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Rebecca Gratz, an influential 19th-century American Jewish woman, is often remembered through the lens of legend and philanthropy. Gratz, whose prominent por...

Rebecca Gratz, often hailed as the foremost American Jewish woman of the 19th century, was instrumental in shaping Jewish communal and philanthropic institut...

Menahem Kahana, a leading scholar of classical rabbinic literature at the Hebrew University of Jerusalem, made groundbreaking contributions to the study of h...

Menahem Kahana, a leading scholar in classical rabbinic literature, passed away on December 10, 2025. A member of Kibbutz Yavne, Kahana thrived under the men...

Dan Rabinowitz explores the controversy sparked by Rabbi Michoel Sorotzkin's impassioned criticism of his report on the Brisker Rov's visit to the Strashun L...

Jenna Weissman Joselit delves into the life and legacy of Mordecai Kaplan, founder of Reconstructionism, in her new biography. Unlike previous works, Joselit...

Jenna Weissman Joselit provides a comprehensive and critical look at Mordecai Kaplan, the founder of Reconstructionist Judaism, in her new biography, "Kaplan...

Frances Wilson's biographical examination of Muriel Spark presents a complex portrait of the enigmatic writer, highlighting her contradictory spiritual ident...

David Kraemer's book, Embracing Exile: The Case for Jewish Diaspora, explores the positive aspects of the Jewish diaspora throughout history. Kraemer argues ...

Parshat Tzav delves into the uneasy marriage of economics and holiness by expanding on the Torah's guidance regarding the sustenance of Kohanim. It explores ...

Blood drives, often requiring donors to pause and recover after donating, serve as unique opportunities for community connection, as seen in those organized ...

Edward Serotta, an American Jewish photojournalist, was secretly surveilled by Romania's notorious secret police, the Securitate, during the 1980s due to his...

With the increasing use of weight-loss drugs like Ozempic, Jewish individuals face unique challenges during Pesach, a holiday deeply centered around dietary ...

Rabbi Ezra Sarna delves into the complex halachot governing Chol HaMoed, challenging the common assumption that it is akin to regular weekdays. Chol HaMoed e...

Karin Prien, a prominent German politician with Jewish ancestry, is considered a frontrunner for Germany's federal presidency in 2027. As a federal minister ...

Joseph Feiler explores the intersection of AI ethics and Jewish thought by examining how halakhah, or Jewish law, trains perception, an element missing in AI...

In the rapidly evolving landscape of nonprofit and Jewish organizations, effectiveness often hides behind layers of jargon and overly complex metrics. Rabbi ...

The article explores how American Jewish leaders' responses to rising antisemitism contrast with the moral perspective of Rabbi Abraham Joshua Heschel. Drawi...

The article highlights a significant decline in Jewish literacy, especially among non-Orthodox Jewish teenagers in the U.S., where only about 5,000 out of 40...

Rabbi Gesa Ederberg's installation as the first European president of the Rabbinical Assembly marks significant progress in the Conservative Jewish movement....

Rabbi Gesa Shira Ederberg has become the first European and the first Jew by choice to lead the Rabbinical Assembly, representing Conservative/Masorti rabbis...

The video explores the significant role that Jewish history plays in the Torah, specifically focusing on the portion Vayikra. Viewed through the lens of hist...

Rabbi Steven Abraham reflects on the lessons following a violent attack on Temple Israel in Michigan, urging that Judaism's response to antisemitism be one o...

Rebecca Hessel Cohen, founder of the popular fashion brand LoveShackFancy, crafted a whimsical and vibrant bat mitzvah celebration for her daughter, Scarlett...

Alicia Jo Rabins, a multifaceted creative and scholar, uses her memoir "When We're Born We Forget Everything" to explore reconnections with spiritual and bib...

Cindy Scarr emphasizes the unique potential of Passover Seders for fostering personal growth and building connections, especially with those who might not sh...

Michael Broyde reflects on his time as a student of Rabbi Dr. Haym Soloveitchik, highlighting their study of the Talmud Yerushalmi. He explores why the works...

Rabbi Mordecai Kaplan was a pivotal 20th-century figure who sought to rejuvenate American Judaism by emphasizing post-denominationalism and Jewish identity a...

Ken Silverman discusses the implications of a recent attack on a Michigan synagogue in relation to Israel and American Jewish communities. He asserts that at...

This video delves into the interpretations of Maimonides regarding the theme of sacrifices in the Torah, particularly in the book of Vayikra (Leviticus). It ...

Robert Browning, the eminent Victorian poet, intriguingly chose to title one of his notable works "Rabbi Ben Ezra," casting the medieval Jewish philosopher A...

Bari Mitzmann, known as Barianna, shares her profound personal journey through religious anxiety and crisis of faith within the Orthodox Jewish community on ...

Mira Fox explores the whimsical debate on whether oysters can be considered kosher, tracing historical and halachic arguments that surfaced in the American J...

The practice of the groom covering the bride's face with a veil, known as "badeken," is a significant custom in Jewish weddings, symbolizing modesty and refl...

Lighting Shabbat candles is a timeless mitzvah that ushers in the tranquility of the Sabbath in Jewish homes worldwide. This ritual, traditionally performed ...

Drawing on the Torah portions Vayakel-Pekudei, the author extracts ten financial management lessons applicable to synagogue leadership today. These insights ...

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...