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The book "Crypto-Jewish Prayers from Northern Portugal" shares the fascinating story of a community that managed to maintain Jewish practices in secrecy for ...

As Israel engaged in the Swords of Iron war, the focus was primarily on physical protection for soldiers, with Jewish communities worldwide raising significa...

Esteemed guests discuss Jewish ethical principles in business, emphasizing the importance of Kiddush Hashem in avoiding dubious practices. The episode also e...

Rivka Bennun Kay delves into Rabbi Joseph B. Soloveitchik's advocacy for keeping religious emotions private, highlighting how this reflects broader Jewish va...

Future of Jewish, led by Joshua Hoffman, is a publication focused on providing deeper insights and understanding of Judaism, Israel, and Jewish global issues...

Joe Sanberg, a former rising star in the Democratic party and co-founder of the green energy company Aspiration, has become the central figure in an NBA scan...

Rabbi DovBer Pinson explores the concept of teshuva (repentance) by differentiating between "lower" and "higher" forms, urging Jews to focus on the root caus...

In the early 20th century, the month of Elul in European yeshivas was imbued with the ethos of the Mussar movement, a movement that emphasized ethical and sp...

Jack Cohen explores the often-misunderstood concept of tzniut (modesty) in Jewish thought, particularly within Modern Orthodox circles. He critiques the idea...

Rabbi Yosef Blau, an 86-year-old retired leader within the modern Orthodox community, sparked intense debate by leading an open letter condemning Israel's ro...

Elisheva Thompson emphasizes the crucial role of robust organizational systems in supporting Jewish communal professionals. In response to Barry Finestone's ...

Dovid Bashevkin explores the enduring relevance of idolatry in a modern context while recounting his childhood memories of Avraham's iconoclastic tale. He de...

Rivka Bennun Kay explores the teachings of Rabbi Yehuda Amital on spiritual introspection during the month of Elul, drawing from his book "When God is Near."...

This episode delves into the Third Order of the Mishnah, Nashim, which concerns laws relating to women, marriage, and vows, and includes discussions on levir...

The episode explores the delicate balance of protecting community safety while respecting individual rights, focusing on the implications of Jewish law (hala...

Rep. Ritchie Torres' appearance on comedian Adam Friedland's show became an unexpected moment of raw emotional exchange over the Israel-Hamas conflict. Initi...

Exploring the complexities of seeking forgiveness in Jewish tradition, this piece delves into various scenarios where mechilah (forgiveness) is sought and gr...

Rabbi Shalom Paltiel explores the theme of perception in Parsha Re'eh, asking whether our engagement with the Torah is primarily through sight or hearing. Mo...

Amidst heightened tensions and increased anti-Jewish sentiment globally, both the Moetzes Gedolei HaTorah of Agudah and religious leaders from other faiths, ...

Yosef, born to a Muslim father and Jewish mother, ultimately decided to embrace his Jewish identity. Despite his diverse familial roots, he chose to align wi...

Rochi Ebner discusses the integration of Rav Kook's spirituality and teachings in contemporary Judaism, emphasizing personal and communal transformation in p...

Following allegations of electoral fraud in the recent World Zionist Congress elections, this piece draws on Torah principles to argue for accountability and...

This opinion piece addresses recent developments in Tel Aviv concerning gender and faith discrimination, where synagogues are being asked to sign agreements ...

Curtis Sliwa, the Republican candidate for New York City mayor, is known for his iconic red beret representing his work with the Guardian Angels. Beyond poli...

Renowned rabbis discuss the halachic concept of unfair business competition, highlighting the four red lines in business that cannot be crossed according to ...

In this episode of the "Ordinary People Extraordinary Stories" podcast, the discussion revolves around the cultural and religious implications of tattoos wit...

Barbra Streisand enthusiasts are in for a treat with the auction of what is claimed to be the world's largest Streisand memorabilia collection, curated by th...

Filmmaker Sarah Friedland and feminist scholar Lynne Segal explore aging through a feminist lens, inspired by the Jewish Communist community's concepts of ca...

Joshua Hoffman from Future of Jewish discusses the publication's efforts to provide nuanced coverage of Judaism, Israel, and Jewish global issues without bar...

Natan Slifkin critiques the American Agudas Yisroel's take on global and Israeli Jewish issues as outlined in their proclamation. He argues that while the Am...

Exploring a story from Yevamot 16:6, Dovid Campbell's creative project, "Legal Fictions," reflects on Mishnaic law through narrative, capturing the nuanced w...

The article discusses the tension between the IDF's obligations to accommodate the religious practices of Charedi soldiers and the Charedi community's percep...

Zabar's, the iconic 91-year-old grocery store in New York's Upper West Side, has inspired a new limited-edition Adidas sneaker as part of a collaboration cel...

Donniel Hartman and Yehuda Kurtzer engage in a profound discussion on the challenges of Jewish leadership amidst the ongoing trauma from recent events, focus...

In a significant move amidst the Gaza humanitarian crisis, 80 rabbis from the liberal wing of Modern Orthodoxy have issued a letter calling for moral clarity...

Cindy Scarr emphasizes the critical role of having a personal rabbi or "rav" to consult on spiritual and halachic matters, drawing from traditional Jewish te...

The Russo-Japanese War of 1904-1905, a conflict ignited by imperial aspirations, dramatically impacted the Russian Jewish community. Despite being conscripte...

Cindy Scarr reflects on her formative years spent under the tutelage of Harav Dov Berel, ztz"l, at Yeshiva Shaarei Torah in Monsey. As a student, she engaged...

Diplomat Dennis Ross explores the possibility of negotiations to end the Gaza conflict, emphasizing that both Palestinian and Israeli sides must focus on nee...

Rabbi Joey Rosenfeld discusses the role of Jewish mysticism in navigating contemporary chaos by exploring the concepts of imperfection and yearning. He empha...

This piece explores a significant halachic ruling by the Satmar Rebbe concerning Jewish identity and maternal lineage, set against the backdrop of historical...

Rabbi Dovid Hofstedter, a philanthropist from Toronto, is accused of undermining Israel's efforts to address its military manpower crisis by enlisting Americ...

Louis Keene explores the intersection between journalism and Judaism, particularly focusing on how the role of a gabbai at a Modern Orthodox synagogue parall...

Natan Slifkin discusses the tensions between the Charedi community and the State of Israel, focusing on statements from Charedi leaders who equate attempts t...

The halachic perspective on intellectual property, particularly regarding music and media downloads, is explored through discussions with Rabbi Yosef Dovid J...

Elli Benaiah explores the complex relationship between Israel and Jewish identity, particularly in the diaspora, post-October 7th. Benaiah argues that while ...

The podcast episode discusses the complexities and challenges of understanding the Israel-Gaza conflict in the current media landscape, acknowledging the inf...

The article explores the concept of "asthenes," an Aramaic term indicating a condition of physical, sensory, or psychological sensitivity, within Jewish text...

Rabbi Shalom Paltiel explores the dual nature of the mitzvah of tefillin in the context of Parsha Eikev, examining whether the head and arm tefillin constitu...

The article by Rivka Bennun Kay explores the historical and theological complexities associated with the involvement of different Jewish communities in the d...