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We Are Brooklyn: Stories of Hope is a new comic book that features personal narratives highlighting diverse cultural intersections in Brooklyn, developed by ...

Emuna, a central concept in Jewish belief, must be used wisely and not lead to blind adherence or confusion, as seen in both religious and political realms. ...

The Texas State Board of Education is considering adopting a curriculum, known as Bluebonnet Learning, which integrates biblical stories into public school s...

The novel "Goyhood" by Reuven Fenton tells the story of Mayer Belkin, a Brooklyn-based Talmud scholar who discovers a shocking family secret upon returning t...

In "Face the Music: Chapter 5" by Cindy Scarr, the story explores the internal transformation of Chaim Weiss, who has grown from a man with vague ambitions t...

Rebbe Aharon Teitelbaum of Satmar recently visited the Satmar kehillah in Argentina, discovering a unique chassidic enclave that blends Hungarian chassidus w...

Ruth Zacharin discusses how Massachusetts has become a leader in gun safety through legislative advocacy, community-based approaches, and comprehensive data ...

Dr. Malka Simkovich explores the ancient Jewish experience of diaspora, starting from the Babylonian exile, and how it shaped Jewish identity through changin...

In his review of Miri Freud-Kandel's book on Louis Jacobs, Steven Gotlib explores the complex interplay between traditional Jewish theology and modern though...

In this thought-provoking piece, Gary Wexler challenges Democrats to reconsider their post-election strategies after recent political defeats, emphasizing th...

Natan Slifkin critiques Rav Moshe Hillel Hirsch's assertion that charedi Torah study and supposed acts of chessed (kindness) are vital for Israel's survival,...

Joshua Hoffman reflects on his transformative journey from viewing his Jewish identity as a burden to embracing it with pride and purpose. Initially dismissi...

Robert Alter examines the implications of President-elect Donald Trump's proposal to reinstate prayer in public schools, highlighting the dangers it poses to...

The piece explores the tensions between Hesder students and the Charedi community in Israel, primarily focusing on their differing approaches to national ser...

The discussion revolves around the controversial selection of Robert F. Kennedy Jr. by President-elect Trump, amidst a broader context of public distrust in ...

The Independent Jewish Day School (IJDS) in Hendon must revise its admissions policy following a partial upholding of a complaint by the Office of the School...

This episode features discussions on the appropriate length of dating before engagement in Jewish communities, evaluating both traditional practices and cont...

In this episode, the hosts discuss recent Israeli military actions in northern Gaza, examining the implications and ethics of these operations amid accusatio...

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is set to finally face corruption charges in court after years of delaying tactics that have undermined Israel's ju...

Rev. Dr. Andrew Bennett, a Catholic leader in Ottawa, has successfully rallied over 700 Christian faith leaders across Canada to sign the Canadian Christian ...

"Agent Angst" explores ethical and legal dilemmas related to various agent-client relationships in Jewish life, covering topics like travel bookings, real es...

The article critiques Rabbi Shraga Kallus's lecture opposing Charedi participation in the IDF, highlighting his extremist views within Orthodox Judaism. Desp...

In this exploration by Natan Slifkin, the focus is a clarification of phrases used in the Talmud that are often associated with Torah study and its practice....

The article by Natan Slifkin examines the argument that Torah study is as essential to national defense as serving in the Israeli Defense Forces (IDF), speci...

Lee Zeldin, a Jewish former congressman from New York, has been appointed by Donald Trump to lead the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) in his upcoming a...

Through the story of Faigy and Dovi, a young couple newly engaged, Cindy Scarr delves into the challenges and triumphs of navigating early marriage within th...

Joshua Leifer's "Tablets Shattered: The End of an American Jewish Century and the Future of Jewish Life" critiques the American Jewish experience, focusing o...

Peter Beinart engages with complex themes surrounding truth, political strategy, and morality, drawing from historical and contemporary examples. He critique...

Orthodox Jewish couples looking to travel to non-kosher destinations like Aruba can navigate dietary and modesty challenges with some planning. The presence ...

"Nobody Wants This," a Netflix series about an interdating rabbi, has sparked conversation about the evolving norms within Progressive Judaism concerning int...

Natan Slifkin critically examines the usage of the term 'parasite' to describe the haredi community, noting its historically antisemitic connotations and con...

Microblading and its permissibility under Jewish law are explored, with contributions from various experts addressing whether the semi-permanent cosmetic pro...

Natan Slifkin critiques the American Jewish perspective on achdus (unity), which he sees as overly passive and not aligned with Torah values demanding active...

Rabbi Arnie Wittenstein delves into the Torah's perspective on war, examining its moral complexities and the historical implications of the Gog and Magog con...

Rabbi Yitzhak Berdugo delves into the debate around visiting gravesites for prayer, discussing whether it is permissible or even desirable according to Jewis...

In the wake of Vice President Kamala Harris's electoral defeat to Donald Trump, some Democrats are speculating that choosing Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapi...

Elissa Slotkin, a centrist Jewish Democrat, has won the Michigan Senate race against former Rep. Mike Rogers, marking a significant win for Democrats in a pi...

Joe Lieberman's tenure as the first Orthodox Jewish senator in the United States reflects a unique intersection of faith and politics. Known for his soft-spo...

Josh Stein, a Democrat and North Carolina's Attorney General, has been elected as the state's first Jewish governor, joining the ranks of six Jewish state ex...

Rivka Ravitz, a Charedi woman and successful career figure, embodies the complexities of integrating Charedi life with participation in the secular world. De...

Natan Slifkin addresses persistent myths regarding Charedim and military service in Israel, providing factual rebuttals to ten common misconceptions. He clar...

Chaim Trachtman discusses the contrasting perspectives of Hillel and Shammai, two famed Talmudic sages, especially in their views on women in marriage and le...

Rabbi Neil Comess-Daniels discusses his decision to vote for Kamala Harris in the context of Jewish values and his past connection to Stephen Miller, a promi...

The article highlights congressional and gubernatorial races in which Jewish interests and voters play a crucial role. Key races to watch include New York's ...

The video explores the fascinating parallel between tefillin, the traditional Jewish phylacteries worn during prayer, and modern technology like computers. I...

Elana Stein Hain and Leora Batnitzky explore musings from Pirkei Avot regarding the function and necessity of government, particularly in the context of elec...

The Ottawa-based Centre for Holocaust Education and Scholarship (CHES) has created a new self-guided tour via the IWalk app to enhance visitor experience at ...

Natan Slifkin explores the charedi community's separation from Klal Yisrael, highlighting its consequences and historical context. While charedi groups maint...

Abigail Pogrebin, a Reform journalist, and Rabbi Dov Linzer, a Modern Orthodox rabbi, demonstrate the power of dialogue through their book "It Takes Two to T...

Sruli Fruchter explores the challenges and nuances of translating the teachings of Rav Menachem Froman, a spiritually complex figure known for his controvers...