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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...

The article highlights the enduring commitment of the Jewish Federations of North America (JFNA) and its volunteers to support Ukraine, especially amid the o...

Rabbi David Bashevkin, speaking with Jonathan Silver, explores the evolving spiritual dynamics within American Orthodox Judaism amidst broader religious tren...

The episode explores the debate over whether Rashi's commentary on the Tanach is Pshat-based or Drush-based, emphasizing the importance of context in Torah i...

Rabbi Irving Greenberg presents his thought-provoking theories on the evolution of Jewish theology and the possibility of reforming Orthodox Judaism to refle...

Rav Joseph B. Soloveitchik's recently translated discourses in "The Return to Zion: Addresses on Religious Zionism and American Orthodoxy" reveal his perspec...

The article explores the impact of AI technologies like ChatGPT on human expression, emphasizing the spiritual aspect of speech. It argues that these technol...

In the aftermath of Egypt's decline, a story unfolds between two enigmatic figures: an exiled healer practicing mysterious and ancient arts, and an old man, ...

The episode explores the intersection of atheism, belief, and bias, focusing on the idea that heresy originates not in the mind but in the heart. Drawing on ...

Ben Freeman's essay challenges the traditional view of Judaism as merely a religion, emphasizing its identity as a nation and indigenous people to the Land o...

Jewish philosopher and mystic Simone Weil's interpretation of Homer's Iliad provides an intriguing lens for understanding Donald Trump's exercise of power. R...

Rabbi Aaron Rotenberg, a new Renewal rabbi, discusses how environmentalism is at the core of Judaism, especially pertinent with the approach of Tu b'Shevat. ...

Mel Waldman reflects on his spiritual journey from devout faith in his youth to a period of disillusionment and eventual rediscovery of spirituality. Expelle...

Gavriel Lakser's exploration of theodicy in the Torah addresses the paradox of a benevolent and omnipotent God's creation of a world where evil exists. The a...

Abraham: The First Jew by Anthony Julius offers a fresh perspective on the patriarch, presenting him as two distinct personas: a fearless freethinker and a p...

Dovid Campbell explores the concept of taamei ha-mitzvot (the reasons for the commandments) and their potential role in fulfilling the halakhic requirement o...

Eli Rubin's piece "Bati Le-Gani and the Triumph of Humanity" explores the rich historical and theological contributions of Rabbi Yosef Yitzchak Schneersohn (...

The article draws a comparison between the biblical miracle of Krias Yam Suf (the splitting of the Red Sea) and the challenge of matchmaking, as discussed in...

In a profound interaction with the Rebbe, Chassidic artist Hendel Lieberman learned that an essential aspect of being an artist is the ability to see beyond ...

Drawing on the philosophy of Vladimir Jankélévitch, this article explores the ethical implications of President Trump's pardoning of the January 6 insurrecti...

This video discusses a practice aimed at enhancing an individual's spiritual well-being by fostering a healthier connection with God. It focuses on the align...

Gil Shalev's guest essay argues that Judaism fundamentally opposes the principles of 'woke culture,' which he describes as being rooted in identity politics ...