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The article discusses a couple's decision to let go of their frozen embryos due to fears of losing reproductive rights amidst legal changes affecting abortio...

Rabbi Donniel Hartman discusses the moral complexities Israel faces in times of conflict, emphasizing the dangers of embracing unwavering belief in its own m...

The recent Alabama Supreme Court ruling equating embryos with children has caused concern among American Jews relying on IVF, fearing loss of control over fr...

Donniel Hartman and Yossi Klein Halevi discuss how the global perception of Israel's actions in Gaza is shifting from viewing Israel as a victim of the Octob...

Donniel Hartman and Yossi Klein Halevi discuss how the narrative of Israel as a victim following the October 7th attacks is losing its weight globally, and t...

Michael Berenbaum, a longtime friend of Rabbi Arthur Green, critiques an article by Laura E. Adkins questioning the public reckoning of Green's alleged sexua...

The episode discusses the calls for new elections in Israel by various groups and examines the implications of mandatory military service, especially for ult...

In this text, the author discusses the daunting task of combating anti-Semitism. They begin by acknowledging that there will always be people or groups who h...

The text explores the human tendency to care about other people's opinions and the impact it can have on our lives. While seeking feedback and considering ot...

The ex-mother-in-law of the woman who opened fire in a Texas megachurch has stated that the shooting had nothing to do with Judaism. The shooter, Genesse Mor...

Leah Finkelstein, an Orthodox Jewish woman of color, shares her experiences and challenges in the Jewish community, highlighting racism faced by Jews of colo...

The author criticizes left-leaning media and political figures for their moral standards and accuses them of defining deviant behavior down. They argue that ...

The author reflects on the concept of helping others and its potential harm. They reference a situation in the Torah where it is a mitzvah to help someone st...

Rabbi Zelig Golden discusses Wilderness Torah's earth-based Judaism, emphasizing personal and communal healing through reconnecting with nature. He explores ...

This article criticizes the notion of a "moral war" in the context of Israel's military actions in Gaza. The author argues that Israel's previous actions, su...

Donniel Hartman and Yossi Klein Halevi confront the excruciating moral and strategic dilemma Israel faces between self-defense and the imperative of redeemin...

Living with a spouse who has a personality disorder (PD) can be incredibly challenging. Some signs of a PD include difficulty communicating, feeling lied to ...

The text discusses US President Joe Biden's recent executive order imposing sanctions on Israeli settlers, warning of more to come, in response to alleged at...

The Hebrew College community is grappling with the aftermath of the revelations of sexual misconduct by Rabbi Arthur Green, the ousted founder of its rabbini...

The episode dives into the chilling case of Malka Leifer, a former headmistress accused of sexually abusing students, and the tenacious work of Shana Aaronso...

Rabbi Louis J. Sachs and Dr. Karen Devon discuss the ethical, religious, and personal considerations surrounding Canada's Medical Assistance in Dying (MAiD) ...

Rabbi Louis J. Sachs and Dr. Karen Devon discuss their nuanced support for medical assistance in dying (MAiD) within the Jewish community, considering the co...

In this open letter, Rabbi Oury Cherki explores Judaism's view of Islam and calls for constructive dialogue between the two religions. He highlights the comm...

Shlomo Brody discusses the complex history and application of Jewish military ethics throughout history and its relevance to the Israel-Hamas conflict. The c...

Mariano Janin, the father of Mia Janin, a 14-year-old JFS student who tragically died by suicide, urges the Jewish community to reflect on her death and take...

The article highlights the problem of institutional rot within the United Nations (UN), focusing on the recent firing of UN Relief and Works Agency (UNRWA) e...

Rabbi Art Green, the founding dean of Hebrew College's rabbinical school, has been forced into retirement and barred from campus due to inappropriate behavio...

The author reflects on his initial support for Israel's war in Gaza and grapples with the tough questions raised by critics. He cites the late Israeli author...

Donniel Hartman and Yossi Klein Halevi discuss the International Court of Justice's recent ruling concerning the humanitarian situation in Gaza, examining it...

Donniel Hartman and Yossi Klein Halevi discuss the complex implications of the International Court of Justice's ruling that orders Israel to improve humanita...

The United States has temporarily halted payments to the United Nations Relief and Works Agency (UNRWA) due to allegations that 12 of its employees participa...

Rabbi Yonatan Neril discusses the necessity of integrating spirituality into our approach to the climate crisis, advocating for a deep connection with the na...

Rabbi Yonatan Neril highlights the need for a spiritual transformation to address the climate crisis by integrating Jewish teachings with ecological awarenes...

Rabbi Yonatan Neril discusses the spiritual dimensions of the climate crisis, emphasizing that reconnecting with spirituality through Jewish teachings can of...

Rabbi Yonatan Neril discusses the critical need for spiritual solutions to address the climate crisis, arguing that a cultural shift towards spiritual awaren...

In this issue of Family First, different readers write in to share their thoughts and ask questions on various topics. One reader discusses the benefits of u...

In this piece, the author reflects on the power of faces in the context of war and conflict, particularly in Israel. They describe the ritual of looking at t...

The author reflects on the importance of believing and supporting survivors of sexual violence. They acknowledge the difficulty of confronting the truth that...

As the Israel-Hamas war reaches its 100th day, Yonit and Jonathan discuss the complex landscape, including South Africa's accusation of genocide against Isra...

As Israel's war with Hamas reaches its 100-day mark, the country faces significant legal and public relations challenges, including a genocide accusation bro...

As Israel-Hamas tensions reach the 100-day mark, Yonit and Jonathan delve into the multisided conflicts facing Israel, including the legal battle in the Inte...

Los Angeles Times executive editor Kevin Merida has announced his resignation, and it is suspected that a disagreement over Israel coverage may have played a...

In this Shiur, Rabbi Elyada Goldvicht discusses various halachic issues related to using Amazon on Shabbat. He addresses questions such as whether it is perm...

As the US political market is expected to spend up to $17 billion on advertising in the 2024 elections, concerns arise about the use of deepfake technology t...

The text discusses the concept of revisionist journalism in the context of asymmetrical warfare, focusing on the recent shift towards a new tolerance for col...

The text discusses an incident of alleged plagiarism involving a DEI (Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion) hire at Harvard University. The author questions the ...

An Orthodox Jewish school in Houston, Texas, has reported credible allegations of inappropriate behavior against its former head of school, Rabbi Ari Segal. ...

In this article, Aryeh Klapper revisits Rav Shaul Yisraeli's analysis of civilian casualties in the context of halakhah (Jewish law) and ethics. Klapper high...

The author reflects on the experience of grieving the loss of her husband. She initially underestimated the impact of losing a spouse and compares it to the ...

Donniel Hartman and Yossi Klein Halevi share their profound sadness over the IDF mistakenly shooting and killing three Israeli hostages in Gaza who were wavi...