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The article examines the paradoxical stance of the 'Wives of Soldiers for the Sanctity of the Camp,' who support Rabbi Yitzhak Yosef's assertion that even no...

Dana Shavin reflects on her personal journey of navigating holiday traditions with her Christian in-laws. Initially overwhelmed by Christmas at her husband's...

Following the tragic events of October 7, many unaffiliated American Jews are experiencing a profound reconnection with their Jewish identity, now being refe...

In the aftermath of recent tragic events, many American Jews are reconnecting with their heritage, prompting a discussion on how the Orthodox community can w...

Rebbetzin Gevura Davis discusses the transformative shift seen amongst American Jews since October 7, as they begin reconnecting with their heritage, and out...

Rabbi Dr. Warren Goldstein proposes a bold ten-year plan to inspire one million Jewish families to embrace Shabbat observance as a means to combat assimilati...

Rabbi Dr. Warren Goldstein proposes a bold plan to strengthen global Jewish identity by focusing efforts on promoting Shabbat observance. With assimilation i...

Rabbi Efraim Mintz calls upon the Orthodox community to seize the current moment, where many American Jews are reconnecting with their heritage, by embracing...

Rabbi Efraim Mintz discusses the evolution of Orthodox Jewry's response to challenges posed by modernity, specifically highlighting the kiruv (outreach) move...

The symposium explores different perspectives on Jewish outreach, emphasizing the importance of fostering Jewish identity and pride, even if it doesn't immed...

Kesher Yehudi is a social movement in Israel dedicated to uniting religious and secular Jews through the pairing of study partners, known as chavrutot. The o...

Project Inspire is a volunteer-driven initiative that facilitates joyful and experiential Jewish events for individuals from diverse backgrounds, without exp...

In a conversation moderated by Rabbi Phil Karesh, Rabbi Shmuel Fuerst and Rabbi Micah Greenland discuss the halachic obligation for engagement in Jewish outr...

Relocating a sefer Torah is a nuanced issue in Jewish law, typically discouraged due to the high respect and honor due to the Torah. Historically, sources ad...

The new translation and commentary of Maimonides' "The Guide to the Perplexed" by Lenn E. Goodman and Phillip I. Lieberman, published by Stanford University ...

Rabbi Gil Student reviews three seminal books touching on different aspects of Jewish thought and practice. Rabbi Yitzchak Shilat's "Medinah, Halachah VeKava...

In an interview with three anonymous Charedi rabbis from prestigious backgrounds, the intricate dynamics within the Israeli Charedi community are explored, r...

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...