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U.S.-based Mikvah USA has funded the renovation and construction of ten mikvehs in Canada, significantly enhancing Jewish community life in these areas. Desp...

Navigating a moment of introspection during a mundane subway commute, the author reflects on a chance encounter with Mayer, a young Lubavitcher Hasid. This m...

This podcast episode revisits the intense legal and religious battle surrounding the evacuation of Gush Katif, focusing on the attempts by major halachic aut...

The video highlights the significant legal battle fought by Deborah Lipstadt, a noted Jewish professor, against Holocaust denial. Her courtroom victory was n...

In the continuation of the Minipod series, the discussion delves further into the historical and halachic significance of Har HaBayit, the Temple Mount. The ...

In "Still We Rejoice: How Halakhah Guides Emotional Complexity," Batsheva Leah Weinstein explores the Jewish halakhic approach to navigating complex emotions...

The podcast episode explores the complexities of tznius (modesty) standards, discussing whether halachic guidelines are clear-cut or subject to personal inte...

The article discusses the ordination of Tadhg Cleary, an openly gay man, by Yeshivat Chovevei Torah (YCT), and questions whether the seminary can still be co...

Rivka Bennun Kay explores the complexities of Jewish learning in the modern world, contrary to some traditional perspectives. Through a personal journey with...

Yeshivat Chovevei Torah, a leading liberal Orthodox rabbinical school, has ordained Rabbi Tadhg Cleary, marking the first time an out gay man has been ordain...

The article is a tribute to Rabbi Dr. Neil Danzig, a revered Talmudic scholar at the Jewish Theological Seminary, following his passing. Rabbi Danzig was esp...

Andrea Tovah's essay explores the challenges Jews face within the field of social work amidst rising antisemitism. Following the events of October 7th and he...

The Trump administration's new guidelines for religious expression in the federal workplace allow employees to display religious items and discuss their fait...

Phoebe Maltz Bovy and Avi Finegold discuss whether discussing a viral affair caught at a Coldplay concert is lashon hara, the Jewish concept of harmful gossi...

Melting Point by Rachel Cockerell offers a captivating exploration into the history of the Zionist movement and early efforts to establish a Jewish homeland,...

Rabbi Daniel Cohen shares insights on delivering tragic news, emphasizing the Jewish perspective on providing comfort and support to those who are grieving. ...

Emma Mordecai's Civil War diary, edited by Dianne Ashton and completed posthumously by Melissa R. Klapper, offers a unique insight into the life of a Jewish ...

The article examines the financial dilemma faced by Jewish day schools, particularly the issue of paying for both in-school and external informal Jewish educ...

Rabbi Meir of Rottenberg, the Maharam, is renowned for his legal writings but also composed a significant Kinnah, "Shaali Serufah Ba-Eish," reflecting on the...

The podcast delves into the interplay between recent U.S. GDP growth rates, tariffs, and the broader Trump administration economic strategy, led by contrasti...

Rivka Bennun Kay reflects on her experiences with Talmud study, comparing it to her journey with Shakespeare. Raised in a traditional yeshiva system focused ...

Daniel Taub discusses how Israeli society is not ready for peace negotiations due to ongoing mourning and internal divisions, notably around the universal dr...

Devorah Schoenfeld delves into Rashi's intricate interpretations of Song of Songs, Lamentations, and Hosea, presenting a provocative narrative of God's estra...

This YouTube episode offers a comprehensive guide to setting up and managing retirement accounts, particularly focusing on Individual Retirement Accounts (IR...

Jon Stewart, former host of "The Daily Show," has openly discussed and critiqued Israel's actions over the years, highlighting how his viewpoints have evolve...

Cindy Scarr explores strategies for fostering resilience in children, emphasizing its importance for coping with life's challenges. Drawing from both psychol...

The article discusses the tensions between different Jewish communities regarding military service and the role of Torah study, particularly in light of conf...

In a captivating discussion, a Jewish woman who has been married for 60 years shares the profound insights and wisdom she has gained over her extensive marri...

Jewish educators face critical challenges in integrating AI into their teaching methodologies, particularly as the American Federation of Teachers launches a...

This episode of 'Your Jewish Week' covers a variety of topics relevant to Jewish life and history. Rabbi Dovi Paltiel discusses the weekly Torah portion Deva...

Columbia University recently agreed to a $200 million settlement with the Trump administration, marking significant governmental action against antisemitism ...

Contemporary Jewish halachic perspectives strongly discourage smoking and vaping due to significant health risks, though earlier authorities like Rabbi Moshe...

Rukhl Schaechter explores a recently surfaced video featuring Rabbi Joseph Ber Soloveitchik, a pivotal figure in Modern Orthodoxy, delivering a sermon in Yid...

Aaron Brusso, Senior Rabbi at Bet Torah, explores the challenges and evolving perspectives surrounding Jewish intermarriage. Reflecting on his upbringing and...

The article by Deborah Barer discusses the complexities of Jewish identity and peoplehood, specifically the tension between Jewishness as inherited by birth ...

Rabbi Guy Austrian explores a nuanced approach to cultivating Jewish observance and community at the Fort Tryon Jewish Center in New York. Without a traditio...

Na’ama Levitz Applbaum reflects on the communal mourning faced by Jews globally after the Hamas attacks in southern Israel on October 7, 2023. For Israelis, ...

In the search for a term that accurately embodies Jewish collective identity, Leon A. Morris explores the inadequacies of existing concepts such as 'Jewish p...

David Zvi Kalman discusses the potential transformation of Jewish life through artificial intelligence, emphasizing that AI's unique ability to mimic human b...

The episode delves into ongoing political turmoil as the Trump administration accuses former President Obama of orchestrating a conspiracy during the 2016 el...

The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) has significantly enhanced its kosher food standards over the past decade under the leadership of IDF Chief Rabbi Eyal Krim a...

In this Unpacked video, the ethical dilemma of trading Israeli hostages for imprisoned terrorists is explored through a Jewish lens, considering the historic...

Author Elissa Felder and her daughter Sonia Hoffman explore their involvement in the Jewish burial society, or chevra kadisha, framing it as a profound spiri...

In the midst of ongoing tensions in Israel, the chareidi community faces significant pressure as debates over military drafts intensify. Cindy Scarr discusse...

Gavriel and his late wife embarked on a remarkable journey to embrace Orthodox Judaism while living in rural Montana, a place not typically associated with l...

Rabbi Neil Danzig, a respected scholar of medieval rabbinic literature and an authority on the Geonim, passed away at age 74. A professor at the Jewish Theol...

Ruth Bader Ginsburg, a trailblazer in American law and a Supreme Court Justice, fought many battles for gender equality throughout her career. However, the c...

Rabbi Joseph B. Soloveitchik's insightful examination of Tisha B'Av uncovers its dual nature as both a day of mourning and one of hope. According to Soloveit...

Rabbi Moshe ben Maimon's introduction to the Mishnah serves as a detailed guide to the structuring and categorization of Jewish oral laws. The episode explor...

Natan Slifkin discusses the visceral controversy within the Orthodox Jewish community regarding Charedi yeshiva students' refusal to serve in the Israeli arm...