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Rabbinic leadership often resembles the quick, intuitive "spinning" of goats' hair as described in Exodus, necessitating rapid responses and decision-making....

This week's episode covers a diverse range of Jewish news and cultural updates. It touches on the unusual topic of 'zombie princes,' likely bringing a unique...

Rabbi Arnie Wittenstein discusses the importance of understanding Parsha flow and how the interconnection between different Parshas can elucidate complex ele...

Eli, a digital nomad returning home, reflects on his complex relationship with Jewish identity and spirituality. During a visit to declutter his childhood ro...

Rabbi Menachem Genack's expanded edition of "Birkat Yitzchak" and Dr. Moshe Sokolow's "Pursuing Peshat" provide two significant contributions to Jewish schol...

Aryeh Bernstein explores the political and theological implications of monarchy through the lens of Megillat Esther and the Torah portion Yitro. He argues th...

Ronna Burger provides a philosopher's lens to the Book of Esther, interpreting it through themes of chance, providence, and prudence, especially in the conte...

Tamar Weissman and Batnadiv HaKarmi explore Rabbi Yonatan's petihta on the Book of Esther, focusing on the fall of Babylonia as a central theme in its narrat...

Cindy Scarr's article draws compelling parallels between the Purim story and contemporary challenges, suggesting we are living in a modern-day iteration of t...

Modern technology, including artificial intelligence, is being employed to ensure Torah scrolls meet kosher standards by meticulously examining them for any ...

Yaakov Wolbe discusses the Sefer HaChinuch, examining the foundations of Jewish faith, including the concepts of the World to Come, the role of suffering, an...

Sefaria, the world's largest free digital Jewish library, is pioneering the integration of artificial intelligence to enhance access to Torah learning. By em...

Rabbi Yaakov Wolbe discusses the purpose of the Torah and its role in elevating humanity from a purely animalistic existence to one aligned with divine and s...

In this insightful exploration of the Rambam's perspective on happiness, the lecture delves into the philosophical underpinnings laid out by Maimonides (Ramb...

Technological advancements have now been integrated into the process of checking and maintaining the integrity of Torah scrolls. Traditionally, Torah scrolls...

Rabbi Arnie Wittenstein discusses the significance of the Parsha system as the organic division of the Tanakh, contrasting it with the chapter system created...

The episode explores the Sinai Revelation as an unparalleled historical event where God revealed Himself to the Israelites, creating a mass testimony that un...

Ari Lamm, a multifaceted rabbi and scholar, champions the importance of reading the Torah in its original Hebrew to unlock deeper themes and nuances often lo...

The episode explores the intersection of atheism, belief, and bias, focusing on the idea that heresy originates not in the mind but in the heart. Drawing on ...

A recent incident involving a man briefly engulfed by a humpback whale off the Chilean coast intriguingly parallels the biblical story of Jonah. While the ma...

Nicole Ellefson recounts her transformative journey in Jewish education, sparked by a troubling experience when her child learned a simplistic and patriarcha...

Rabbi Arnie Wittenstein explores lessons from the Gaza War and delves into the intricacies of interpreting verses (pesukim) and sections (parshiot) of the Ta...

Rabbi Aaron Rotenberg discusses how Jewish Renewal tradition integrates environmentalism as a central tenet of Judaism, emphasizing an Earth-based spiritual ...

Gavriel Lakser's exploration of theodicy in the Torah addresses the paradox of a benevolent and omnipotent God's creation of a world where evil exists. The a...

The article draws a comparison between the biblical miracle of Krias Yam Suf (the splitting of the Red Sea) and the challenge of matchmaking, as discussed in...

Marcy Stern, a beloved educator who recently passed away, left an indelible impact on her students and colleagues with her innovative approach to teaching Na...

Avigail Rock's book, "Great Biblical Commentators: Biographies, Methodologies, and Contributions," translated by Yoseif Bloch, offers a compelling exploratio...

This episode of "Your Jewish Week" explores the weekly Torah portion Beshalach with humor and insightful commentary. It highlights the significant events ass...

A Jewish health nutritionist shares surprising insights into the relationship between Torah and science, exploring how ancient biblical teachings can interse...

This exploration of Parashat Vaera examines the enigmatic progression of Pharaoh's heart hardening throughout the first seven plagues in Egypt. Initially, Ph...

Rabbi Dr. Ari Z. Zivotofsky addresses a common misconception regarding errors made by a baal korei (Torah reader) during Torah reading. Contrary to the belie...

Visiting The Ohel, the resting place of the Lubavitcher Rebbe, Menachem Mendel Schneerson, is considered a sacred and inspirational experience for members of...

Rabbi Dr. Harris Bor explores the significance of Pharaoh's daughter, known as Batya, in the story of Moses' early life. Despite her father's decree to kill ...

This entry provides the Shabbat start and end times for specific locations in the UK for the week of January 17 to January 24. It includes the Torah portion ...

The video discusses the presence of a mezuzah in Disneyland, probing whether this emblematic piece of Jewish tradition—a small case containing a scroll of To...

The study of Torah holds immense significance in Jewish life as it serves as G-d’s instruction manual for navigating existence and spirituality. Engaging wit...

This week's parashah, Vayechi, explores the enigmatic nature of Jacob's attempted revelation of the future to his sons, as recorded in the Torah. Although sa...

Reuven Boshnack explores the complex interplay between free will and predetermination within the Izhbitz school, particularly through the lens of R. Shmuel D...

Addressing the resurgence of Islamism as a global threat requires a strategic focus, both internationally and domestically. This episode discusses recent ter...

Faced with the aftermath of two terrorist incidents in New Orleans and Las Vegas, the panel examines how fragmented leadership and differing narratives on Is...

In Parashat Vayiggash, Judah rises as a surprising leader among his brothers, stepping forward to negotiate with Joseph (unbeknownst to them, their brother) ...

This listing provides Shabbat beginning and ending times in various UK cities, including London and Manchester, for the period from January 3 to January 10, ...

Rabbi Arnie Wittenstein explores the nuances of Pshat (the simple explanation of biblical texts), its connections to rationalism, and the nature of Mesorah (...

The Koren Mikraot Hadorot is a groundbreaking series of Torah commentaries recently published by Koren Publishers. This innovative multi-volume work presents...

Rabbi Paul Freedman reflects on the weekly Torah portion of Mikketz, discussing the encounter between Joseph and his brothers in Egypt. He explores the Hebre...

This compilation provides the Shabbat candle lighting times and ending times for various locations in the UK during the observance of Shabbat Chanukah and th...

Rabbi Dr. Ari Lamm explores the Torah's perspective on wealth, questioning whether wealth is a divine desire. Using the stories of figures such as Abraham, h...

Reflecting on 2024, The Lehrhaus highlighted significant contributions to Jewish thought and literature amidst global and cultural challenges. Key discussion...

Mark Gerson's essay suggests that Democrats seeking political success can learn valuable lessons from the Torah. By interpreting stories such as Cain and Abe...

Vayeshev offers a complex narrative with two stories of women: Tamar, who seeks justice within the law, and Potiphar's wife, whose attempted seduction of Jos...