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Live Havdalah Ceremony
30 Nov
The video features a live Havdalah ceremony, marking the end of Shabbat. Havdalah is a Jewish ritual that separates the holy day of Shabbat from the rest of ...
30 Nov
JTA
Why I wrote a prayer to be said on the Shabbat before Election Day
31 Oct
David Zvi Kalman discusses the historical prayers for government recited in synagogues worldwide, which traditionally focus on the well-being of national lea...
31 Oct
Mishpacha
Vessels of Peace
29 Oct
Cindy Scarr explores the multifaceted nature of the Sim Shalom prayer, emphasizing peace (shalom) not only as a crucial aspiration but as a vessel required t...
29 Oct
What Matters Now
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What Matters Now: A post-October 7 women's prayer book
16 Oct
Az Nashir: We Will Sing Again is a newly compiled women's prayer book, edited by Shira Lankin Sheps, Anne Gordon, and Rachel Sharansky Danziger. The antholog...
16 Oct
JTA
In 2013, I started AtoneNet, a space for public ritual confession. Here’s why I’m shutting it down.
10 Oct
David Zvi Kalman's decision to close AtoneNet, an anonymous online platform for Jewish ritual confession, highlights the evolving landscape of internet commu...
10 Oct
Lehrhaus
What is Ne’ilah?
10 Oct
Neilah, the concluding prayer of Yom Kippur, is a deeply introspective and pivotal moment for Jews worldwide, marked by a profound connection with God. In th...
10 Oct
Lehrhaus
Why Can’t Selihot Be More Like Kinot?
8 Oct
Yosef Lindell explores the challenges and potential solutions for enhancing the Ashkenazi Selihot experience, which often feels rushed and lacks the depth of...
8 Oct
Jewish Chronicle
Can we really speak of God today as ‘Our Father, Our King’?
29 Sep
The article explores the evolution and significance of the Avinu Malkeinu prayer in Jewish liturgy, particularly during the High Holy Days. It highlights how...
29 Sep
Jewish Chronicle
Shabbat and Yom Tov times from September 27 to October 4
26 Sep
This schedule outlines the Shabbat and Yom Tov timings for various locations in the UK between September 27 and October 4, which include Shabbat, erev Rosh H...
26 Sep
JTA
From Hostages Square, High Holiday prayers aim to transcend Israel’s fractured politics
25 Sep
In Hostages Square, a poignant Selichot ceremony led by Kaley Halperin and organized by Rabba Anat Sharbat sought to bring together Israelis of all backgroun...
25 Sep
Jewdicious
Hints of Eternity
3 Sep
Beth Perkel explores the concept of divinely placed verses in scripture, paralleling the miraculous objects created at the last moment of the Biblical Creati...
3 Sep
Mishpacha
The Klop
20 Aug
A man eager to ensure a timely prayer service on Rosh Chodesh mistakenly begins the prayers a day early, including unnecessary elements like yaaleh vyavo and...
20 Aug
Emes Ve-Emunah
The Radical Fringe That Is Ben Gvir
15 Aug
Ben Gvir, a figure advocating for Jewish prayer on the Temple Mount, argues against the Israeli government's ban, claiming it exacerbates existing tensions d...
15 Aug
Creative Judaism
Weird Prayer | Parshah Rabbit Hole Ep. 42 (Va'eschanan)
14 Aug
In this episode of Parshah Rabbit Hole, the host delves into the themes of unconventional prayer, the concept of useless prayers, and the connection to greml...
14 Aug
Kveller
Why Mark Zuckerberg Wears This Jewish Prayer Around His Neck
6 Aug
Mark Zuckerberg wears a golden chain with a pendant featuring the Mi Sheberach prayer for healing around his neck, a prayer he sings to his daughters every n...
6 Aug
Sapir
The God Who Dwells in Doubt
1 Aug
The author shares a deeply personal journey of faith and doubt, reflecting on moments of awe and skepticism towards God. Growing up as a skeptic influenced b...
1 Aug
Mishpacha
Thank You, Hashem
30 Jul
Modim, an essential section of Shemoneh Esreh, provides a deep and timeless expression of gratitude to Hashem, predating modern trends of superficial gratitu...
30 Jul
Forward
He was a Jewish hostage in Iran. Now he’s advocating for captives in Gaza
25 Jul
Barry Rosen, a former Jewish hostage in Iran, attended a Friday night service at the American Mensa annual gathering, where he discussed his advocacy for cap...
25 Jul
Hadassah
Binding Myself in Prayer
22 Jul
The article discusses the author's personal journey of wrapping tefillin, a traditional Jewish ritual typically observed by men, but in her case, taken on by...
22 Jul
Tablet
A Tallit of My Own
17 Jul
After a journey that spanned several decades, a woman shares her path to Judaism, culminating in a meaningful conversion experience including learning under ...
17 Jul
Kveller
The Story Behind Debbie Friedman’s Beloved ‘Mi Sheberach’ Melody
2 Jul
Debbie Friedman, a revolutionary Jewish musician, transformed American Jewish connections to Judaism through her catchy and empowering tunes for prayers and ...
2 Jul
Jewish Action
A Different Kind of Battlefield
20 Jun
Amidst the Israel-Gaza conflict, a surge in miluimot – women with children whose husbands are serving in the IDF as reservists – has been noted, with increas...
20 Jun
Mishpacha
Hear Our Voice
4 Jun
The article discusses the significance of the Shema Koleinu blessing in the Shemoneh Esreh prayer. This blessing serves as a culmination of all previous requ...
4 Jun
Mishpacha
Baruch Atah: Another Look
4 Jun
The text delves into the profound meaning behind the familiar words "baruch Atah" that begin all blessings in Jewish tradition. It explains that reciting ble...
4 Jun
Chabad.org
What Is Shabbat? A Basic Overview
29 May
A detailed explanation of the Jewish tradition of Shabbat, including its significance, practices, and rituals.
29 May
Jewish Chronicle
Once in a generation: the new Reform High Holy Day machzor
5 May
The new Reform High Holy Day machzor is a significant update after 36 years, offering changes to reflect modern sensibilities and enhance accessibility. It i...
5 May
Moment
Poem | The Leaves
25 Apr
In this poem by Rachel Mennies titled "The Leaves," she reflects on solitude and resilience through the metaphor of leaves facing challenges. Mennies contemp...
25 Apr
18forty
A Prayer for Israel to Add to Your Pesach Seder
17 Apr
Rabbi Yosef Zvi Rimon has composed a special prayer for Israel to be recited at Pesach Sedarim, expressing gratitude for living in a time of redemption and w...
17 Apr
Forward
I spent months praying for a single Israeli hostage. Yesterday, I found out he's dead.
27 Mar
The author reflects on the emotional journey of praying for an Israeli hostage, Uriel Baruch, only to find out he was killed rather than kidnapped, adding a ...
27 Mar
Ami
Site Unseen // (A little) progress at The Time
27 Mar
The author discusses the challenges faced by The New York Times in accurately portraying the significance of the Temple Mount in Judaism. The writer criticiz...
27 Mar
Jewish Action
How to Build Hope – Hope Amid Crisis
9 Mar
In facing crises, one often seeks hope and resilience, traits that should be nurtured during calmer times to build a foundation of faith. The verse from Yirm...
9 Mar
Jewish Action
Not For Naught – Hope Amid Crisis
9 Mar
In a time of crisis and uncertainty, Rabbi Dov Foxbrunner reflects on the struggles and anxieties faced by many amid conflict, conveying a message of hope an...
9 Mar
MomentMag
The Spirituality of Showing Up when it Matters with Sharon Brous and Amy E. Schwartz
8 Mar
Sharon Brous discusses the importance of showing up for one another and highlights the wisdom and relevance of Jewish practice and community in a conversatio...
8 Mar
Lehrhaus
Is Reciting Tehillim and Avinu Malkeinu after October 7th Enough?
4 Mar
Many synagogues have adjusted their services after October 7th in response to the conflict in Israel by adding prayers like Avinu Malkeinu and select chapter...
4 Mar
Jewdicious
Let There Be Words
29 Feb
In "Let There Be Words" by Andrew Rashkow, the connection between language, creation, and prayer is explored from a Jewish perspective. It delves into the id...
29 Feb
JTA
This UWS mom is donating homemade challahs to help Israelis in need
15 Feb
Adina Wagman, a mother of two in New York, has been using her homemade challah to raise funds for Israelis in need. She bakes fresh challah loaves each week ...
15 Feb
Forward
Rabbi Jules Harlow, editor of the prayer book used in Conservative synagogues for a quarter century, dies at 92
13 Feb
Rabbi Jules Harlow, the editor of Siddur Sim Shalom, the standard prayer book used in North American Conservative synagogues for a quarter century, has passe...
13 Feb
Mishpacha
Brachah Basics
13 Feb
This article covers various questions about brachot (blessings) in Jewish law. Some of the topics discussed include whether a brachah should be made on food ...
13 Feb
Forward
England’s chief rabbi composes special healing prayer for King Charles’ recovery
8 Feb
Chief Rabbi Sir Ephraim Mirvis has composed a special prayer for the complete and swift recovery of King Charles III following his cancer diagnosis. The pray...
8 Feb
Jewschool
Brief Thoughts on Religion and Politics: on Humility and Arrogance
6 Feb
In this thought-provoking piece, the author reflects on the disparity between the language of Jewish prayer and the attitudes of the Jewish people. The suppl...
6 Feb
Lehrhaus
Strength in This Time
5 Feb
In this heartfelt essay, the author reflects on the impact of the ongoing war on her community and her personal experiences. She describes how the recitation...
5 Feb
Tablet
The Virtues of a Virtual Minyan
2 Feb
The author discusses their experience of saying Kaddish, the Jewish prayer for mourners, after the death of their father and mother. They highlight the trans...
2 Feb
Mishpacha
Fill in the Blank
23 Jan
In this article, the author reflects on the power and significance of the song Az Yashir, which was sung by the Israelites after crossing the Red Sea. The un...
23 Jan
JTA
Jewish liturgy includes a curse against our enemies. We can be OK with that.
12 Jan
The author reflects on the 12th blessing of the Amidah, a curse against enemies in Jewish liturgy. They initially found it difficult to connect with the pray...
12 Jan
JTA
This day of communal Kaddish, enacted after the Holocaust, is just right for this moment
22 Dec 2023
The text discusses the significance of the communal day of saying Mourners Kaddish, which falls on the 10th of Tevet. Instituted after the Holocaust, this da...
22 Dec 2023
Mishpacha
Three-Pronged Prayer
19 Dec 2023
The article discusses the challenge of praying with intention (kavanah) and feeling that one's prayers are valuable to Hashem. The author suggests three idea...
19 Dec 2023
Forward
IDF says it is disciplining soldiers who broadcast Jewish prayers from West Bank mosque
14 Dec 2023
Israeli soldiers who broadcasted Jewish prayers from a West Bank mosque during a military operation will be disciplined by the Israeli Defense Forces (IDF). ...
14 Dec 2023
Forward
Who are the courageous and who are the weak? Viewing the war through the lens of a Hanukkah prayer
13 Dec 2023
The author reflects on the Hanukkah prayer and its implications for understanding the current conflict in Gaza. They question who the courageous and weak are...
13 Dec 2023
Jewish Chronicle
The tabernacle of peace that gives us hope
10 Nov 2023
In times of distress, recent events have imbued traditional Jewish prayers with renewed significance, particularly emphasizing the themes of peace and freedo...
10 Nov 2023
Forward
For this unprecedented time of war and grief, new prayers for those held captive by Hamas
3 Nov 2023
Amid the current turmoil and hostage crisis in Israel, Jewish rabbis and scholars are revising traditional prayers and composing new ones to address the situ...
3 Nov 2023