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Many children experience anxiety as the new school year approaches, whether they're entering kindergarten or high school. Etti Siegel offers insights into su...

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...

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...

Nachum Kaplan critiques the portrayal of journalists as privileged figures during wartime, particularly in the context of the Israel-Hamas conflict in Gaza. ...

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...

Natan Slifkin addresses the alarming allegations of organized ritual sexual abuse within Israel's ultra-Orthodox and national-religious communities, scrutini...

Amidst the backdrop of war, the Israeli societal ethos of 'Derech Eretz' is scrutinized as a ceasefire deal unfolds, bringing bittersweet relief and frantic ...

Exploring the complexities of seeking forgiveness in Jewish tradition, this piece delves into various scenarios where mechilah (forgiveness) is sought and gr...

Donor-advised funds (DAFs) are specialized charitable accounts allowing contributors immediate tax benefits while advising on grant disbursements later. Once...

Eliana Fishman critiques Yehuda Kurtzer's essay on genocide by comparing contemporary criteria for identifying genocide with historical instances, emphasizin...

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...

Eli Segal, a Brandeis University alumnus, exemplified Jewish values, particularly Tikkun Olam, through his transformative career. Esteemed for his charismati...

Renowned rabbis discuss the halachic concept of unfair business competition, highlighting the four red lines in business that cannot be crossed according to ...

Following the tragic shooting of two Israeli embassy staffers, Yaron Lischinsky and Sarah Milgrim, outside the Capital Jewish Museum, the Reform movement's W...

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...

Rabbi Yosef Blau's recent initiative, calling for moral clarity amid the Gaza humanitarian crisis, underlines his enduring stance on justice, even amid contr...

Using an analogy with Michael Jordan's response to the 'Jordan Rules' defensive strategy, which sought to physically and mentally challenge him, the article ...

In this touching episode, Grandma Dina delves into the declining culture of reverence for elders, contrasting past generations' tangible honor towards parent...

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...

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 ...

Viral images of starving children from Gaza, prominently featured in major media outlets, have been misrepresented according to a Free Press investigation. T...

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...

Joshua Hoffman critiques the Jewish Federation of New York's recent donation to aid displaced Gazans, arguing that resources should prioritize Jewish causes ...

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...

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...

The halachic perspective on intellectual property, particularly regarding music and media downloads, is explored through discussions with Rabbi Yosef Dovid J...

Ms. Rachel, a beloved children's television star, candidly discusses her advocacy for Palestinian children in Gaza amidst significant backlash, emphasizing h...

Natan Slifkin recounts a personal experience of being nearly scammed by a fraudulent charity appeal and explores how certain charitable solicitations may mis...

Eitan Fischberger provides a critical analysis of the United Nations Relief and Works Agency (UNRWA) and its activities in Gaza, highlighting a troubling rel...

Prof. Dan Turner discusses how humane treatment of all individuals, including Palestinians, meshes with fundamental human values and medical ethics. Despite ...

Cindy Scarr addresses the challenging relationship dynamics between a mother and her married daughter who remains highly demanding of parental support. Despi...

Rebbetzin Shira Smiles, Rebbetzin Debbie Greenblatt, and Mrs. Shira Hochheimer explore the concept of chesed (kindness) through the lens of the Biblical wido...

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...

The article discusses the controversial interactions of Orthodox Judaism with Evangelical Christians, focusing on the example of Rabbi Yechiel Eckstein, foun...

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...

Jewish tradition emphasizes a balance of Torah, prayer, and acts of loving-kindness. As the United Synagogue of Conservative Judaism focuses on social justic...

Pope Benedict XVI, in his 2018 article post-retirement, addressed the theological relationship between Christianity and Judaism, reaffirming the Catholic Chu...

The article explores the moral and psychological dynamics central to the 2011 prisoner swap between Israel and the Palestinian militant group, Hamas, where I...

Amidst the ongoing Israeli-Palestinian conflict, many Jews are grappling with a pervasive sense of learned helplessness, a psychological state where repeated...

In a world increasingly dominated by smartphones and social media, some members of the Haredi community, like Chani, have adopted kosher phones to limit thei...

The economic pressures on middle-class Jewish families in America are severe, driven by high costs associated with Jewish living such as day school tuition, ...

The article addresses a personal query from an anti-Zionist volunteer in a chevra kadisha questioning whether their political stance might be inappropriate w...

Natan Slifkin addresses the recent controversy over the euthanasia of 262 crocodiles at a farm in Israel, highlighting the complexities involved in managing ...

The article explores LooksMapping, a website that uses AI to rank how attractive the clientele is at various restaurants, including several notable Jewish es...

Cindy Scarr's article vividly depicts Aliza's lifelong struggle with ineffective pain medication, casting a spotlight on an often-overlooked aspect of medica...

Frumma's story is one of resilience and transformation as she reflects on her journey from being a teenage mother trapped in an abusive relationship to becom...

In the wake of the Gaza humanitarian crisis, Rabbi Liz P.G. Hirsch underscores the dual responsibility of Jews to care for global humanity while also priorit...

Joshua Hoffman explores the sophisticated psychological warfare tactics employed by Hamas and other adversaries to manipulate emotions and destabilize decisi...

Gary Rosenblatt reflects on the modern resonance of the Book of Lamentations amid current events, particularly the Israeli conflict with Hamas. He suggests t...

Mira Fox recounts a personal experience from her junior year in college, when her violin teacher attempted to engage her in a conversation aimed at convertin...