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In difficult times, faith can serve as a vital anchor, offering strength and perspective. This reflective piece explores how even the most devoted individual...

This exploration of Parashat Vaera examines the enigmatic progression of Pharaoh's heart hardening throughout the first seven plagues in Egypt. Initially, Ph...

Providing essential information for UK Jewish communities, this summary details Shabbat start and end times across major cities, for late January. Specifical...

As Donald Trump prepared to assume office, his presidency drew significant support from the Jewish community, reflecting a division within American Jewry lar...

Rabbi Dr. Harris Bor explores the significance of Pharaoh's daughter, known as Batya, in the story of Moses' early life. Despite her father's decree to kill ...

This entry provides the Shabbat start and end times for specific locations in the UK for the week of January 17 to January 24. It includes the Torah portion ...

The Clean Speech Project, initiated by Jewish educators, has expanded from Colorado to the UK, encouraging positive communication to counter negative dialogu...

This week's parashah, Vayechi, explores the enigmatic nature of Jacob's attempted revelation of the future to his sons, as recorded in the Torah. Although sa...

This week's observances include the Fast of Tevet, which concludes in the evening according to the respective city times across the UK. The weekly Torah port...

In Parashat Vayiggash, Judah rises as a surprising leader among his brothers, stepping forward to negotiate with Joseph (unbeknownst to them, their brother) ...

This listing provides Shabbat beginning and ending times in various UK cities, including London and Manchester, for the period from January 3 to January 10, ...

Simon Eder argues for the placement of Israeli flags in synagogues worldwide, highlighting the flag's significance beyond political affiliation and as a unif...

Rabbi Paul Freedman reflects on the weekly Torah portion of Mikketz, discussing the encounter between Joseph and his brothers in Egypt. He explores the Hebre...

This compilation provides the Shabbat candle lighting times and ending times for various locations in the UK during the observance of Shabbat Chanukah and th...

Exploring whether drugs can be used for spiritual awakening, Orthodox Rabbi Alex Chapper and Progressive Rabbi Jonathan Romain express contrasting views, yet...

In the context of rising antisemitism, Jewish visibility has become a contentious issue, with many fearing to display outward signs of Jewish identity. The l...

The article argues for reclaiming the ethical vision at the heart of Zionism, challenging the narrative that equates Zionism with racism or colonialism. It h...

Vayeshev offers a complex narrative with two stories of women: Tamar, who seeks justice within the law, and Potiphar's wife, whose attempted seduction of Jos...

The week beginning December 20 includes details for Shabbat entry and exit times across various UK cities, alongside the Torah portion 'Vayeshev' and Haftara...

Rabbi Dr. Meesh Hammer-Kossoy is an influential figure in advancing the role of women in Orthodox Judaism. As one of the first women to be ordained at Rabbi ...

Avidan Halivni, associate director of the Chicago-based Jewish Learning Collaborative (JLC), is pioneering a novel matchmaking service focused on pairing ind...

The exploration of the parashah Vayishlach delves into the nuanced meeting between Jacob and Esau, highlighting their differing perspectives on possession an...

This item lists the Shabbat times for various UK cities from December 13 to December 20, including times for candle lighting on Friday evenings and Havdalah ...

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...

Rabbi Natasha Mann examines the parashah Vayetze, highlighting Jacob's surprising vow to God after his divine revelation. Mann suggests that Jacob's promise ...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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 ...

The weekly Torah portion, Chayei Sarah, offers a lens into the nuances of Biblical Hebrew, emphasizing its compact and enigmatic nature. The article explores...

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 ...

In response to changing social dynamics and the push for greater gender inclusion, many Orthodox synagogues are redesigning their interiors to bring men and ...

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...

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...

"Nobody Wants This," a Netflix series about an interdating rabbi, has sparked conversation about the evolving norms within Progressive Judaism concerning int...

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...

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...

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...

Rabbi Natasha Mann explores the thematic connections between the biblical narratives of Noah and Jonah, highlighting both their symbolic similarities and cru...

The article provides a schedule for Shabbat times, covering the period from November 1 to November 8 across various UK cities, including London, Bournemouth,...

In light of the recent tragedies affecting the Jewish community, Rabbi Dr. Raphael Zarum reflects on the importance of maintaining joy and resilience through...

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...

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...

The discussion focuses on the theme of attention, especially relevant in today's digital-heavy environment, and how it pertains to Jewish rituals, particular...

Rabbi Mordechai Yosef Leiner of Izbica offers a profound reinterpretation of a verse regarding the thrice-annual pilgrimage festivals, suggesting that the ac...

Detailed information is provided for the observance of Shabbat and Jewish holidays from October 16 to October 25, covering Erev Succot, Succot, Shabbat Chol ...

The article explores the enduring spiritual and ethical significance of the Book of Jonah, particularly amid the tumultuous contemporary setting of Jewish li...

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...

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,...