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The article by Meir Kraus explores the increasing movement within Israeli religious society advocating for the rebuilding of the Temple on Temple Mount. This...

Yisroel Benporat critically examines the persistent myth that Puritans in early America embraced aspects of Judaism, debunking claims such as Cotton Mather w...

Steven Gotlib reviews Joshua Leifer's book "Tablets Shattered: The End of an American Jewish Century and the Future of Jewish Life," focusing on the evolutio...

Baruch November's collection of poems, including "Dance Lessons for Jews," explores themes of identity, spirituality, and cultural belonging. Through vibrant...

In his review of Miri Freud-Kandel's book on Louis Jacobs, Steven Gotlib explores the complex interplay between traditional Jewish theology and modern though...

David Curwin's analysis of the stories of Ishmael and Moses reveals striking parallels that underscore themes of parental care, intervention by higher powers...

The essay provides responses to two recent Lehrhaus articles on Religious Zionism and the nature of Selihot. Yitzchak Blau critiques Zach Truboff's portrayal...

Chaim Trachtman discusses the contrasting perspectives of Hillel and Shammai, two famed Talmudic sages, especially in their views on women in marriage and le...

"Husbandry" by Ben Corvo is a reflective piece that intricately illustrates the often romanticized story of Noah's Ark through a more gritty and realistic le...

In Dov Frank's reflective piece, the author explores the evolution of their relationship with God, from childhood experiences in a religious household to fin...

Wendy Zierler reflects on the recurring challenges of life through the lens of Kohelet, juxtaposed with Lea Goldberg's poetic midrash, "Shirei Sof Ha-Derekh....

The piece explores the concept of teshuvah (repentance) within the framework of Religious Zionism, focusing on historical and contemporary responses to crise...

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...

The article explores the philosophical dilemma of free will versus determinism in the context of Yom Kippur, emphasizing how this tension influences Jewish t...

Yosef Lindell explores the challenges and potential solutions for enhancing the Ashkenazi Selihot experience, which often feels rushed and lacks the depth of...

Sarah Osborne explores the complexities surrounding the practice of eating in "shiurim" on Yom Kippur for those who cannot safely fast. Drawing on personal n...

The article explores the multifaceted symbolism of the shofar in Jewish tradition. Its unadorned, natural form, mandated by Halakhah, underscores its role as...

Avi Schild's poignant piece, "Yom Teruah," reflects on the cries and anguish associated with the Jewish New Year, Rosh Hashanah, often called Yom Teruah, the...

Yiscah Smith explores the transformative potential of teshuvah (repentance) as taught by the Piaseczner Rebbe, emphasizing a holistic return to the Divine ra...

The tragic July 2024 incident where a Hezbollah rocket struck Golan Heights, killing twelve Druze children, highlights the complexities within the Druze comm...

Reflecting on the Ten Days of Awe, the narrator contemplates life as seen through the lens of recent changes—their new marriage and the upcoming Yom Kippur. ...

The article, introduced by Judy Taubes Sherman, explores the discovery of a short story titled "Saturday Afternoon" by her father, Leo Taubes. Written during...

The article "Bedecked in Splendor" reflects on the profound spiritual legacy of Rabbi Avraham Yitzchak HaKohen Kook, particularly his emphasis on the laws an...

This article explores how Jewish day schools, particularly within the Modern Orthodox tradition, strive to blend Jewish and secular studies, with a focus on ...

In his book "Questioning Belief: Torah and Tradition in an Age of Doubt," Rabbi Dr. Raphael Zarum, Dean of the London School of Jewish Studies, tackles the c...

In discussing the future of kosher cheeseburgers, Ari Elias-Bachrach examines historical and contemporary developments in imitation foods, focusing on the ch...

R.A. Alpert responds to David Polsky's article "Reading Tragedy in Gittin and Gaza," criticizing Polsky's comparison of Hamas to the Zealots and innocent Pal...

The text recounts the author reflecting on a photograph taken by their father at the Varanasi ghats, where bodies are cremated, and the subsequent cremation ...

Ayalah Bat-Lapidot is a fictional narrative that delves into the life of Ayalah, a young woman living in a complex society where her mother is a female gener...

Elazar Ha-Kalir's Kinah, Shavat Suru, is a meticulously crafted liturgical poem recited on the 9th of Av. The poem contains eight core stanzas, each ending w...

The text discusses the reading and interpretation of the haftarah portions from the book of Isaiah in Orthodox Jewish tradition, specifically focusing on the...

The text explores the story of Titus entering the Second Temple and his demise as recounted by the Sages, drawing parallels to the tripartite soul theory of ...

The text explores the parallels between the Talmudic narrative in Gittin and the current conflict in Gaza, emphasizing the moral dilemmas faced by innocent c...

Rabbi Yosef Dov Soloveitchik's innovative approach to studying and explaining kinot on Tishah Be-Av shifted the focus to a deeper understanding of these mour...

A group of American non-Zionist Jewish leaders called for a fast on July 12, 2024, due to concerns over drafting non-Zionist Orthodox young men into the army...

David E. S. Stein, the project manager and revising translator of THE JPS TANAKH: Gender-Sensitive Edition, responds to Professor Martin Lockshin's review by...

The text describes a reflective journey of choosing a gravestone for a grandfather, navigating through different options like colors and sizes while contempl...

Contemporary Jewish law mandates saving the lives of both Jews and non-Jews, even if it means transgressing Shabbat. This obligation has been widely accepted...

The text explores the issue of intellectual curiosity within the Jewish community, particularly focusing on a Pew Research poll among American Jews in 2020. ...

Amnon Raz-Krakotzkin's book "Todaat Mishnah, Todaat Mikra" delves into the Kabbalistic community of Safed in the 16th century, highlighting how its members v...

"The Guide to the Perplexed" by Moses Maimonides has long been shrouded in mystery and controversy within Jewish circles. Lenn E. Goodman's recent works, a n...

The JPS Tanakh: Gender-Sensitive Edition, also known as Revised JPS (RJPS), offers a new translation of the Bible with a focus on gender sensitivity. RJPS re...

The poem reflects on the act of stirring chicken soup while contemplating the story of Abraham buying Sarah's burial place. It delves into themes of love, lo...

"Zaftig" is a word with Yiddish roots that conveys a sense of being sensually fleshy or simply large. The term may be unfamiliar outside of New York, with an...

In response to feedback on his original article, Tzvi Goldstein addresses challenges to his presentation of Mesilat Yesharim and Ramhal's position, highlight...

In the Torah, unique bracket-shaped markings known as inverted nuns are found surrounding Numbers 10:35-36, evolving over 2000 years with various interpretat...

Aaron Zeitlin delves into his father Hillel Zeitlin's philosophical and theological perspectives on Jewish history, emphasizing the unique national identity ...

The text discusses the Mishnah tractate Bikkurim, focusing on Chapter 3's visual description of the Shavuot procession and the communal journey to the Temple...

The article discusses the challenge of illustrating the Book of Ruth, focusing not on the plot but on the theme of redemption. The author emphasizes the abst...

Haim Gouri's poem "I Live at This Time in an Old Book" reflects on living in an old country intertwined with Jewish history, exploring themes of old age, hop...