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This guest essay by Sam Hilt critically examines the modern adoption of the term "Tikkun Olam" in Jewish discourse as a simplification of Judaism's philosoph...

Mark Levine, Manhattan Borough President and candidate for New York City comptroller, has launched a multilingual campaign ad that includes Hebrew to connect...

Finance graduate and professional golfer Josh Goldenberg narrates his journey from working at Goldman Sachs to seizing a rare opportunity to play in the RBC ...

Rav Chaim Kanievsky's stance that charedi yeshiva students should not serve in the IDF is often upheld within the charedi community as an undisputed truth, l...

In "Card-Carrying Member," Cindy Scarr explores the intricacies of using an eiruv on Shabbat, a boundary that allows Jews to carry items in public areas. The...

Nathan Raab, president of the Raab Collection, specializes in unearthing and selling historical documents previously forgotten or underappreciated. The artic...

Jared Isaacman, a Jewish billionaire and private space traveler, saw his nomination to head NASA rescinded by President Trump, who cited Isaacman's past dona...

The article uncovers five lesser-known insights about the Torah, emphasizing its role as a living guide rather than merely a historical document. It highligh...

Rabbi Moshe Taragin's book, "To Be Holy but Human," focuses on Rabbi Yehuda Amital, a figure who straddled the realms of halachic observance and humanistic v...

Natan Slifkin reflects on the profound nature of Jewish conversion, emphasizing that the core of becoming a Jew is not strictly about adherence to religious ...

Rabbi Yoni Fischer draws a compelling parallel between an experiment with addicted rats and the Jewish experience of healing and connection. In the video, he...

A new trend among Christian influencers on TikTok involves the use of a product called "Grace Marks," a Christian reinterpretation of the traditional Jewish ...

The article reflects on the perceived unity displayed during the Daf Yomi Siyum HaShas, organized by Agudath Israel, noting the participation and celebration...

Judge Matthew Solomson discusses the intersection of his Orthodox Jewish faith and public service, highlighting the possibilities for deeply observant Jews t...

Julio Frenk, former president of the University of Miami and current chancellor of UCLA, is taking a strong stand against campus antisemitism. His personal c...

Alana Newhouse, editor-in-chief of Tablet, discusses the launch of a new print magazine, arguing that in an era dominated by AI-generated content, there is a...

The episode addresses the controversial topic of using psychedelic drugs for spiritual enhancement within Jewish communities, evaluating its efficacy and pot...

Dr. Aryeh Tapper explores Rabbi Ben Zion Uziel's interpretative approach to Kabbalistic literature through the framework set by Rabbeinu Nissim of Gerona (th...

In Chapter 12 of "Lie of the Land" featured in Mishpacha Magazine, the narrative continues to explore the complexities and dynamics of land ownership within ...

Seth Barrett Tillman, an Orthodox Jewish legal scholar based in Ireland, has risen to prominence due to his unconventional interpretations of the U.S. Consti...

Binny Binet shares his journey to Svalbard during the polar nights, where the sun doesn't rise for months. This extreme condition presents unique challenges ...

Mark Glass delves into the halachic and mathematical complexities of the prohibition against directly counting Jews, tracing its roots and interpretations ac...

Jewish Voice for Peace (JVP), formed in 1996 and now a leading group in the Jewish solidarity movement with Palestine, recently held a National Member Meetin...

David Bashevkin moderates a dialogue between Aryeh Englander, an ex-Orthodox Jew, and Daniel Hagler, a frum surgeon, exploring how individuals with differing...

Rav Mendel Kaplan's memory and teachings continue to resonate deeply with his former students, even four decades after his passing. Known as the Philly talmi...

Cindy Scarr discusses the resilience and appeal of Torah Judaism in contrast to the decline of heterodox Jewish movements and traditional American Christiani...

Cindy Scarr narrates the transformation of Loretta Walker, who grew up unaware of Jews, into a passionate seeker of Judaism, culminating in her conversion jo...

In this video, the creator shares her experience sending her sheitel, or wig, to Prestigio Wigs for washing and styling. The service highlights personalizati...

This podcast episode follows the fascinating journey of a woman who, upon discovering her non-Jewish origins, is inspired by the guidance of the Rebbe to emb...

Natan Slifkin addresses accusations from his detractors who label him a 'charedi-basher' for his critiques of charedi society. He defends the necessity of di...

Chutzpah, a quintessentially Jewish trait, is celebrated through personal anecdotes in this article by Ross Marks. Recalling a Hawaiian classmate's gutsy ren...

Jeffrey Allen, a recent winner of The Beast Games, shares a personal journey of how immersing himself in reading the Torah profoundly influenced his life. Co...

Natan Slifkin reflects on the lack of recognition for Yom Yerushalayim within charedi yeshivas, contrasting its significance with Yom HaAtzmaut. Despite ackn...

Ben Shahn, an influential American artist born in Lithuania in 1898, is the focus of a retrospective at the Jewish Museum titled "On Nonconformity." Despite ...

The episode explores the complexities and challenges of seeking dating advice in the Orthodox Jewish community, emphasizing the potential pitfalls of consult...

Messianic Judaism is a religious movement comprising both Jews and non-Jews who adhere to traditional Jewish practices while believing in Jesus as the messia...

Dr. Aryeh Tepper delivers a detailed lecture on 'Hegyonei Uziel,' a significant yet overlooked work by Rabbi Ben Zion Meir Ḥai Uziel, focusing on Jewish thou...

Donniel Hartman and Yossi Klein Halevi engage in a deep discussion on the moral complexities surrounding Israel's ongoing conflict in Gaza, focusing on the e...

The Hebrew root (peh-dalet-heh), meaning 'to redeem' or 'to rescue,' conveys deep insights into Jewish perspectives on hostage situations, as currently exemp...

The episode discusses the ongoing relevance of Jewish denominations, focusing on a Reconstructionist synagogue's vote about its association with Reconstructi...

A recent Pew Research Center survey reveals that over 25% of Jewish adults in the United States engage with astrology or horoscopes once or twice a year. Whi...

Rabbi Adam Zagoria-Moffet emphasizes the importance of adhering to Jewish law even during wartime, asserting that religious and moral values must supersede m...

In response to a query from a non-Jewish person considering adopting the name Yael during a U.S. naturalization process, author Mira Fox delves into the comp...

This inspiring story chronicles a woman's journey from battling depression to finding healing and purpose through Torah, comedy, and medical clowning. After ...

Moshe Krakowski discusses his analysis of factors leading Orthodox Jews to leave or stay within the faith, framed against a new study commissioned by the Ort...

Moshe Krakowski delves into why some Jews leave their Orthodox communities, exploring how various factors influence their decisions. He emphasizes the import...

Yonah Lavery-Yisraeli explores the nature of Halakhic discourse by examining the dual perspectives in Talmudic teachings on repentance, forgiveness, and aton...

Despite initial setbacks, the Israeli government's pursuit of judicial overhaul has resumed, adopting a new, more covert approach. Suzie Navot emphasizes Isr...

Scott Kahn argues that the blanket exemption of ultra-Orthodox Israelis from serving in the IDF is morally indefensible and lacking in Jewish legal justifica...

Rabbi Elli Fischer discusses the vision of a religious Jewish state and explores Israel's dual covenants according to the Torah. He emphasizes the complexity...