This newsletter discusses various topics related to Judaism and Israel.

This article discusses Jewish baby names that start with the letter T. It provides a list of names for boys, girls, and unisex options, along with their meanings and variations.

Maya Arad's novel "Shanim tovot" is a collection of annual Jewish New Years letters written by Leah Zuckerman over five decades, chronicling her life in America and her attempts to maintain a connection with her Israeli roots.

Over 500,000 Israeli expats live in the U.S., with large communities in New York, California, Florida, and New Jersey.

The Hebrew language has played a significant role in Jewish history and identity.

The article discusses the golden era of Hebrew culture in Morocco in the early and middle part of the 20th century.

This article discusses the experiences of Adriana Fernandez, a non-Jewish nanny who has become knowledgeable about Jewish customs and traditions through her work with Orthodox Jewish families in Florida.

In this article, the author discusses the concept of hendialys in pre-Shofar acrostic prayer.

Ron Biton, a highly successful Israeli pop songwriter and producer, has a knack for creating hits that resonate with the Israeli audience.

The author, a mother of four children who are Russian, Black, and Jewish, reflects on the value of Jewish day schools in instilling pride in their Jewish identity and providing a strong educational foundation.

The author discusses the achievements of Israel in fulfilling the vision of David Ben-Gurion, the first Prime Minister of Israel, which includes the ingathering of most Diaspora Jews to Israel and the technological preeminence of the Jewish state.

The article proposes a program called the Jethro Project, which aims to provide non-Jewish clergy with the opportunity to engage in focused Jewish study.

In "Places in the Parasha: Biblical Geography and Its Meaning" by Professor Yoel Elitzur, the author explores the geography of the Bible and its connection to classical texts and religious ideas.

Graphic artist Michal Shomer has created 12 new Hebrew letters to make the language more inclusive of women and non-binary people.

Mitchell First's new book, "Links to Our Legacy: Insights into Hebrew, History, and Liturgy," provides a collection of articles that explore various aspects of Jewish language, history, and liturgy.

Samuel David Luzzatto, also known as Shadal, was a prominent Italian Jewish scholar in the 19th century.

The article provides eight tips for reading about Israel and navigating the perception gap that exists between Western preconceptions and the reality of the country.

This article discusses the concept of Rashashian Kavanot as concrete poetry.

The article explores the experiences of nonbinary Jews and the challenges they face in navigating gendered spaces and rituals within the Jewish community.

"The Tunnel" by A.B. Yehoshua tells the story of Zvi Luria, a retired engineer in his seventies who is diagnosed with incipient dementia.

Rabbi Shmuel Ashkenazi, a prominent scholar and bibliographer in Jerusalem, passed away at the age of 98 due to COVID-19 complications.

Tablet Magazine has launched a new podcast called Hebrew School, a fun game show designed for kids wanting to learn about Judaism in an entertaining way, but enjoyable for adults too.

Allison Kaplan Sommer, Noah Efron, and Jeremy Benstein discuss the impact of the Hebrew language on uniting or dividing Jews globally, the potential consequences of a third Knesset election in Israel, and the portrayal of Jewish identity in popular media like "Transparent."

In a discussion led by Allison Kaplan Sommer, Noah Efron, and Jeremy Benstein, the trio explores the impact of Hebrew language on global Jewish unity, the potential repercussions of a third Knesset election, and the portrayal of Jewish identity in media.

In ancient Jerusalem, to partake in Hellenistic sports, Jewish teenage boys had their circumcisions reversed.