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Rabbi Dr. Shai Held's book "Judaism is about Love" delves into the distinction between two types of love in Judaism: ahavah rabbah (abundant, passionate love...

The text discusses the concept of trust in the context of the weekly Torah portion Behar, focusing on the mitzvah of shmittah and the observance of Shabbat. ...

The Shabbat times from May 24 to May 31 are provided for various cities in the UK, including London, Bournemouth, Leeds, Manchester, Gateshead, and Glasgow. ...

Renowned posek Rav Moshe Brandsdorfer discusses the halachic aspects of Lag BaOmer, addressing a query about visiting Rabbi Shimon bar Yochai's kever in Mero...

Rabbi Beni Wajnberg, who has served communities worldwide, shares insights on the importance of actively engaging with synagogue and Jewish life without mere...

Rabbi Beni Wajnberg shares insightful perspectives from his diverse rabbinic journey, advocating for a model of synagogue participation that values personal ...

Rabbi Beni Wajnberg explores the concept of being a shareholder in Jewish synagogues rather than merely paying dues, encouraging active engagement and presen...

Lily Greenberg Call, a former Special Assistant at the Department of Interior in the Biden administration, recently resigned in protest of US policy in Gaza,...

The Abraham Joshua Heschel School in Manhattan has removed a teacher, Daniel Haines, following his arrest on charges of raping a teenage girl in 2022, before...

In this article, an encounter is described between a rabbi and staff at an Israeli bank, where despite the staff not being religiously observant, they eagerl...

The traditional depiction of the Luchot (Tablets containing the 10 Commandments) as rounded at the top in most illustrations deviates from the Talmudic descr...

Rabbi Chaim and Binyamin Jachter's "The Halachic Haircutting Handbook" delves into the often-debated topic of whether halachah forbids men from shaving their...

The episode examines the baffling expressions of condolence from American institutions for the late Iranian president, critiques the legitimacy of organizati...

Rabbi Ammiel Hirsch discusses the importance of Zionism and Jewish Peoplehood within Reform Judaism, emphasizing the need for unity among Jewish denomination...

The essay discusses the mainstream media's alleged anti-Israel bias, particularly in its coverage of legal actions against Israel, such as investigations by ...

Rav Aharon Feldman, a prominent figure in Agudas Yisrael of America, offers a theodicy for the Gaza war in a letter suggesting it was a Divine message due to...

Rabbi Schonfeld, Rabbi Garfield, and Rav Aaron Lopiansky delve into various important issues regarding the study of gemara in part two of their discussion. T...

The podcast delves into the complex topic of resurrection based on Jewish eschatological beliefs as outlined in the teachings of Maimonides and other sources...

Rabbi Ken Spiro provides a breakdown of Judaism, Christianity, and Islam, analyzing the connections to Israel and highlighting the prevalence of antisemitism.

The author discusses the importance of condemning settler violence in Israel, drawing parallels between extremist groups like Hamas and radicalized Israeli s...

Exploring the halachic implications of Elijah the Prophet visiting a cemetery in the Parshah Rabbit Hole episode 31 (Emor).

The text discusses the pervasive presence of barbarism in humanity and the need to confront and channel it in a sacred manner. It references historical atroc...

Rabbi Dweck provides solutions to various questions, from maintaining focus during prayer to understanding the significance of different Torah scripts. He al...

The Parashah Emor focuses on instructions for the priesthood, detailing aspects of rituals and qualifications for offering sacrifices in the Temple. While th...

The author reflects on their personal journey of Jewish affiliation, revealing a deep connection to Orthodox Judaism stemming from a family history where Jew...

The article discusses the narrative of the "blasphemer" in Leviticus and challenges the common translation of the sin as blasphemy. The story focuses on Ben ...

Chapter 4 of "Picture This" depicts Yonah and Estee setting up their home together. Yonah showcases his spatial skills while hanging curtains, reflecting on ...

Rabbi Yehuda Levin, a highly respected figure, lived a life marked by both great wealth and personal trials, embodying values of Torah study, modesty, and he...

The text describes personal anecdotes related to financial matters and the concept of bitachon, or trust in God. Esther Kurtz shares experiences of offering ...

The text discusses the issue of conformity and revisionist history within the Jewish religious community, noting a shift towards more stringent observance an...

Toronto veterans of the Yom Kippur War reflect on their wartime experiences, emphasizing the lasting psychological impact of combat. They draw parallels to t...

A Japanese man from a family of Samurai shares his journey of becoming an Orthodox Jew and draws surprising parallels between the two cultures.

A reader seeks advice from a Bintel Brief regarding a noisy neighbor in an assisted living facility who disrupts their sleep with a loud TV. Feeling their ri...

Rabbi Mari Chernow reflects on the complexities of student movements on college campuses, addressing the dilemma faced by progressive Jews who may be perceiv...

The Etgar Quiz covers various Jewish topics: a Nobel Prize-winning poet who escaped Nazi Germany (Nelly Sachs), a Chasidic Rebbe and university professor (Ra...

The episode explores the halachic implications of using advanced technologies like Neuralink, Fitbits, and voice-activated electronics on Shabbos. The discus...

In this episode, Rabbi Shlomo Brody discusses the Jewish perspectives on military ethics, particularly in the context of Israel's operations in Gaza. He pres...

The Sephardi Kashrut Authority (SKA) has recently given kosher approval to hula hoops, specifically the ready salted flavor, making it a suitable snack for c...

Robert F. Kennedy Jr., a vaccine skeptic, shared in a deposition that a brain worm caused his memory loss, likely from a pork tapeworm, possibly a consequenc...

The Parashah of the week, Kedoshim, emphasizes the command to be holy, highlighting that every action should be sanctified and serve a higher purpose, even m...

The provided text outlines Shabbat times and important dates from May 10 to May 17. It includes the start and end times of Shabbat in various cities on May 1...

Orthodox Jewish student Reuvi Scheinerman was removed from an American Airlines flight along with another Orthodox passenger, Yehudah Roffman, who had expres...

Various rabbis provide perspectives on whether one can be disqualified from being Jewish. They emphasize that once Jewish, always Jewish, with certain criter...

SAR High School in Riverdale, New York is challenging taboos around sex education in Modern Orthodox high schools by introducing a Jewish Sexual Ethics cours...

The author reflects on the challenges of facing post-holiday news in an uncertain world, particularly with rising antisemitism and other global concerns. Dra...

Rav Yechiel Perr, the revered Rosh Yeshivah of the Yeshiva of Far Rockaway, passed away at 89, leaving a profound impact on the Torah and mussar world and th...

Rabbi Ilan Acoca delves into the intricacies of tzedakah (charity) laws, drawing extensively from the Mishneh Torah and emphasizing the ethical and practical...

The Independent Jewish Day School in Hendon has been rated outstanding by Pikuach for its Jewish studies, with high levels of teaching and learning. The scho...

The Jewish community is currently experiencing significant divides, particularly regarding the debate around Charedi army service in Israel. Some Charedi fig...

The author commends Jewish students observing Shabbat and performing mitzvot at the United for Palestine encampment at the University of Chicago, clarifying ...