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Alon Kaminer's story is one of profound resilience and hope, showcasing the indomitable spirit of an Israeli Defense Force (IDF) soldier. After sustaining ca...

Longtime peace activist and educator, Ittay Flescher, joins Eylon Levy in a critical discussion about the viability of peace efforts in contexts where some p...

The article by Daniel Sieradski critiques the current trajectory of Zionist politics, arguing that it has transformed from a movement for Jewish self-determi...

Natan Slifkin discusses the cognitive dissonance experienced by American religious Jews who revere the charedi community for their dedication to Torah, yet a...

Reflecting on an emergency room visit for acute abdominal pain, the author reveals his discomfort when asked his religion by hospital staff, highlighting bot...

This exploration of Jewish ethics is anchored in the thoughts of Abraham Joshua Heschel, particularly his ideas about the biblical prophets and divine pathos...

Donniel Hartman explores the moral challenges Israelis face in light of the trauma and fear following the October 7 events, which have altered moral discours...

Author Elisheva Baumgarten uses a medieval midrash from Ruth Zutah to draw parallels between the risk of immediate versus future benefits and current geopoli...

Geoffrey D. Claussen explores how musar traditions—Jewish traditions focused on virtuous character traits like justice and compassion—offer guidance in ethic...

Julia Watts Belser, a rabbi and activist, reflects on climate grief and the feelings of hope and despair in the face of global climate change. Drawing parall...

Andrés Spokoiny critically examines the ethics of contemporary Jewish philanthropy, particularly in the shift from federated giving to independent philanthro...

In exploring the complexities of caregiving, particularly in medical settings, Sara Labaton draws on classical Jewish texts to propose a paradigm that combin...

Daniel Cotzin Burg, Senior Rabbi of Beth Am Synagogue in Baltimore, critiques the contemporary Jewish focus on 'tikkun olam'—often understood as a call for s...

Lehman and Wasserman critically examine the portrayal of slavery in Jewish sacred texts, revealing a stark moral contradiction between the Jewish community's...

Letty Cottin Pogrebin advocates for 'talking back' as a crucial form of political and social resistance in an era increasingly characterized by divisive rhet...

The debate featured in this Moment article discusses whether Jews have a unique obligation to protect migrants and refugees at risk of deportation. Rabbi Dr....

After the devastating loss of their home in the Eaton Fire, Michael Sidman and his husband Raffi Petrosian experienced an overwhelming wave of support from f...

Mendy Feferkorn addresses financial challenges within the Hasidic and broader Orthodox Jewish communities, emphasizing responsible financial management align...

The article explores whether a child's bullying behavior is a reflection of parental failure or home environment issues. Rabbi Yerachmiel Garfield suggests t...

The article "Nonstop Criticism" by Cindy Scarr discusses a challenging situation observed during a Shabbat meal with neighbors whose harsh parenting style cr...

The upcoming World Zionist Congress elections are stirring complex ethical and ideological debates among diverse Jewish groups, from progressive critics to H...

The Jewish Climate Trust has been launched as a think-and-do tank to enhance the Jewish community and Israel's response to the climate crisis. Co-chaired by ...

Rabbi Reuven Epstein offers profound insights into why many marriages operate on autopilot and are at risk of failure. He emphasizes that a true emotional co...

Ruby Chen, father of an Israeli-American soldier held hostage in Gaza, details his ongoing efforts to secure his son's release amid renewed conflict between ...

Jodi Rudoren's heartfelt narrative, "Becoming the Soup Fairy," explores the act of making and sharing soup as a gesture of community support and personal sol...

Alan Dershowitz argues for the importance of maintaining First Amendment rights even under challenging circumstances, using historical examples such as the 1...

Eylon Levy and Salo Aizenberg engage in a critical discussion questioning the credibility of warnings about an impending famine that have been circulating fo...

Richard Bernstein, a blind Michigan Supreme Court Justice, marathon runner, and disabilities advocate, discusses the challenges faced by the disabled communi...

Israeli authorities have dismantled a sophisticated animal smuggling ring involving the use of large agricultural drones to transport wild animals such as 16...

Eylon Levy and Salo Aizenberg discuss how Hamas allegedly violates the norms of warfare by engaging in tactics such as utilizing human shields and hiding in ...

Ruthie Hollander reflects on how modern Buy Nothing groups on platforms like Facebook remind her of the gemachs of her Orthodox Jewish upbringing. Gemachs, d...

Paramedic Shuey recalls an unforgettable call he received one Friday evening after candlelighting. Upon arriving at a patient's home, he was surprised to fin...

Under the guise of the "Trump Doctrine 2.0," US foreign policy has shifted towards a model where diplomacy is deeply intertwined with economic transactions, ...

Business experts share essential advice for entrepreneurs, emphasizing the importance of passion, persistence, and adaptability. They stress the value of bui...

This episode delves into Rambam's foundational essay on reward and punishment, detailing various views on the afterlife and highlighting the confusion surrou...

In this video, Eylon Levy and Salo Aizenberg discuss how Hamas has been attempting to manipulate and exploit international laws of war to its advantage by em...

Dr. Rona Novick joins Rabbis Garfield and Schonfeld in a discussion about effective ways for parents and schools to address bullying. They explore how to cre...

In a discussion featuring Jonathan Conricus, a Senior Fellow at the Foundation for Defense of Democracies and former IDF spokesperson, the focus is on the re...

Rachel Schwartzberg highlights the founding of MyZuzah by Manette Mayberg, a nonprofit dedicated to ensuring every Jewish home has a kosher mezuzah, in respo...

Efraim Jaffe shares a heartfelt account of his journey through grief after the passing of his wife, Esther. As a widower, he navigates the disorienting silen...

In this discussion, Eylon Levy and Saul Sadka explore the contrasting value systems between Israel and Hamas, particularly concerning the impact of war on ci...

Lee Zeldin, the first Jewish administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), has faced criticism for his role in dismantling environmental regula...

The essay reflects on the enduring antisemitism confronting Jews today and draws parallels with historical narratives such as the story of Purim. The author ...

Rabbi Elizheva Hurvich expresses her decision to boycott the traditional reading of the Megillah for Purim due to its problematic themes. She highlights the ...

Legislation introduced in West Virginia proposes elevating the Bible, including both the Old and New Testaments, as foundational legal documents, reflecting ...

In a discussion focused on distinguishing between ethical principles and polarized opinions, former Israeli Government Spokeswoman Tal Heinrich joins Eylon L...

Pesach often evokes feelings of stress rather than the intended freedom due to emotional and physical clutter accumulated over time. Adina Forouzan discusses...

At the age of eleven, Adina Forouzan embraced her journey into Judaism by independently preparing for Pesach, a task typically mastered in adulthood. While h...

Rabbi Joachim Prinz emerged as a pivotal figure in both Jewish and American civil rights history by defying the Nazis in his native Germany and later joining...

Rabbi Moishe Bane delves into the pervasive stress over financial pressures many face today, questioning whether we are pursuing genuine success or merely ad...