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Exploring a tapestry of seemingly random yet deeply personal elements, Chanel Dubofsky's piece reflects a life intertwined with Jewish identity, daily curios...

Rabbi Joseph Dweck addresses a wide range of halakhic questions from the interpretation of extraterrestrial life in relation to Judaism to complex halakhic i...

Rabbi Natasha Mann explores the thematic connections between the biblical narratives of Noah and Jonah, highlighting both their symbolic similarities and cru...

Raphael Shore's book, "Who's Afraid of the Big, Bad Jew: Learning to Love the Lessons of Jew-Hatred," explores his personal journey from ignorance to a deep ...

Rabbi Dweck explores the concept of friendship, particularly the 'special relationship' between the US, UK, and Israel, in light of the upcoming US elections...

Cindy Scarr contrasts the perspectives of two poets to emphasize a Jewish worldview on life, aging, and the afterlife. Dylan Thomas's famously defiant poem u...

Cindy Scarr explores the multifaceted nature of the Sim Shalom prayer, emphasizing peace (shalom) not only as a crucial aspiration but as a vessel required t...

Paul Mendes-Flohr, a renowned Israeli-American scholar, passed away at 83. Celebrated as a leading authority on Martin Buber, Mendes-Flohr was instrumental i...

In Dov Frank's reflective piece, the author explores the evolution of their relationship with God, from childhood experiences in a religious household to fin...

Liel Leibovitz explores how Frankenstein’s creature can be understood as Jewish, contrasting with Dracula, who embodies non-Jewish ideals. Through analyzing ...

Drawing from Walter Benjamin's influential essay, "The Work of Art in the Age of Mechanical Reproduction," the article explores how Benjamin's notions about ...

Rabbi Yom Tov Glaser delves into the philosophical intersection of spirituality and self-awareness in Jewish thought, drawing parallels to the concept of rea...

Joshua Hoffman discusses the pervasive sense of fear and uncertainty in today's world, highlighting the teaching of Rabbi Nachman of Breslov that the world i...

Paul Mendes-Flohr, a preeminent scholar of German-Jewish intellectual history and the foremost expert on Martin Buber, passed away on Shemini Atzeret in 2023...

Pat Johnson's essay tackles the often misunderstood term "Zionist" by outlining 10 beliefs that might indicate Zionist sentiment. The author clarifies Zionis...

Avi Finegold's article delves into the complex relationship between Jews and Zionism, exploring various perspectives on Jewish sovereignty, the messianic era...

Mazel tov, commonly used to mean congratulations, actually has an astrological origin. In Hebrew, 'mazal' refers to constellations or planets, implying a wis...

Danielle Selber reflects on her family's unique traditions surrounding Jewish lifecycle events, emphasizing the significance of presence and community. Her g...

In Parashat Bereshit, Rabbi Benjy Morgan explores the famous tale of Adam and Eve eating the forbidden fruit and highlights the critical issue of communicati...

Jeremy England explores the perceived divide between science and biblical religion, asserting that Genesis offers profound insights that relate to scientific...

In a post-October 7th world, Joshua Hoffman argues that the pursuit of being a "good Jew" is not about rigid definitions but about embracing a dynamic approa...

The essay by Daniel Clarke-Serret explores the complex role of narratives in shaping socio-political realities, specifically in the context of the Israeli-Pa...

The article explores the duality of reading Kohelet, especially amidst modern anxieties like climate change and global unrest. Emily Alhadeff reflects on the...

Illusions play a significant role in both Jewish law and human experience, enhancing the beauty and meaning of life. In the context of Sukkot, halachic conce...

Exploring personal experiences and profound reflections, this piece connects the loss and introspective teachings of Ecclesiastes (Kohelet) with contemporary...

The Forverts is hosting a Zoom event exploring whether the Rabbis engaged in opposition against Enlightenment thinkers. This period, known for its emphasis o...

In "The Tunnel," David Samuels delves into the psyche of a person living in a surreal underground world beneath New York City, blending aspects of urban isol...

Wendy Zierler reflects on the recurring challenges of life through the lens of Kohelet, juxtaposed with Lea Goldberg's poetic midrash, "Shirei Sof Ha-Derekh....

The discussion focuses on the theme of attention, especially relevant in today's digital-heavy environment, and how it pertains to Jewish rituals, particular...

Rabbi Mordechai Yosef Leiner of Izbica offers a profound reinterpretation of a verse regarding the thrice-annual pilgrimage festivals, suggesting that the ac...

Andrew Rashkow explores the spiritual essence of Sukkot, emphasizing how the holiday's tradition of dwelling in a simple, temporary sukkah promotes internal ...

In an insightful interview originally published last December, Rabbi Jay Rosenbaum explores how American Judaism has navigated the tension between liberal va...

Israeli Olympic gold medalist Tom Reuveny emphasizes the importance of questioning one's beliefs by consistently seeking perspectives outside of one's own. R...

Arriving as a directionless freshman at Brandeis University in 1960, the author found a mentor in the renowned psychologist Abraham Maslow. Maslow's class on...

Rabbi Jeremy Rosen reflects on the concept of atonement as Yom Kippur approaches, posing the provocative idea that perhaps God, too, should atone for the suf...

The piece explores the concept of teshuvah (repentance) within the framework of Religious Zionism, focusing on historical and contemporary responses to crise...

The article explores the philosophical dilemma of free will versus determinism in the context of Yom Kippur, emphasizing how this tension influences Jewish t...

Natan Slifkin reflects on the twentieth anniversary of the Great Torah-Science Controversy, when his books integrating Torah with scientific perspectives wer...

Marco Roth's Creation Lake is a multi-layered novel disguising itself as a spy narrative while satirizing the very genre it inhabits. The story focuses on Sa...

The article examines the rising trend of antisemitism among young people in Britain and links it to postmodernist ideology and moral relativism in academia. ...

Daniel Clarke-Serret critiques the nebulous nature of Rosh Hashanah, dubbing it a Jewish holiday in need of "a good script editor." He contrasts its ambiguit...

The article draws a parallel between quantum physics and Jewish philosophy to explain the relational essence of existence and its reflection in Rosh Hashanah...

Robert Zaretsky reflects on Neil Postman's prophetic warnings about the influence of media, particularly the shift from a reading culture to one dominated by...

Rachel Lithgow advocates for increased philanthropic support for Israeli civil society and NGOs, emphasizing their critical role in the country's future. Whi...

Avi Schild's poignant piece, "Yom Teruah," reflects on the cries and anguish associated with the Jewish New Year, Rosh Hashanah, often called Yom Teruah, the...

The symposium explores how Oct. 7, a day marked by deadly attacks in Israel, has affected the interpretation and personal significance of various Jewish text...

Brady Corbet's film "The Brutalist" and Francis Ford Coppola's "Megalopolis" serve as cinematic critiques of Ayn Rand's Objectivism, contesting the notion th...

Roslyn Weiss explores the complexities of desire and power in the Genesis narrative of Adam and Eve. By examining differing interpretations of the text, part...

Ayn Rand, known for her novels emphasizing radical individualism and capitalism, is explored through the lens of her Russian intellectual roots in an article...

In "The Path Forward," Cindy Scarr emphasizes the spiritual growth that can stem from both experiencing and healing from pain, particularly as related to one...