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Rabbi Judah Mischel stresses the significance of embracing Jewish identity and pride in the wake of recent global upheavals. He calls on the Orthodox communi...

Rabbi Efraim Mintz calls upon the Orthodox community to seize the current moment, where many American Jews are reconnecting with their heritage, by embracing...

The symposium explores different perspectives on Jewish outreach, emphasizing the importance of fostering Jewish identity and pride, even if it doesn't immed...

In a thought-provoking symposium, Rivkah Slonim and Rabbi Efraim Mintz discuss new strategies for strengthening Jewish identity among American Orthodox Jews,...

The article explores the growth and experience of the Altneu Synagogue, a new community on Manhattan's Upper East Side, particularly in response to the event...

Kesher Yehudi is a social movement in Israel dedicated to uniting religious and secular Jews through the pairing of study partners, known as chavrutot. The o...

In the aftermath of the October 7 terror attacks, American Israelis experienced a profound upheaval, prompting a significant shift in their engagement with J...

The Consortium of Jewish Day Schools (CoJDS) has launched a new initiative called "Coming Home" to promote Jewish education by increasing enrollment in Jewis...

TJJ for Moms and Dads, an initiative created by NCSY, allows parents of teens who have participated in The Anne Samson Jerusalem Journey to experience Israel...

Project Inspire is a volunteer-driven initiative that facilitates joyful and experiential Jewish events for individuals from diverse backgrounds, without exp...

In the wake of the Six-Day War, Rabbi Shlomo Wolbe witnessed and encouraged a religious awakening among secular Israelis, inspired by the miraculous events o...

Rabbi Dovid Bashevkin interviews Rabbi Yitzchak Breitowitz about the post-October 7 Jewish identity awakening in the American and Israeli Jewish communities,...

In a conversation moderated by Rabbi Phil Karesh, Rabbi Shmuel Fuerst and Rabbi Micah Greenland discuss the halachic obligation for engagement in Jewish outr...

Rabbi Ezra Sarna reflects on the quiet dedication of unsung heroes who contribute humbly and significantly to Jewish communities. Through various anecdotes d...

Rabbi Reuven Bulka, remembered as 'Canada's Rabbi,' exemplified the impact a dedicated community leader can have. Serving for over fifty years as the senior ...

Jeff Korbman recounts his journey from a hobby woodworker to a craftsman with a meaningful purpose, merging his Jewish identity with woodworking. Starting wi...

This collection of letters in JA Mag addresses various facets of Jewish life and challenges. A moving tribute is shared for Sgt. David Mittelman, a lone sold...

Rabbi Moshe Hauer discusses the phenomenon of Jewish disassociation in a post-October 7 world where two types of threats against Jews are prevalent: physical...

Peter Wertheim, co-CEO of the Executive Council of Australian Jewry, discusses the recent rise in antisemitism in Australia following heightened tensions rel...

Yaniv Bazini, an Israeli college soccer star at the University of Vermont (UVM), has become a pivotal player, scoring 14 goals this season and leading his te...

In 2024, the Jewish world was characterized by significant geopolitical shifts, rising antisemitism, and a renewed sense of solidarity between Israel and the...

In an interview with three anonymous Charedi rabbis from prestigious backgrounds, the intricate dynamics within the Israeli Charedi community are explored, r...

In an intriguing podcast episode, a Hasidic woman shares her personal insights into the life and influence of the Rebbe, the revered leader of the Chabad-Lub...

Simon Marks Primary in Stoke Newington has distinguished itself by achieving a remarkable milestone: all of its Year 6 students reached the national benchmar...

The closing of Absolute Bagels has deeply affected the Upper West Side and Morningside Heights communities. This cherished, family-run bagel shop was known f...

The American Jewish Committee and U.S. bishops have collaborated to publish a glossary aimed at educating Catholics about antisemitism, amidst a backdrop of ...

Sara Funaro has made history by becoming the first woman and first Jew to serve as mayor of Florence, Italy. Despite facing antisemitic online attacks and pr...

Side by Side School in Stoke Newington, North London, has transformed from temporary portacabins to a state-of-the-art 13 million pound facility, aimed at pr...

Andrew Keene, upon moving to Israel, founded ESEK to support Israeli small businesses amidst the economic challenges following the Oct. 7 crisis. This initia...

Zach Witkoff, son of Trump's Middle East envoy Steve Witkoff, has named his newborn son Don James, as a tribute to Donald Trump. This decision underscores th...

The article critiques the Charedi community's approach to technology, particularly its reliance on bans to tackle the negative impacts of technology such as ...

This article delves into a rare interview with three anonymous charedi rabbis, providing insight into the tensions within Haredi society and its opposition t...

In this episode, the focus is on the transformative mindset shared by women in the Chassidic community, particularly in the realm of business. The discussion...

Karol Markowicz critiques the American Jewish community's political leanings amidst recent challenges faced by Jewish people globally. Reflecting on her expe...

The closure of Absolute Bagels, a renowned non-kosher bagel shop on the Upper West Side, has left Jewish New Yorkers mourning a beloved neighborhood institut...

In response to the shifting dynamics following the October 7, 2023 attacks by Hamas on Israel, Jewish student groups in New York City high schools are refocu...

Joel Snyder, a teacher of American Government in Los Angeles, discusses the significance of birthright citizenship in the context of President-elect Donald T...

Joel Snyder, a public school teacher in Los Angeles, draws parallels between his Ashkenazi immigrant ancestry and his current students, many of whom are chil...

The closure of Absolute Bagels, a beloved institution on NYC's Upper West Side, has sparked both outrage and reflection among locals. Known for its sublime b...

In northern Israel, residents remain wary despite a ceasefire with Hezbollah, fearing potential escalations similar to the unexpected invasions in the south ...

Natan Slifkin critiques Rabbi Uri Deutsch's comments from a recent Agudah convention, where Deutsch suggested that American Torah Jews shouldn't feel too ups...

Cafe Otef, an Israeli coffee shop chain launched by survivors of the Oct. 7, 2023 massacre, is expanding to new cities across Israel. Founded by Tamir Barelk...

The collapse of Bashar al-Assad's regime in Syria has brought to light the precarious state of the country's Jewish heritage sites, which have suffered negle...

In Southlake, Texas, Gateway Christian Church's October Shabbat gathering exemplifies a broader trend among evangelical Christians adopting Jewish practices....

In the wake of the October 7 conflict, a remarkable increase in Jewish activism has emerged, with a significant portion of previously disengaged American Jew...

The Jewish Dating Game, a live event held at Caveat on New York's Lower East Side, seeks to help Jewish singles find their soulmates by emphasizing personali...

Ruby Harris reflects on the alarming rise of antisemitic incidents in Melbourne, Australia, following a recent arson attack on the Adass Israel Synagogue. Th...

Rabbi Steven Gotlib raises concerns about pluralism in the Jewish community, particularly how the Orthodox cannot engage with heterodox movements as equals. ...

Middle East expert Ksenia Svetlova discusses the status of women's rights across the region, noting its importance as a measure of broader social freedom and...

Jewish summer camps are significantly impacting teenagers' Jewish identities, encouraging them to pursue further Jewish educational experiences, often abroad...