Tag: Jewish Faith

The author reflects on her childhood experiences during Simchat Torah, where she felt a connection to God, perceiving His presence as she looked into the aron.
In episode 147 of Unorthodox, the producers takeover to discuss stories of faith.
The writer reflects on how discovering the Jewish background of comic creators such as Jerry Siegel, Joe Shuster, and Stan Lee helped him embrace his heritage while reconnecting with his faith.
The article reflects on the nature of faith, particularly within the context of Orthodox Judaism, focusing on the interplay between belief, rational arguments, and personal experiences.
The text explores the author's journey towards embracing kashrut by relinquishing non-kosher foods, particularly bacon, which held special significance for him.
In TanakhCast #129, the focus is on exploring and discussing four chapters of the Tanakh every two weeks, starting from Genesis to 2 Chronicles.
"Strange Miracle" explores the intersection of Jewish faith and Christian Zionism throughout history, emphasizing the significance of the Jewish people's return to the Land of Israel as a pivotal theme.
In the Talmudic period (200-500 CE), Jews had ceased being tempted by idol worship, focusing instead on co-existing with pagan societies.
The text explores the perplexing crisis of faith experienced by the Israelites in the Wilderness of Sin shortly after being saved from the Egyptians.
In a thought-provoking exploration, the essay discusses a theoretical dialogue between Rabbi Nahman of Breslov and Franz Kafka about the symbolic significance of the dreidel in Jewish tradition and philosophy.
In examining the beliefs and practices of Modern Orthodox Jews, there is a discussion around their comfort level with mysticism and anthropomorphism in Judaism.
The author, Leslie, used to find great meaning in attending shul on Yom Kippur, with its emotional highs and routines, feeling a sense of doing the right thing.
Rabbi Binyomin Eisenberger and Moishe Bane discuss the challenges of prayer, emphasizing that the essence of prayer is developing a deep connection to Hashem.
The text discusses the importance of the accurate transmission of the Oral Torah in Jewish law and faith over 1400 years, emphasizing that the Torah given to Moses has been passed down without error.
Goldberg, a wrestler who recently returned to the ring after 12 years, embodies Jewish pride and identity.
After experiencing the sudden death of her close friend Ben, the author grapples with grief and anger, questioning her faith and traditions as Yom Kippur approaches.
In this reflection by Rabbi Amichai Lau-Lavie, he delves into the concept of prayer, expressing doubts about its nature and efficacy.
The article discusses the challenges reporters for Jewish publications face when questioning interviewees about their Jewish identity.
In 1969, the New York Mets had a miraculous season, winning 100 games and the World Series, which some attributed to a series of unexpected events.
In a symposium on Jewish belief, Commentary Magazine highlighted the influence of Franz Rosenzweig, a German Jew whose essay "The Builders" provided a meaningful non-Orthodox perspective on Jewish law, emphasizing the transformation of law into personal commandment through practice.
A group aiming to convert Jews to Christianity removed references to George W. Bush's attendance at a fundraiser from its website, though the former president still plans to attend.
The article discusses the often overlooked contributions of non-Jewish individuals within the Jewish community, focusing on the stories of Mr. Roetta, a Hispanic custodian in a synagogue, and Pat, a janitor at a yeshiva.
Yona Baumel, a man of faith, passed away on Shavuot at the age of eighty-one, without his son Zecharya having been returned after going missing in a battle during the First Lebanon War in 1982.
Ruthi Cohen, a devoted woman with a deep faith, is at the center of a narrative detailing the life and tragedy of her family in Gush Katif.
This poem reflects on the legacy of Holocaust survivors, exploring themes of identity, faith, and intergenerational trauma.