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The text delves into the concept of first fruits (bikkurim) in Jewish tradition, focusing on the Talmudic view of this practice and its philosophical implica...

Rabbinical student Atara Cohen explores the challenge of finding a textual identity in Jewish tradition for individuals living with depression. She discusses...

Religion scholar Reza Aslan explores the concept of God in his latest book, "God: A Human History," suggesting that God resembles humans in various ways. Thr...

Freud's controversial work "Moses and Monotheism" presents a reinterpreted history where Moses, an Egyptian noble and monotheist, unites the Israelites and i...

In the discussion "What's Divine about Divine Law?" at Yale, various perspectives on divine law were examined. Ezra the Scribe emphasized the divine origin a...

The article explores the intersection of art, divinity, and theology through the lens of Betzalel's divine inspiration in constructing the Mishkan as describ...

Dr. Ephraim Chamiel discusses Modern Orthodoxy, focusing on Jewish philosophers who aimed to blend modernity and tradition. In his book "The Middle Way: The ...

Lawrence Kaplan reflects on the enduring relevance of Moses Mendelssohn's work, "Jerusalem," by exploring Mendelssohn's discussion on the ceremonial law and ...

Abraham Socher's examination of Aristotle's akrasia and Maimonides's teshuvah in a 2017 article led to a discussion on true repentance. In response, Andrew N...

Abraham Socher's essay "Is Repentance Possible?" discusses the debate on morality between Aristotelian virtue ethics and the Judeo-Christian obedience to law...

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

Rabbi Dr. Neil Gillman, a prominent figure in contemporary Jewish theology, passed away in 2017 after a long career at the Jewish Theological Seminary of Ame...

Rabbi Prof. Eliezer Berkovits, a leading Jewish philosopher, addressed critical issues facing Orthodox Judaism in a changing world, advocating for creative s...

Dr. Eliezer Berkovits describes a poignant scene in a Jewish neighborhood where an elderly man, deeply engrossed in traditional Jewish literature, sits on a ...

Rabbi Bezalel Naor explores the concept of a new Hasidism proposed by Rabbi Abraham Isaac Kook, often seen as a precursor to modern Neo-Hasidism. Naor delves...

In a thought-provoking exploration, the essay discusses a theoretical dialogue between Rabbi Nahman of Breslov and Franz Kafka about the symbolic significanc...

Rav Shagar, a significant Jewish thinker, resonates with many in today's postmodern world due to his innovative approach of integrating traditional Jewish va...

Yehuda (Udi) Dvorkin reflects on the teachings of Rav Shagar, emphasizing the ongoing publication of his works and the importance of understanding his philos...

In a discussion about the Jewish thinker Rav Shagar's book "Faith Shattered and Restored: Judaism in the Postmodern Age," Shalom Carmy comments on Rabbi Gil ...

Professor Steven Nadler from the University of Wisconsin-Madison discusses the graphic book "Heretics! The Wonderous (and Dangerous) Beginnings of Modern Phi...

Gidon Rothstein responds to Rabbi Dr. Gil Perl's essay, highlighting their shared background influenced by Rabbi Aharon Lichtenstein's teachings but differin...

Rabbi Dr. Gil Perl reflects on his journey within Modern Orthodoxy, initially inspired by Rabbi Aharon Lichtenstein, but ultimately seeking more certainty in...

In "Postmodern Orthodoxy: Giving Voice to a New Generation" by Gil Perl, the focus is on addressing the challenges faced by Modern Orthodox Millennials, part...

The story of the Binding of Isaac, or Akeidah, showcases Abraham's dilemma between obeying God's command to sacrifice his son and acting ethically. However, ...

The article discusses the implications of a passage in the Talmud that states all Jews have a share in the World to Come, even those executed for serious cri...

The author discusses the symbolism of the four species used during Sukkot, traditionally representing different types of Jews and emphasizing the importance ...

In examining the beliefs and practices of Modern Orthodox Jews, there is a discussion around their comfort level with mysticism and anthropomorphism in Judai...

In this edition, Noah Efron, Don Futterman, and Miriam Herschlag discuss conflicting public opinion about Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu, with varied views...

In a recent podcast episode titled "The For the Sins We Have Sinned Edition," hosts Noah Efron, Don Futterman, and Miriam Herschlag discuss various topics in...

Bruno Chaouat's book, "Is Theory Good for the Jews?" critically examines how postmodern theorists in Europe and America have often failed to effectively addr...

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...

Emil Fackenheim, a renowned Jewish thinker known for his assertion about the 614th commandment after the Holocaust, was a philosopher and Rabbi who experienc...

Rosh HaShanah and Yom Kippur are traditionally times for prayer and introspection, seeking atonement and blessings for the coming year. However, in modern ti...

Rav Shimshon Pincus' book, "Gates of Prayer: The Ten Terms of TefillahSpanning the Spectrum of Prayer," explores the nuances and importance of prayer, emphas...

This article provides a list of recommended books on prayer that have been helpful for personal prayer and teaching. Some highlighted works include "Netiv Bi...

In a reflection on a recent court case involving get-torturers, the focus lies on the courts' dismissal of the torturers' claims of religious liberty under t...

Eileen Barker, a prominent sociologist of religion visiting Israel, discusses the role of religion in society with the Tel Aviv Review. She explores the sign...

George Romero, known for his zombie movies, is likened to I.B. Singer for delving into the darker aspects of humanity. Both artists reject collective beliefs...

On the 350th anniversary of Spinoza's death, his radical ideas still resonate today. Spinoza equated God with nature, saw the universe as a rational unfoldin...

Rav Shagar, a unique and influential Israeli thinker, sought to bridge the gap between Torah truths and modern/postmodern culture, addressing contemporary in...

The text discusses the intersection of medicine and philosophy through the perspectives of Jewish philosophers Maimonides and Spinoza. Both thinkers emphasiz...

Jacob Taubes and Arthur A. Cohen, both with deep connections to Jewish scholarship and thought, engaged in a heated exchange in 1977 in Paris regarding Simon...

The text discusses various scholarly and historical perspectives related to Jewish themes. It delves into the concept of repentance in the Hebrew Bible, noti...

Rabbi Tzvi Sinensky's exploration of the concept of elu ve-elu divrei Elokim hayyim raises questions about the Torah-prophecy relationship, particularly in Y...

The text discusses the nature of Halakhic civil law, focusing on the eternal and divine origin of Jewish civil laws as revealed in the Torah. Traditional Jew...

Rav Shagar, an influential thinker in Israel's Dati Leumi community, focused on the concept of accepting the yoke of Heaven in his teachings. He explored two...

Rabbi Bezalel Naor's analysis of Rambam and Rabbi Nahman of Breslov's perspectives on poetry reveals contrasting views. While Rambam criticized poetry for it...

Bezalel Naor delves into the comparison between the Jewish and Hellenic views of leadership and the ideal states through the lenses of Talmudic legends and t...

Dr. Olga Kirschbaum, a historian, delves into the intellectual circles Hannah Arendt moved in as she matured professionally in the Weimar Republic and beyond...

Lawrence J. Kaplan responds to criticism from Rabbi Aryeh Klapper regarding his translation of Rav Soloveitchik's "Ish ha-Halakhah," emphasizing the challeng...