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The text discusses the challenges faced by Modern Orthodox Jewish education in maintaining a cohesive religious and secular identity among students. It highl...

"Headlines" is a popular Haredi podcast, launched in 2014, that delves into controversial and pressing issues affecting the Orthodox Jewish community by invi...

The text discusses the author's journey in studying Jewish illuminated manuscripts and the significance of animal symbolism in Jewish art. The author recount...

Rabbi Yehudah Ha-Levi's poem "Yom Le-Yabasha" is a significant piece of medieval Hebrew poetry, particularly relevant for the seventh day of Pesah. This poet...

In the essay "Song of the Sea: Making a Space for Joy and Sorrow" by Zach Truboff, the author reflects on his personal experience of loss and grief after his...

Contemporary Jewish poet Yehoshua November explores the connection between poetry, mysticism, and intimacy, delving into the symbolism of The Song of Songs a...

The text delves into the moral complexities surrounding the tenth plague in the story of the Exodus from Egypt. It questions the justice of God killing all E...

Susan Weingarten's book "Haroset: A Taste of Jewish History" delves into the significance of haroset, a staple food of the Passover Seder, by exploring its h...

The article discusses a historical mistake in the illustration of Maharam Lublin's commentary on the search for hametz, a significant issue during the holida...

Rabbi Eliezer Berkovits, a prolific Modern Orthodox thinker, has recently been the focus of renewed attention with the Faith and Freedom Passover Haggadah co...

The text delves into the inclusion of mikra bikkurim, the farmers' declaration, in the Haggadah as the basis for discussing the Exodus miracles and the choic...

The text discusses the obligation to visually experience the story of the Exodus during Passover, emphasizing the use of illustrations in the Haggadah to hel...

The Book of Judges features unconventional heroes and detailed battle scenes, with a recurring cycle of sin, oppression, divine intervention, and deliverance...

Rabbinic doctrine suggests that each fetus is taught the entirety of the Torah while in the womb, only to forget it upon birth. This concept bears similarity...

In this essay, Nathaniel Helfgot explores the decision-making processes involved in matters of halakhic public policy and meta-Halakhah within the contempora...

In the post-World War II period, Satmar Hasidim published the teachings of the Hatam Sofer with critical lines about the bein ha-shemashot period censored. T...

"Hilkhot Nashim" is a publication by the Jewish Orthodox Feminist Alliance (JOFA) that aims to dispel misconceptions about women's obligations in Jewish ritu...

The discussion in Megillah 14b about the eight prophets who descended from Rahab reveals a hidden message of hope and trust in God. These prophets, including...

In the text "Korban Asham: The Sacrifice for Sacrilege (and other Sins)" by Matt Lubin, the focus is on the Korban Asham (guilt offering) as described in the...

The discussion revolves around the Haftarah of Shabbat Zakhor, focusing on the tension between sacrifice and obedience as exemplified by King Shaul's actions...

The text reflects on the author's experience as a chaplain during a summer unit of Clinical Pastoral Education, drawing parallels between chaplaincy and prie...

The debate on social media between Hasidim and academics revolves around whether the revered Rabbi Kalonymus Kalmish Shapiro lost his faith during the Holoca...

In Zohar Atkins' poem "Blackbirds," the symbolism of blackbirds is used metaphorically to address issues of anti-blackbirdism and anti-Semitism, as well as t...

The essay explores the concept of justice in rabbinic Judaism in light of the #MeToo movement, which has highlighted issues of sexual harassment and abuse. I...

In Miriam Gedwiser's essay about revisiting the story of the Oven of Akhnai in Jewish tradition, she explores how the narrative on Bava Metzia 59a-b offers a...

This article delves into the intersection of Talmudic literature on economic behavior and the study of behavioral economics, with a focus on cases from the B...

Rabbi Arthur Green, a liberal theologian and scholar of Jewish mysticism, has played a significant role in the development of Neo-Hasidism. Influenced by thi...

The author discusses the potential future of Jewish education and questions the traditional model of Jewish day schools against a rapidly changing educationa...

Rabbi Nahman of Bratslav, a prominent figure in Hasidic Judaism, faced opposition throughout his life for his unique teachings and spiritual path. Born in 17...

Rabbi Nahman of Bratslav, a founder of Breslov Hasidism in the late 18th century, faced opposition and disputes due to his unique teachings throughout his li...

Rav Moshe Feinstein emphasized the obligation to educate children with special needs in Judaism, stating they should be included in certain mitzvot. He urged...

The text discusses the current wave of anti-vaccine hysteria and its impact on various communities, including Orthodox Jews. It highlights key factors contri...

Rabbi Shlomo Carlebach, a prominent figure in the development of Neo-Hasidism, was known for his music, storytelling, and teachings that aimed to renew conte...

The discussion revolves around the permissibility of wearing a smartwatch on Shabbat, specifically focusing on the use of electricity and altering currents. ...

Graham Phillips believed he had located Moses' grave containing the legendary staff in Petra, Jordan but faced obstacles in excavating it. Meanwhile, scholar...

The article explores the evolution of Moses from a reluctant and hesitant figure to the leader of the Jewish People. It introduces the concept of Peshat and ...

Rabbi Samson Raphael Hirsch's 130th Yahrtzeit provokes a reflection on the lifespan of his Torah im Derekh Eretz approach and its endurance. Hirsch's unique ...

Erez Biton, a blind Hebrew poet born to Moroccan-Jewish parents, has made significant contributions to Israeli literature, particularly within the Mizrahi co...

In "I Will Await Him" by Yirmiyahu Cohen, a thought-provoking case against the State of Israel from a Halakhic perspective is presented, advocating for anti-...

In the article "The Development of Neo-Hasidism: Echoes and Repercussions Part II," Ariel Evan Mayse explores the impact of Rabbi Abraham Joshua Heschel (190...

In response to Leo Strauss's notion of authors writing on multiple levels, including an esoteric one, scholar Bezalel Safran applies this idea to Maimonides'...

The article discusses the practical principles of Stoicism and their relation to Maimonides' exploration of providence and theodicy in the Guide for the Perp...

Neo-Hasidism, rooted in the devotional and mystical renewal of Hasidism, seeks to inspire contemporary spiritual renaissance through infusing tradition with ...

Rafi Eis discusses the resurgence of nationalism worldwide and its relevance to Jews and Torah, focusing on Yoram Hazony's book "The Virtue of Nationalism" a...

Sarah Rudolph reflects on the democratization of Jewish learning in response to Zev Eleff's article. She highlights the benefits of accessibility to Jewish t...

In "Darkness Will Envelop Me: A Meditation on Hanukkah," Devora Steinmetz explores the Talmudic story of Adam's fear as he experiences the changing seasons f...

Rav Avraham Yitzchak Kook, in a responsum to Rabbi Shlomo Zalman Pines, justifies the establishment of Jewish militias, self-defense, and a sovereign Jewish ...

The discussion on where to light Hanukkah lamps in an apartment traces back to the Talmud's instructions for homeowners but has grown complex for modern urba...

The article discusses the misconception that biblical prophets took specific political stands, and argues that prophets like Moses were unique in their direc...

Rabbis discussing politics in sermons is a topic of debate among scholars. Some argue that rabbis should approach political topics cautiously and humbly, spe...