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Jewish Chronicle How the pig became a bête noire 8 Dec
The pig has long held a complex and significant place in Jewish culture and identity, explored in Jordan D. Rosenblum's new history. From its presence in Bib...
8 Dec
Jewish Chronicle Parashah of the week: Vayetze 5 Dec
Rabbi Natasha Mann examines the parashah Vayetze, highlighting Jacob's surprising vow to God after his divine revelation. Mann suggests that Jacob's promise ...
5 Dec
Jewish Chronicle Shabbat times from December 6 to December 13 5 Dec
This brief listing provides the Shabbat times for the period from December 6 to December 13, detailing when Shabbat begins and ends in various UK locations s...
5 Dec
Jewish Chronicle The unique Ethiopian festival with Jerusalem at its heart 28 Nov
Sigd, a unique Ethiopian Jewish festival, represents the deep connection of the Beta Israel to Jerusalem and spiritual renewal. Celebrated 50 days post-Yom K...
28 Nov
Jewish Chronicle Parashah of the week: Toldot 28 Nov
This week's Parashah, Toldot, invites us to explore the symbolic significance of Isaac's well-digging. Rabbi Benjy Morgan suggests that Isaac's actions demon...
28 Nov
Jewish Chronicle Shabbat times from November 29 to December 6 28 Nov
The article provides the Shabbat timings for various cities in the UK from November 29 to December 6, including the Torah portion and Haftarah for the Shabba...
28 Nov
Jewish Chronicle Do diaspora Jews have a religious duty to join the IDF? 24 Nov
The debate over whether diaspora Jews have a religious duty to join the Israel Defense Forces (IDF) is explored through both Orthodox and Progressive Jewish ...
24 Nov
Jewish Chronicle Parashah of the week: Chayei Sarah 21 Nov
The weekly Torah portion, Chayei Sarah, offers a lens into the nuances of Biblical Hebrew, emphasizing its compact and enigmatic nature. The article explores...
21 Nov
Jewish Chronicle Shabbat times from November 22 to November 29 21 Nov
This entry provides the specific times for the beginning and end of Shabbat across various UK cities for the week of November 22 to November 29. It includes ...
21 Nov
Jewish Chronicle Goodbye to the ladies’ gallery 17 Nov
In response to changing social dynamics and the push for greater gender inclusion, many Orthodox synagogues are redesigning their interiors to bring men and ...
17 Nov
Jewish Chronicle Parashah of the week: Vayera 14 Nov
The weekly Torah portion Vayera culminates in the dramatic story of the Akedah, or the binding of Isaac. However, preceding this is the tale of Hagar and Ish...
14 Nov
Jewish Chronicle Shabbat times from November 15 to November 22 14 Nov
This provides the schedule for Shabbat times in various UK cities for the week of November 15 to November 22. It includes the exact times for when Shabbat be...
14 Nov
Jewish Chronicle Does an inter-dating rabbi stretch the limits of liberalism? 10 Nov
"Nobody Wants This," a Netflix series about an interdating rabbi, has sparked conversation about the evolving norms within Progressive Judaism concerning int...
10 Nov
Jewish Chronicle Parashah of the week: Lech Lecha 7 Nov
In this week's parashah, Lech Lecha, we explore a key narrative where Abram rejects the King of Sodom's offer to keep the spoils of war, highlighting a disti...
7 Nov
Jewish Chronicle Shabbat times from November 1 to November 8 7 Nov
This week's Shabbat, corresponding to Cheshvan 7 (Friday, November 8), begins at specific times across various UK cities, such as 4:07 PM in London and Manch...
7 Nov
Jewish Chronicle An Orthodox rabbi and Reform journalist share their dialogue over Torah 3 Nov
Abigail Pogrebin, a Reform journalist, and Rabbi Dov Linzer, a Modern Orthodox rabbi, demonstrate the power of dialogue through their book "It Takes Two to T...
3 Nov
Jewish Chronicle Parashah of the week: Noach 31 Oct
Rabbi Natasha Mann explores the thematic connections between the biblical narratives of Noah and Jonah, highlighting both their symbolic similarities and cru...
31 Oct
Jewish Chronicle Shabbat times from November 1 to November 8 31 Oct
The article provides a schedule for Shabbat times, covering the period from November 1 to November 8 across various UK cities, including London, Bournemouth,...
31 Oct
Jewish Chronicle Why we must dance again on Simchat Torah 22 Oct
In light of the recent tragedies affecting the Jewish community, Rabbi Dr. Raphael Zarum reflects on the importance of maintaining joy and resilience through...
22 Oct
Jewish Chronicle Parashah of the week: Bereshit 22 Oct
In Parashat Bereshit, Rabbi Benjy Morgan explores the famous tale of Adam and Eve eating the forbidden fruit and highlights the critical issue of communicati...
22 Oct
Jewish Chronicle Shabbat and Simchat Torah times from October 23 to November 1 22 Oct
This schedule provides key times for Jewish observances from October 23 to November 1, focusing on Shabbat, Shemini Atzeret, and Simchat Torah. It outlines t...
22 Oct
Jewish Chronicle What should we think about when we are sitting in the succah? 15 Oct
The discussion focuses on the theme of attention, especially relevant in today's digital-heavy environment, and how it pertains to Jewish rituals, particular...
15 Oct
Jewish Chronicle Parashah of the week: Shabbat Chol Hamo’ed Succot 15 Oct
Rabbi Mordechai Yosef Leiner of Izbica offers a profound reinterpretation of a verse regarding the thrice-annual pilgrimage festivals, suggesting that the ac...
15 Oct
Jewish Chronicle Shabbat and Yom Tov times from October 16 to October 25 15 Oct
Detailed information is provided for the observance of Shabbat and Jewish holidays from October 16 to October 25, covering Erev Succot, Succot, Shabbat Chol ...
15 Oct
Jewish Chronicle The Book of Jonah is a guiding light in a storm-tossed world 10 Oct
The article explores the enduring spiritual and ethical significance of the Book of Jonah, particularly amid the tumultuous contemporary setting of Jewish li...
10 Oct
Jewish Chronicle Parashah of the week: Yom Kippur 10 Oct
Yom Kippur, often viewed as the most challenging day of the year due to its fast and focus on repentance, is also a profoundly joyful opportunity for spiritu...
10 Oct
Jewish Chronicle Yom Kippur and Succot times from October 11 to October 18 10 Oct
This guide provides specific timing details for the observance of Yom Kippur and Succot from October 11 to October 18, 2019, across various cities in the UK,...
10 Oct
Jewish Chronicle Parashah of the week: Ha’azinu 1 Oct
Parashat Haazinu, read on Shabbat Shuvah, poetically warns of the consequences Israel faces if it fails to uphold the divine covenant. Positioned between Ros...
1 Oct
Jewish Chronicle Shabbat, festival and fast times from October 2 to October 11 1 Oct
The article provides a detailed schedule of Jewish festive and fast times for the period from October 2 to October 11, referencing locations across the UK. I...
1 Oct
Jewish Chronicle The fast that falls on the eve of October 7 30 Sep
Marking the anniversary of the October 7 pogrom, a communal gathering in London coincides with Tzom Gedaliah, a Jewish fast commemorating the assassination o...
30 Sep
Jewish Chronicle This year perhaps God needs our forgiveness 29 Sep
In the wake of a year marked by tragedy and loss, Rabba Epstein delves into the challenging notion of forgiving God during Rosh Hashanah and Yom Kippur. Refl...
29 Sep
Jewish Chronicle Can we really speak of God today as ‘Our Father, Our King’? 29 Sep
The article explores the evolution and significance of the Avinu Malkeinu prayer in Jewish liturgy, particularly during the High Holy Days. It highlights how...
29 Sep
Jewish Chronicle A little guilt can go a long way but too much is destructive 29 Sep
Gideon Sylvester explores the dual nature of guilt in Judaism, particularly during the High Holy Days. While guilt can power a change towards repentance and ...
29 Sep
Jewish Chronicle Parashah of the week: Nitzavim-Vayelech 26 Sep
This reflection on the Torah portions Nitzavim-Vayelech draws a parallel between the scriptural emphasis on standing firm together and the contemporary exper...
26 Sep
Jewish Chronicle Shabbat and Yom Tov times from September 27 to October 4 26 Sep
This schedule outlines the Shabbat and Yom Tov timings for various locations in the UK between September 27 and October 4, which include Shabbat, erev Rosh H...
26 Sep
Jewish Chronicle Torah can help unleash your inner creativity – here’s how 22 Sep
Rabbi Adina Allen's book, "The Place of All Possibility," presents the Jewish Studio Process, a method of engaging with Torah to unleash personal creativity....
22 Sep
Jewish Chronicle Parashah of the week: Ki Tavo 20 Sep
The declaration from Parashat Ki Tavo, recited by Israelites upon bringing their first fruits, significantly shapes Jewish identity as it is integrated into ...
20 Sep
Jewish Chronicle Shabbat times from September 20 to September 27 17 Sep
The piece details the times for the start and end of Shabbat across various UK cities, including London, Bournemouth, Leeds, Manchester, Gateshead, and Glasg...
17 Sep
Jewish Chronicle The Talmud’s women aren’t always what they seem 13 Sep
Gila Fine, a lecturer at the Pardes Institute in Jerusalem, presents a new perspective on Talmudic tales about women in her book "The Madwoman in the Rabbi's...
13 Sep
Jewish Chronicle Parashah of the week: Ki Tetzei 13 Sep
Focusing on Deuteronomy 23:25 from Parashat Ki Tetzei, Rabbi Silverstein explores the balance between generosity and healthy boundaries in society. The verse...
13 Sep
Jewish Chronicle Shabbat times from September 13 to September 20 13 Sep
This entry provides the Shabbat start and end times across various cities in the UK for two consecutive weekends in September, aligned with the dates in the ...
13 Sep
Jewish Chronicle A cutting question: why do we circumcise? 8 Sep
Rabbi Elihu Gevirtz explores the deep spiritual significance of the Jewish rite of circumcision, brit milah, in his new book "Sacred Insignia." Beyond the ph...
8 Sep
Jewish Chronicle Parashah of the week: Shoftim 4 Sep
This week's parashah, Shoftim, delves into the complexities of interpreting the Written Torah, highlighting the indispensable role of the Oral Torah and rabb...
4 Sep
Jewish Chronicle Shabbat times from September 6 to September 13 4 Sep
This article provides the Shabbat start and end times for various UK cities from September 6 to September 13, 2023. It specifies that on Friday, September 6,...
4 Sep
Jewish Chronicle If we could only listen to the animals 30 Aug
Jonathan Wittenberg reflects on the importance of recognizing and respecting animals as integral parts of our ecosystem and spiritual lives. By considering t...
30 Aug
Jewish Chronicle Parashah of the week: Re’eh 30 Aug
This article reflects on Parashat Reeh and its call to obliterate a town consumed by idolatry, which is interpreted as a hypothetical case for learning by la...
30 Aug
Jewish Chronicle Shabbat times from August 30 to September 6 28 Aug
The article provides Shabbat timings for various locations in the UK from August 30 to September 6, along with the Torah portion "Reeh" and Haftarah readings...
28 Aug
Jewish Chronicle How women rose to Orthodox synagogue leadership 25 Aug
The election of a female president at an Orthodox synagogue in Leeds highlights ongoing debates about women's roles in synagogue leadership. Despite some rab...
25 Aug
Jewish Chronicle Parashah of the week: Ekev 23 Aug
This week's Torah portion, Ekev, begins with a focus on the importance of all commandments, including the seemingly minor ones that may be overlooked or "tra...
23 Aug
Jewish Chronicle Shabbat times from August 23 to August 30 23 Aug
This article provides specific Shabbat start and end times for various locations in the UK, including London, Bournemouth, Leeds, Manchester, Gateshead, and ...
23 Aug