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Sheila Nemtin Levine has undertaken the immense task of creating 54 large mixed-media paintings, each representing one chapter of the Torah, integrating mode...

Shimi Kaufman delves into the multifaceted nature of Talmud Torah, the study of Torah, which is often seen as the pinnacle of religious achievement for Jews....

In this engaging episode of "Your Jewish Week," Rabbi Dovi Paltiel delves into the weekly Torah portion of Pinchas, exploring themes of leadership, zealotry,...

Rabbi Arnie Wittenstein explores the challenges modern Jews face in awaiting Moshiach compared to past generations, and delves into the second half of the bo...

Yaakov Weinstein's narrative, "Prophecy Lost," delves into the biblical character of Bilaam, exploring his journey from a renowned prophet to a critic of div...

This creative retelling of Parshas Balak transforms the biblical story into a musical piece inspired by 1960s gunslinger ballads and Spaghetti Westerns. The ...

A deep dive into the theological perspectives of Hashgacha Pratis contrasts prominent Jewish philosophical approaches, from the Rambam's limited divine provi...

Rabbi Arnie Wittenstein delves into the authorship of the Book of Isaiah, exploring why the topics in the second part differ from the first. He also comments...

In Episode #26 of "Your Jewish Week," Rabbi Dovi Paltiel explores diverse topics from the weekly Torah portion of Balak, which delves into Balak's attempts t...

This musical piece offers a contemporary exploration of Parshas Chukas, specifically delving into the enigmatic ritual of the Parah Adumah (Red Heifer). By u...

Rabbi Joseph Dweck addresses various questions from the Jewish community during a Q&A session, touching on topics like engaging with Haredim, understanding m...

This episode of "Your Jewish Week" explores a range of topics within the context of Parshat Chukat, such as the mystery of the red heifer and the miraculous ...

The tension between Torah and science has long been a significant theme in Jewish thought, echoed through the ages by influential figures such as Rambam, Mah...

Miriam Zami Edeson delves into rabbinic interpretations of the Korach narrative, emphasizing the intricate role of Midrashim in understanding biblical texts....

The article reflects on the lives of great Jewish leaders, known as gedolim, who despite their elevated status remain accessible and connected to the people....

Hershey H. Friedman and Linda Weiser Friedman explore the presence of irony in the Torah as a tool for moral education and self-reflection, challenging the n...

The video presents a creatively composed song that delves into the narrative of Parshas Korach, focusing on the rebellion led by Korach against Moses as desc...

In Episode 24 of "Your Jewish Week," Rabbi Dovi Paltiel offers a dynamic exploration of the Torah portion Korach, blending serious discussion with humor. Top...

The video explores the contrasting outcomes of two groups of biblical spies: the ten sent by Moses and the two sent by Joshua. Rabbi Shalom Paltiel delves in...

Admiel Kosman explores the intersection of psychoanalysis and Hasidic teachings on self-love, focusing on insights from Erich Fromm and the Rebbe of Warka. T...

Jeremy England explores the concept of holiness in Judaism through the story of Korah's rebellion against Moses and Aaron, as told in the Torah. Korah's accu...

In the wake of Israel's military operation against Iran, dubbed "Rising Lion," Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's earlier reference to a biblical verse duri...

This exploration of Parashas Shelach discusses the reward of the righteous in contrast to the wicked, drawing on biblical and Talmudic sources. Through the n...

The writer expresses significant frustration with the Haredi leadership for their perceived detachment from the struggles Israel faces, particularly regardin...

In the song "Stronger," the experience of the twelve spies sent to explore Canaan, as detailed in Parshas Shlach, is revisited with a poignant exploration of...

In episode #23 of "Your Jewish Week," Rabbi Dovi Paltiel reflects on intriguing topics of Jewish interest. He delves into the weekly Torah portion of Shelach...

Rabbi Arnie Wittenstein explores the challenges of interpreting the prophetic messages of the Neviim Achronim, especially the Book of Yeshaya (Isaiah), discu...

Gila Fine's book, "The Madwoman in the Rabbi's Attic," offers a provocative and insightful re-examination of six female figures in the Talmud, linking them t...

In this musical piece titled "Zocharnu Es Hadaggah," the focus is on the complaints of the Israelites about the manna, the miraculous food that sustained the...

Dvir and Shalhevet Cahana examine the narrative of "Tanur shel Akhnai" in the Talmud to explore the relationship between Aggadah and Halakhah. They argue tha...

Yosi Amram explores the complex idea of Jewish chosenness, reflecting on the discomfort it can cause due to perceived elitism. He contrasts traditional inter...

In her reflection on Parshas Naso, Cindy Scarr explores the concept of the nazir, who takes on voluntary restrictions like abstaining from grape products, no...

The article uncovers five lesser-known insights about the Torah, emphasizing its role as a living guide rather than merely a historical document. It highligh...

Stuart Halpern explores the complex concept of 'return' in the Book of Ruth, focusing on the word "shuv," which typically implies a return to a previous plac...

Ned Krasnopolsky explores the relationship between divine service and freedom, using biblical and rabbinic texts to examine the Jewish concept of mitzvot and...

Ned Krasnopolsky explores the complex relationship between the Israelites' liberation from Egypt and their subsequent service to God, highlighting the transf...

Natan Slifkin critically examines the role of yeshivot in modern society, particularly as Israel faces ongoing challenges. Reflecting on his yeshiva experien...

Rabbi Arnie Wittenstein delves into the Book of Melachim, which he describes as 'The Book of Olam HaZeh,' exploring its themes of potential, expectations, an...

The article explores the concept of owning the Torah as a communal gift given without ownership restrictions, paralleling current debates on copyright and fa...

Cindy Scarr explores how Shavuos represents not only a time to commemorate receiving the Torah (Kabbalas HaTorah) but also a period to reflect on internalizi...

Michael Bernstein's study investigates the rhetorical intertextuality between the Song of Deborah in Judges 5 and the Blessings of Jacob in Genesis 49. Notic...

Rabbi Arnie Wittenstein delves deep into the themes and authorship of Sefer Shoftim (Judges) and Sefer Shmuel, exploring how Rashi's interpretation emphasize...

Rebbetzin Shira Smiles discusses the profound lessons from Chana's prayer, highlighting its emphasis on the power of heartfelt tefillah (prayer) to foster cl...

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's verbal slip during the Chidon HaTanach competition, where he mistakenly called his son Avner by the name Avraham,...

Avi Killip reflects on the story of Rashbi (Rabbi Shimon bar Yochai) as he hid from Roman persecution in a cave, where he and his son devoted their lives to ...

Rabbi Arnie Wittenstein delves into the nuanced challenges of understanding the themes and structure of Sifrey Tanach at the "Sefer level." He emphasizes a p...

Moshe Isaacson explores the intertextuality of historical aggadot, demonstrating how these non-legal rabbinic tales from the Talmud often mirror biblical nar...

Rabbi Wolbe delves into the complexities of reward and punishment in Jewish theology, especially as articulated by the Rambam in his commentary on the Mishna...

In this engaging episode of 'Testing Talmud,' the host delves into the historical account of Rabbi Shimon Bar Yochai, who is said to have hidden in a cave to...

In her article on Parshas Emor, Sharona explores the deeper meaning behind counting the Omer, as instructed in Vayikra 23:15. She references Rav Yaakov Tzvi ...