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Rabbi Dr. Meesh Hammer-Kossoy is an influential figure in advancing the role of women in Orthodox Judaism. As one of the first women to be ordained at Rabbi ...

Canadian Jewish doctors report increasing antisemitism in their professional environments, prompting some to consider leaving the medical profession or reduc...

The article critiques the Charedi community's approach to technology, particularly its reliance on bans to tackle the negative impacts of technology such as ...

Future of Jewish, led by Joshua Hoffman, seeks financial support to continue offering free, in-depth coverage on Judaism, Israel, and global Jewish issues. S...

A new podcast series, "How to Be a Jew," hosted by Courtney Hazlett, Rabbi Diana Fersko, and Josh Kross, explores contemporary cultural topics and their inte...

The episode delves into the challenges and legal intricacies of releasing an Agunah, featuring fascinating cases from Jewish law and biblical narratives abou...

Rabbi Steven Gotlib raises concerns about pluralism in the Jewish community, particularly how the Orthodox cannot engage with heterodox movements as equals. ...

In his review, David Fried discusses Daniel Ross Goodman's book "Soloveitchik's Children," which examines the theological impact of R. Joseph B. Soloveitchik...

Natan Slifkin critiques a recent episode of the Headlines podcast on the topic of achdus (unity) and its implications for charedi involvement in the Israeli ...

As Chanukah approaches, many might plan on using honey as a topping for latkes or doughnuts, but it's important to be cautious about the type of honey chosen...

This item lists the Shabbat times for various UK cities from December 13 to December 20, including times for candle lighting on Friday evenings and Havdalah ...

The article reflects on a controversial Q&A session at an Agudah convention, featuring Rav Uri Deutsch and Torah VoDaath Rosh HaYeshiva, Rabbi Yisroel Reisma...

Cindy Scarr's article, prepared for print by Faigy Peritzman, provides guidance on the halachic implications of employing non-Jewish household help in a kosh...

Ephraim Kholmyansky's journey from an unaware Jewish child in Moscow to a key player in the underground Hebrew education network of the USSR is both remarkab...

Rav Yitzchok Dovid Grossman, renowned as the tzaddik of Migdal HaEmek, shared a remarkable story with Cindy Scarr about a sequence of events filled with divi...

Adam Schiff, newly elected Democratic senator from California, chose a historical edition of Maimonides' Mishneh Torah, printed in 1490 in Milan by the Sonci...

Adam Schiff, recently elected to the U.S. Senate, chose the Maimonides Mishneh Torah for his swearing-in ceremony, sparking discussions about the appropriate...

The article explores the halakhic challenges and rabbinic debates surrounding the construction of artistic seven-branched menorahs in the eighteenth century....

Levi Morrow explores the enduring influence of Rabbi Joseph Soloveitchik on 21st-century Jewish thought through a review of recent publications, including a ...

In this imaginative exploration, the animated series delves into a hypothetical world, Earth #92, where Jewish dietary laws diverge from traditional practice...

The episode discusses the controversial topic of drafting Haredi (ultra-Orthodox) Jews into the Israeli Defense Forces (IDF), exploring religious, societal, ...

Playwright Mark Leiren-Young discusses his revival of Shylock and its relation to contemporary cancel culture, antisemitism, and the complexities of storytel...

The episode discusses the legal and social implications of a Supreme Court case concerning gender-affirming care for minors, highlighting various opinions am...

The episode delves into Moshe "Boogie" Ya'alon's accusation of ethnic cleansing against Netanyahu's Gaza policy and the Israeli government's decision to ceas...

Rabbi Arnie Wittenstein delves into the Vilna Gaon's editing methodology, distinguishing his profound understanding of Talmudic texts from modern textual cri...

Jewish activist Erica Pelman discusses her work with SHIFRA, an organization dedicated to supporting Jewish women facing unplanned pregnancies, and proposes ...

Avi Killip explores three models of Jewish leadership, drawing on personal experiences and religious teachings. The 'hero model' sees leaders, especially rab...

Rabbi Eliezer's passionate insistence on his interpretation in the Oven of Akhnai story unveils a deeper critique of rabbinic authority. Initially, Eliezer's...

Exploring the role of women in the Talmud, this piece encourages readers to re-evaluate assumptions about female invisibility in ancient rabbinic texts. High...

In the 18th century, members of a Jerusalem synagogue crafted a seven-branched candelabra, reminiscent of the Temple Menorah, prompting rabbinic disapproval ...

Natan Slifkin tackles the complex issue of drafting charedi Jews into the Israeli army, highlighting both practical and ideological challenges. Practically, ...

Eve Grubin, an American-born poet based in London, explores the transformative power of poetry in navigating grief. Grubin, who grew up in a secular Jewish f...

In this video, Ben Shapiro addresses misconceptions about the Talmud, particularly those that may foster misunderstanding between Jews and Christians. Shapir...

Cindy Scarr explores the tension between absolutist religious beliefs and the influence of cultural figures like Israeli pop singers, who often embody a maso...

Chava, an Orthodox Jewish woman, embarked on an extensive exploration of Jewish feminism, aiming to reconcile her religious beliefs with modern feminist idea...

Mira Fox explores the growing tension some Jews feel within progressive circles, especially following recent developments in the Israel-Hamas conflict. The w...

Mikey Lebrett examines the Orthodox Jewish perspective on extra-communal philanthropy, delving into whether it is forbidden, permitted, or mandated by halakh...

Andorra, a small nation in the Pyrenees where non-Catholic places of worship are currently illegal, has welcomed its first full-time rabbi, Kuty Kalmenson, a...

The article by Meir Kraus explores the increasing movement within Israeli religious society advocating for the rebuilding of the Temple on Temple Mount. This...

This lecture explores the historical controversies surrounding Moses Maimonides, a seminal figure in Sephardic Jewry and Jewish philosophy. Known for his rol...

Rabbi Steven Gotlib closes 18Forty's "Faith in Reason" series with a reflection on Jewish philosophy as a means to systematically approach theology from a pe...

In a touching personal narrative, Sara Blancke shares how her Southern interfaith family crafted a meaningful bat mitzvah for her daughter within a unique se...

The episode delves into the complex questions surrounding the responsibility of giving tzedakah, or charity, especially when confronted by potentially inauth...

Tuvia Book, an IDF reservist and combat medic, self-reinstated into the reserves during the recent conflict, becoming part of an innovative medical extractio...

Future of Jewish, led by Joshua Hoffman, is a publication committed to providing in-depth insights and education on Judaism, Israel, and global Jewish issues...

Navigating the complexities of interfaith relationships, particularly the pressure to marry within the Jewish community, the author reflects on personal fami...

Haaretz Podcast explores the unprecedented ICC arrest warrants for Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and former Defense Minister Yoav Gallant, examin...

Rabbi Arnie Wittenstein discusses the analysis and editing of Midrashim, focusing on the different approaches of the Vilna Gaon and his son, R. Avrohom Vilne...

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is contending with significant legal and political challenges, both domestically and internationally. Arrest warrants from ...

In Portland, Oregon, the creation of the Eastside Jewish Commons (EJC) marks a significant shift in how Jewish communities adapt to 21st-century challenges. ...