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Celebrating a Jewish birthday carries unique significance within the Jewish faith. It is not merely a ritual observance but a time for reflection and spiritu...

Dennis Prager, a pivotal conservative voice, has spent half a century advocating the view that without the presence of God, concepts of good and evil disinte...

Hannah Abitbul, formerly known as Ximena Orozco, shares her poignant journey from being a Mexican child star to becoming a Jewish educator and advocate based...

In Parshat Vayakhel, the Israelites face an unexpected directive from Moshe to stop their contributions to the Mishkan once enough has been collected, highli...

Reform Judaism's relationship with Zionism and Israel is more nuanced than often portrayed. While only a third of American Jews identify as Zionist, a signif...

Amid debates over Britain's Childrens Wellbeing and Schools Bill, which aims to redefine full-time education, the Anglican Bishop of Manchester emerged as a ...

Cindy Scarr provides practical advice on preparing household items for Pesach (Passover) in this concise guide. She outlines which items need to be cleaned, ...

Cindy Scarr reflects on her journey of converting to Judaism and the endless pursuit of learning it entails. Despite her love for learning, she struggles wit...

The article discusses a lecture by the Satmar Rebbe of Kiryas Joel, comparing the actions of the Israel Defense Forces (IDF) to the sin of the Golden Calf, a...

The panel discussion moderated by Rabbi Dovid Bashevkin during the 18Forty and American Security Foundation summit explores the challenges and opportunities ...

In an era of rapidly advancing artificial intelligence, rabbis are increasingly integrating AI tools like ChatGPT into their ministrations, primarily for adm...

Rabbi Dr. Jason Weiner explores the intersection of AI in healthcare and halachic implications, highlighting both the potential and ethical challenges. AI's ...

AI is increasingly playing a vital role in kosher supervision by assisting OU mashgichim with complex tasks such as ingredient analysis, critical control poi...

As craft beer and modern food production evolve, the need for stricter kosher certification has become evident. Historically, beer didn't require certificati...

Rabbi Dr. Ari Z. Zivotofsky explores the intricacies of delaying a brit milah, or circumcision, due to medical reasons. While the Torah mandates the brit on ...

The two volumes of "Kisvei HaRambam" by ArtScroll, reviewed by Rabbi Moshe Maimon, offer a deep exploration of Rambam's writings, focusing on his introductio...

"Contemporary Halakhic Problems, Vol. VIII" by Rabbi Dr. J. David Bleich continues his influential series surveying complex modern halachic issues. This volu...

Rabbi Gil Student's review of recent publications highlights three notable works from diverse segments of Jewish thought and practice. Rabbi Moshe Walter's "...

This collection of letters addresses significant questions within the Jewish community. Miriam Liebermann discusses the ethical implications of using Ozempic...

U.S. military chaplaincy is embroiled in controversy as Jewish groups, led by the Aleph Institute, challenge the use of Jewish insignia by Messianic Jewish c...

Lev Parnas, formerly an associate of Rudy Giuliani and prominently involved in the Trump impeachment investigation, has announced his candidacy for Congress ...

Exploring the intriguing question of whether oysters could be considered kosher, the article delves into the history of a Jewish debate sparked by Rabbi Isaa...

The article contrasts the "Torah Only" model of Jewish education, epitomized by Lakewood's Beth Medrash Govoha, which prioritizes full-time Torah study, with...

The video likely addresses themes or teachings from Chabad Judaism, centered on providing inspiration or understanding of Jewish life and spirituality as sug...

Pink's daughter, Willow Sage Hart, showed off her Jewish pride by wearing a Star of David necklace during a performance on The Kelly Clarkson Show. The perfo...

As the Jewish landscape evolves, traditional roles of rabbis are shifting to meet the needs of a post-congregational era. With declining synagogue affiliatio...

This video explores whether Halacha (Jewish law) permits listening to the reading of the Megillah, an important ritual during the holiday of Purim, over plat...

The video delves into the historical and religious significance of the Golden Calf incident as recounted in the Torah portion Ki Tissa. It explores the reaso...

Josh Rosenberg's story, shared on the podcast "Inspiration for the Nation," is a powerful narrative of personal transformation and return to faith. Raised in...

Casey Means, President Trump's nominee for U.S. Surgeon General, brings a diverse approach to spirituality, integrating practices from kabbalah and other mys...

The article "Israel's New Theology of Power" by Aviad Hacohen explores the integration of religious Zionism into the structure and leadership of the IDF, mar...

The Ziegler School of Rabbinical Studies, historically tied to Conservative Judaism, announced it will pause student admissions for the next academic year as...

The video explores whether sending Mishloach Manot, the traditional gift baskets given to friends and loved ones on Purim, by mail fulfills the mitzvah. It e...

In an impassioned open letter, Tom Sudow criticizes Israeli legislation that seeks to criminalize egalitarian prayer at the Western Wall, urging Jewish organ...

Jewish women in Alabama are organizing to confront the impact of restrictive reproductive laws that complicate IVF treatments and broader reproductive health...

The Israeli Knesset has advanced a controversial bill that would enhance the Orthodox Chief Rabbinate's control over the Western Wall, potentially criminaliz...

Rachelli Fried and Mrs. Gabi Horovitz delve into the deeper aspects of what it means to truly give in a way that is both effective and sensitive to the recip...

Israel, unique among democracies, still lacks a formal constitution, despite its founding in 1948. Initially sustained by the Declaration of Independence, th...

A key aspect of maintaining community infrastructure, such as eiruvin, often involves unforeseen challenges. This piece highlights the complexities faced whe...

The article discusses the contentious issue surrounding the egalitarian prayer section at the Western Wall in Jerusalem, highlighting historical and current ...

A new safety policy at Paradise Memorial Gardens in Scottsdale, Arizona, is causing controversy by requiring families to leave before a casket is lowered int...

Orthodox Rabbi Kenneth Brander advocates for maintaining the Ezrat Yisrael egalitarian prayer space near the Western Wall, opposing proposed Knesset legislat...

The proposed legislation in Israel's Knesset seeks to impose Haredi Orthodox religious practices at the Western Wall, threatening severe penalties for those ...

The article discusses the intricate dynamics within the Charedi community, focusing on the blind reverence towards their perceived rabbinic leadership and th...

Steven Gotlib reviews "Accepting and Excepting: On Pluralism and Chosenness Out of the Sources of Judaism" by Raphael Jospe, which explores the compatibility...

Rabbi Yechiel Krisch shares his journey of integrating his scientific background with his Jewish faith, illustrating how scientific inquiry enhances his reli...

Orthodox Jews are actively sharing Torah knowledge with non-Orthodox Jews through programs like Partners Detroit and TorahMates. These initiatives offer stru...

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's recent maneuver to delay a vote on legislation that would criminalize egalitarian prayer at the Western Wall shed...

In a landmark ruling, Israel's Supreme Court has mandated the government and Jerusalem Municipality to proceed with enhancements to the egalitarian prayer ar...

Israel's High Court of Justice has unanimously reprimanded government and municipal authorities for failing to advance long-delayed plans to enhance the West...