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The story of the Binding of Isaac, or Akeidah, showcases Abraham's dilemma between obeying God's command to sacrifice his son and acting ethically. However, ...

The article discusses the state of advanced Talmud Torah for women, particularly in the context of Rabbi Soloveitchik's influence and the experience of teach...

The article discusses the implications of a passage in the Talmud that states all Jews have a share in the World to Come, even those executed for serious cri...

Rabbi Aharon Lichtenstein emphasizes the importance of women's Torah study and religious practice, rooted in a concern for current and future generations. He...

Jon D. Levenson responds to Levi Morrow's objections regarding Levenson's interpretation of a passage from the Babylonian Talmud linking the Temple to restra...

The Torah, aside from being foundational in Judaism, contains the only contemporary account of the origin of the seven-day week, including the weekend. Abrah...

The text explores the purpose of rabbinic law and its relationship to biblical text through a narrative involving Rabbi David calming threatening waters thro...

Rabbinic law's purpose and creativity, distinct from biblical law, are explored through aggadah narratives, like the story of David subduing chaotic waters w...

Devora Steinmetz responds to Rabbi Saul Berman's essay on Rabbi Joseph B. Soloveitchik's influence on women's Talmud study. She appreciates the progress made...

Leonard A. Matanky reflects on his experience teaching girls Talmud at Ida Crown Jewish Academy in Chicago for nearly 30 years, emphasizing the importance of...

The discussion revolves around the permissibility of using zip-ties to hold down the sekhakh (covering) of a sukkah. While some halakhic recommendations disc...

In 1976, a movement to introduce intensive Talmud study at Stern College for Women was born, prompted by Dr. Haym Soloveitchik's belief in the importance of ...

In this episode of Unorthodox, Rabbi Shai Held discusses the relevance and challenges of interpreting Leviticus and shares insights from his book The Heart o...

In this episode of Unorthodox, the hosts delve into the themes of atonement and apology for the Yom Kippur season, exploring what makes an apology sincere an...

The article discusses the Jewish ritual of Kapparot, where a chicken is waved around one's head as a form of atonement. The historical, halachic, and mystica...

Rabbinic leaders of the Chabad-Lubavitch movement have issued a proclamation urging immediate reporting of all forms of abuse, including child sexual abuse, ...

The article discusses the parallels between Shakespeare's play "King Lear" and the biblical story of the binding of Isaac. It explores how both stories revol...

Rabbi Binyomin Eisenberger and Moishe Bane discuss the challenges of prayer, emphasizing that the essence of prayer is developing a deep connection to Hashem...

Rabbi Binyomin Eisenberger discusses with Moishe (Mark) Bane the challenges of prayer, emphasizing how tefillah reflects our connection to Hashem and the imp...

NCSY has created a unique Siddur aimed at revolutionizing teenage prayer experiences, filled with stories, questions, and images to inspire young people's co...

Rav Shimshon Pincus' book, "Gates of Prayer: The Ten Terms of TefillahSpanning the Spectrum of Prayer," explores the nuances and importance of prayer, emphas...

In "Gates of Prayer: The Ten Terms of Tefillah," authored by Shimshon Dov Pincus and reviewed by Gil Student, the focus is on understanding and appreciating ...

This article provides a list of recommended books on prayer that have been helpful for personal prayer and teaching. Some highlighted works include "Netiv Bi...

The text discusses the different ways individuals approach prayer, highlighting two main modalities: avodah shebalev, where one connects emotionally and inte...

In this discussion on the state of prayer ("tefillah"), Daniel Korobkin explores the concept of prayer with intention ("kavanah") versus the recitation of pr...

Rabbi David Levy, a rabbi from West Virginia who made aliyah in 1996, shared his experience of dealing with the death of his son, Noam, who died in a counter...

The legend of Narcissus, as retold by Ovid, involves a young man overly obsessed with his own beauty, leading to tragic consequences. In contrast, in a Talmu...

The article explores the misconception that Jews have not historically engaged in visual art due to the prohibition against making images in the Second Comma...

The text discusses the issue of subjecting non-Jewish nominees to religious tests during confirmation hearings, focusing on the recent Senate judiciary commi...

Rabbi Moshe Feinstein, in a sermon on the 150th anniversary of the United States Constitution, praised America for having a government structure that resists...

The discussion centers around the growing popularity of the Slonimer Rebbe's work, Netivot Shalom, in various Jewish communities and its representation of Ha...

This episode of Unorthodox delves into everything related to Jewish weddings, featuring insights from author Anita Diamant, filmmaker Roberta Grossman, Rabbi...

Rabbi Hayyim Soloveitchik's innovative method of Talmud study, known as the Brisker method, became popular in Lithuanian yeshivot in the early 20th century. ...

The article discusses the historical and contemporary silence of Orthodox Judaism in addressing social justice issues, particularly in the context of the Cha...

In a reflection on a recent court case involving get-torturers, the focus lies on the courts' dismissal of the torturers' claims of religious liberty under t...

United Torah Judaism, a haredi party in the Israeli Knesset, is grappling with the question of whether electricity can be kosher if operated by non-Jews on S...

In the poem "Being Single" by R. Rosenfeld, the experience of loneliness, frustration, and societal judgment faced by single individuals, particularly women,...

The text explores the rationale behind Shabbat observance in Judaism, highlighting two main perspectives: one based on God's resting after creating the world...

In this poetic and philosophical text by Zohar Atkins, a discussion among heavenly ministers reflects on God's actions during a fast day. Different perspecti...

In the discussion of how Halakhah changes from traditional practices to contemporary adjustments, the focus is on the evolution of Tisha be-Av observances, p...

The text reflects on the enduring significance of Tisha B'Av, highlighting how the destruction of the Temple and the mourning rituals bring forth memories of...

The article discusses the decentralization of religious authority in Orthodox Jewish life due to the absence of universally recognized Torah giants like Mosh...

Some Jewish parents are opting out of the traditional circumcision ritual known as bris, which dates back to the biblical story of Abraham. While bris has be...

A recent proclamation by 44 rabbis in Israel raised concerns about the Beth Din of America's halakhic prenuptial agreement, suggesting it might be problemati...

The article discusses a case where a group of Orthodox Jewish men, including rabbis, were involved in a torture-for-hire scheme targeting husbands who refuse...

The text discusses the recent controversy surrounding the Israeli Chief Rabbinate's "Blacklist" of overseas rabbis whose authority they do not recognize for ...

Rabbi Rephoel Szmerla's book, "Alternative Medicine in Halachah," explores the halakhic case for alternative medical treatments, reflecting a trend within so...

Dr. Joseph Ringel from Northwestern University explores the connection between halakha, politics, and culture within Sephardic religious leaders in Israel. T...

Scholarly works by Yair Furstenberg, Mira Balberg, and Stuart S. Miller delve into the intricate topic of purity in ancient Jewish communities. Ritual purity...

In "Great Jews in Robes," David Dalin explores the rise of Jews to prominent positions in American law, particularly focusing on Jewish Supreme Court Justice...