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Why Americans Should Trade Self-Help for Mussar
7 Sep 2025
Rivka Bennun Kay argues that while the self-help movement focuses on individual happiness and self-empowerment, it often leads to feelings of brokenness and ...
7 Sep 2025
Future of Jewish
Being ‘anti-war’ is the most dangerous position of all.
5 Sep 2025
Joshua Hoffman argues that being anti-war, often seen as a noble stance, can be dangerously naive, especially in contexts where existential threats are posed...
5 Sep 2025
Halacha Headlines
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9/6/25 – Shiur 527 – Kosher Kitchen, Treif Business?
4 Sep 2025
Esteemed guests discuss Jewish ethical principles in business, emphasizing the importance of Kiddush Hashem in avoiding dubious practices. The episode also e...
4 Sep 2025
18forty
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DovBer Pinson: The Jewish People's Path of Teshuva [Teshuva 2/5]
3 Sep 2025
Rabbi DovBer Pinson explores the concept of teshuva (repentance) by differentiating between "lower" and "higher" forms, urging Jews to focus on the root caus...
3 Sep 2025
JTA
On Shabbat morning in my Jerusalem synagogue, I began to see our complex world anew
3 Sep 2025
Jon Polin reflects on a Shabbat morning in his Jerusalem synagogue, which serves as a microcosm of the emotional and spiritual complexity of life in Israel. ...
3 Sep 2025
Mishpacha
Defensive Edge
2 Sep 2025
Nati Weiss, after spending over 20 years in prison, now dedicates his life to helping troubled Jewish teens in Lakewood avoid the path he once took. His uniq...
2 Sep 2025
Mishpacha
Family First Inbox: Issue 959
2 Sep 2025
The article discusses a trio of issues within the Jewish community, focusing on aspects of education, parenting, and behavioral discipline. A teacher highlig...
2 Sep 2025
Mishpacha
Forests, Not Trees
2 Sep 2025
Cindy Scarr explores the emotional turmoil a mother, reflecting on her responsibility and its limits, experiences when confronting her teenage daughter's per...
2 Sep 2025
The Free Press
WATCH: Gazan Journalists Say Al Jazeera Works Hand in Glove with Hamas
2 Sep 2025
Investigative reporting reveals allegations that Al Jazeera collaborates closely with Hamas, highlighting a concerning dynamic between media and governance i...
2 Sep 2025
eJewishPhilanthropy
Fund the talent, or forget the cause
2 Sep 2025
In the Jewish nonprofit sector, there is a pressing need to address worker burnout and prioritize the well-being of employees. With many professionals facing...
2 Sep 2025
Hadassah
The Best Approach to Teshuvah on the High Holidays
31 Aug 2025
Reflecting on the themes of the High Holidays, Kelsey Osgood delves into the intricacies of teshuvah, or repentance, as explored in the poignant liturgy of R...
31 Aug 2025
Living Lchaim
My Family Vacation Turned into a Nightmare - But I Refuse To Give Up Faith
31 Aug 2025
Rabbi Shlomo Nisanov candidly discusses the profound personal tragedy of losing his daughter, Racheli, in a jet ski accident during a family vacation. Despit...
31 Aug 2025
Forward
After Netanyahu and Cindy McCain meet, she calls out ‘desperation’ in Gaza, and he accuses her of ‘misrepresentation'
29 Aug 2025
Cindy McCain, executive director of the World Food Programme, called for a ceasefire in Gaza, describing the humanitarian situation as dire, following a meet...
29 Aug 2025
Halacha Headlines
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8/30/25 – Shiur 526 – The “Epstein Files” – Do we have the right to know if someone is a threat to our community —whether a pedophile, abuser, or swindler?
29 Aug 2025
The episode explores the delicate balance of protecting community safety while respecting individual rights, focusing on the implications of Jewish law (hala...
29 Aug 2025
Jewish Action
Dollars and Sense: College Budgeting with Stacey Zrihen
28 Aug 2025
As college students face the daunting task of managing limited finances, Stacey Zrihen, a financial planner and budgeting expert within the Orthodox communit...
28 Aug 2025
Jewish Action
Countdown to Calm: Supporting Students with First-Day Fears
28 Aug 2025
Many children experience anxiety as the new school year approaches, whether they're entering kindergarten or high school. Etti Siegel offers insights into su...
28 Aug 2025
JTA
Yosef Blau, author of an Orthodox rabbis’ letter calling out Israel, responds to his critics
28 Aug 2025
Rabbi Yosef Blau, a prominent spiritual figure within Modern Orthodoxy, has made waves with his open letter, "A Call for Moral Clarity, Responsibility, and a...
28 Aug 2025
eJewishPhilanthropy
Labor Day reminder: Policies aren’t enough when it comes to paid leave
28 Aug 2025
As Labor Day brings attention to the achievements of American workers, a study by the Women's Rabbinic Network exposes critical issues regarding paid leave i...
28 Aug 2025
Future of Jewish
Gaza's media martyrs are a mockery of journalism.
27 Aug 2025
Nachum Kaplan critiques the portrayal of journalists as privileged figures during wartime, particularly in the context of the Israel-Hamas conflict in Gaza. ...
27 Aug 2025
Chabad.org
Put Up Your Guard - Parsha Shoftim with Rabbi Shalom Paltiel
27 Aug 2025
In his discussion on Parsha Shoftim, Rabbi Shalom Paltiel explores the Torah's directive to appoint judges and policing agents in every city as a metaphor fo...
27 Aug 2025
Rationalist Judaism
Don't Panic
27 Aug 2025
Natan Slifkin addresses the alarming allegations of organized ritual sexual abuse within Israel's ultra-Orthodox and national-religious communities, scrutini...
27 Aug 2025
For Heaven's Sake
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Coming Home
27 Aug 2025
Amidst the backdrop of war, the Israeli societal ethos of 'Derech Eretz' is scrutinized as a ceasefire deal unfolds, bringing bittersweet relief and frantic ...
27 Aug 2025
Mishpacha
Pardon Me
26 Aug 2025
Exploring the complexities of seeking forgiveness in Jewish tradition, this piece delves into various scenarios where mechilah (forgiveness) is sought and gr...
26 Aug 2025
Mishpacha
Smarter Giving
26 Aug 2025
Donor-advised funds (DAFs) are specialized charitable accounts allowing contributors immediate tax benefits while advising on grant disbursements later. Once...
26 Aug 2025
Jewschool
Response to “Genocide and the Burden of History”
26 Aug 2025
Eliana Fishman critiques Yehuda Kurtzer's essay on genocide by comparing contemporary criteria for identifying genocide with historical instances, emphasizin...
26 Aug 2025
Chabad.org
Teshuvah Rabbi: “I Can’t Stay QUIET About This ANY Longer!”
25 Aug 2025
In the video "Teshuvah Rabbi: I Can't Stay QUIET About This ANY Longer!", the speaker discusses the essential Jewish concept of teshuvah, or repentance, emph...
25 Aug 2025
Jewdicious
Jewish-American Hero
22 Aug 2025
Eli Segal, a Brandeis University alumnus, exemplified Jewish values, particularly Tikkun Olam, through his transformative career. Esteemed for his charismati...
22 Aug 2025
Halacha Headlines
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8/23/25 – Shiur 525 – UnKosher Competition – The Four Halachic Red Lines in Business You Can’t Cross | Rabbi Berel Wein ZT”L – never published interview | The Headlines Quit Smoking Challenge
22 Aug 2025
Renowned rabbis discuss the halachic concept of unfair business competition, highlighting the four red lines in business that cannot be crossed according to ...
22 Aug 2025
Forward
Reform movement urges against death penalty for alleged Capital Jewish Museum shooter
21 Aug 2025
Following the tragic shooting of two Israeli embassy staffers, Yaron Lischinsky and Sarah Milgrim, outside the Capital Jewish Museum, the Reform movement's W...
21 Aug 2025
Forward
Following Laura Loomer's lead, the US is repeating an egregious Holocaust-era mistake
21 Aug 2025
Hadar Susskind voices deep concern over the U.S. decision to halt medical-humanitarian visas for children from Gaza, drawing parallels with the infamous reje...
21 Aug 2025
Emes Ve-Emunah
A Question of Moral Clarity
21 Aug 2025
Rabbi Yosef Blau's recent initiative, calling for moral clarity amid the Gaza humanitarian crisis, underlines his enduring stance on justice, even amid contr...
21 Aug 2025
Future of Jewish
Jewish enemies play dirty games, and the Jews must play to win.
20 Aug 2025
Using an analogy with Michael Jordan's response to the 'Jordan Rules' defensive strategy, which sought to physically and mentally challenge him, the article ...
20 Aug 2025
Living Lchaim
Jewish Grandma: How to Live a Long Life (Bible’s Promise)
20 Aug 2025
In this touching episode, Grandma Dina delves into the declining culture of reverence for elders, contrasting past generations' tangible honor towards parent...
20 Aug 2025
Tablet
Coffee and Croissants
20 Aug 2025
As the morning unfolds, Vicky finds herself in a predicament: they are running out of coffee just as guests are about to arrive. With Jackie, who’s responsib...
20 Aug 2025
Jewdicious
The Betrayal of Journalism in Gaza
19 Aug 2025
The Jerusalem Journal's essay by Avi Mayers critiques the role of purported journalists in Gaza amid the conflict with Hamas, contrasting their actions with ...
19 Aug 2025
The Free Press
Poster Children of Gaza’s Hunger Crisis Are Actually Suffering from Other Illnesses. Plus. . .
18 Aug 2025
Viral images of starving children from Gaza, prominently featured in major media outlets, have been misrepresented according to a Free Press investigation. T...
18 Aug 2025
The Free Press
They Became Symbols for Gazan Starvation. But All 12 Suffer from Other Health Problems.
18 Aug 2025
A New York Times photo, depicting an undernourished Gazan child, sparked controversy due to its omission of critical context about the child's health. Muhamm...
18 Aug 2025
Future of Jewish
Jews can’t buy love with charity.
17 Aug 2025
Joshua Hoffman critiques the Jewish Federation of New York's recent donation to aid displaced Gazans, arguing that resources should prioritize Jewish causes ...
17 Aug 2025
JTA
Jew vs. Jew rhetoric breaks hearts in a bitter internal debate about the Gaza war
17 Aug 2025
The decision by the UJA-Federation of New York to allocate $1 million for humanitarian aid to Gaza amidst ongoing tensions highlights deep divisions within t...
17 Aug 2025
Forward
The world is outraged by a reporter's death in Gaza. It's part of a much bigger problem
15 Aug 2025
The death of Anas al-Sharif, a Palestinian journalist, in Gaza has sparked international outcry and raised critical questions about press freedom and truth i...
15 Aug 2025
Halacha Headlines
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8/16/25 – Shiur 524 – Steal with a Click? The Halachic Ethics of Downloading Music, Seforim, and Media without authorization
14 Aug 2025
The halachic perspective on intellectual property, particularly regarding music and media downloads, is explored through discussions with Rabbi Yosef Dovid J...
14 Aug 2025
On the Nose
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Ms. Rachel Stands Up for the Littles of Gaza
14 Aug 2025
Ms. Rachel, a beloved children's television star, candidly discusses her advocacy for Palestinian children in Gaza amidst significant backlash, emphasizing h...
14 Aug 2025
Rationalist Judaism
Scammed!
13 Aug 2025
Natan Slifkin recounts a personal experience of being nearly scammed by a fraudulent charity appeal and explores how certain charitable solicitations may mis...
13 Aug 2025
Future of Jewish
I was just in Gaza. Here's the truth about starvation allegations.
13 Aug 2025
Eitan Fischberger provides a critical analysis of the United Nations Relief and Works Agency (UNRWA) and its activities in Gaza, highlighting a troubling rel...
13 Aug 2025
What Matters Now
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What Matters Now to Prof. Dan Turner: Treating our enemies humanely makes us human
13 Aug 2025
Prof. Dan Turner discusses how humane treatment of all individuals, including Palestinians, meshes with fundamental human values and medical ethics. Despite ...
13 Aug 2025
Mishpacha
My Daughter’s Endless Wants
12 Aug 2025
Cindy Scarr addresses the challenging relationship dynamics between a mother and her married daughter who remains highly demanding of parental support. Despi...
12 Aug 2025
Mishpacha
True Kindness
12 Aug 2025
Rebbetzin Shira Smiles, Rebbetzin Debbie Greenblatt, and Mrs. Shira Hochheimer explore the concept of chesed (kindness) through the lens of the Biblical wido...
12 Aug 2025
The Free Press
Why Is Reuters Carrying Water for Hamas?
12 Aug 2025
Jonas Du critiques legacy media outlets such as Reuters, CNN, and ABC, accusing them of presenting narratives that favor Hamas regarding the situation in Gaz...
12 Aug 2025
Emes Ve-Emunah
Rabbis Yechiel Eckstein, Dov Landau, and Smartphones
11 Aug 2025
The article discusses the controversial interactions of Orthodox Judaism with Evangelical Christians, focusing on the example of Rabbi Yechiel Eckstein, foun...
11 Aug 2025
JTA
Citing ‘the Jewish imperative’ to act, UJA-Federation pledges $1M for Gaza aid
11 Aug 2025
UJA-Federation of New York has pledged $1 million to IsraAID, Israel’s largest nongovernmental aid group, to help provide emergency relief to civilians in Ga...
11 Aug 2025