Rationalist Judaism
Charedi Chickens Come Home To Roost
17 Feb
In a critical analysis published by The Jerusalem Post, Natan Slifkin discusses a controversial incident involving female IDF soldiers being harassed by a ha...
17 Feb
Forward
How the Jewish Museum brought Black film history to new audiences
17 Feb
In the midst of tense Black-Jewish relations during the 1970s, the Jewish Museum under Karl Katz's direction, sought to bridge communities by showcasing race...
17 Feb
JTA
Synagogue protest ‘buffer zone’ legislation undergoing revision in NYC as police chief Jessica Tisch says she ‘has concerns’
17 Feb
In New York City, a proposed bill by Council Speaker Julie Menin to restrict protests within 100 feet of houses of worship, including synagogues, is under re...
17 Feb
Mishpacha
Second Sight
17 Feb
Cindy Scarr's tender narrative "Second Sight" explores the complex layers of parent-child relationships through the bond between Miriam and her daughter Devo...
17 Feb
Mishpacha
My Best Shot
17 Feb
Cindy Scarr recounts a tense yet intriguing encounter with a local Russian-speaking woman while performing her duties to maintain an eruv in Cleveland, Ohio....
17 Feb
Chabad.org
Australian Rabbis SHARE LIGHT At Site of BONDI ATTACK
17 Feb
The video covers a poignant moment where Australian rabbis gathered at a significant location in Bondi, the site of a recent attack, to share messages of res...
17 Feb
Emes Ve-Emunah
A Perfect Storm
16 Feb
A recent violent incident in Bnei Brak, where two female IDF soldiers were chased by a mob of Charedi extremists, highlights ongoing tensions between ultra-O...
16 Feb
Chabad.org
The Rebbe Saw Something in Me NOBODY ELSE DID
16 Feb
A distinguished Chassidic personality recounts her lifelong relationship with the Lubavitcher Rebbe, one of the most influential figures in Chabad. From meet...
16 Feb
eJewishPhilanthropy
Sustaining civility in a season of choice
16 Feb
The narrative emphasizes the importance of sustaining unity within the Jewish community as democratic life resumes its usual tensions in Israel and the U.S. ...
16 Feb
eJewishPhilanthropy
How should Jewish organizations respond to the growing criticism of Israel from inside our communities?
16 Feb
As internal criticism of Israel and the concept of Zionism grows within Jewish communities, surveys reveal nuanced stances among American Jews. Recent data f...
16 Feb
JTA
NYC new antisemitism czar says she aims to ‘expand the communal table by pulling up additional chairs’
16 Feb
Phylisa Wisdom, the newly appointed executive director of New York City's Office to Combat Antisemitism, aims to foster inclusivity across the political spec...
16 Feb
Jamie Geller
Why Activism Became Personal for Michelle Ahdoot After October 7 | Jamie In The Rova Ep. 7
16 Feb
Michelle Ahdoot, an Iranian-Jewish activist, shares her deeply personal journey of activism following the October 7 events in a candid conversation with Jami...
16 Feb
Lehrhaus
Letter to the Editor About “An Empty Place at the Jewish Table: Why Are Young Jews Dropping Out?”
16 Feb
Perry Dane responds to Steve Lipman's article on young Jews leaving Orthodox Judaism, highlighting two key omissions. Firstly, Dane points out that Lipman ov...
16 Feb
Forward
Why a forgotten teacher’s grave became a Jewish pilgrimage site
15 Feb
In Rochester, New York, the grave of Rabbi Yechiel Meir Burgeman, a humble Polish-born teacher who passed away in 1938, has unexpectedly become a site of pil...
15 Feb
Rationalist Judaism
This Rabbi Politician is Lying
15 Feb
Natan Slifkin critiques Rabbi Yitzchak Pindrus's article in Mishpacha magazine for distorting the reality of the charedi community's role in Israeli society....
15 Feb
The Beinart Notebook
Upside-Down Love
15 Feb
Peter Beinart's "Upside-Down Love" delves into the challenges and transformations within modern Jewish relationships. The author explores how traditional Jew...
15 Feb
Forward
Muslim and Sephardic Jewish college students are connecting over shared heritage
15 Feb
At universities in the U.S., Sephardic Jewish and Muslim students are discovering shared cultural heritage as a bridge across divides heightened by recent te...
15 Feb
Future of Jewish
'Hitler was right' is trending again — and it's not 1939.
14 Feb
Ido Singer, a Holocaust survivor's child, reflects on the alarming resurgence of antisemitic rhetoric, mirroring the past but occurring in modern-day context...
14 Feb
The Cholent
This Week in Jewish News
13 Feb
The weekly Jewish newsletter recounts several positive developments and some controversies within the Seattle Jewish community. Highlighted events include a ...
13 Feb
JTA
The crime epidemic in Palestinian communities like mine is a crisis for Jews who care about Israel, too
13 Feb
In this powerful piece, Fida Nara Tabony sheds light on the alarming rise in crime rates in Palestinian communities within Israel, such as her hometown of Na...
13 Feb
JTA
Israel’s bobsled team is chasing more than medals in its first Olympic outing in Milan
13 Feb
Adam AJ Edelman, captain of Israel's bobsled team and the first Orthodox Jewish athlete in the Winter Olympics, is set to compete in the 2026 Milan Games. Th...
13 Feb
The Beinart Notebook
Speaking Across Divides
13 Feb
Peter Beinart explores the challenges and potential of dialogue across conflicting perspectives, particularly in the realm of Jewish communities and politica...
13 Feb
Forward
Is there life after Lubavitch?
13 Feb
Schneur Zalman Newfield's memoir, "Brooklyn Odyssey," explores his personal journey from the Lubavitch Hasidic community to secular life. As a sociology prof...
13 Feb
JTA
Debate over the Blue Square Super Bowl ad is fading. The racist responses from my fellow Jews will be felt longer.
13 Feb
Carly Pildis reflects on the backlash within the Jewish community against a Blue Square Alliance Super Bowl ad intended to highlight antisemitism through a m...
13 Feb
eJewishPhilanthropy
Where the sparks still fly: The future of Jewish supplementary education
13 Feb
Rabbi Joshua Rabin explores the innovative model of the Jewish Kids Groups (JKG) and their Jewish Afterschool Accelerator (JASA) program in Atlanta, emphasiz...
13 Feb
Forward
ADL retracts Tumbler Ridge shooting antisemitism claim
13 Feb
Following a tragic mass shooting in Tumbler Ridge, British Columbia, the ADL initially linked the alleged shooter, Jesse Van Rootselaar, to an antisemitic so...
13 Feb
Kveller
Late ‘Dawson’s Creek’ Star James Van Der Beek Got Married in Israel
12 Feb
James Van Der Beek, renowned for his role in Dawson's Creek, got married in Tel Aviv to Kimberly Brook in 2010, blending his newfound interest in Kabbalah wi...
12 Feb
eJewishPhilanthropy
There for each other, now more than ever
12 Feb
October 7, 2023, marked a day of significant pain and the beginning of a challenging period for Israel, notably exacerbated by rising antisemitism. In this a...
12 Feb
Sam Aronow
The Battle of Cable Street (1936)
12 Feb
The Battle of Cable Street, which occurred in 1936, was a significant moment in British Jewish history and a pivotal event in the fight against fascism. This...
12 Feb
JTA
We backed Birthright. Now it’s time for more big ideas for a post-Oct. 7 world.
12 Feb
In light of the evolving challenges facing global Jewry, particularly post-October 7, the authors advocate for a renewed approach to Jewish Peoplehood that e...
12 Feb
18forty
The Four Pillars That Actually Shape Jewish High School
12 Feb
Hillel Rapp examines the core values shaping Jewish high school education, emphasizing four pillars: mental wellness, social connection, inspiration, and aca...
12 Feb
Future of Jewish
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11 Feb
Future of Jewish, led by Joshua Hoffman, aims to provide free, insightful content on Judaism, Israel, and Jewish global matters, eschewing paywalls and adver...
11 Feb
JTA
Unredacted Epstein files and planned deposition thrust Jewish philanthropist Leslie Wexner back into spotlight
11 Feb
Leslie Wexner, Ohio billionaire and influential Jewish philanthropist, is again under scrutiny due to his ties with Jeffrey Epstein, following the release of...
11 Feb
Forward
Most American Jews aren’t ‘Zionist’ — so what are they?
11 Feb
The persistent notion that nearly all American Jews are Zionists was recently challenged by data showing only 37% identify with the term, despite a strong be...
11 Feb
Chabad.org
She Lost her Father But Not Her Mission
11 Feb
The video highlights the story of a Jewish woman who, after losing her father, finds strength and dedication to continue fulfilling his mission through her o...
11 Feb
Chabad.org
How She discovered Judaism In BUDAPEST
11 Feb
In the heart of Budapest, a woman embarks on a transformative journey toward Judaism, discovering the depth and beauty of Jewish tradition and faith. Guided ...
11 Feb
JTA
American synagogues are being forced into a terrible choice: Collaborate with ICE or risk our own safety
11 Feb
With increasing ICE operations in cities like Minneapolis, American synagogues face a critical issue: whether to accept security funding from the Department ...
11 Feb
MomentMag
The Forgotten Story of the Jews of Yemen with Naomi Kehati Bronner and Sarah Breger
11 Feb
This discussion, featuring Dr. Naomi Kehati Bronner and Moment Editor Sarah Breger, explores the history and challenges faced by Yemeni Jews during their mig...
11 Feb
Jewish Insider
Team Israel’s World Baseball Classic team unveils its 2026 roster
11 Feb
Team Israel's roster for the 2026 World Baseball Classic has been announced, showcasing a blend of major leaguers, minor league players, and Israeli talent. ...
11 Feb
The Free Press
Can Jews Gather Without Harassment in Today’s New York?
10 Feb
Recent events at New York's 92nd Street Y, a long-standing Jewish cultural institution, have highlighted the growing issue of harassment faced by Jewish gath...
10 Feb
Mishpacha
The Moment: Issue 1099
10 Feb
This edition of Mishpacha Magazine shares several inspirational stories highlighting the enduring impact of acts of kindness, Torah study, and leadership wit...
10 Feb
Mishpacha
My Personal Rebbe, My Personal Tzaddik
10 Feb
Cindy Scarr shares a heartfelt tribute to Rav Yissachar Dov Biderman of Lelov, a revered tzaddik known for his deep personal connections and spiritual guidan...
10 Feb
JTA
Left-wing Jewish groups say they oppose NYC legislation that would limit protests outside synagogues
10 Feb
A coalition of left-wing Jewish groups, including Jewish Voice for Peace and Jews for Economic and Racial Justice, has opposed a proposed New York City Counc...
10 Feb
JTA
Citing anti-Israel backlash, NYC’s only Ethiopian-Israeli eatery ends regular dine-in hours
10 Feb
Tsion Cafe, a unique Ethiopian-Israeli eatery in Harlem, has transitioned from regular dining to a reservation-only cultural venue after facing anti-Israel b...
10 Feb
eJewishPhilanthropy
It’s time for nonprofit organizations to rethink their funding strategy
10 Feb
The financial viability of Israeli nonprofits is under significant threat, with 70% facing hardship and a reduction in government and philanthropic support. ...
10 Feb
JTA
1 in 3 American Jews were targeted by an antisemitic incident last year, AJC survey finds
10 Feb
A recent American Jewish Committee (AJC) survey revealed that one-third of American Jews experienced antisemitic incidents in 2025, indicating a steady level...
10 Feb
Rationalist Judaism
Religious Zionism Under Attack
10 Feb
Religious Zionism in Israel is facing harsh criticism from within its community and from purported allies due to its opposition to charedi draft exemptions. ...
10 Feb
The Free Press
James Fishback: The Right-Wing Troll Who Would Be Governor
10 Feb
James Fishback, a controversial candidate for governor of Florida, claims his home was targeted in a suspected arson attack during a meeting with his staff. ...
10 Feb
Jewish Insider
‘Bringing voice to the voiceless’: Former hostages Aviva and Keith Siegel heal through helping others
10 Feb
Aviva and Keith Siegel, former hostages held in Gaza, have transformed their traumatic experiences into a commitment to humanitarian aid, most recently volun...
10 Feb
eJewishPhilanthropy
American Jews need both security and identity
9 Feb
New York Times columnist Bret Stephens recently sparked discussion by suggesting that American Jews should pivot from focusing primarily on antisemitism to s...
9 Feb