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0 Culture Leadership

Chabad.org · 28 Oct

During periods of conflict and adversity, the Lubavitcher Rebbe emphasized the importance of maintaining joy and celebration, even in the face of war.

0 Culture Holidays

This remarkable story will help us dance on Simchat Torah

Areyah Kaltmann in Forward · 21 Oct

The story of Gali Segal and Ben Binyamin, who survived a terrorist attack but lost their legs, offers a poignant reflection on celebrating Simchat Torah amidst grief.

0 Philosophy Culture

Republish: Depressed? Read Kohelet.

Emily Alhadeff in The Cholent · 16 Oct

The article explores the duality of reading Kohelet, especially amidst modern anxieties like climate change and global unrest.

0 Holidays Culture

Should We Cry Or Should We Dance?

Chabad.org · 6 Oct

The video explores the complex emotional challenge of celebrating Simchat Torah when it coincides with the anniversary of a tragic event, specifically a massacre on October 7.

0 Education Ethics

The Hidden Cost of Success

Living Lchaim · 10 Sep

Dr. John Delony delves into the often unspoken challenges of success in this episode, addressing the isolation and mental health difficulties experienced by high achievers.

0 Torah Philosophy

Joy Can Be Found in It

Cindy Scarr in Mishpacha · 3 Sep

In her article, Rebbetzin Aviva Feiner reflects on the joy and beauty found in the world despite its inherent challenges.

0 Holidays History

Don’t think of mourning as the opposite of joy

Rabbi Shira Koch Epstein in JTA · 31 Jul

As the Hebrew month of Av begins with notable mourning traditions, such as Tisha B'Av, the author reflects on the significance of the names Avi and Ami chosen for their child years ago.

0 Holidays Literature

Our Adar Hearts

New Voices Fellows in New Voices · 22 Mar

Gashmius Magazine recently engaged with the New Voices Fellows in a study of Hasidic texts, inspiring participants to see Torah as continually evolving.

0 Holidays Politics

Purim 2024: Can we really be happy?

Rachel Kohn in eJewishPhilanthropy · 22 Mar

As Purim approaches amidst times of war and tragedy, the challenge of balancing joy with pain is daunting for many.

0 Holocaust Holidays

How do we celebrate Purim in a time of mourning? We’re not the first Jews to face that question.

David I. Bernstein in JTA · 14 Mar

In the midst of mourning over recent tragedies and historical hardships, the Jewish tradition offers a balance between joy and sadness.

0 Antisemitism Communities

Synagogue Bomb Threats Can’t Take Away My Jewish Joy

Kate Hennessey in Kveller · 19 Dec 2023

The author describes their experience of starting their day under the shadow of a bomb threat to their synagogue.

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Finding the Joy in Shabbat

Jamie Betesh Carter in Tablet · 3 Nov 2023

In the wake of the recent tragedies and ongoing conflict affecting the Jewish community, many people are finding solace and joy in celebrating Shabbat.

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VIDEO: An Israeli reserve soldier on the front sends a pre-sabbath greeting in Yiddish

Forverts Staff in Forward · 13 Oct 2023

The Forward recently received a pre-Shabbat greeting in Yiddish from an Israeli reserve soldier named Yonatan.

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From the Newsletter | Remembering Poet Linda Pastan

Jody Bolz in Moment · 20 Jul 2023

Linda Pastan, a celebrated poet who recently passed away at the age of 90, left behind a collection of 15 books that blur the boundaries between thought and feeling, speech and song.

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The Joy of Purim—Alcohol Not Included

Stuart Halpern in Tablet · 2 Mar 2023

"The Joy of Purim—Alcohol Not Included" explores the author's personal struggle with the tradition of drinking on Purim and the deeper meaning behind the joy of the holiday.

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Sukkot: A Time For Our Rejoicing

Rabbi Menachem Genack in Jewish Action · 10 Aug 2022

Sukkot is a time of rejoicing, but why is it specifically designated as such?

0 Television/Film Art

Mackenzie Gray

Not That Kind of Rabbi · 12 Aug 2021

Mackenzie Gray is a versatile artist who works as an actor, director, and theatre teacher.

0 Holidays Prayer

Song of the Sea: Making a Space for Joy and Sorrow

Zach Truboff in Lehrhaus · 24 Apr 2019

In the essay "Song of the Sea: Making a Space for Joy and Sorrow" by Zach Truboff, the author reflects on his personal experience of loss and grief after his twins were diagnosed with a rare disease and passed away.

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