JL;DR

Daily Podcasts Video Research

for Monday, December 22, 2025

Torah ›

0 Torah Israel

What Avram and Sarai Taught the World Zionist Congress: An Orthographic Exploration of Parashat Lech Lecha

Gabriel Slamovits in Lehrhaus

The article by Gabriel Slamovits explores an intriguing orthographic aspect of Parashat Lech Lecha, focusing on the presence of a dotted yud in Bereishit 16:5, a unique feature in the Torah that has significant grammatical and interpretive implications.

Politics ›

0 Politics Culture

Why I refuse to choose between Jewish peoplehood and Jewish red lines this Hanukkah

eJewishPhilanthropy

The article discusses the tension between advocating for Jewish peoplehood, promoting unity, and establishing boundaries within the Jewish community, especially concerning Zionism and internal conflicts.

0 Politics Communities

Texas Jewish voters alarmed by James Talarico’s Israel rhetoric

Marc Rod in Jewish Insider

In Texas, Jewish leaders express unease with Democratic Senate candidate James Talarico's rhetoric on Israel, fearing it could alienate local Jewish voters.

0 Politics Israel

Anti-IDF Propaganda in Ramat Beit Shemesh

Natan Slifkin in Rationalist Judaism

Natan Slifkin criticizes an event in Ramat Beit Shemesh opposing IDF programs for Charedim, suggesting it spreads misinformation about the intentions and benefits of these initiatives.

0 Politics Israel

Confessions of a Jew Wrestling With Post-October 7th Politics

Daniel Saunders in Future of Jewish

Daniel Saunders reflects on his evolving political views in response to global events and their portrayal in Western media, particularly concerning Israel and antisemitism.

Communities ›

0 Communities Holidays

Lighting up Washington: Rabbi Levi Shemtov brings Hanukkah to the halls of power

Gabby Deutch in Jewish Insider

Rabbi Levi Shemtov, the executive vice president of American Friends of Lubavitch (Chabad), plays a pivotal role in Washington D.C.'s Hanukkah celebrations by bringing the festival's light and message to both Republican and Democratic circles, including the White House, Capitol Hill, and various government institutions.

0 Communities Leadership

Don’t overlook the denominator in the Jewish talent pipeline crisis

eJewishPhilanthropy

Many Jewish communities face a talent pipeline crisis, with struggles to recruit and retain professionals in roles like education and the rabbinate.

Antisemitism ›

0 Antisemitism Leadership

AJC CEO calls for Jewish organizations to unify over communal security

Marc Rod in Jewish Insider

Following a deadly terrorist attack at a Hanukkah event in Sydney, American Jewish Committee CEO Ted Deutch urges Jewish organizations to unify for global security efforts.

0 Antisemitism Communities

The Maccabees of Bondi Beach

Nicole Wizman in Tablet

On the first night of Hanukkah, a horrific antisemitic attack unfolded at a Chabad event in Bondi Beach, Australia, resulting in 15 deaths and over 40 injuries.

History ›

0 History Culture

A Brief History of Judaism, for the Confused

Joshua Hoffman in Future of Jewish

Exploring the complexities of Jewish history, Joshua Hoffman's article serves as a primer for understanding the roots and evolution of Judaism.

Israel ›

0 Israel Communities

The Gaza hostage crisis could forever change how American Jews relate to Israel — but it's not too late to fix that

Rachel Fink in Forward

The aftermath of the October 7 hostage-taking by Hamas has revealed stark contrasts in how Jews in Israel and America perceive and react to Israeli governmental actions.

Culture ›

0 Culture Holidays

What My Favorite Chanukah Story Teaches Us About Spiritual Transformation

David Bashevkin in 18forty

Hershel and the Hanukkah Goblins, a beloved Chanukah story by Eric Kimmel, holds lessons about overcoming darkness and channeling personal struggles into sources of light.