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0 History Communities

Reflections on Orthodox Jewish Life in America

Rabbi Dr. Jacob J. Schacter in Jewish Action · 2 Jun

Rabbi Dr. Jacob J. Schacter reflects on the historical challenges and evolution of Orthodox Judaism in America, emphasizing the tension between embracing American ideals of freedom and maintaining Jewish tradition.

0 Politics Antisemitism

Jewish leaders escalate concerns about unclear political conditions on federal security grants

Asaf Elia-Shalev in JTA · 5 Feb

Jewish leaders are voicing alarm over the ambiguous conditions tied to federal security grants provided to religious and nonprofit institutions at high risk of terror attacks.

0 Communities Education

As Greenpoint’s Jewish community grows, so does this shul’s Hebrew school

Jackie Hajdenberg in Forward · 20 Oct 2025

The Jewish community in Greenpoint, Brooklyn is expanding, with the Greenpoint Shul recently incorporating a thriving Hebrew school that serves about 30 children from kindergarten through eighth grade.

0 Music Communities

Songs in the Key of October 7

Rahel Musleah in Hadassah · 2 Sep 2025

Following the tragic events of October 7, 2023, at the Nova music festival, music has become a powerful medium of memorial and healing for grieving families in Israel.

0 Jewish Law Ethics

How should you tell someone that a loved one died? Judaism offers an answer.

Rabbi Daniel Cohen in Forward · 31 Jul 2025

Rabbi Daniel Cohen shares insights on delivering tragic news, emphasizing the Jewish perspective on providing comfort and support to those who are grieving.

0 Jewish Law History

Why Jews bury books like they bury the dead

Rabbi Daniel Cohen in Forward · 29 Jun 2025

Rabbi Daniel Cohen explores the Jewish tradition of burying sacred texts, such as prayer books and Torah scrolls, when they become unusable.

0 Israel History

Why some see an ancient biblical enemy in Iran

Benyamin Cohen in Forward · 22 Jun 2025

The notion of Amalek, an ancient biblical enemy of the Israelites known for their malicious attacks, has captured Jewish theological discussion for centuries, representing a perpetual threat to Jewish existence.

0 Jewish Law Philosophy

Should Diaspora Jews be buried in Israel? A rabbi responds

Rabbi Daniel Cohen in Forward · 11 May 2025

Rabbi Daniel Cohen reflects on the profound decision of whether Diaspora Jews should be buried in Israel.

0 Communities History

Keep Climbing

Sharona in Mishpacha · 6 May 2025

Rabbi Naftali Rabinowitz serves as the Jewish chaplain at Johns Hopkins Hospital in Baltimore, a role deeply connected to his personal history as a former patient there due to his childhood spina bifida condition.

0 Culture Holidays

The Tri-State’s Best Kept Secrets

Miriam Blumenkrantz in Jewish Action · 2 Apr 2025

Miriam Blumenkrantz offers a comprehensive four-day itinerary for families in the New York tri-state area, highlighting a variety of engaging activities to enjoy during Chol HaMoed or on weekends.

0 Communities Ethics

The Unexpected Patient

Cindy Scarr in Mishpacha · 18 Mar 2025

Paramedic Shuey recalls an unforgettable call he received one Friday evening after candlelighting.

0 Jewish Law Philosophy

Why are Jews buried in a plain pine coffin?

Rabbi Daniel Cohen in Forward · 9 Mar 2025

Rabbi Daniel Cohen discusses the Jewish custom of burying the deceased in simple pine coffins, emphasizing the belief that all people are equal in death regardless of their social status in life.

0 Politics History

Film Review | ‘Centered’: How Senator Joe Lieberman Did it His Way

Dan Freedman in Moment · 6 Mar 2025

An insightful documentary, "Centered: Joe Lieberman," explores the remarkable and often controversial political career of Joe Lieberman, who made history in 2000 as the first Jewish candidate nominated for U.S. Vice President.

0 Jewish Law Culture

What should a mourner do while sitting shiva? A rabbi offers 4 suggestions

Rabbi Daniel Cohen in Forward · 2 Feb 2025

Rabbi Daniel Cohen offers four insightful guidelines for navigating the mourning period of shiva, transforming what can often seem like a daunting ritual into a time of personal growth and lasting commemoration.

0 Ethics Jewish Law

What’s the best thing to say to a mourner? A rabbi responds

Rabbi Daniel Cohen in Forward · 5 Jan 2025

Rabbi Daniel Cohen shares insights on how to offer genuine comfort during a shiva visit, emphasizing the importance of listening and being present for the mourner.

0 Communities Ethics

The Maggid’s Message

Cindy Scarr in Mishpacha · 31 Dec 2024

Rabbi Paysach Krohn shares his deeply personal insights from his time recovering at the Kessler Rehabilitation Institute, highlighting the critical role of bikur cholim in providing both emotional and practical support.

0 Television/Film Culture

The 11-year-old son of a cantor makes a splashy NYC theater debut in ‘Drag: The Musical’

Steve North in JTA · 2 Dec 2024

Yair Keydar, an 11-year-old son of a cantor, is making waves with his debut in "Drag: The Musical" off-Broadway in New York City.

0 Politics Leadership

Jews named Josh will be 6% of U.S. governors. Rabbis named Josh have leadership advice.

Benyamin Cohen in Forward · 6 Nov 2024

In an intriguing overlap of names and prominence, Josh Stein's election as governor of North Carolina means that 6% of U.S. governors are now Jewish men named Josh, joining Josh Shapiro of Pennsylvania and Josh Green of Hawaii.

0 Philosophy Jewish Law

Do Jews believe in the afterlife?

Rabbi Daniel Cohen in Forward · 31 Oct 2024

Rabbi Daniel Cohen explores Jewish beliefs regarding the afterlife, emphasizing that the soul is immortal as taught by Jewish mysticism, particularly the Zohar.

0 Culture Literature

The Great Swamp Monster Confluence of 1971

Andrew Fox in Tablet · 31 Oct 2022

The article explores the fascinating convergence of swamp monsters in 1971 comics, drawing parallels to Jewish lore by comparing these creatures to the Golem of Prague.

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