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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...

In the wake of a year marked by tragedy and loss, Rabba Epstein delves into the challenging notion of forgiving God during Rosh Hashanah and Yom Kippur. Refl...

Yiscah Smith explores the transformative potential of teshuvah (repentance) as taught by the Piaseczner Rebbe, emphasizing a holistic return to the Divine ra...

Robert Pinsky's poem "Leadership" explores the nuances of influence and authority through a vivid scene set in a youthful bar environment. The poem consists ...

In this installment of "Ask the Rabbis" centered on whether God is the ultimate strongman, various Jewish denominations explore dimensions of God's persona t...

Rabbi Irving (Yitz) Greenberg, a renowned thinker in Modern Orthodox and post-Holocaust theology, explores the evolving relationship between God and humanity...

Rabbi Irving Greenberg, a prominent figure in Modern Orthodox and post-Holocaust theology, explores an innovative interpretation of the covenant between God ...

Leah Hager Cohen's novel, "To & Fro," ingeniously intertwines the lives of two twelve-year-old girls, Ani and Annamae, through a dual narrative that challeng...

Ariel Berkowitz's extraordinary encounter with a life-threatening event highlights themes of gratitude and faith. After surviving a traumatic accident involv...

Elana Stein Hain and Yonah Hain discuss the story of Jonah through the lens of a Midrash from Pirkei DeRabbi Eliezer, suggesting that Jonah's time in the wha...

Moishe Bane reflects on the often overlooked but crucial role of emotions in Orthodox Jewish practice, questioning why deeper emotional engagement is not emp...

Rabbi Norman Lamm's sermon, originally delivered in 1961 and excerpted in the book 'Festivals of Faith,' explores the theme of clarity amid confusion during ...

Eran Halperin explores the psychological depths of hate, arguing it is a stable and intense emotion, targeting entire groups rather than specific actions, un...

Ahmad Almallah's poem "PURE&LOVE" explores themes of grief and relational dynamics through an avant-garde poetic structure. The work challenges traditional n...

Charles Bronfman discusses his impactful philanthropy journey, reflecting on his life's mission to give back to society in a conversation with Rabbi Sharon B...

Shai Goldman reflects on contrasting educational experiences between his gap year at Yeshivat Har Etzion in Israel and his subsequent studies at Columbia Uni...

Ayin Hara, or the Evil Eye, is discussed in Jewish texts and has implications for Jewish practices, but views on its impact and ways to combat it vary. Guest...

David P. Goldman explores the intellectual history and implications of Francis Fukuyama's "end of history" thesis, linking it to a lineage of philosophical i...

Sara Eisemann's exploration of human fears, as discussed in Family First, highlights five primary fears that can impede one's ability to live fully. These in...

Cindy Scarr reflects on the profound lesson of spiritual independence derived from Parshas Ki Savo. Linking Moshe's parting from Bnei Yisrael with the Israel...