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Rabbi Yosef Bronstein's article delves into the complexities of navigating halakhah and societal changes, particularly regarding gender roles in marriage. He...

The article discusses the popularity and significance of the Maccabeats' song "Candlelight" as a standout Hanukkah pop song filling a void in the genre. Beyo...

The article discusses the creation and impact of the animated film "Lights," a midrash on the Hanukkah story focusing on anti-Semitism and assimilation. The ...

Tzvi Sinensky responds to Rabbi Herzl Hefter's discussion on the Akeidah, highlighting two main interpretations - The Problem of Choice and The Problem of He...

Leonard Cohen's Jewish identity and spirituality are explored in this text, highlighting his farewell song "You Want It Darker" as his most Jewish compositio...

In "The Prince and the Precedent," Alex Maged explores the socio-legal context of Genesis 34 in light of earlier episodes in Genesis involving patriarchs pre...

"Shadal, Garca Mrquez, and the Stain of Honor" discusses the parallels between Gabriel Garca Mrquez’s novel "Chronicle of a Death Foretold" and biblical stor...

In the discussion about the ideal Jewish marriage according to Rambam, different interpretations and approaches have emerged in modern times due to changing ...

Ari Lamm discusses the perception of a lack of direct conversation about God within Modern Orthodox Judaism, attributing this trend to a broader pragmatic ap...

The discussion delves into the upbringing of Yaakov and Esav by Yitzhak and Rivkah, highlighting the importance of individualized education and understanding...

Rabbi Zev Eleff reflects on the challenges faced by rabbis and parents, emphasizing the importance of prioritizing family. Drawing on the example of biblical...

Rabbi Shalom Noah Berezovsky, also known as The Slonimer, has achieved significant popularity and deep affection among readers for his Hasidic work, Netivot ...

The author reflects on his experience as the son of a prominent Orthodox rabbi and compares it to the story of Yitzhak in the Torah. He discusses the pressur...

The poem "Conjoined Twins" by Yehoshua November reflects on the author's father's experience as a resident in a hospital when his young mother gave birth to ...

The text follows Manny and Larry, two Jewish brothers living together in a one-bedroom apartment with contrasting lifestyles. Manny is observant and studies ...

Rabbi cards, known as Gedolim Cards, became a popular phenomenon among Orthodox Jewish boys in the late 1980s. The brainchild of Arthur Shugarman, these trad...

This text, written by Aryeh Klapper, explores the themes of beauty, death, and the limitations of human sympathy. The author reflects on the power of imagine...

Rabbi Henry W. Schneeberger delivered a Thanksgiving sermon in 1911 touching on the importance of gratitude, assimilation, and loyalty as American Jews. Comp...

"Nashim Teens" is a new Hebrew magazine for religious-Zionist girls, often focusing on fashion and consumerism. The magazine promotes individuality through t...

The text "Wise Trader or Deceitful Traitor? Eshet Hayil Reconsidered" by Eliav Grossman delves into a critical analysis of Proverbs 31, the chapter that desc...

Photoshopping historical images within Orthodox Jewish communities to conform to contemporary religious standards is a troubling trend highlighted by Leslie ...

In this essay, the author explores different interpretations of the story of the Binding of Isaac (Akeidah). The traditional view, influenced by theologian S...

In this text, the author discusses the debate between philosophers Crescas and Rambam from the Middle Ages regarding whether God can command belief in His ex...

Leonard Cohen's album "You Want it Darker" reflects his ambivalence towards death and God, exploring themes of suffering and mortality. Cohen uses religious ...

This article explores the connection between the biblical story of Abraham and the social and spiritual revolutions of the 1960s. The Tower of Babel tale, ac...

Studying Tanakh from a young age provides a foundation in Jewish history and context for connecting to Jewish practice, with many baalei teshuva embarking on...

The article discusses the significance of Noah sending out a raven before the dove in the biblical story of the flood. While the text does not explicitly sta...

The discussion explores the translation of a Talmudic passage regarding the perceived suppression of the Book of Kohelet by the ancient sages. The prevalent ...

The article reviews the exhibit "Jerusalem 1000-1400: Every People Under Heaven" at the Metropolitan Museum of Art, which showcases art and artifacts from me...

In Jewish tradition, truth is associated with God's reliability and trustworthiness, while people are considered prone to falsehood. The concept of truth is ...

The text discusses a series of dialogues involving Rav Hisda, Abaye, and others, reflecting on themes of self-doubt, imperfection, and prayer. Rav Hisda expr...

The Midrash uses Adam's sin as a cautionary tale to illustrate the severity of sin, comparing his punishment to that of Cain's for murder. The text suggests ...

Rashi's well-known commentary on the first verse of the Torah asserts the Jewish people's God-given right to the Land of Israel. While this seems straightfor...

In response to the Scopes Monkey Trial in 1925, which highlighted the issue of Darwinism, two New York Orthodox rabbis, Leo Jung and David de Sola Pool, offe...

In 1968, high school students at the Hebrew Theological College in Skokie, IL, encountered the Chicago Cubs' Ron Santo, a revered baseball player, near their...

The legality and constitutionality of the traditional live-chicken version of the kapparot ritual, often performed by some members of the Jewish community, i...

The text discusses the role of "gedolim" (great Torah scholars) in Jewish communities, particularly in Modern/Centrist Orthodoxy and Liberal Orthodoxy. It ex...

The article discusses the Rabbinic attempt to remove the book of Kohelet from the Biblical canon, referencing a passage in Shabbat 30b. The text points out a...

The article explores the connection between the book of Jonah and the holiday of Sukkot. It highlights the importance of communal joy and happiness during th...

In "Not in the Market for a Gadol," Wendy Amsellem responds to Chaim Saiman's essay on the idea of communities led by a revered rabbinic figure known as a ga...

The symposium titled "The Market for Gedolim" brings together various writers providing reflections on the topic raised by Chaim Saiman's recent work for Leh...

Prof. Chaim Saiman delves into the differing perspectives on gedolim (great Torah scholars) in Haredi, Centrist Orthodox, and liberal Orthodox communities. W...

The article by Miriam Gedwiser discusses Chaim Saiman's argument that the number of revered leaders in the Orthodox community is influenced by demand as much...

The author of this essay responds to Prof. Chaim Saiman's essay on the relationship between halakhic authority and Liberal Orthodoxy. They argue that the aut...

Chaim Saiman's essay explores the concept of a gadol, a revered Jewish leader, within Centrist Orthodox and Haredi communities, highlighting the centrality o...

The article discusses the concept of "gedolim," revered leaders in Orthodox Judaism whose influence is significant within their communities. It explores why ...

Eviatar Banai, an Israeli rock musician and baal-teshuva, reflects on his religious journey and the contradictions of success in his song "Pergola". The lyri...

The text explores two contrasting paradigms of repentance seen through anecdotes in the Talmud. The first story depicts Rabbi Elazar b. Durdaya's deep repent...

The text explores the evolution and controversy surrounding the Alenu prayer, specifically its historical anti-Gentile language targeting Christians. Initial...

The essay delves into the message of Isaiah 58 in relation to Yom Kippur and fasting, challenging the traditional understanding of fasting solely as refraini...