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Exploring the complexities of seeking forgiveness in Jewish tradition, this piece delves into various scenarios where mechilah (forgiveness) is sought and gr...

Rabbi Shalom Paltiel explores the theme of perception in Parsha Re'eh, asking whether our engagement with the Torah is primarily through sight or hearing. Mo...

Amidst heightened tensions and increased anti-Jewish sentiment globally, both the Moetzes Gedolei HaTorah of Agudah and religious leaders from other faiths, ...

Yosef, born to a Muslim father and Jewish mother, ultimately decided to embrace his Jewish identity. Despite his diverse familial roots, he chose to align wi...

Rochi Ebner discusses the integration of Rav Kook's spirituality and teachings in contemporary Judaism, emphasizing personal and communal transformation in p...

Following allegations of electoral fraud in the recent World Zionist Congress elections, this piece draws on Torah principles to argue for accountability and...

This opinion piece addresses recent developments in Tel Aviv concerning gender and faith discrimination, where synagogues are being asked to sign agreements ...

Curtis Sliwa, the Republican candidate for New York City mayor, is known for his iconic red beret representing his work with the Guardian Angels. Beyond poli...

Renowned rabbis discuss the halachic concept of unfair business competition, highlighting the four red lines in business that cannot be crossed according to ...

In this episode of the "Ordinary People Extraordinary Stories" podcast, the discussion revolves around the cultural and religious implications of tattoos wit...

Barbra Streisand enthusiasts are in for a treat with the auction of what is claimed to be the world's largest Streisand memorabilia collection, curated by th...

Filmmaker Sarah Friedland and feminist scholar Lynne Segal explore aging through a feminist lens, inspired by the Jewish Communist community's concepts of ca...

Joshua Hoffman from Future of Jewish discusses the publication's efforts to provide nuanced coverage of Judaism, Israel, and Jewish global issues without bar...

Natan Slifkin critiques the American Agudas Yisroel's take on global and Israeli Jewish issues as outlined in their proclamation. He argues that while the Am...

Exploring a story from Yevamot 16:6, Dovid Campbell's creative project, "Legal Fictions," reflects on Mishnaic law through narrative, capturing the nuanced w...

The article discusses the tension between the IDF's obligations to accommodate the religious practices of Charedi soldiers and the Charedi community's percep...

Zabar's, the iconic 91-year-old grocery store in New York's Upper West Side, has inspired a new limited-edition Adidas sneaker as part of a collaboration cel...

Donniel Hartman and Yehuda Kurtzer engage in a profound discussion on the challenges of Jewish leadership amidst the ongoing trauma from recent events, focus...

In a significant move amidst the Gaza humanitarian crisis, 80 rabbis from the liberal wing of Modern Orthodoxy have issued a letter calling for moral clarity...

Cindy Scarr emphasizes the critical role of having a personal rabbi or "rav" to consult on spiritual and halachic matters, drawing from traditional Jewish te...

The Russo-Japanese War of 1904-1905, a conflict ignited by imperial aspirations, dramatically impacted the Russian Jewish community. Despite being conscripte...

Cindy Scarr reflects on her formative years spent under the tutelage of Harav Dov Berel, ztz"l, at Yeshiva Shaarei Torah in Monsey. As a student, she engaged...

Diplomat Dennis Ross explores the possibility of negotiations to end the Gaza conflict, emphasizing that both Palestinian and Israeli sides must focus on nee...

Rabbi Joey Rosenfeld discusses the role of Jewish mysticism in navigating contemporary chaos by exploring the concepts of imperfection and yearning. He empha...

This piece explores a significant halachic ruling by the Satmar Rebbe concerning Jewish identity and maternal lineage, set against the backdrop of historical...

Rabbi Dovid Hofstedter, a philanthropist from Toronto, is accused of undermining Israel's efforts to address its military manpower crisis by enlisting Americ...

Louis Keene explores the intersection between journalism and Judaism, particularly focusing on how the role of a gabbai at a Modern Orthodox synagogue parall...

Natan Slifkin discusses the tensions between the Charedi community and the State of Israel, focusing on statements from Charedi leaders who equate attempts t...

The halachic perspective on intellectual property, particularly regarding music and media downloads, is explored through discussions with Rabbi Yosef Dovid J...

Elli Benaiah explores the complex relationship between Israel and Jewish identity, particularly in the diaspora, post-October 7th. Benaiah argues that while ...

The podcast episode discusses the complexities and challenges of understanding the Israel-Gaza conflict in the current media landscape, acknowledging the inf...

The article explores the concept of "asthenes," an Aramaic term indicating a condition of physical, sensory, or psychological sensitivity, within Jewish text...

Rabbi Shalom Paltiel explores the dual nature of the mitzvah of tefillin in the context of Parsha Eikev, examining whether the head and arm tefillin constitu...

The article by Rivka Bennun Kay explores the historical and theological complexities associated with the involvement of different Jewish communities in the d...

In this insightful episode, Dovid Lichtenstein shares his journey from a humble start selling encyclopedias to becoming a real estate billionaire. He discuss...

Shmuel Mashiach, a Chicago businessman, offered $1,000 to teens he met at Ben Gurion Airport if they kept Shabbos for four weeks on their return to the U.S.,...

Rebbetzin Shira Smiles, Rebbetzin Debbie Greenblatt, and Mrs. Shira Hochheimer explore the concept of chesed (kindness) through the lens of the Biblical wido...

This gripping story shares the incredible journey of the Landsman family, who fought tirelessly to get FDA approval for an experimental gene therapy to treat...

Nestled in North Carolina's Blue Ridge Mountains, a nascent Orthodox Jewish community called Mountain View is taking shape in Sparta. This community-building...

Rabbi Ari Yehuda Saks, a third-generation Conservative rabbi, resigned from the Conservative movement's Rabbinical Assembly after it launched an ethics inves...

Rabbi Ari Yehuda Saks, a third-generation Conservative rabbi, resigned from the Rabbinical Assembly following an ethics investigation into his participation ...

Natan Slifkin critiques the charedi community's lack of participation and acknowledgment in Israel's defense efforts, particularly during wartime. He argues ...

Ariel Goldstein's article examines the pressures and myths surrounding modern womanhood, particularly the notion that women can 'have it all' – successful ca...

Conversion to Judaism introduces complex identities and narratives, both for the converts and the Jewish community. Converts take on Hebrew names as symbolic...

The article explores the complex and often contradictory concept of Jewish chosenness within traditional texts, highlighting tensions between unconditional d...

Exploring the second order of the Mishnah, known as Moed, this episode offers an extensive overview of the 12 tractates that discuss the Jewish festivals and...

In celebration of Tu B'Av, the Jewish holiday of love, Rivka Bennun Kay shares a curated list of nine books that delve into the complexities of love, relatio...

Joshua Hoffman explores the complex historical and halachic dimensions surrounding Israel's military decisions regarding Gaza City. The article traces the hi...

Adam Hummel, a lawyer from Toronto, outlines strategies for redefining Jewish identity and community strength in response to rising antisemitism, notably aft...

The article explores whether adversity, particularly increasing antisemitism, serves as a catalyst for greater religious observance in the Jewish community. ...