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Rabbi Berel Wein thoroughly examines the factors contributing to longstanding antisemitism and Jewish resilience throughout history. This thoughtful discussi...

This edition of the Etgar quiz challenges participants with questions regarding biblical narratives and figures, as well as a modern historical query. The qu...

Rabbi Natasha Mann examines the parashah Vayetze, highlighting Jacob's surprising vow to God after his divine revelation. Mann suggests that Jacob's promise ...

Rabbi Arnie Wittenstein delves into the Vilna Gaon's editing methodology, distinguishing his profound understanding of Talmudic texts from modern textual cri...

Rabbi Elliot Rose Kukla's book, "The Soul of the Stranger: Reading God and Torah from a Transgender Perspective," explores how transgender perspectives can i...

The episode explores the nature of jealousy through a discussion of a midrash on Moses' response to his impending death and Joshua succeeding him as leader. ...

Rabbi Ari Lamm discusses the profound and diverse expressions of gratitude in the Hebrew Bible, focusing on Leah and Cain as key biblical figures to understa...

Rabbi Chaim Eisen explores the concept of Gan Eden across multiple Jewish texts, highlighting the divergence between its descriptions in the Tanakh and inter...

This week's Parashah, Toldot, invites us to explore the symbolic significance of Isaac's well-digging. Rabbi Benjy Morgan suggests that Isaac's actions demon...

Yarchei Kallah, an ancient tradition from Talmudic times where alumni return to yeshivas for intensive Torah study, has been revived in modern times for spir...

The weekly Torah portion, Chayei Sarah, offers a lens into the nuances of Biblical Hebrew, emphasizing its compact and enigmatic nature. The article explores...

This entry provides the specific times for the beginning and end of Shabbat across various UK cities for the week of November 22 to November 29. It includes ...

Jacob, one of the most complex figures in the Hebrew Bible, is a multifaceted character marked by episodes of deception, love, and struggle. This discussion ...

The article debates what constitutes a true miracle, contrasting reactions to a recent event where a Hezbollah rocket was intercepted in Bnei Brak. The missi...

Elana Stein Hain and Christine Hayes explore how traditional Jewish texts guide us in balancing gratitude and sorrow, particularly from Chapter 9 of Tractate...

David Curwin's analysis of the stories of Ishmael and Moses reveals striking parallels that underscore themes of parental care, intervention by higher powers...

John Levenson, a renowned scholar, delves into the Binding of Isaac, analyzing its complex themes and context within ancient Near Eastern and biblical tradit...

The weekly Torah portion Vayera culminates in the dramatic story of the Akedah, or the binding of Isaac. However, preceding this is the tale of Hagar and Ish...

Reflecting on the Torah passage in Parshas Vayeira, the article delves into the theme of gratitude, emphasizing the often-unseen contributions that support s...

In this week's parashah, Lech Lecha, we explore a key narrative where Abram rejects the King of Sodom's offer to keep the spoils of war, highlighting a disti...

This week's Shabbat, corresponding to Cheshvan 7 (Friday, November 8), begins at specific times across various UK cities, such as 4:07 PM in London and Manch...

Cindy Scarr delves into the concept of free will in her exploration of Parshas Lech Lecha, illustrating how God grants individuals the autonomy to make their...

The Etgar Quiz no 280 offers a playful approach to learning fundamental aspects of Jewish thought and tradition, focusing on the Creation story and related t...

Rabbi Natasha Mann explores the thematic connections between the biblical narratives of Noah and Jonah, highlighting both their symbolic similarities and cru...

"Husbandry" by Ben Corvo is a reflective piece that intricately illustrates the often romanticized story of Noah's Ark through a more gritty and realistic le...

The video explores the teachings of the Lubavitcher Rebbe on Rashi's commentary, considered one of the most vital Jewish commentaries on the Torah. Presented...

Abigail Pogrebin and Rabbi Dov Linzer join forces in their new book, "It Takes Two to Torah," where they tackle the Five Books of Moses from their distinct O...

Rav Mendel Dickstein, of Dunwoody, Georgia, marked the seventh yahrtzeit of his father, Rav Yehuda Dickstein, one of the Alter Mirrers who survived WWII, by ...

Cindy Scarr contrasts the perspectives of two poets to emphasize a Jewish worldview on life, aging, and the afterlife. Dylan Thomas's famously defiant poem u...

Rabbi Chananya Berzon recounts an impactful moment from his time leading Bar-Ilan University's foreign student program. During an initial gathering, he share...

The multifaceted discussion in this issue centers around Jewish communal dynamics, individual needs, and religious expectations. One letter highlights the im...

Veteran journalist Abigail Pogrebin and Rabbi Dov Linzer, head of YCT Rabbinical School, have come together to write a book titled "It Takes Two to Torah." T...

In Parashat Bereshit, Rabbi Benjy Morgan explores the famous tale of Adam and Eve eating the forbidden fruit and highlights the critical issue of communicati...

This schedule provides key times for Jewish observances from October 23 to November 1, focusing on Shabbat, Shemini Atzeret, and Simchat Torah. It outlines t...

Illusions play a significant role in both Jewish law and human experience, enhancing the beauty and meaning of life. In the context of Sukkot, halachic conce...

Rabbi Mordechai Yosef Leiner of Izbica offers a profound reinterpretation of a verse regarding the thrice-annual pilgrimage festivals, suggesting that the ac...

Detailed information is provided for the observance of Shabbat and Jewish holidays from October 16 to October 25, covering Erev Succot, Succot, Shabbat Chol ...

In memory of Mordy Greeness, a small group of his friends established a shtiebel that has blossomed into a vibrant community center dedicated to Torah and no...

The article explores the enduring spiritual and ethical significance of the Book of Jonah, particularly amid the tumultuous contemporary setting of Jewish li...

This guide provides specific timing details for the observance of Yom Kippur and Succot from October 11 to October 18, 2019, across various cities in the UK,...

Benyamin Cohen explores the humorous yet thought-provoking idea of ancient Jewish influence on weather patterns, starting with Noah's long-standing weather "...

Rabbi Arnie Wittenstein explores the disproportionate global scrutiny of Israel's actions, suggesting an underlying moral imperative placed upon the Jewish p...

Eileh Ezkerah, the poignant piyut recited during Yom Kippur prayers in Ashkenazi communities, commemorates the martyrdom of ten revered Tannaim, known as the...

Natan Slifkin explores the debate between traditional Torah perspectives and the Charedi concept of Daas Torah concerning military service and divine assista...

Elissa Strauss shares her evolving perception of the Torah's tale of Abraham and Isaac as a mother, revealing new insights about the intersection of spiritua...

Parashat Haazinu, read on Shabbat Shuvah, poetically warns of the consequences Israel faces if it fails to uphold the divine covenant. Positioned between Ros...

The article provides a detailed schedule of Jewish festive and fast times for the period from October 2 to October 11, referencing locations across the UK. I...

Roslyn Weiss explores the complexities of desire and power in the Genesis narrative of Adam and Eve. By examining differing interpretations of the text, part...

Natan Slifkin shares his inspired yet belated idea to write a more accessible book on animals and the Torah, building on his previous work, "The Torah Encycl...

Yiscah Smith explores the transformative potential of teshuvah (repentance) as taught by the Piaseczner Rebbe, emphasizing a holistic return to the Divine ra...