Jewish Practice

0 Culture History

The Humble yet Mighty Shtender in Jewish History! (shout-out to Flexispot standing desks)

Jewish History Lectures · 14 Nov

The shtender, a simple yet significant fixture in Jewish history, holds a special place as a personal stand, often used in synagogues and study halls for prayer and study.

0 Jewish Law Culture

Some people need to eat on Yom Kippur. It’s time to stop laughing about it.

eJewishPhilanthropy · 10 Oct

Highlighting the importance of providing support for those who need to eat on Yom Kippur, the article discusses the insensitivity of laughing at recipes for the holiday, as appeared in a New York Times article.

0 Torah Ethics

Parashah of the week: Ekev

Jewish Chronicle · 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 "trampled underfoot," as suggested by the word play on the Hebrew word "ekev" (heel).

0 Communities Culture

Jewish Couple Open up about their struggles in their relationship

Chabad.org · 22 Aug

This video explores the personal journey of Danny and Kylie, a couple navigating the challenges of differing backgrounds to forge a shared Jewish identity.

0 Jewish Law History

Chabad’s Mission Is Not Much Different Than Centrist Orthodoxy’s

Sruli Fruchter in 18forty · 24 Jul

The text compares the mission of Chabad with Centrist Orthodoxy in understanding the purpose of Jewish practice as creating a dwelling place for God in the physical world.

0 Jewish Law Culture

Discovering Orthodoxy, Halacha, and Myself

Sruli Fruchter in 18forty · 19 Jun

The author describes her journey of discovering Orthodoxy and halacha, starting with a fascination with the moon and the interconnectedness of Jewish women's power to the universe.

0 Jewish Law Communities

Jack Wertheimer: A New American Judaism? The Sociology of Jewish Practice [Denominations 3/5]

18forty · 28 May

Professor Jack Wertheimer joins the 18Forty Podcast to discuss the evolution of American Jewish practice over the last century, emphasizing the gap between ideological ideals and lived religion across Jewish denominations.

0 Culture Ethics

This Earth Day, pretend it's Shabbat—and take a break for the environment

Not That Kind of Rabbi · 21 Apr

Jonathan Schorsch, founder of the Green Sabbath Project, advocates for environmental activism through the practice of Shabbat, suggesting a technological and consumer-free day each week as a step towards combating climate change.

0 Jewish Law Education

Praxis

Joshua Ladon in Sources · 5 Apr

The concept of "praxis" in Judaism emphasizes the interactive relationship between study and practice.

0 Communities Leadership

The Spirituality of Showing Up when it Matters with Sharon Brous and Amy E. Schwartz

Moment in Moment · 8 Mar

Sharon Brous, founding rabbi of IKAR in Los Angeles, known for her innovative approach to Jewish practice and community, discusses the importance of being present for each other in her new book "The Amen Effect: Ancient Wisdom to Mend Our Broken Hearts and World."

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Legacy Bintel: I love traditional services, but my wife wants Rosh Hashanah in mixed seating. Where do we pray?

Beth Harpaz in Forward · 28 Aug 2023

The Bintel letter from 1975 and its response address a couple's disagreement over where to pray for Rosh Hashanah.

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The Conversion Episode, 2023: Ep. 363

Unorthodox · 18 May 2023

In this episode, the hosts of the Unorthodox podcast discuss different aspects of Jewish journeys and experiences.

0 Communities Culture

The Conversion Episode, 2023: Ep. 363

Unorthodox · 18 May 2023

In the 2023 Conversion Episode, the focus is on Jewish journeys, including stories of people finding their way to Judaism and discussions about interfaith relationships.

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America's First Bat Mitzvah

Adventures in Jewish Studies · 24 May 2021

The first American bat mitzvah occurred on March 18, 1922, marking its upcoming 100th anniversary.

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Sometimes it's better to take our heads out of the spiritual clouds and instead roll up our sleeves and do some good hard soul work. Alan Morinis on the ancient and totally necessary path of Mussa.

Not That Kind of Rabbi · 14 Jan 2021

In this text, Alan Morinis discusses the concept of Mussar, an ancient Jewish practice focusing on developing 13 soul traits through weekly introspection and improvement.

0 Jewish Law Education

Take One from Tablet Magazine

Unorthodox · 9 Jan 2020

This episode introduces 'Take One,' a new weekday podcast delving into the Daf Yomi cycle of reading the Talmud, addressing Tractate Berakhot, page 2.

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Tradition and Myth: Ep. 207

Unorthodox · 12 Dec 2019

In this episode of Unorthodox, the hosts cover a range of topics including figure skaters performing to "Schindler's List" music, a conversation with Sarah Hurwitz about her book on finding Judaism's deeper meaning, and an interview with Jackson Crawford, an expert in Old Norse mythology.

0 Culture Food

Keeping the Faith: Ep. 147

Unorthodox · 16 Aug 2018

In episode 147 of Unorthodox, the producers takeover to discuss stories of faith.

0 Jewish Law Gender/Identity

Wanted: Precision, Nuance, and Avodat Hashem

Jeffrey R. Woolf in Lehrhaus · 28 Feb 2017

The recent statement by the Orthodox Union on professional roles for women in Orthodox synagogues has sparked intense debate within the Jewish community.

0 Philosophy Jewish Law

Kashrut and Kugel: Franz Rosenzweig’s “The Builders”

Lawrence Kaplan in Jewish Review of Books · 25 Nov 2013

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.

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