Tag: Jewish Practices

The rise in antisemitic attacks in France following the Hamas massacres in Israel has led many Jewish individuals to fear for their safety, prompting them to remove their mezuzot from outside their homes and place them inside instead.
The author reflects on their Jewish identity crisis, which started in their youth when questioning the meaning of Judaism, leading them to atheism due to perceived discrepancies in religious beliefs.
In this essay, the author recounts their experience of finding solace and meaning in Shabbat after being diagnosed with a chronic illness.
The essay explores the intersection of Shabbat observance, chronic illness, and the importance of radical rest.
Akiva and Chava Hart, a former hip hop dancer and makeup artist, respectively, have documented their journey of converting to Orthodox Judaism online through the House of Lev.
The rabbis in this discussion have varying opinions on the impact of artificial intelligence (AI) on people's spiritual lives.
In this discussion, the speakers explore the concept of segulos, which are spiritual remedies or practices meant to bring about specific outcomes, such as success, health, or happiness.
In 2022, there seemed to be a noticeable increase in Jewish representation on TV, with shows exploring Jewish themes and culture in more depth.
This article discusses the role of mashgichim (kosher supervisors) in ensuring that food establishments comply with kosher dietary laws.
In this personal essay, the author reflects on their experience as a convert to Judaism and discusses the discomfort they feel with the label "convert."
The main points of this text can be summarized as follows: The threats to Jewish continuity include assimilation, antisemitism, intermarriage, apathy, and ignorance.
A survey by the Pew Research Center revealed that non-Jewish Americans lack knowledge about Judaism, scoring poorly on questions related to Jewish history, practice, and texts.
In a recent episode of the Unorthodox podcast, host Mark Oppenheimer alongside Tablet staffers Stephanie Butnick and Liel Leibovitz delve into topics such as Ann Coulter's controversial tweet targeting Jews, the Pope's visit to the U.S., and efforts to end the traditional Jewish practice of Kapporos involving the ritual slaughter of chickens before Yom Kippur.