In this article, the author explores the story of the Akeidah (the Binding of Isaac) from a new perspective.

In this article, the author recounts a conversation he had with a missionary who argued that the curse of the law in Judaism prevents salvation.

The conclusion of the text discusses how to maintain a transcendent and timeless view of the Torah in light of Biblical criticism.

The Baal Shem Tov, founder of Hasidism, offers a new perspective on the destruction of the Temple in Jerusalem.

In this episode of the 18Forty Podcast, Rabbi Daniel Feldman explores the role of comedy in Jewish thought and practice.

Rabbi Dr. Louis Jacobs, a prominent figure in 20th-century British Jewry, faced controversy and exclusion in the 1960s due to his theological views, particularly concerning the divine authorship of the Torah.

The COVID-19 pandemic has brought significant challenges to Jewish communal life, with a focus on financial support and organizational resilience.

"The Law of the Baby" by Mara H. Benjamin is a philosophical exploration of the nature of obligation in Judaism, using the experience of motherhood as a lens.

"After Adam: The Books of Moses" by Laurance Wieder offers a unique perspective on the Jewish understanding of God.

Yoel Teitelbaum, the Satmar rebbe and anti-Zionist leader, wrote two works, Vayoel Moshe and Al Ha-Geulah, that present complex arguments against Zionism.

Jewish life has long been marked by exile, known as the diaspora, following the destruction of the Temple and loss of sovereignty.

In the text "Talmud as an Agent of Chaos: A Conversation with Ari Bergmann," the discussion likely explores how the Talmud, a central text in Judaism, can be perceived as a source of complexity and unpredictability rather than a fixed, orderly source of guidance.

Rabbi Prof. Irving (Yitz) Greenberg, a renowned Jewish thinker, explores the significance of Israel in his theological perspective and reflects on the evolving Jewish-American identity in the modern era.

This podcast delves into the complexities of divine providence in Jewish theology, highlighting the belief that God oversees every aspect of creation down to the smallest detail.

Shmuel Yosef Agnon's work "The Ubiquitous Gabirol" delves into the story of a mystical encounter with the medieval poet Solomon ibn Gabirol, where Agnon weaves a narrative connecting past Jewish communities to the horrors of the Holocaust.

In episode 164 of TanakhCast, the focus is on discussing the blessings associated with the patriarchs in the Bible.

In "Tasting the World to Come: A Novel Interpretation of Tzidkatkha Tzedek" by Noam Stadlan, the author challenges the traditional association of the Tzidkatkha Tzedek verses with Tzidduk ha-Din, proposing that they emphasize God's beneficence rather than strict acceptance of divine decree.

The text discusses the concept of redemption in Jewish thought, emphasizing the importance of personal responsibility and human intervention in creating positive change rather than waiting for a perfect savior.

TanakhCast #158 delves into the concept of the tragedy of the commons, exploring the implications within the Tanakh.

In the article "The Development of Neo-Hasidism: Echoes and Repercussions Part II," Ariel Evan Mayse explores the impact of Rabbi Abraham Joshua Heschel (1907-1972) on contemporary Jewish thought.

"Return and Renewal: Reflections on Teshuva and Spiritual Growth" is a collection of twelve teshuva derashot by Rav Aharon Lichtenstein, previously offered from 1985 to 2010.

Rav Kook, a prominent Jewish thinker, stands out for his use of spiritual diaries alongside traditional genres like commentary and essays.

Rabbi Nachum Rabinovitch, a modern and highly knowledgeable scholar, has produced an extensive 23-volume commentary called Yad Peshutah on Moses Maimonides' Mishneh Torah, focusing on elucidating the straightforward meaning of the text and emphasizing Maimonides' philosophical consistency.

Rabbinical student Atara Cohen explores the challenge of finding a textual identity in Jewish tradition for individuals living with depression.

Rabbi Dr. Neil Gillman, a prominent figure in contemporary Jewish theology, passed away in 2017 after a long career at the Jewish Theological Seminary of America.