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Rachel Goldberg-Polin discusses the painful reality of spending Passover with her son Hersh held hostage by Hamas, highlighting the challenges of maintaining...

Raphael Magarik discusses the concept of Shabbat HaGadol as a form of general strike, inspired by Rabbi Joseph di Trani's interpretation. This idea suggests ...

The Kapshitter family tragedy, where a family was murdered by Hamas terrorists, highlighted the issue of Jewish burial rights in Israel. Despite the family's...

The text discusses a crisis of leadership in politics, business, and religion, highlighting widespread distrust towards leaders. Drawing from the biblical st...

The article discusses the contemporary crisis of trust in leaders across political, corporate, and religious spheres, emphasizing the need for a new attitude...

Elana Stein Hain and Leora Batnitzky discuss the omnipresence of chaos in contemporary life, exploring lessons from Talmudic stories about King David's confr...

Rabbi Judah the Prince proposed the acronym Dtzakh Adash Bachav to summarize the ten plagues in the Haggadah, prompting diverse interpretations through the a...

Nate Oman, a devout Mormon, went on a 10-hour drive to Philadelphia to purchase whiskey and other leavened products for Passover from a Jewish congregation t...

Rabbi Ari Wasserman engages prominent rabbis like Rabbi Dr. Yitzchak Breitowitz and Rabbi Moshe Hauer in a multifaceted discussion on Jewish unity (achdus), ...

The text discusses various perspectives on Pesach from a rationalist viewpoint, covering topics such as the size of a kezayis, the significance of eating mat...

Rabbi Ilan Acoca delves into the heated historical controversy surrounding machine-made matzah, highlighting its impact on both Ashkenazi and Sephardic commu...

The discussion explores the theme of loneliness, empathy, and unity in the context of the Talmudic story of Choni and the weekly Torah portion Metzora. The T...

In the discussion of Pesah as Zeman Simhateinu, the text delves into the tradition of referring to the last days of Pesah as a time of rejoicing over victory...

Senator Joe Lieberman contributed a Torah-based essay to a book called Letters to President ClintonBiblical Lessons on Faith and Leadership, a compilation of...

Former Senator Joe Lieberman was widely admired for his steadfast commitment to observing Shabbat, despite the challenges it posed during his career as a Uni...

Joseph Lieberman, a prominent Orthodox Jewish politician in US history, was known for shaping his political views and conduct through Torah study and Orthodo...

Exploring a peculiar ritual involving ears, thumbs, and toes from the Torah portion Metzora while delving into its Talmudic origins in this episode of Parsha...

The text discusses the controversy surrounding the issue of yeshiva students being drafted into the IDF, particularly in the perspective of Charedi rabbis wh...

This article reflects on the concept of liberation in the Jewish community this year, particularly transitioning from Purim's themes of threats and instabili...

The text discusses the legal intricacies and religious significance of the practice of selling chametz (leavened food) before Passover, focusing on the forma...

A discussion between Justice Stephen Breyer and Robert Siegel about the importance of pragmatism in interpreting the U.S. Constitution, as opposed to textual...

Rabbi Elliot Cosgrove and Professor Daniel Matt explore the transformation of the prophet Elijah from a biblical zealot to a revered, compassionate figure in...

Chana Weisberg recounts the selfless act of her late father, Rabbi Dovid Schochet, who spent a night in jail to assist another Jew in performing a mitzvah.

A video showcasing the journey of Nicolle Rubinstein, from being not religious to becoming a Chabad emissary in Tamarindo, Costa Rica.

The episode examines the fascination with Egyptology and its historical importance compared to Greek and Roman history, exploring how it aligns with or contr...

Gedalia M. Stern, a partner at NechelesLaw, is part of former President Trump's legal team in the hush money trial. He specializes in representing clients in...

Following the events of October 7, which served as a wake-up call for religious Jews worldwide, Mishpacha Magazine embarked on a project to gauge the impact ...

The writer grapples with the struggle of balancing values as she navigates interactions with her off-the-derech sister in her home. She reflects on the chall...

In "On Call: Chapter 3 Jeopardy," the protagonist, a medical resident, grapples with being called into work on Shabbat as a substitute for a colleague. Despi...

In this chapter titled "Jeopardy" from a story called "On Call," a Jewish medical resident is confronted with a dilemma when asked to cover a Saturday night ...

The text discusses 20 significant contributors' viewpoints on pivotal changes, trends, and developments in the last two decades within the Jewish community. ...

A proposal has emerged from Charedi parties in Israel suggesting drafting approximately 25% of yeshiva students annually, possibly rising to nearly 50%, a si...

The text discusses the unique role of Jews in the world, comparing it to driving a nail with a screwdriver - possible but not ideal. It delves into the conce...

Jury selection has commenced in the hush money trial involving former President Donald Trump, drawing attention to what the Talmud says about payments and ta...

The discussion explores the idea of reintroducing a blasphemy law in the UK considering Noahide laws' prohibition on blasphemy. The Orthodox view mentions th...

The episode explores a controversial legal battle between Canadian Jewish groups and the Canadian government over new kosher slaughter regulations, perceived...

Ellin Bessner discusses a legal challenge in Canada surrounding new regulations on kosher animal slaughter, which Jewish groups argue infringe on religious f...

Rabbi Moshe Hillel Hirsch, a prominent figure in Lithuanian Jewry, advocates for strict insularity to shield the Jewish community from external influences. I...

The article discusses the biblical origins and significance behind the naming of large wine bottle sizes, such as Methuselah, Nebuchadnezzar, and others. The...

"The Hebrew Lips" is a poem reflecting on the tension within Jews between the harshness of biblical texts and the reverence for human life inherent in the He...

Yechiel Leiter reflects on the profound loss of his son Moshe, who fell in battle against Hamas, while celebrating his life and contributions. The conversati...

The poem delves into the world of religious Judaism, touching on themes like the Torah, Talmud, observance, commentary, and prayer before abruptly stripping ...

In 1984, a legal case involving the Sabbath rights of employees in Connecticut brought attention to the religious implications of labor laws. A Sunday-observ...

An Indiana state appellate court ruled that Jews have a religious liberty right to abortion under the state's Religious Freedom Restoration Act, potentially ...

David Horovitz, editor of The Times of Israel, discusses the complexities of covering the Israel-Hamas conflict, emphasizing the challenges of maintaining ac...

Donniel Hartman and Sarah Breger discuss the connection between Jewish identity and Jewish values, exploring the strands of "Genesis Judaism" and "Exodus Jud...

Argentinian politician Javier Milei, known for his support of Israel, revealed his Jewish heritage at a Miami synagogue event where he was honored as an Inte...

Broughton Jewish Cassel Fox Primary, a state-aided Jewish school in Salford, breached admission rules by requiring parents to commit to paying contributions ...

Parashat Tazria discusses the priestly role in diagnosing and ritually purifying individuals with skin ailments like tzaraat in biblical times. The priest fu...

In a response to Sephardic Chief Rabbi Yitzhak Yosef's opposition to forced conscription of yeshiva students, Rabbi Dr. Tamir Granot discusses his son, Amita...