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Rabbi Michael Melchior reflects on the moral choices depicted in the Jewish narrative of Moshe's interaction with Yitro, using these archetypes to draw paral...

In this podcast episode, the speaker shares a personal story about meeting his wife, intertwining elements of Jewish culture and values with personal anecdot...

Jewish communal spaces, like synagogues and mikvahs, are increasingly making strides towards accessibility for everyone, including individuals with disabilit...

Yael Davidowitz offers guidance on how to thoughtfully approach conversations about cremation with loved ones, emphasizing the importance of Jewish burial. T...

Efraim Jaffe reflects on approaching his seventieth birthday, comparing it to biblical milestones and his earlier expectations of aging. Throughout life, Jaf...

Yaakov Schy shares his journey of self-discovery while living among various tribes in rural Asia, where he realized the absence of a tribal identity within h...

Rabbi Elimelech Friedman delves into the complexities of marital relationships within Jewish and Chassidic communities, offering insights he has garnered fro...

Lisa Fliegel, a trauma therapist who dedicated her life to tikun olam, was laid to rest this past week. Known for her immense compassion, she provided trauma...

The article delves into the biblical sotah ritual described in Numbers 5:11-31, examining its implications regarding abortion and the status of a fetus withi...

Parshat Naso introduces the controversial Sotah ritual, where a husband, overcome by jealousy, can subject his wife to a test by ingesting bitter waters to d...

Jewish communities excel in emergency response, but they are currently ill-equipped to address the chronic issue of household debt affecting many Jewish fami...

The video addresses a pressing issue within Orthodox Jewish families, where many are facing significant economic challenges such as unemployment due to layof...

Natan Slifkin reflects on a tragic traffic accident he witnessed on Yom Yerushalayim, attributing the high casualty rate to the failure of passengers to buck...

In a compelling story of hope and resilience, Nikki shares how a pivotal encounter with a rabbi transformed her life at a critical juncture. Struggling and o...

Amid rising tensions between Israeli settlers and Palestinians, Ken Silverman critiques the superficial condemnation of settler violence by Israeli and Ameri...

Rabbi Yonah Lavery-Yisraeli revisits a pivotal teshuvah (responsum) by Rav Moshe Feinstein to the Bobover Rebbe, R. Shlomo Halberstam, about financial respon...

Adam Fox, an influential figure in Jewish campus life in Arizona and Colorado, shares his compelling journey with a rare intestinal condition known as volvul...

In a harrowing account, Meg Keene's essay examines the brutal atrocities committed by Hamas against Jewish and Israeli citizens during the October 7, 2023, a...

In response to the tragic shooting at the Islamic Center of San Diego, the faculty of the American Jewish University/Ziegler School of Rabbinic Studies expre...

Yaakov Asher Sinclair shares his unexpected journey from a routine medical check-up to a significant spiritual experience following a health scare. What seem...

The article explores the growing care crisis in Jewish communities across North America, fueled by demographic and economic challenges. The increasing need f...

Peter Beinart delves into the controversial op-ed by Nicholas Kristof in The New York Times, which discusses the reported cases of rape and human rights abus...

Dr. Cochav Elkayam-Levy explores the challenging journey of documenting the sexual violence perpetrated during the October 7, 2023 attack on Israel. Despite ...

Rabbi Josh Weinberg discusses the false dichotomy of having to choose between supporting Israel and maintaining moral clarity. He critiques the binary view t...

Debates surrounding the intersection of religious rights and civil obligations take center stage in discussions about government funding for religious school...

Rabbi Shalom Paltiel shares insights on the Torah portion Bamidbar, exploring the concept of choosing one's neighbors wisely. He explains how being near righ...

Emily Tamkin addresses the heated backlash over Nicholas Kristof's New York Times op-ed alleging widespread sexual violence by Israeli forces against Palesti...

A rabbi who has overcome the significant personal challenge of living without feet shares his inspiring journey. His story is one of resilience, faith, and t...

Haviv Rettig Gur critiques Nicholas Kristof's New York Times op-ed, which details alleged abuses in Israeli prisons based on Palestinian detainee testimonies...

A complex insider trading network, utilizing Jewish code words, has been unveiled by federal authorities, implicating several individuals including corporate...

Natan Slifkin explores the theme of evaluating claims in his article, with a mix of anecdotes and serious discussion. Initially, he shares a lighthearted fam...

Rabbi Eliezer Gewertzman addresses the financial pressures faced by many individuals in maintaining appearances, particularly in buying homes and managing ex...

The federal case against the Southern Poverty Law Center (SPLC) is being closely watched due to its potential implications for other advocacy organizations, ...

Natan Slifkin reflects on the dangers of tribalism and the tendency to view issues through a binary lens of pro- and anti-Torah, or friend versus enemy, thro...

Rabbi Elliot Cosgrove reflects on the complex ethics surrounding protests against Israel, particularly in light of recent incidents in the U.S. He proposes t...

Frederick Kaufman's piece explores the hidden world of Manhattan's 47th Street gold trade, an area renowned for its unofficial dealings in precious metals. B...

Michal Horowitz shares her personal journey of living with severe-to-profound bilateral sensorineural hearing loss, unveiling her silent struggle with a hidd...

Rebecca Dinar argues that Jewish philanthropy needs to shift its investment focus upstream, funding the development of intellectual frameworks that guide leg...

Natan Slifkin reflects on Sir David Attenborough's unique century-long contribution to wildlife conservation and education, drawing parallels between the bro...

Julie Tichon, a former guidance counselor at YULA Boys High School in Los Angeles, will avoid jail after pleading no contest to charges of sexual abuse invol...

In this poignant and deeply personal narrative, a grandmother recounts the profound experience of preparing her stillborn grandchild for burial. The story is...

The article discusses the heightened focus on Jewish mental health following the events of October 7, 2023, emphasizing the need for expanded mental health i...

Rabbi Daniel Greyber expresses his nuanced perspective on supporting humanitarian efforts in Gaza without compromising his Zionist principles. He acknowledge...

Tikkun olam, often understood as "repairing the world," has been co-opted by modern liberal Judaism as a broad slogan for various social causes. Matthew Fein...

The video chronicles a poignant and harrowing story of a woman whose father was tragically murdered by terrorists. It explores the emotional and spiritual im...

Rivka Bennun Kay's article explores the deeply challenging themes within the Torah portions of Behar and Bechukotai, focusing on the concept of shemittah, or...

In this episode, a person's life is unexpectedly transformed by the words of a friend, illustrating the profound impact of verbal affirmation and support in ...

Natan Slifkin provides a critical analysis of Lag B'Omer, questioning the historical and spiritual foundations of the holiday's modern-day celebrations. He d...

Elissa Felder's heartbreaking loss of her child left her seeking solace in the sacred traditions of Jewish burial practices. Her narrative takes an extraordi...

A recent incident in Jerusalem, where a religious Jewish man assaulted a French nun, highlights the troubling phenomenon of some Jews harboring hatred toward...