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David Bashevkin moderates a dialogue between Aryeh Englander, an ex-Orthodox Jew, and Daniel Hagler, a frum surgeon, exploring how individuals with differing...

Rav Mendel Kaplan's memory and teachings continue to resonate deeply with his former students, even four decades after his passing. Known as the Philly talmi...

Cindy Scarr narrates the transformation of Loretta Walker, who grew up unaware of Jews, into a passionate seeker of Judaism, culminating in her conversion jo...

Cindy Scarr discusses the resilience and appeal of Torah Judaism in contrast to the decline of heterodox Jewish movements and traditional American Christiani...

In this video, the creator shares her experience sending her sheitel, or wig, to Prestigio Wigs for washing and styling. The service highlights personalizati...

This podcast episode follows the fascinating journey of a woman who, upon discovering her non-Jewish origins, is inspired by the guidance of the Rebbe to emb...

Natan Slifkin addresses accusations from his detractors who label him a 'charedi-basher' for his critiques of charedi society. He defends the necessity of di...

Chutzpah, a quintessentially Jewish trait, is celebrated through personal anecdotes in this article by Ross Marks. Recalling a Hawaiian classmate's gutsy ren...

Jeffrey Allen, a recent winner of The Beast Games, shares a personal journey of how immersing himself in reading the Torah profoundly influenced his life. Co...

Natan Slifkin reflects on the lack of recognition for Yom Yerushalayim within charedi yeshivas, contrasting its significance with Yom HaAtzmaut. Despite ackn...

Ben Shahn, an influential American artist born in Lithuania in 1898, is the focus of a retrospective at the Jewish Museum titled "On Nonconformity." Despite ...

The episode explores the complexities and challenges of seeking dating advice in the Orthodox Jewish community, emphasizing the potential pitfalls of consult...

Messianic Judaism is a religious movement comprising both Jews and non-Jews who adhere to traditional Jewish practices while believing in Jesus as the messia...

Dr. Aryeh Tepper delivers a detailed lecture on 'Hegyonei Uziel,' a significant yet overlooked work by Rabbi Ben Zion Meir Ḥai Uziel, focusing on Jewish thou...

Donniel Hartman and Yossi Klein Halevi engage in a deep discussion on the moral complexities surrounding Israel's ongoing conflict in Gaza, focusing on the e...

The Hebrew root (peh-dalet-heh), meaning 'to redeem' or 'to rescue,' conveys deep insights into Jewish perspectives on hostage situations, as currently exemp...

The episode discusses the ongoing relevance of Jewish denominations, focusing on a Reconstructionist synagogue's vote about its association with Reconstructi...

A recent Pew Research Center survey reveals that over 25% of Jewish adults in the United States engage with astrology or horoscopes once or twice a year. Whi...

Rabbi Adam Zagoria-Moffet emphasizes the importance of adhering to Jewish law even during wartime, asserting that religious and moral values must supersede m...

In response to a query from a non-Jewish person considering adopting the name Yael during a U.S. naturalization process, author Mira Fox delves into the comp...

This inspiring story chronicles a woman's journey from battling depression to finding healing and purpose through Torah, comedy, and medical clowning. After ...

Moshe Krakowski discusses his analysis of factors leading Orthodox Jews to leave or stay within the faith, framed against a new study commissioned by the Ort...

Moshe Krakowski delves into why some Jews leave their Orthodox communities, exploring how various factors influence their decisions. He emphasizes the import...

Yonah Lavery-Yisraeli explores the nature of Halakhic discourse by examining the dual perspectives in Talmudic teachings on repentance, forgiveness, and aton...

Despite initial setbacks, the Israeli government's pursuit of judicial overhaul has resumed, adopting a new, more covert approach. Suzie Navot emphasizes Isr...

Scott Kahn argues that the blanket exemption of ultra-Orthodox Israelis from serving in the IDF is morally indefensible and lacking in Jewish legal justifica...

Rabbi Elli Fischer discusses the vision of a religious Jewish state and explores Israel's dual covenants according to the Torah. He emphasizes the complexity...

Avraham Fixsler narrates the heart-wrenching story of his daughter Alta, focusing on the battle he and his wife endured to prevent the withdrawal of her life...

This episode delves into how Jewish law and pastoral care address situations where one spouse becomes less religious or irreligious, with insights from vario...

Tablet Magazine introduces a significant shift in its offerings, launching a monthly print magazine starting June. This move reflects its commitment to in-de...

Judge Matthew Solomson, chief judge of the U.S. Court of Federal Claims, represents a remarkable family journey from his great-grandfather's fear of governme...

The article discusses the merger of Liberal and Reform Judaism in the UK into a new denomination called Progressive Judaism. The author expresses concern tha...

This video explores the legend of Rabbi Shimon Bar Yochai, a prominent Jewish sage from the Talmud, who, according to tradition, spent 13 years in a cave in ...

Belgian police have conducted raids on homes in Antwerp as part of an investigation into potentially illegal circumcisions conducted by mohels. This follows ...

In a reflective piece, Jessica Seigel recounts her connections to the influential Marxist art critic Max Kozloff, whose recent memorial in April 2025 unveile...

The article delves into the debate surrounding Jewish circumcision, highlighting a police raid on mohalim in Antwerp as evidence of antisemitism. The discuss...

Maya Rosen and Rabbi Aryeh Bernstein engage in a chevruta, exploring the ethical challenges faced by activists in the West Bank through Jewish texts. They di...

Teshuva, or repentance, is a central component of Jewish life and thought, highlighted by the significant time dedicated to it leading up to Yom Kippur. This...

The article reflects on the American Jewish community's hesitance to openly discuss faith, often due to historical sensitivities and the desire for inclusivi...

Aryeh Simon, originally from Los Angeles, transitioned from a life of Torah study to becoming a businessman, addressing the costly and delayed process of wir...

In her article on Parshas Emor, Sharona explores the deeper meaning behind counting the Omer, as instructed in Vayikra 23:15. She references Rav Yaakov Tzvi ...

The article examines the escalating tensions between Charedi parties in Israel and the government over military service exemptions. Despite Prime Minister Ne...

Michael Golden explores the universal nature of mitzvot, reflecting on a personal experience helping a young person in distress. While the term mitzvah origi...

Balancing collaboration with advocacy is crucial when supporting a child in therapy amidst educators who may have traditional perspectives. Rabbi Yerachmiel ...

Shulem Deen, a former member of the Ultra-Orthodox Skvera Hasidic community, discusses his transition from faith to no faith, and the complexities of being '...

Aaron Koller will make history as the first Jewish scholar to assume the Regius Professor of Hebrew role at the University of Cambridge, a position that has ...

Rabbi Daniel Cohen reflects on the profound decision of whether Diaspora Jews should be buried in Israel. He explores this topic through personal experience,...

Yeshiva University recently rescinded its recognition of the campus LGBTQ+ club, Hareni, citing a breach in the agreement that required adherence to specific...

Daci Platt's article explores amusing and often unfounded myths that Jewish parents tell their children about what Jews supposedly do or don't do. Compiling ...

Yeshiva University's men's basketball team faces a challenging season in the wake of the October 7 attacks, captured in the documentary "Rebound: A Year of T...