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Julian Alper narrates a personal reflection on repairing his old tefillin, which shows signs of wear and unfitness for ritual purposes. Despite initial embar...

In this insightful Torah lesson, Rabbi Shalom Paltiel reflects on the parallels between the story of Joseph sending his brothers to find a silver goblet and ...

Exploring Parshat Miketz, 18Forty presents five insightful perspectives on finding God amid chaos. The narrative of Yosef, who rises from prison to power in ...

Joseph's goblet, mentioned in the Torah portion of Miketz, is described as a unique artifact used for divination, adding a mystical dimension to the narrativ...

Cindy Scarr's article delves into the distinct yet intertwined contributions of Jerusalem and Athens to Western Civilization, focusing on the Greco-Jewish cl...

The region of Goshen, integral to the biblical narrative in parashat Miketz, is explored in terms of its geographical, historical, and cultural significance....

In a reimagined biblical narrative, Yaakov Weinstein explores the story of Noah through a creative lens. Noah is initially depicted as a forward-thinking inv...

In this video, the speaker delves into the linguistic aspects of the Torah portion Miketz, highlighting specific Egyptian-derived vocabulary that appears wit...

Australian authorities have identified the attackers behind a deadly shooting at a Jewish event on Sydney's Bondi Beach as Sajid Akram and his son Naveed, Pa...

Rabbi Eliezer Diamond, a cherished educator at the Jewish Theological Seminary (JTS) for 35 years, passed away at 73 after battling cancer. His teaching and ...

Rabbi Eliezer Diamond, a revered professor at the Jewish Theological Seminary (JTS), has passed away at 73 after a courageous battle with cancer. Renowned fo...

The historic conflict between Joseph and his brothers, a pivotal narrative in Jewish tradition, is analyzed through the lens of their differing views on serv...

Nehama Leibowitz, a prominent 20th-century Torah commentator, is celebrated for her profound contributions in the field of Jewish biblical scholarship. She w...

Shimi Kaufman examines the Shabbat commandment's dual representation in the Torah—first as a commemoration of creation, then as a remembrance of liberation f...

The exploration of Parshat Vayeshev in this piece highlights the dangerous progression of jealousy within familial relationships, as illustrated by Yosef and...

The video explores the historical and geographical significance of Dotan, a location mentioned in the Torah portion Vayeshev, and its role in ancient trade r...

President Trump's executive order targeting the Muslim Brotherhood focuses on reviewing individual branches for potential terrorism designations, such as in ...

In her discussion of Parshas Vayeishev, Cindy Scarr draws on the teachings of Rabbi Simcha Bunim of Peshischa and the Sfas Emes to highlight the importance o...

Exploring the biblical story of Joseph's coat of many colors, this video delves into its historical and cultural significance. The garment, gifted by Jacob t...

The video explores the life of Joseph as depicted in the Torah portion Vayeshev, delving into his rise from being sold into slavery by his brothers to his ev...

Yud-Tes Kislev, celebrated on 19 Kislev, marks a pivotal moment for Chassidism and its followers, particularly those affiliated with Chabad. Known as the Ros...

Moshe Koppel's analysis of the biblical story of Yaakov wrestling with a mysterious figure in Parshat Vayishlach is positioned as a metaphor for the Jewish j...

Elisha Price examines the phrase "Heilek Eloah Mi-maal" in R. Shneur Zalman's seminal Hasidic work, Sefer Ha-Tanya, and its controversial theological implica...

In the face of rising polarization among Jewish communities globally, Joshua Kullock urges a re-evaluation of the concept of compromise through a Jewish mora...

In the Torah portion Vayishlah, the practice of nikur, or deveining, is explored, focusing on the prohibition against eating the sciatic nerve. This aspect o...

In a reflection on Parsha Vayishlach, Rabbi Shalom Paltiel delves into the symbolism and unique role of Benjamin, the youngest son of Jacob, in the narrative...

"Real Royalty" explores the concept of inner spiritual royalty as exemplified by the biblical figure Batsheva, the wife of King David and mother of King Solo...

Reflecting on Parshas Vayishlach, Cindy Scarr explores the theme of resisting external influences through the biblical story of Yaakov (Jacob) living with La...

In the Torah portion Vayishlah, a unique and intriguing feature appears: dots above certain Hebrew letters. These punctuation marks, known as puncta extraord...

The River Yabbok, also known as Jabbok, holds significant historical and mystical importance in Jewish tradition, particularly in the context of Parashat Vay...

Avi Mayer reflects on the current state of Israel, drawing parallels between recent events and Torah narratives from Genesis. He discusses the challenges fac...

The video explores the Biblical narrative of Jacob (Yakov) and his two wives, Leah and Rachel. It delves into the spiritual and moral lessons derived from th...

This video explores the contributions of the ancient biblical commentator Philo to Jewish thought and how his works inform our understanding of the Torah por...

Rabbi Shalom Paltiel delves into the Biblical story of Jacob's preference for Rachel over Leah in the Parsha Vayeitzei, exploring the deeper mystical interpr...

The content delves into the weekly parsha Vayetzei, where Yaakov's journey amidst psychological distress illustrates divine encounter through crisis. Struggl...

The video explores the concept of 'terafim' or household idols in Jewish history as mentioned in the Torah, particularly in the portion of Vayetse. It delves...

The families of victims from Hamas's October 7, 2023 attack on Israel have filed a lawsuit against Binance and its CEO, Changpeng Zhao. They allege that the ...

The video discusses the practice of extispicy, a form of divination believed to have been used by Lavan, a character from the Torah. Extispicy involves inter...

This video delves into the intriguing role of mandrakes in the Torah, particularly in the portion of Vayetse. Historically, mandrakes have appeared in variou...

Rabbi Yitzchok Aharon Pinkesz introduces the concept of "Kosher Astrology," highlighting the presence of astrological wisdom within Judaism and the Torah. He...

Women scribes are revolutionizing Jewish tradition as they take on the historically male domain of Torah writing. Spearheaded by Jen Taylor Friedman, who com...

Shabbat, the Jewish day of rest, is a fundamental observance rooted in the Torah, serving as a weekly opportunity for spiritual rejuvenation and family conne...

Rivka Bennun Kay explores the complex relationship between selfhood, wealth, and spiritual growth using insights from Rebbe Nachman of Breslov and the charac...

The video explores the biblical story of Isaac's intention to bless his elder son Eisav despite his wayward behavior, as opposed to his righteous brother Jac...

Parshat Toldot offers a compelling exploration of recurring family dynamics, highlighting how patterns of behavior, such as deception and favoritism, perpetu...

In the video "Hittites Jewish History in the Torah Toledot," the speaker explores the identity and historical significance of the Hittites within the context...

Cindy Scarr's reflections on Parshas Toldos explore the duality of Eisav's and Yaakov's lives as described in the Torah. Eisav, portrayed as a man with two d...

The video provides an in-depth analysis of the birth of Esau, also known as Edom, and explores his significance in the Torah, particularly in the portion of ...

Rabbi Joseph Hirsch Dnner (Ritzad) was a pioneering but largely overlooked academic scholar of the Babylonian Talmud, influential in combining traditional le...

Yehudis Karbal, an experienced psychotherapist, shares her personal journey of resilience and healing, which involved applying her professional knowledge alo...