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Tu B'Shevat, often misunderstood as a day of judgment, is a halachic New Year specifically for fruit trees, delineating their tithing cycle in Jewish agricul...

Thomas P. Balázs explores how Judaism provides a path to infuse daily routines with spiritual significance, contrasting it with Western philosophies of seeki...

The Satmar Rebbe's recent ban on protests following the deaths of two young men highlights a significant stance on preserving human life, a principle he affi...

A leaked recording reveals that key Haredi rabbis in Israel, including Rabbi Moshe Hillel Hirsch and Rabbi Dov Lando, have supported a proposed conscription ...

Recent archaeological discoveries have shed light on the ancient practices of wearing tefillin, dating back to the Judean Desert period. Unearthed near Qumra...

Setsuo Kotsuji was a pivotal figure in Jewish history during World War II, known for his role in assisting Jewish refugees in Japan. An academic and a conver...

The article revisits the controversial Sde Teiman incident, where Israeli reservists were accused of abusing a detained Hamas terrorist. As the trial unfolds...

Argentina's Sephardic Chief Rabbi Yosef Chehebar reaffirmed a century-old ban on local conversions, allowing them only if conducted in Israel. This move has ...

Reb Binyomin Gringras ventures into the intriguing realm of segulos, exploring which ancient Jewish customs genuinely deliver blessings and which are fabrica...

Reflecting on her son's upcoming bar mitzvah, Cindy Scarr shares her emotional journey as she prepares to impart valuable lessons to her son stepping into Je...

This podcast episode delves into common misconceptions about religion, exploring how people often misunderstand or misrepresent religious practices and belie...

Chabad.org explores the concept of fear and how it relates to personal growth and spirituality. The discussion delves into understanding the sources of our f...

William, formerly a resident of Iran and a convert from Islam to Judaism, shares his harrowing experience of living under the oppressive Iranian regime. He d...

Adina Shoshana, known as the Now Jewish Nanny, shares her poignant journey of conversion to Judaism in the fifth episode of Jamie in the Rova. She explains h...

In a thought-provoking critique, Natan Slifkin challenges the charedi demand for uncompromising religious accommodations, such as mehadrin food, within the I...

Jewish baseball star Alex Bregman has signed a five-year, $175 million contract with the Chicago Cubs, making it the second-largest contract for a Jewish pla...

The article examines the evolving role of rabbis in American Jewish life, highlighting concerns about their relevance, particularly within heterodox movement...

The video titled "Why You Should STOP TRYING TO BE PERFECT" likely discusses the pressures and pitfalls of striving for perfection from a Jewish perspective,...

Rabbi David Wolpe discusses the renewed interest in King David within Christian pop culture, marked by several new productions, including an animated film an...

British authorities are considering labeling poorly conducted circumcisions as child abuse following instances where the procedure led to fatalities. This le...

Rabbi Matthew Goldstone, in response to the Atra report "From Calling to Career: Mapping the Current State and Future of Rabbinic Leadership," argues that th...

2025 was a prolific year for Lehrhaus, which continued its mission to engage Jewish communities with thoughtful content. Highlights included tributes to Rabb...

The Conservative/Masorti movement's recent report signifies a significant shift in its approach to interfaith relationships, moving from disapproval to engag...

Cindy Scarr emphasizes the importance of expressing gratitude, not just thinking or assuming thanks. She recounts an anecdote involving her son's rebbi, who ...

Issue 1095 of The Moment highlights impactful moments within the Jewish community, including a successful crowdfunding effort by JLife Chicago, a kiruv organ...

Before acquiring new dishes, it is essential to consider the proper ritual of toiveling, which involves immersing dishes in a mikvah to render them fit for J...

The Canadian Jewish community mobilized quickly and effectively in response to the crises faced by their partnership regions in Israel, notably raising $140 ...

Rabbi Lex Rofeberg reflects on his profound connection to the Beth Israel Congregation in Jackson, Mississippi, where he lived and served for two years. The ...

Mitzvah Tanks, an initiative by the Chabad-Lubavitch movement, are vans equipped for outreach, aiming to bring Judaism to Jews worldwide. They travel to vari...

Natan Slifkin critiques the extreme views expressed in an interview with the father of Yosef Rosenthal, a young charedi who died in a riot against military e...

Ari and Eli Kligman are notable young athletes navigating the intersection of faith and sports as they pursue careers in Major League Baseball. Firm in their...

In the aftermath of the October 7th attacks, the Jewish concept of tikkun olam, or world repair, has come under scrutiny, prompting discussions about its rol...

Rabbi Jonathan Leener reflects on attending a Phish concert and the insights it provided for enhancing the synagogue experience. The concert's dynamic setlis...

As American Jewish communities face unprecedented challenges including rising antisemitism and expectations to distance from Israel, there is a pressing need...

Rabbi Ari Y. Saks articulates his decision to resign from the Rabbinical Assembly despite the Conservative movement's recent efforts to accommodate interfait...

Kehillat Israel, a synagogue in Pacific Palisades, remains resilient one year after a devastating fire destroyed homes and dispersed its community. The fire,...

The article explores the challenges and opportunities of fostering pluralism within Jewish communities, using the example of a midsized Hillel at the Univers...

The video provides an exploration of the Hebrew term tsara'at found in the Torah, which has often been mistranslated as leprosy. The discussion emphasizes th...

In a discussion led by Moment's Amy E. Schwartz, Rabbi Shira Stutman explores her book, 'The Jewish Way to a Good Life,' which offers insights into achieving...

In a candid discussion, 24-year-old Dave Katz shares his insights into the world of personal finance, a topic often misunderstood or avoided by many. Drawing...

Kehillat Harlem, a new synagogue in Central Harlem, has established a permanent presence by moving into a former driving school's storefront, becoming a cent...

Lashon hara, or harmful speech, about Eretz Yisrael is emphasized as a grave prohibition in Jewish teachings, as illustrated by a story involving the Gerrer ...

Natan Slifkin critiques Charedi theology, arguing that there is a contradiction between the Charedi claim that divine providence dictates everything, includi...

The article highlights Judge Alvin Kenneth Hellerstein, an Orthodox Jew who displays the Torah verse "Tzedek, tzedek tirdof" ("Justice, justice you shall pur...

Exploring the convergence of Jewish faith and body image activism, Minna Bromberg's 'Every Body Beloved' challenges the Jewish community to recognize and dis...

Allan Arkush reviews two contrasting works by Israeli philosophers Shalom Sadik and Jeremy Fogel, who address issues of faith and modernity within Judaism. S...

Natan Slifkin explores the charedi community's reluctance to participate in Israel's national defense, attributing it to a lack of identification with the br...

In a thought-provoking interview, Rabbi Reuven Feinstein reflects on his upbringing in the Bronx and the formative influence of his father, Rabbi Moshe Feins...

The article addresses the Charedi community's adherence to 'Daas Torah,' which dictates unquestioning obedience to Torah sages. This approach has recently be...

Rabbi Mendel Greenberg shares his experiences and insights from relocating to Alaska, highlighting the unique challenges and opportunities of maintaining a J...