber talks about his books on Jewish law and organ donation, illustrating how Jewish law is evolving to address modern issues.

The text explores the impact of educational theory in response to the 1957 Sputnik crisis on Jewish education and specifically Talmud curriculum.

Literary critic Adam Kirsch reflects on reading a page of the Talmud daily and highlights the dual portrayal of rabbis within its text.

Moses Mendelssohn, an influential 18th-century Jewish philosopher, was celebrated for advocating Jewish rights, promoting modernity, translating the Bible into German, and producing the political-philosophical work "Jerusalem."

Rabbi Professor Art Green explores the rising appeal of Breslav Hasidism, a sect that has rapidly gained popularity among Jews worldwide.

The article discusses the Metropolitan Museum of Art's exhibition "Jerusalem 1000-1400: Every People Under Heaven," focusing on the diverse and crowded nature of medieval Jerusalem.

The text revolves around the narrator’s deep relationship with Judaism, which evolves as she navigates marriage, divorce, and building a Jewish home.

Rabbi Joseph B. Soloveitchik's relationship with Maimonides can be seen through his reverence for the Mishneh Torah as a beloved halakhic code, which he defended passionately against detractors.

In the second century CE, a significant decision was made to write down the Jewish Law, called Mishna, marking the codification of the Oral Torah.