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Wilhelm von Humboldt, a Prussian philosopher of education, envisioned the modern university as a bastion of free thought and critical reasoning, insulated fr...

Saul Bellow's 1970 novel, "Mr. Sammler's Planet," is examined by Bellow's son, a publisher rather than a critic, who brings personal insights into the contex...

The article explores the transformative "sympathetic method" as reflected in the story of Rabbi Shimon Bar Yochai, who, after emerging from years of hiding, ...

The article emphasizes Judaism's historical embrace of diverse perspectives, as demonstrated by the Talmud and the ethos of Hillel's students, and contrasts ...

After years of advocating for intellectual diversity and dialogue, the author finds themselves re-evaluating their stance in light of political shifts and ev...

The piece delves into the persistent debate between Zionists and anti-Zionists, questioning whether these disagreements fall under the category of arguments ...

In this podcast clip from the "Ordinary People Extraordinary Stories" series, a rabbi shares a unique perspective on the purpose of life, emphasizing a disti...

Rabbi from London discusses the concept of reality through the lens of Chassidic teachings, particularly those of the Lubavitcher Rebbe, addressing what he v...

In her reflection on Parshas Vayikra, Cindy Scarr explores the concept of a personal calling, drawing parallels between Moshe's divine mission and the unique...

Maxyne Finkelstein discusses the growing trend of pessimistic messaging, or "vice signaling," which undermines confidence and fosters negativity. She argues ...

Shmuel Chaim Naiman's exploration of the connection between the People and the Land of Israel underscores how integral this relationship is to Jewish identit...

Seba Abudaqa, a Palestinian from Gaza, and Tom Kellner, an Israeli from Berlin, co-founded Clean Shelter, a grassroots nonprofit organization providing vital...

This exploration of Jewish ethics is anchored in the thoughts of Abraham Joshua Heschel, particularly his ideas about the biblical prophets and divine pathos...

Professor Yitzhak Benbaji employs Michael Walzer's "dirty hands" doctrine to scrutinize the moral complexities faced by Israel's leadership in negotiating a ...

Liora Eilon, a survivor of the October 7 attack on Kfar Aza, explores the transformative power of communal empathy in her midrash published in the forthcomin...

Julia Watts Belser, a rabbi and activist, reflects on climate grief and the feelings of hope and despair in the face of global climate change. Drawing parall...

Jill Hammer explores the biblical story of Jonah through a poetic lens, reflecting on the existential challenges of living in a modern, complex world. The po...

Daniel Cotzin Burg, Senior Rabbi of Beth Am Synagogue in Baltimore, critiques the contemporary Jewish focus on 'tikkun olam'—often understood as a call for s...

Rabbi Menachem Froman was a complex and influential figure within Israeli society, using the mystical framework of the Zohar to bridge divides between religi...

The historian H. Abramson explores the existential question of why we exist through the lens of Jewish historical experience. He delves into how Jewish histo...

Aryeh Bernstein explores how the Israelites' turn to idolatry, illustrated by the golden calf incident, reveals fundamental issues about human identity and c...

Author Anthony Julius explores the complex character of Abraham, emphasizing the patriarch's dual identity as both a skeptic and a believer, which reflects o...

Rabbi Mark Gottlieb and Professor Anna Moreland explore the themes of forgiveness, repentance, and reconciliation across Judaism and Christianity, particular...

The article presents a metaphorically vivid and provocative narrative of lemon squeezing, likening it to a form of conquest and destruction with historical e...

Joshua Friedlander's reflective piece "Six Levels of Mikvaot" explores the metaphysical and ritualistic significance of water in Jewish tradition, particular...

Joelle Novey's poem "The Whole Entire World: A Poem" reflects on the familiar Jewish teaching from Rabbi Nachman of Breslov—that "the whole world is a very n...

Dov and Chevy believed their marriage was stable until underlying tensions surfaced, prompting them to seek counseling. Dr. Meir Wikler offered them insightf...

This episode delves into Rambam's foundational essay on reward and punishment, detailing various views on the afterlife and highlighting the confusion surrou...

Benjamin Miller's article delves into the spiritual significance of the six remembrances found in many Jewish prayer books. These remembrances, ordered not c...

Gabor Mat, a Holocaust survivor and prominent critic of Israel, has gained a significant following by focusing on trauma as the central cause of human suffer...

Ronna Burger provides a philosopher's lens to the Book of Esther, interpreting it through themes of chance, providence, and prudence, especially in the conte...

Rabbi Arnie Wittenstein delves into the principles of prophecy and their relation to writing in the Tanach, examining how prophetic requirements inform our u...

Tzvi Sinensky explores the complex ethical framework in Megillat Esther, focusing on the tension between self-defense and retribution as enacted by the Jews ...

In an exploration of how Judaism can inform a return to traditional Western values, Daniel Saunders argues for the influence of Jewish ethics and community s...

Cindy Scarr's article in Mishpacha Magazine explores the deeper spiritual message of Purim amidst current global challenges faced by Jewish communities. This...

Yaakov Wolbe discusses the Sefer HaChinuch, examining the foundations of Jewish faith, including the concepts of the World to Come, the role of suffering, an...

Andrew Rashkow reflects on the aftermath of the penultimate plague in Egypt, noting that only one-fifth of the enslaved Jews were able to leave during the Ex...

Jack Greenberg's $15 million legacy gift to Jewish day schools showcases a blueprint for effective philanthropic strategy in education. Greenberg, a fervent ...

Rabbi Daniel Cohen discusses the Jewish custom of burying the deceased in simple pine coffins, emphasizing the belief that all people are equal in death rega...

Michael David Lukas explores the moral complexities of the Purim story in light of recent Israeli military actions in Gaza. He suggests that the often-overlo...

Rabbi YY Jacobson delves into the underlying sources of evil in the world, urging listeners to comprehend these sources to effectively counteract them. He hi...

Devori Nussbaum explores the intricate relationship between the mind and body, highlighting lesser-known aspects of their interconnectivity. Her discussion d...

Devori Nussbaum delves into an intriguing connection between mental health and the teachings of the Alter Rebbe, the founder of Chabad Hasidism. By examining...

Judaism's longstanding tradition of valuing diverse perspectives, as exemplified in the Talmud and the teachings of Hillel, contrasts sharply with today's of...

Exploring the narrative of Rabbi Shimon Bar Yochai as a metaphor, the text examines the contrast between judgmental and sympathetic approaches to understandi...

In this insightful exploration of the Rambam's perspective on happiness, the lecture delves into the philosophical underpinnings laid out by Maimonides (Ramb...

The Koby Mandell Foundation in Israel embraces resilience as its core theme, channeling 23 years of bereavement support experience to help those affected by ...

In the latest episode of Kosher Money, Dr. Shloime Zimmerman, a distinguished psychologist, delves into the psychological dynamics of wealth within the Jewis...

The article explores intriguing parallels between Bob Dylan's recent work and the philosophical ideas of Emmanuel Levinas, notably on the themes of the 'Othe...

Three years into the ongoing conflict between Russia and Ukraine, Jewish life in Ukraine is receiving substantial support from Jewish communities abroad, par...