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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 ...

In this insightful discussion, Rabbi Manis Friedman challenges popular conventions about love and marriage. He suggests that the concept of unconditional lov...

Rabbi Elliot Cosgrove discusses the dual challenges Jewish communities face in balancing the need for Israel's self-defense with empathy towards those suffer...

Spencer Klavan discusses the intersection of science and religion, exploring how modern scientific discoveries often echo ancient theological ideas. He chall...

Viktor Frankl, a prominent psychiatrist and Holocaust survivor, is best known for his book "Man's Search for Meaning," which was based on his experiences in ...

Rabbi Yitz Greenberg, a significant yet controversial figure within Modern Orthodoxy, is examined in Steven Gotlib's review of Greenberg's latest work, "The ...

In difficult times, faith can serve as a vital anchor, offering strength and perspective. This reflective piece explores how even the most devoted individual...

This exploration of Parashat Vaera examines the enigmatic progression of Pharaoh's heart hardening throughout the first seven plagues in Egypt. Initially, Ph...

Ross Douthat and Rabbi Meir Soloveichik explore the evolving landscape of American faith, challenging the secularization narrative by proposing that a renewe...

Michael Bloomberg, a Jewish billionaire and former New York City Mayor, has once again pledged to fund the United Nations climate body as a response to Presi...

Anthony Julius's book, "Abraham: The First Jew," explores the concept of two distinct Abrahams in Jewish tradition. The first, 'Abraham 1,' is portrayed as a...

Rabbi Marc Katz discusses the pragmatic decisions underlying rabbinic Judaism, focusing on Yohanan ben Zakkai's choice to prioritize establishing a school ov...

Menachem Rosensaft, a poet and Holocaust survivor born in the Bergen-Belsen displaced persons camp, explores the profound theological question of God's prese...

Dr. Robert Enright explores the powerful role of forgiveness in both personal healing and justice, emphasizing its potential to mend deeply entrenched hatred...

The notion that we often react with stress and negativity to receiving bills is challenged by Tsippi Gross and Rivky Rothenberg, who suggest a mindset shift ...

In this personal account, a convert to Judaism discusses how studying Chassidic philosophy profoundly transformed her life. She recounts her journey and the ...

Renowned author Rabbi Zachary Truboff explores the concept of being a "stiff-necked people," drawing insights from the teachings of the Piaseczner Rebbe, Rab...

In this insightful exchange, the Rebbe poses a thought-provoking question to a Bar Mitzvah boy, keen on baseball, about the difference between a player and a...

Peter Beinart reflects on the release of three Israeli hostages, Romi, Emily, and Doron, and urges fellow Jews to briefly set aside criticisms of Israel to c...

Joanna Chen's poem "Ellipsis, Genesis" presents a poignant reimagining of the Biblical story of Cain and Abel. By placing emphasis on the moment just prior t...

The video titled "Visiting The Ohel: An Intimate Encounter" offers an inspirational program designed to prepare viewers for a meaningful visit to the Ohel, t...

Hannah Arendt, the renowned German-Jewish political theorist, has seen a resurgence in contemporary political discourse, frequently being quoted on social me...

In this podcast episode, Jake Turx delves into the prophecies of the book of Ovadiah, drawing connections between ancient Jewish predictions and recent globa...

Jay Michaelson reflects on the influence of filmmaker David Lynch, who passed away at 78, on his understanding of Jewish mysticism and spirituality. Although...

Rob Long, a former writer for the classic TV show Cheers, has embarked on a new path by attending Princeton Theological Seminary. Long, who returned to the E...

Avraham Rottenberg, faced with the distressing news that his father had a heart attack, learns about the influence of positive thinking through guidance from...

In his latest poetry collection, "The Concealment of Endless Light," Yehoshua November delves deep into the essence of the human soul and its connection to t...

In a reflective narrative, Mordechai Yavin-Jesselson—a respected academic, rabbi, and writer—contemplates his life after the death of his wife, Paulina, and ...

The article discusses the complexities of Simone Weil's personal and intellectual life through her family correspondence, translated into English as "A Life ...

Paul Mendes-Flohr, a renowned scholar of Jewish philosophy and a leading authority on Martin Buber, passed away at 83. Raised in Brooklyn amid humble beginni...

The article explores a perceived decline in atheism among Western intellectuals, arguing that the cultural shift towards faith is part of a larger reaction a...

The video delves into the existential questions of purpose and meaning in life, using the metaphor of the transformative and destructive power of fire in a m...

Mohamad Jebara, a notable Islamic scholar and Chief Imam, is actively working to revitalize Islam by addressing what he views as the misuse of its texts and ...

R.R. Reno, editor of First Things Magazine, discusses the transformative potential of forgiveness in a tumultuous world with Liel Leibovitz. They explore how...

Raphael Jospe challenges the usage of the term "tinkering" in the intellectual context of Jewish theology, arguing that figures like Louis Jacobs were not me...

Jackson Gardner explores the monumental influence of Saadia Gaon on Andalusian Sephardic Judaism and his parallels with later thinkers like Maimonides. By ex...

In the midst of the threatening proximity of wildfires in Los Angeles, Rabbi Paul Kipnes reflects on the profound challenges and spiritual decisions he faces...

David Sacks, an acclaimed writer and producer known for his work on major Hollywood shows like "The Simpsons" and "Third Rock from the Sun," shares a compell...

In the face of devastating wildfires in Los Angeles, Rabbi Beau Shapiro discusses the powerlessness and communal support felt within the Jewish community. Ev...

This week's parashah, Vayechi, explores the enigmatic nature of Jacob's attempted revelation of the future to his sons, as recorded in the Torah. Although sa...

Reuven Boshnack explores the complex interplay between free will and predetermination within the Izhbitz school, particularly through the lens of R. Shmuel D...

Mikhael Manekin, a notable Israeli religious thinker, has authored a compelling book titled "Sermons from the Abyss," currently published only in Hebrew. The...

Renowned chess grandmaster Sammy Reshevsky had an enlightening encounter with the Lubavitcher Rebbe, who imparted profound wisdom using the game of chess as ...

Cindy Scarr explores the difference between desire and motivation, emphasizing that while many people think the two are synonymous, they are distinct. Desire...

Rabbi Dr. Haym Soloveitchik examines the transformation of halacha and its implications on our modern relationship with God, emphasizing a shift from mimetic...

Jewish philanthropists face new challenges when donating to universities following the events of October 7, urging them to prioritize Jewish self-preservatio...

Mark Gerson offers insights into revitalizing marriage through Torah principles, addressing a friend's concerns about a functional but joyless relationship. ...

Rabbi Arnie Wittenstein explores the nuances of Pshat (the simple explanation of biblical texts), its connections to rationalism, and the nature of Mesorah (...

Hal Niedzviecki explores his personal struggle with Jewish identity amidst the turbulence of the year 5784, a time marked by antisemitic protests and persona...