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As the geopolitical shift towards great-power competition with China intensifies, the traditional U.S.-Israel alliance—which was historically rooted in defen...

In a bold proposition, the article advocates for a moonshot-style endeavor to promote universal Jewish literacy among North American Jews within two decades,...

The article explores the transformative impact of technological advancements, particularly AI, genetic engineering, and neuroscience, on human existence and ...

In this contemplative critique, the author argues that American Jewish leadership has neglected the rich content of Jewish civilization, culminating in a gen...

The article examines the complexities of applying Jewish teachings, specifically tikkun olam, to social justice efforts, noting that Judaism encompasses a br...

The letters featured in the Sapir Journal address a recent issue on the topic of Jewish chosenness, reflecting diverse perspectives within the Jewish thought...

Maimonides' tragic personal experiences, including the death of his brother, deepened his understanding of poverty and shaped his views on charity, as reflec...

Lynn and Stacy Schusterman discuss the evolution of their philanthropic endeavors, emphasizing the integration of both Jewish and secular causes as fundament...

Jewish philanthropy has shifted significantly over the past several decades, moving from a model of broad, socially pressured giving to one that emphasizes l...

Israel's economy has shown remarkable resilience and growth despite ongoing multifaceted conflicts and significant challenges. The Tel Aviv Stock Exchange ha...

Facing a shift in the American Jewish experience, the concept of establishing a Jewish Sovereign Wealth Fund is being proposed amid the backdrop of declining...

Monetary currency, deeply embedded in Jewish law, serves as more than just a medium of exchange but as an expression of sovereignty and legitimacy crucial to...

Using the biblical story of the golden calf as a starting point, this piece explores the tensions between materialism and spirituality within contemporary Je...

Jewish communal life has historically been sustained not only by financial contributions but also through direct service and volunteerism, embodying the Jewi...

The Jewish Funders Network conducted a survey assessing philanthropic efforts targeted at combating antisemitism, revealing both the fragmented nature and si...

The article explores the historical and contemporary challenges of Jewish day school affordability in America, framing it as a critical issue for Jewish cont...

Sender Jarmulowsky, a Jewish immigrant banker on New York's Lower East Side, transformed American finance for immigrants in the early 20th century through in...

Driven by a personal scholarship that pivoted him towards Jewish communal service, the author reflects on his long experience in the Federation system, empha...

The experiences of Tanya and Jennifer in Philadelphia highlight the critical role of Jewish community bonds in mitigating economic hardship. While Tanya, emb...

The article examines the immense financial burden Israel has faced due to ongoing military conflicts over the past few years, breaking down expenditures on d...

The article critically examines Milton Friedman's views on capitalism and its relationship with Judaism, highlighting Friedman's misunderstanding of Jewish a...

Reflecting on a Talmudic passage from Eruvin 65b, the publisher explores the complexities surrounding money in Jewish tradition, emphasizing its role as both...

Rabbis today face significant challenges in taking bold stances due to institutional constraints and a cautious incentive structure within Jewish communal li...

Allegra Goodman reflects on the evolution of Jewish-American literature beyond the prominent figures of Saul Bellow and Philip Roth. Despite the assertion by...

In 2009, the Israeli ambassador to the United States faced unique challenges while navigating the diplomatic landscape during President Obama's administratio...

In this thought-provoking piece addressed to Jewish freshmen entering university, the author offers advice for navigating antisemitism and misconceptions abo...

Saul Bellow's reflection on the role of Jewish writers evokes the ancient tradition of Jewish prophecy as a means of grappling with societal decline and mora...

Chaim Potok's "The Chosen" is a seminal Jewish novel that explores the complexities of friendship across religious divides, set in 1940s Williamsburg. The st...

The article explores England's remarkable historical shift from one of the most antisemitic nations to a leading philosemitic society by the 17th century. In...

Pope Benedict XVI, in his 2018 article post-retirement, addressed the theological relationship between Christianity and Judaism, reaffirming the Catholic Chu...

In a 2025 reflection on Jewish identity, the concept of 'chosenness' presents both challenges and opportunities for American Jews. While historically content...

The concept of Israel as the 'chosen state' is examined through biblical references, historical evolution, and modern political and cultural dynamics. The ar...

Conversion to Judaism introduces complex identities and narratives, both for the converts and the Jewish community. Converts take on Hebrew names as symbolic...

Jewish theology has wrestled with the concept of chosenness for over two millennia, as exemplified by interpretations that shift the focus from God choosing ...

The essay reflects on the dual nature of the concept of chosenness in Jewish philosophy, particularly within the context of the author's personal experience ...

Archaeological discoveries in the Sinai Peninsula suggest that the belief in YHWH might have predated the Israelites and was adopted from nomadic tribes such...

The article explores the moral and psychological dynamics central to the 2011 prisoner swap between Israel and the Palestinian militant group, Hamas, where I...

The obituaries of three influential Jewish thinkers, Philip Sunshine, Peter Lax, and Richard Garwin, highlight a broader cultural phenomenon of Jewish intell...

Leon Pinsker, a 19th-century Zionist thinker, diagnosed antisemitism as a chronic condition stemming from fear of the stateless Jew. This article argues that...

The article explores the complex and often contradictory concept of Jewish chosenness within traditional texts, highlighting tensions between unconditional d...

The article explores the concept of divine chosenness, an idea integral to both Jewish and regional ancient Near Eastern cultures. Contrary to the anti-Semit...

The Publisher's Note reflects on the ongoing debate regarding Jewish chosenness, exploring whether it represents a privileged status or a divine calling. The...

In the wake of the October 7 terror attack in Israel, a resurgence of global antisemitism has prompted a rallying cry for Jews to acknowledge a broader war a...

The article explores how postmodernism (PoMo) fell from prominence and was replaced by a new "Woko" ideology, characterized by its rigid, absolute truths pri...

Michael Solomonov, an Israeli chef known for popularizing Israeli cuisine in the United States, discusses the role of food in Jewish culture and identity. Th...

During the tense era of the early 1980s in the Soviet Union, anti-Zionist sentiments were at their peak, with Jewish identity heavily scrutinized and express...

In the context of increasing public mistrust in scientific integrity and institutions, the author reflects on dilemmas faced when scientific findings interse...

Emphasizing Judaism's rich tradition of valuing debate, this article from the sapir journal introduces its mission to provoke thoughtful discussion and encou...

Power in Jewish communal life is increasingly viewed with skepticism, with funders, federations, and leaders often subject to criticism. This discussion, fea...

The National Jewish Population Survey of 1990, reporting a 52% intermarriage rate, catalyzed a "Jewish continuity" movement that initially emphasized educati...