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Rabbi Yisrael Motzen explores the bias within Jewish communities against individuals who don't fit the traditional family mold, particularly singles and chil...

Charlotte, North Carolina's Jewish community, which represents a significant segment of Southern Jewry, challenges stereotypes and offers a unique experience...

Rabbi Dr. Ari Z. Zivotofsky examines the misconception regarding the usage of God's Name during Torah study. While it's generally considered a severe transgr...

Naomi Ross delves into the delights and nutritional benefits of summer fruits, emphasizing their short season and health advantages like antioxidants and vit...

"The Eternal Conversation," a new volume from OU Press, NCSY, and Maggid Books, compiles the late Rabbi Jonathan Sacks's poignant essays previously published...

Rabbi Ahron Notis explores the complex topic of zemanim, providing a comprehensive analysis that interweaves halachic perspectives and scientific considerati...

Rabbi Yosie Levine's book on Rabbi Tzvi Ashkenazi, a significant figure in early modern Jewish history, explores the rabbi's intellectual journey and the cha...

Rabbi Daniel Z. Feldman's book, reviewed by Rabbi Moshe Kurtz, delves into the complex theme of haaramot (circumventions) within the halakhic system, offerin...

Rabbi Gil Student reviews several significant publications offering insights into Jewish law, culture, and community. Rabbi Hershel Schachter's 'Collected Wr...

Dr. Ethan Schuman recounts the rediscovery and restoration of his great-grandfather's century-old tefillin, entrusted to him by a long-lost relative. The tef...

The summer 2025 letters section of JA Mag features reflections on various Jewish themes, including heartfelt reminiscences about Joe Lieberman by former Sena...

Staying hydrated, especially during physical exertion or fasting days, requires more than just drinking water; it's also essential to replenish electrolytes ...

Rabbi Chaim Chemoff explores the complex halachic issues that arise when Kohanim, who must avoid ritual impurity from contact with dead bodies, travel by air...

Staying hydrated during the summer is crucial to maintaining overall health, as emphasized by Chaya Eisenberger, a certified personal trainer and nutrition c...

Sari Kopitnikoff shares joyful insights for making road trips enjoyable and meaningful, suggesting various activities to strengthen bonds and keep everyone e...

Rabbi Donneal Epstein presents a thoughtful quiz focusing on halachic considerations for kosher observance while traveling. The questions cover a range of sc...

Rabbi Moshe Hauer discusses the luminous spirituality of young Jewish leaders involved in OU-NCSY summer programs, emphasizing their mission to share love fo...

"Voices of Valor" highlights the inspiring stories of six women who are at the forefront of advocating for Israel and the Jewish community. Nearly two years ...

Rabbi Dr. Josh Joseph explores the dynamics between authority and influence in leadership, emphasizing influence's vital role over authority in effective dec...

Naomi Ross shares her adaptation of the classic New York cheesecake, offering a flexible vanilla base suitable for various flavor additions such as chocolate...

Sari Kopitnikoff presents a playful yet engaging approach to celebrating Shavuot with a series of 'Would You Rather?' questions themed around the holiday. Th...

As Shavuot approaches, Rachelly Eisenberger delves into the world of kosher cheese with Brent Delman, known as "The Cheese Guy." Renowned for producing artis...

Lag BaOmer, traditionally associated with bonfires, can be celebrated meaningfully in diverse ways that go beyond simply lighting a fire. Sari Kopitnikoff su...

Sari Kopitnikoff explores the exciting possibility of gamifying Pesach with a variety of engaging and age-appropriate games to make the holiday more fun and ...

Miriam Blumenkrantz offers a comprehensive four-day itinerary for families in the New York tri-state area, highlighting a variety of engaging activities to e...

Navigating the wide selection of kosher wines for the Passover Seder can be daunting, but Zev Steinberg offers guidance on making the choice meaningful. Red ...

Set in 1932, this charming narrative recounts a true story from Jewish Life magazine, showcasing the ingenuity and determination of a Jewish merchant in pre-...

Rachel Schwartzberg highlights the founding of MyZuzah by Manette Mayberg, a nonprofit dedicated to ensuring every Jewish home has a kosher mezuzah, in respo...

Jewish day schools across the U.S., including YULA and BMA, are increasingly banning or restricting smartphone use on campuses to combat growing mental healt...

The Orthodox Union's Center for Communal Research has conducted an important study, "Attrition and Connection in American Orthodox Judaism," which explores t...

Dr. Moshe Krakowski examines the phenomena of attrition within American Orthodox Jewish communities, focusing on why individuals raised in Orthodox environme...

Religious misalignment between parents—where one becomes more or less observant than the other—is a significant factor in Orthodox Jewish attrition, accordin...

School and family misalignment is a significant factor influencing students' religious identity within the Orthodox Jewish community, as highlighted by a stu...

The OU study on attrition within the observant Jewish community unexpectedly highlighted the significant role of rabbis and religious leaders in shaping indi...

The article discusses a study by the OU's Center for Communal Research (CCR) revealing that many individuals who leave Orthodox Judaism maintain connections ...

OU Israel inaugurated its new headquarters in the Har Hotzvim neighborhood of Jerusalem, marking a strategic milestone in its efforts to enhance support for ...

Efraim Jaffe shares a heartfelt account of his journey through grief after the passing of his wife, Esther. As a widower, he navigates the disorienting silen...

"Kosher Conundrums" provides answers to common yet intricate questions regarding the kosher status of various foods and products, particularly those relevant...

The custom of eating dairy on Shavuot is often misunderstood as an ancient tradition when, in reality, the practice in its current form is relatively recent,...

OU Press and Koren Publishers present "Megillat Ruth Mesorat HaRav," a detailed commentary rooted in Rabbi Joseph B. Soloveitchik's teachings. Edited by Reuv...

Rabbi Jonathan Ziring's book, reviewed by Rabbi Steven Gotlib, provides a comprehensive halakhic perspective on navigating social media and communication tec...

"Kosher ADHD: Surviving and Thriving in the Torah-Observant World" by Drs. Simcha Chesner and Sara Markowitz delves into the unique challenges faced by indiv...

Rabbi Aaron Rakeffet-Rothkoff's four-volume series, "Rakafot Aharon," draws from his extensive lectures and writings on both Torah scholarship and Jewish his...

Rabbi Menachem Genack's expanded edition of "Birkat Yitzchak" and Dr. Moshe Sokolow's "Pursuing Peshat" provide two significant contributions to Jewish schol...

Rabbi Ilan D. Feldman offers a reflective journey through the layers of his synagogue's parking lot as a metaphor for the evolving nature of Jewish observanc...

Rabbi Moshe Hauer discusses the profound impact a thoughtful educator can have on students, illustrated through a letter from a young man who was influenced ...

Rabbi Dr. Josh Joseph discusses the challenges and strategies of managing change, emphasizing a gradual approach in spiritual, personal, and organizational c...

The letters section of JA Mag's Spring 2025 issue captures the tension within the Jewish community regarding military service and outreach post-October 7. Pr...

Reflecting on the life and legacy of former U.S. Senator Joe Lieberman on the occasion of his first yahrtzeit, Rabbi Menachem Genack highlights the senator's...

As Pesach approaches, many Jewish families are grappling with the soaring cost of eggs, a staple for numerous holiday dishes. Rachelly Eisenberger from Jewis...