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Reflecting on his childhood role as a junior gabbai in his Cleveland synagogue, Rabbi Akiva Males shares a formative lesson on humility and equitable leaders...

Scheduled for release in Winter 2025, the revised edition of Rabbi Gersion Appel's "The Concise Code of Jewish Law: A Guide to Daily Prayer and Religious Obs...

This collection of letters to the Jewish Action magazine highlights various aspects of Jewish life across the United States and in Israel. Readers express ad...

Rabbi Hanoch Teller reflects on a powerful article from the 1989 issue of Jewish Action that left a significant impression on him both personally and profess...

Jewish Action Through the Years is a publication by the Orthodox Union aiming to highlight significant moments and themes throughout its history and impact. ...

The article explores the ethical and halachic considerations surrounding the use of Ozempic and similar weight-loss medications from a Jewish perspective. Dr...

In marking the 40th anniversary of Jewish Action, various writers examine significant shifts within the Jewish community since the 1980s. Among the trends di...

This piece explores the complex halachic considerations surrounding the consumption of medications and vitamins by those who observe kashrut. Insights from p...

Rabbi Dr. Ari Z. Zivotofsky delves into the Jewish practice of waiting between consuming meat and dairy, a key aspect of kashrut. The waiting period stems fr...

Rabbi Moshe Hauer, ztl, former Executive Vice President of the Orthodox Union, profoundly influenced the Jewish community with his teachings on gratitude, or...

Shoshana Friedman reflects on the profound impact and legacy of Rabbi Moshe Hauer, ztl, who led the Orthodox Union with a deep sense of responsibility toward...

Nathan M. Bernstein reflects on a poignant moment during his medical residency when he encountered the profound wisdom encapsulated in the Jewish blessing of...

Memory plays a central role in shaping Jewish identity, as articulated by Rabbi Jonathan Sacks and the Slonim Rebbe. Two key memories from Parashat Ki Teitze...

Rabbi Moshe Hauer emphasizes the dual aspects of material prosperity outlined in Parashat Eikev, warning of potential spiritual complacency and arrogance tha...

Orthodox communities have begun to integrate artistic expression into traditional forms of memorializing the tragedies of October 7, such as prayer and Torah...

Sari Kopitnikoff emphasizes the importance of teaching children coping skills in the wake of traumatic events, such as the events of October 7, which have le...

Sari Kopitnikoff shares creative ideas for enhancing the Sukkot experience by decorating your sukkah with unconventional and engaging elements. Encouraging t...

"Sukkah in Bavaria" chronicles the efforts of Rabbi Oscar M. Lifshutz, a US Army Chaplain, to construct a sukkah for the Jewish holiday of Sukkot in Munich, ...

Chaverim, an international, non-medical volunteer emergency response organization, is highlighted for its dedicated service assisting the Jewish community wi...

As the High Holidays approach, integrating mental health into the spiritual process of teshuvah becomes a profound focus for reflection. Ariel Rose Goldstein...

Sari Kopitnikoff, a Jewish educator, presents creative ways to teach children the importance of apologizing during the Yamim Noraim season. She shares hands-...

The role of the chazzan in Jewish prayer has evolved significantly over time. Traditionally, the chazzan was integral to both liturgical and musical aspects ...

Exploring the concept of hachanah, or preparation, Moishe Bane discusses its profound impact on mitzvah observance and spiritual life. He underscores that wh...

Rabbi Gil Student offers practical guidance for spiritual and emotional preparation during the High Holidays season. Emphasizing introspection and growth, he...

The article showcases a series of narratives highlighting the indispensable efforts of individuals and families in fostering Jewish communities across variou...

Yakov Polatsek has played a pivotal role in revitalizing Orthodox Jewish life in Houston. Under his financial leadership and commitment, Yeshiva Torat Emet n...

Shaun and Gary Tuch, motivated by high living costs and the bustling pace of Los Angeles, moved to Phoenix with their families to build and grow within a Jew...

The article highlights the vibrant and uniquely harmonious Jewish community in Linden, New Jersey, where both Modern Orthodox and Chassidic groups have forme...

Ben Hoffer and Rabbi Chaim Marcus have been instrumental in revitalizing the Jewish community of Springfield, New Jersey, transforming it from an aging congr...

The revival of Golf Manor Synagogue in Cincinnati, Ohio, is a story of effective leadership and community transformation. Following a significant decline in ...

Avi Apfel, originally from West Hempstead, New York, has emerged as an influential community leader in Rhawnhurst, a small, close-knit Orthodox Jewish neighb...

Noam and Dr. Deena Davidovics are key figures in strengthening the Orthodox community in Memphis, Tennessee, where they have resided since 2012. Both Noam, p...

Rachel Schwartzberg reflects on her life in Memphis, Tennessee, after moving from New York City with her husband. Initially apprehensive about the geographic...

Ariel, originally a secular town in the West Bank, is experiencing a shift towards a more religious Jewish community. Since its founding in 1978, Ariel has t...

OU Israel's Teen Centers, including the one in Ariel, provide a crucial refuge for Israeli youth facing socio-economic and personal challenges. These centers...

The article highlights the vibrant Jewish campus scene at Ariel University, facilitated by OU-JLIC (Orthodox Union's Jewish Learning Initiative on Campus) un...

To build a thriving Jewish community, essential elements include establishing a K-8 day school and a high school to retain families, as well as infrastructur...

The ritual of lighting Shabbat candles is a spiritually significant tradition in Jewish homes, predominantly performed by women. Rooted in early Jewish texts...

Shabbat candle lighting is an ancient rabbinic mitzvah deeply cherished within Jewish tradition, especially by women who use this time for prayers. The pract...

Charlene Trino reflects on how the ancient practice of observing Shabbat has become a sacred pause in her fast-paced life as a marketing professional in Manh...

After the loss of her husband and a move from Brooklyn to Monsey, Shirley Parker struggles to find solace and community in her new surroundings. Initially ov...

In a poignant reflection on a difficult period in Israel's history, Carol Ungar explores the renewed embrace of Shabbat observance among many Israelis follow...

The article by Esther Kook delves into the profound and often stigmatized experience of loneliness, particularly within the Jewish Modern Orthodox community,...

The article explores the transformative role of women in the kashrus industry, examining a groundbreaking program called the ASK OU Summer 2025 Women’s Kashr...

Naomi Ross shares a collection of apple-centric recipes designed for the High Holidays, illustrating how to integrate this symbolic fruit into seasonal dishe...

OU Press announces the forthcoming release of "HaHashgachah KeHilchatah" by Rabbi Peretz Moncharsh, a groundbreaking book detailing the halachic decision-mak...

"Reviews in Brief Fall 2025" features evaluations of three notable Jewish scholarly works. Rabbi Dr. Zvi Ron’s "Jewish Customs: Exploring Common and Uncommon...

Rabbi Gil Student's "Articles of Faith: Traditional Jewish Belief in the Internet Era" explores the impact of the internet on Jewish discourse, advocating fo...

Adina Sapir reflects nostalgically on her childhood experience of the High Holidays in a small shtiebel in Boro Park during the 1970s and 80s. The shtiebel, ...

The correspondence in the Fall 2025 issue of a Jewish publication brings together perspectives on a range of topics. There is strong support for the recent e...