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Progressive Jewish organizations, including Truah and J Street, are advocating for Jews across the U.S. to show solidarity with immigrant communities on Tish...

The article discusses the peculiar nature of Ashkenazi Jewish quarrels, noting that they can be more persistent and bitter than in other cultures, often revo...

The text discusses the experience of loving and losing an addict, portraying the emotional journey of the narrator whose partner struggled with addiction and...

"Sacred Training" is a halakhic guidebook edited by Dr. Jerry Karp and Dr. Matthew Schaikewitz, written by insiders in the medical field to assist Orthodox p...

In "The Sounds of Silence," John Gray, a retired philosophy professor, critiques atheist thinking for resembling monotheism in seeking an intelligible order ...

Herman Wouk, a celebrated but often overlooked Jewish American author, injected Jewish themes into postwar American literature in an innovative yet understat...

The Szyk Haggadah is a renowned illuminated Haggadah created by Polish-Jewish artist Arthur Szyk during World War II. This unique version of the Passover Hag...

The text delves into the moral complexities surrounding the tenth plague in the story of the Exodus from Egypt. It questions the justice of God killing all E...

Dr. Lara Kollab, who was fired by the Cleveland Clinic due to her history of anti-Semitic tweets, had a job offer withdrawn by Kern Medical Center in Califor...

The discussion revolves around the Haftarah of Shabbat Zakhor, focusing on the tension between sacrifice and obedience as exemplified by King Shaul's actions...

In a satirical take, noted cartoonist and humorist Jules Feiffer reflects on former Starbucks CEO Howard Schultz's latest coffee venture. Feiffer's commentar...

Leora Mallach, co-founder of Beantown Jewish Gardens, emphasizes the importance of integrating Jewish tradition with contemporary issues like food justice, h...

The essay explores the concept of justice in rabbinic Judaism in light of the #MeToo movement, which has highlighted issues of sexual harassment and abuse. I...

Yechezkel Nakar, an Orthodox Jewish man, was declared dead based on brain death criteria despite his heart continuing to beat for three weeks after his death...

Amélie Wen Zhao, an immigrant female author with a successful publishing deal for her debut young adult fiction trilogy, faced backlash from YA Twitter befor...

The text discusses the current wave of anti-vaccine hysteria and its impact on various communities, including Orthodox Jews. It highlights key factors contri...

In this episode of Unorthodox, comedian Leah Forster discusses her experiences with being ostracized by the Orthodox Jewish community due to her sexuality, a...

Dr. Hagai Boas, from the Van Leer Jerusalem Institute, addresses the topic of bioethics and biopolitics in Israel in a co-edited volume titled "Bioethics and...

Despite his significant wealth of nearly $324 million, Jared Kushner, President Trump's son-in-law and White House senior adviser, reportedly avoided paying ...

In this episode of Unorthodox, the hosts explore various aspects of apology and repentance, reflecting on their significance during the High Holy Days. They ...

The author recounts their experience leading Rosh Hashanah services for Jewish inmates at Rikers Island, emphasizing the profound impact of connecting with t...

In the Orthodox Jewish community and beyond, egg freezing has become a popular option for women seeking to preserve their fertility due to various circumstan...

The text discusses how religious organizations, including the Jewish community, are grappling with the issue of clergy sexual abuse in the wake of the Pennsy...

Rav Kook, a prominent Jewish thinker, stands out for his use of spiritual diaries alongside traditional genres like commentary and essays. The recent publica...

The Torah emphasizes the concept of atonement for bloodshed, stating that only the blood of the perpetrator can cleanse the land polluted by spilled blood. I...

Professor Ruti Teitel explores how societies grapple with collective trauma, seeking forgiveness and coping with injustice in the aftermath of violence. Her ...

Rabbi Jason Weiner's book, "Jewish Guide to Practical Medical Decision Making," provides a clear and compassionate guide to navigating medical dilemmas in li...

Pnina Sharvit Baruch discusses the rules of engagement for the IDF in responding to the Gaza demonstrations on a show hosted by Eli and Evan. The conversatio...

The term "microaggressions" refers to subtle, often unintentional, discriminatory remarks or actions that can have harmful effects on individuals, particular...

In this episode, former evangelical preacher Bart Campolo discusses his transition to becoming a secular humanist chaplain, sharing insights into maintaining...

The Talmudic text explores the rabbis' views on interactions between Jews and non-Jews, painting a picture of suspicion and potential harm directed towards J...

In light of renewed attention to Dylan Farrow's allegations against Woody Allen and the #MeToo movement, various actors who worked with Allen have expressed ...

The text discusses the complexity of concepts like repentance, free will, virtue ethics, and moral development, focusing on the perspectives of various philo...

Robert Bank, President and CEO of American Jewish World Service, highlights the urgent Jewish responsibility to aid the persecuted Rohingya people, drawing p...

The author issued an apology for a previous article on Harvey Weinstein, acknowledging it was rushed and uninformed, especially in light of further damning r...

Holocaust survivor Eva Mozes Kor, who was experimented on by Dr. Josef Mengele in Auschwitz, shared in a widely viewed video her decision to forgive Mengele ...

The text explores the concept of repentance and moral conflict through a discussion of Aristotle's ideas on akrasia (weakness of the will) and Alasdair MacIn...

The legend of Narcissus, as retold by Ovid, involves a young man overly obsessed with his own beauty, leading to tragic consequences. In contrast, in a Talmu...

An ethics group, Citizens for Responsible Ethics in Washington, is suing the Treasury Department for failing to respond to a Freedom of Information Act reque...

In this episode, the focus is on the importance of allies and supporters in advocating for marginalized communities. Jewish guest Brooke Kroeger discusses ho...

In this episode, author Brooke Kroeger discusses her book 'The Suffragents,' exploring how men supported women's suffrage movements, while Thorsten Wagner, t...

In 1960, a scandal involving Yale University students engaging in inappropriate behavior with a 14-year-old girl named Suzi gained widespread media attention...

Rabbi Zev Farber talks about his books on Jewish law and organ donation, illustrating how Jewish law is evolving to address modern issues. The discussion hig...

The text follows Manny and Larry, two Jewish brothers living together in a one-bedroom apartment with contrasting lifestyles. Manny is observant and studies ...

Dr. Erella Grassiani, an anthropologist, examines moral numbing among Israeli soldiers in the West Bank in her book "Soldiering the Occupation." She explores...

The author recounts his experience hunting a deer with his brother-in-law and reflects on the profound lessons learned during the hunt, including a newfound ...

In Jewish tradition, truth is associated with God's reliability and trustworthiness, while people are considered prone to falsehood. The concept of truth is ...

In this special Yom Kippur-themed episode, the hosts of Unorthodox delve into the intricacies of apologies and atonement as they examine notable public apolo...

The trial of Israeli Defense Forces sergeant Elor Azaria, charged with manslaughter for killing a wounded Palestinian terrorist in Hebron, has sparked divisi...

Rabbi Shlomo Riskin reviews Jonathan Sacks's book, "Not in God's Name," acknowledging its exploration of religious violence but critiquing its treatment of h...