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Frum Dating in the Digital Age
20 Jun 2019
In the digital age of Frum dating, various online platforms such as JSwipe, JWed, and Forj have emerged to help Orthodox Jewish singles meet and potentially ...
20 Jun 2019
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Singles and the Shabbat Experience
20 Jun 2019
The article discusses how singles in the Jewish community often feel marginalized during Shabbat due to the family-centric nature of the celebration. Some si...
20 Jun 2019
Jewish Action
Singles and the Shabbat Experience
20 Jun 2019
The article discusses the Shabbat experience for Jewish singles, focusing on the challenges and strategies for navigating Shabbat observance without a family...
20 Jun 2019
Jewish Action
On Being an Orthodox Never-Married Woman
20 Jun 2019
Orthodox never-married women past childbearing age often face unique challenges, including social isolation, pressure to marry, and judgment from friends, fa...
20 Jun 2019
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On Being an Orthodox Never-Married Woman
20 Jun 2019
Orthodox never-married women past childbearing age face unique challenges in the quest to find a mate, encountering social isolation, pressure, and judgment ...
20 Jun 2019
Jewish Action
A Polite Request for Basic Sensitivity
20 Jun 2019
This piece shares two scenarios where individuals, Rebecca and Baruch, are faced with insensitivity from others regarding their personal struggles - Rebecca ...
20 Jun 2019
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A Polite Request for Basic Sensitivity
20 Jun 2019
The text discusses the importance of sensitivity and empathy towards individuals facing challenges, such as infertility, job loss, or being single. It highli...
20 Jun 2019
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Marriage Then . . . and Now
20 Jun 2019
The text explores the misconceptions surrounding Jewish marriages in the past, challenging the notion that they were strictly utilitarian and devoid of love....
20 Jun 2019
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Marriage Then . . . and Now
20 Jun 2019
The text discusses the misconception that past Jewish marriages were primarily utilitarian, with strict gender roles. Through examples like Glückel of Hameln...
20 Jun 2019
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The State of Orthodox Belief
20 Jun 2019
The text discusses the state of Orthodox belief among young Jewish day school graduates who struggle to articulate their belief in God and the uniqueness of ...
20 Jun 2019
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Bringing God into the Classroom
20 Jun 2019
Rebbetzin Leah Kohn developed the Kivun curriculum to address the lack of deep discussion around Jewish philosophical topics in high schools. The two-year pr...
20 Jun 2019
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Up Close with Rabbi Elazar Muskin: On the 25th anniversary of the RCA’s prenuptial agreement
22 Mar 2019
In celebration of the 25th anniversary of the RCA Prenup, Rabbi Elazar Muskin discusses its impact on American Jewry with The Rabbinical Council of America a...
22 Mar 2019
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Dating with a Mental Disorder
22 Mar 2019
Jewish Action explores the topic of dating with a mental disorder, particularly within the Orthodox Jewish community, where mental health concerns can signif...
22 Mar 2019
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Dating with a Mental Disorder
22 Mar 2019
The article discusses the complex issue of dating with a mental disorder within the Orthodox Jewish community. It presents cases where individuals with menta...
22 Mar 2019
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Reviews in Brief: Spring 2019
22 Mar 2019
Rabbi Pinchos Bodner, Rabbi Avraham Peretz Friedman, Rabbi Eliyahu Safran, and Rabbi Yitzchak Silberztl are highlighted in this collection of Jewish book rev...
22 Mar 2019
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The Rav on the Significance of the Shofar
31 Aug 2018
In his teachings on the significance of the Shofar during the High Holidays, the Rav delved into the essence of the mitzvah, emphasizing the importance of bo...
31 Aug 2018
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Gifts My Mother Gave Me: A Tribute to the Jewish Mother
31 Aug 2018
In the book "Gifts My Mother Gave Me: A Tribute to the Jewish Mother," different authors share stories illustrating the profound impact and valuable lessons ...
31 Aug 2018
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On Mothers
31 Aug 2018
The Jewish Area by Elena Flerova explores the profound influence of Jewish mothers on renowned Jewish leaders. The text presents anecdotes and reflections fr...
31 Aug 2018
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Up Close With Rebbetzin Abby Lerner
31 Aug 2018
Rebbetzin Abby Lerner, the national director of conversion services for GPS, discusses her role in supporting conversion candidates and preventing abuse in t...
31 Aug 2018
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Preserving Your Future: Egg Freezing Technology
31 Aug 2018
In the Orthodox Jewish community and beyond, egg freezing has become a popular option for women seeking to preserve their fertility due to various circumstan...
31 Aug 2018
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“Please Blow the Shofar Quietly”
31 Aug 2018
The author reflects on their childhood synagogue days, reminiscing about the diverse characters that populated their memories, including The Voice, Mr. A., a...
31 Aug 2018
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Sephardic Kinot: Exploring Moroccan Tradition
12 Jun 2018
Rabbi Gad Bouskila of Netivot Israel Congregation discusses Moroccan Kinot traditions for Tishah B'Av, highlighting differences from Ashkenazic customs. Moro...
12 Jun 2018
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Does the Shidduch System Need an Upgrade?
12 Jun 2018
The article discusses the challenges faced by young Jewish individuals within the Orthodox community in navigating the shidduch system, highlighting the stru...
12 Jun 2018
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Reviews in Brief
12 Jun 2018
Rabbi Jack Abramowitz's book "The God Book" offers modern Jewish readers a clear and accessible summary of key theological thoughts from medieval Jewish phil...
12 Jun 2018
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New Books from OU Press – Summer 2018
12 Jun 2018
Rabbi Hillel Goldberg's "Countdown to Shabbos" explores the deep connection between Shabbos and the rest of the week, encouraging readers to integrate the sp...
12 Jun 2018
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Light in all the Dark Places
3 May 2018
An Israeli reporter convinced Dr. Daniel Brown to share his story of being Hitler's nephew's grandson and a Jew, leading to public sensationalism and traumat...
3 May 2018
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What’s the Truth about . . . Eating a Sandwich Wrapped in a Napkin?
15 Mar 2018
Rabbi Dr. Ari Z. Zivotofsky clarifies the Jewish law concerning the requirement to wash one's hands (netilat yadayim) before eating bread, dispelling the mis...
15 Mar 2018
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Remembering the Spiritual Heroes of the Warsaw Ghetto
13 Mar 2018
The Amud Aish Memorial Museum in Brooklyn offers a unique perspective on Holocaust education by focusing on spiritual resilience rather than physical resista...
13 Mar 2018
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The Warsaw Ghetto: An Eyewitness Account
13 Mar 2018
Dr. Hillel Seidman, a Chassidic Jew, documented daily life in the Warsaw Ghetto in his diary from July 1942 to January 1943. The diary reflects the challenge...
13 Mar 2018
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Torah from the Years of Wrath: The Historical Context of the Aish Kodesh
13 Mar 2018
Dr. Henry Abramson's "Torah from the Years of Wrath" delves into the historical context surrounding the Aish Kodesh, a collection of Torah homilies by Rabbi ...
13 Mar 2018
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Chanukah Highlights From Around the World
8 Dec 2017
This text offers a diverse array of Chanukah recipes from culinary experts Joan Nathan and Paula Shoyer, drawing inspiration from Jewish cuisine around the w...
8 Dec 2017
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Exploring the Power Of Prayer
15 Sep 2017
The text discusses various aspects of prayer in Jewish tradition. It includes articles on approaches to prayer education, interviews with rabbis about prayer...
15 Sep 2017
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Praying to the Wrong God? An Old/New Approach to Tefillah Education
15 Sep 2017
Rafi Eis discusses the challenges in teaching tefillah (prayer) effectively in Jewish education, emphasizing the need to address not only human aspects but a...
15 Sep 2017
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Praying to the Wrong God? An Old/New Approach to Tefillah Education
15 Sep 2017
The article discusses challenges in tefillah education faced by many Jewish educators, highlighting a common focus on improving human aspects of prayer witho...
15 Sep 2017
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Talking with Rabbi Binyomin Eisenberger
15 Sep 2017
Rabbi Binyomin Eisenberger discusses with Moishe (Mark) Bane the challenges of prayer, emphasizing how tefillah reflects our connection to Hashem and the imp...
15 Sep 2017
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Talking with Rabbi Binyomin Eisenberger
15 Sep 2017
Rabbi Binyomin Eisenberger and Moishe Bane discuss the challenges of prayer, emphasizing that the essence of prayer is developing a deep connection to Hashem...
15 Sep 2017
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Engaging the Teenage Soul: Introducing the NCSY Siddur
15 Sep 2017
NCSY has created a unique Siddur aimed at revolutionizing teenage prayer experiences, filled with stories, questions, and images to inspire young people's co...
15 Sep 2017
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Engaging the Teenage Soul: Introducing the NCSY Siddur
15 Sep 2017
NCSY has introduced a groundbreaking siddur designed to engage and inspire teenagers in prayer, featuring stories, questions, and images to help them connect...
15 Sep 2017
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Gates of Prayer: The Ten Terms of Tefillah—Spanning the Spectrum of Prayer
15 Sep 2017
Rav Shimshon Pincus' book, "Gates of Prayer: The Ten Terms of TefillahSpanning the Spectrum of Prayer," explores the nuances and importance of prayer, emphas...
15 Sep 2017
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Gates of Prayer: The Ten Terms of Tefillah—Spanning the Spectrum of Prayer
15 Sep 2017
In "Gates of Prayer: The Ten Terms of Tefillah," authored by Shimshon Dov Pincus and reviewed by Gil Student, the focus is on understanding and appreciating ...
15 Sep 2017
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The Best Books on Prayer
15 Sep 2017
This article provides a list of recommended books on prayer that have been helpful for personal prayer and teaching. Some highlighted works include "Netiv Bi...
15 Sep 2017
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The Best Books on Prayer
15 Sep 2017
The article provides a list of recommended books on prayer that have been found helpful for personal prayer life and teaching, focusing on works from the pas...
15 Sep 2017
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The State of Tefillah
15 Sep 2017
In this discussion on the state of prayer ("tefillah"), Daniel Korobkin explores the concept of prayer with intention ("kavanah") versus the recitation of pr...
15 Sep 2017
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The State of Tefillah
15 Sep 2017
The text discusses the different ways individuals approach prayer, highlighting two main modalities: avodah shebalev, where one connects emotionally and inte...
15 Sep 2017
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Rescued by the Tufts of Their Hair
15 Sep 2017
"Rescued by the Tufts of Their Hair" by Rav Haim Sabato takes readers through the story of Tzion, a soldier, and his journey from a poor orphan in Hatikvah Q...
15 Sep 2017
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Subs for Your Carbs: Low-Carb But High-in-Taste Dishes for the High Holidays
15 Sep 2017
Registered dietitian Shira Isenberg emphasizes the importance of including some carbohydrates in the diet for energy and nutrients, cautioning against overea...
15 Sep 2017
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No Need For Forgiveness
15 Sep 2017
Rabbi David Levy, a rabbi from West Virginia who made aliyah in 1996, shared his experience of dealing with the death of his son, Noam, who died in a counter...
15 Sep 2017
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The Role of Music in Prayer
12 Sep 2017
Chaim David Berson discusses the significance of music in prayer, mentioning how the right melody or musical theme can enhance the emotional connection durin...
12 Sep 2017
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Being Single
4 Aug 2017
In the poem "Being Single" by R. Rosenfeld, the experience of loneliness, frustration, and societal judgment faced by single individuals, particularly women,...
4 Aug 2017
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Stress Less This Summer
22 Jun 2017
As summer approaches, many people experience increased stress levels due to changes in routine, family dynamics, and environmental factors. Long-term stress ...
22 Jun 2017