Tag: Jewish Spirituality

The text explores the concept of tzenius (modesty) and its implications for communal leaders, particularly focusing on the multifaceted nature of tzenius in Jewish thought.
Rav Gershon Edelstein, a revered figure in the yeshivah world, passed away at the age of 100, leaving behind a legacy of quiet influence and profound Torah knowledge.
The discussion revolves around the importance of truly caring about Shabbos beyond just observing it by default.
In Parashat Bechukkotai, it is outlined that following the commandments will lead to blessings, including peace.
Rabbi Sivan Rahav-Meir, a prominent Israeli journalist and Torah scholar, discusses Parshat Bechukotai on the Tablet podcast Sivan Says, co-hosted by Liel Leibovitz.
The text discusses the unique role of Jews in the world, comparing it to driving a nail with a screwdriver - possible but not ideal.
Rabbi Josh Feigelson emphasizes the need to invest in supporting rabbis, cantors, and spiritual leaders, who serve as essential guides and mentors for the Jewish community.
The Parashah of the week, Vayikra, discusses the command to wipe out the memory of Amalek, known for an unprovoked attack against the Israelites after leaving Egypt.
Sharon Brous discusses the importance of showing up for one another and highlights the wisdom and relevance of Jewish practice and community in a conversation with Amy E. Schwartz.
In "Let There Be Words" by Andrew Rashkow, the connection between language, creation, and prayer is explored from a Jewish perspective.
The Parashah Vaera discusses the significance of the Hebrew word "ruach," meaning breath, wind, and spirit, in relation to our psychological and spiritual well-being.
The text includes several letters from readers in a Jewish publication.
This article explores the connection between the study of astrophysics and Jewish spirituality.
The summer 2023 issue of Moment Magazine explores the problems and opportunities surrounding artificial intelligence (AI).
Rabbi Lori Schneide Shapiro discusses the Open Temple in Venice, California, and how it empowers a new spiritual community through radical ritual practices.
This episode delves into the Tanya's differentiation between the levels of Beinoni and Tzadik, exploring how one can discern if someone possesses the soul of a Tzadik.
Rabbi Lord Jonathan Sacks and a symposium of Jewish leaders discuss the decline of spirituality in Orthodox Jewish life and ways to address it.
The article discusses the challenges and changes in people's attitudes towards davening (prayer) after the Covid pandemic.
In this episode of the18Forty Podcast, Rabbi Daniel Kalish discusses how each individual can forge their own path of religious commitment with the right help.
This article describes the author's search for information about her grandmothers, who were Holocaust victims.
In this episode of the 18Forty Podcast, Rabbi Dov Singer discusses how prayer can bring clarity to the essentials of our existence.
In this episode of the 18Forty Podcast, Dov Singer, Rosh Yeshiva of Yeshivat Mekor Chaim, discusses the power of prayer and how it can bring clarity to our lives.
Neo-Hasidism refers to the engagement with Hasidic texts and practices by individuals who are not part of a Hasidic community.
In Episode 348 of Unorthodox, the hosts discuss various topics including the novel "Tomorrow, and Tomorrow, and Tomorrow" by Gabrielle Zevin, the use of video games to teach morality, and writing about Holocaust survivors.
In this episode of Unorthodox, Letty Cottin Pogrebin, a feminist icon, writer, and activist, discusses her new book "Shanda: A Memoir of Shame and Secrecy" and her personal Jewish awakening.