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The text discusses various topics from Family First Inbox Issue 885. It includes a letter about the struggles of healing from abuse, the importance of findin...

Rabbi Shmuly Yanklowitz argues that Jewish organizations should prioritize child welfare based on the Hebrew Bible's numerous calls to protect vulnerable chi...

Donniel Hartman and Yossi Klein Halevi delve into the food crisis in Gaza and explore Israel's moral responsibility to the civilian population there, amid on...

Flaco, the Eurasian eagle owl who captured the public's attention after escaping the Central Park Zoo, recently passed away, prompting an outpouring of emoti...

The article discusses a scenario where a woman, Shani, reacts strongly when feeling disrespected after receiving a generous gift. Various readers share their...

The Jewish Fertility Foundation is assisting clients from Alabama in obtaining in-vitro fertilization (IVF) treatments out of state after a recent ruling by ...

The article discusses the misconception in nonprofit leadership, particularly within the Jewish community, that self-sacrifice to the point of compromising w...

Spertus Institute, a Chicago-based Jewish institution, is hosting a free online event titled "Critical Conversations: Artificial Intelligence, Jewish Ethics,...

Rabbi Marc Katz reflects on the recent events in Gaza where over 100 Palestinians were killed trying to obtain food from an aid convoy. He emphasizes the nee...

The article discusses the contrasting reactions to two recent acts of suicide: a 16-year-old girl's tragic death by stepping in front of a train in Palo Alto...

Alon Goshen-Gottstein, a prominent figure in inter-religious dialogue, delves into the case of Art Green's recent sexual misconduct allegations, highlighting...

Donniel Hartman and Yossi Klein Halevi tackle Israel's complex decision-making regarding potential military actions in Rafah, considering humanitarian impact...

A Baltimore rabbi was found liable for sexually abusing two children at a Jewish summer camp in a multiyear case. Rabbi Shmuel Krawatsky, who sued the victim...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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 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...

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...

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 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 ...