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The Shabbat times for the week from February 23 to March 1 are provided, including the Shabbat start and end times in various cities, the Torah portion of Te...

Parashat Tetzaveh focuses on the elaborate priestly garments designed for Aaron and his sons, emphasizing the importance of their office rather than personal...

The National Jewish Identity Survey conducted in the UK reveals a varied landscape of Jewish practice and beliefs, with only a third of UK Jews adhering stri...

Rabbi Moshe Chaim Ephrayim of Sudilkov, a prominent figure in early Chasidism, offers a profound interpretation of a verse from the Torah portion of Terumah....

Shabbat times for the period of February 16 to February 23 are provided for various locations, including London, Bournemouth, Leeds, Manchester, Gateshead, a...

Dr. Miri Freud-Kandel's new book delves into the life and legacy of Rabbi Louis Jacobs, a prominent UK Jewish scholar who challenged Orthodox doctrine by ass...

In this discussion on the Parashah of the week, Mishpatim, the emphasis is on the importance of not rushing to judgment without verifying facts. The narrativ...

Shabbat times for the period from February 9 to February 16 are provided, including the start and end times in various locations in the UK. The Torah portion...

Rabbi Wittenberg presents thoughtful insights on the weekly Torah portions, emphasizing inclusivity, care, and social justice. He urges readers to emulate Ab...

Synagogues are being encouraged to observe Refugee Shabbat to reflect on Jewish history of migration and empathy towards refugees. This initiative, led by Hi...

In this discussion focusing on Parashat Yitro, it delves into the role of a rabbi in modern times compared to historical contexts. It highlights that while t...

The Shabbat times for the week of February 2 to February 9 are given. Notable times include Shabbat beginning in various cities on Friday, February 2, and en...

The recent enlistment of some 3,000 Charedi men in non-combat roles in the IDF following a tragic event marks a potential shift in relations between the Stri...

Rashi's commentary on Parashat Beshallach focuses on the significance of Shabbat observance, highlighting the dual nature of "zachor" (remember) and "shamor"...

The Shabbat times for the week of January 26 to February 2 are provided, including the start and end times for Shabbat in various cities. The Torah portion f...

Tu Bishvat, the New Year for Trees, while considered a lesser Jewish festival, has gained significance for its eco-Jewish emphasis and connection to the Land...

The Shabbat times from January 19 to January 26 are provided, with the beginning and ending times listed for various cities in the UK. The Torah portion for ...

The Parashah of Bo marks the climax of the Ten Plagues, culminating in the death of the firstborn. Amid preparations for the Exodus, the directive to change ...

The Parashah Vaera discusses the significance of the Hebrew word "ruach," meaning breath, wind, and spirit, in relation to our psychological and spiritual we...

Shabbat times for January 12 to January 19 are provided, including the beginning and ending times for Shabbat in various cities in the UK. Details of the Tor...

The UK's Jewish population increase has been revised upwards, now reaching 287,000, largely attributed to growth in Strictly Orthodox communities and recogni...

The Chabad community has been divided for decades over whether Rabbi Menachem Mendel Schneerson, the seventh Lubavitcher Rebbe, who passed away in 1994, coul...

In considering the question of whether one's remains can be buried in more than one cemetery, an Orthodox perspective emphasizes the importance of complete a...

Shabbat times for January 5-12 are provided for various cities. On January 5, Shabbat begins between 3:38 and 3:57 in different cities. The Torah portion for...

The discussion in this week's Parashah of Shemot emphasizes the impact of negative energy and lashon hara (negative speech) on individuals and those around t...

Shabbat times from December 29 to January 5 are provided with the start and end times for cities in the UK, along with the Torah portion and Haftarah reading...

The New North London Synagogue, founded by two families 50 years ago, has grown to over 3,700 members, with a significant youth population. The synagogue's j...

Parashat Vayechi concludes with the burial of Joseph in a coffin, symbolizing his dual identity as part of the patriarchal family and Egyptian society. Josep...

The late Rabbi Nachum Rabinovich, influential in UK Judaism and a mentor to Rabbi Sacks, believed in a rationalist Judaism blending universal and specific el...

Rabbi Sacks' popular Covenant & Conversation essays on the weekly Torah portion, originally an email series and now in book form, have been released in a fam...

The Shabbat times for the week of December 22 to December 29 are as follows: The Fast of Tevet ends at various times on Friday, December 22, with Shabbat beg...

In the Torah portion Vayigash, Joseph warns his brothers not to become agitated on their journey home. The classic commentator Rashi suggests this agitation ...

Rabbi Scott Kahn and certified sex therapist Talli Rosenbaum co-host the podcast "Intimate Judaism," discussing intimate issues from a Jewish perspective, br...

The Parashah of Mikketz delves into the significance of dreams in the Torah, portraying them as divine messages needing interpretation. Joseph's ability to i...

Shabbat times from December 15 to December 22 vary slightly across different cities in the UK. On Friday, December 15, Shabbat begins at different times in v...

The article explores the concept of martyrdom in Judaism through the lens of the tragic death of Alina Palhati at a rave in Israel. It discusses the idea of ...

The Shabbat times for December 8 to December 15 are as follows: on December 8, Shabbat begins in the evening at varying times in different cities, with it al...

The Torah portion of Vayeshev focuses on the story of Joseph being sold into slavery by his brothers, causing deep grief for Jacob and a sense of doom for th...

For a Jewish woman married to a Muslim man wondering how to raise their son, an Orthodox perspective underscores the importance of following Jewish teachings...

In this week's Parashah Vayishlach, the internal struggles we face on a daily basis are likened to the story of Jacob wrestling with an angel to receive the ...

From December 1 to December 8, Shabbat times in various UK cities are listed alongside the Torah portion for Saturday, December 2 (Vayishlach) and the haftar...

Parashat Vayetze explores the significance of the mandrake in Torah, a plant with potential magical and aphrodisiac properties. The story involves Leah and R...

Shabbat times for November 24 to December 1 are as follows: On November 24, Shabbat begins between 3:28 and 3:51 in various UK cities. On November 25, the To...

Rabbi Louis Jacobs is portrayed as a model for spiritual seekers today amidst a world feeling increasingly fraught. The text discusses how Jacobs' Jewish the...

A UK survey found that religiously affiliated individuals are happier, more optimistic, and feel more confident in dealing with life's challenges compared to...

The text discusses the complexity of engaging in war, highlighting that while warfare may be necessary at times, it is still considered sinful. Drawing on th...

Shabbat times for the week of November 17 to November 24 have been provided, including the start times on Friday and end times on Saturday for various cities...

In Parashat Toldot, Isaac follows in his father Abraham's footsteps by pretending his wife Rebecca is his sister, leading to a revelation of their true relat...

In times of distress, recent events have imbued traditional Jewish prayers with renewed significance, particularly emphasizing the themes of peace and freedo...

Parashat Chayei Sarah discusses the death of Sarah and its aftermath, following the Akedah (binding of Isaac). Various traditions speculate on Sarah's passin...