Tag: Orthodox Judaism

After six years of service, Katherine Brice, the headteacher of Hasmonean High School for Girls, is set to retire in January.
Rabbi Yaakov Klein, an Orthodox rabbi, is introducing elements of early Chasidism into British Jewry through his work at Ner Israel congregation in Hendon.
Iconic Orthodox Jewish-American politician Joseph Lieberman passed away, leaving behind a legacy of bipartisan politics and a steadfast commitment to Torah and mitzvos.
Senator Joe Lieberman, who recently passed away, was a man known for his integrity, bipartisanship, and devotion to his faith and family.
Judaism's beliefs about the afterlife are diverse and not extensively discussed, despite classical Jewish sources refuting the misconception that Judaism lacks an afterlife concept.
Exploring the customs and rituals that take place after an Orthodox Jewish wedding, focusing on the tradition of Sheva Brachot.
Matisyahu, a Jewish American reggae singer, rapper, and beatboxer, expresses his belief in Israel's right to exist despite facing protests and cancellations, including a recent show in Chicago.
An Orthodox Jewish reader raised concerns about witnessing racism among Orthodox families while also grappling with the Torah world's alignment with views he finds repugnant, particularly towards Israeli society and non-religious Jews, hindering unity.
Malky Berkowitz, an Orthodox woman seeking a divorce, faces obstacles as her husband refuses to grant her a get.
Orthodox influencer Adina Sash, also known as Flatbush Girl, has initiated a Mikvah Strike, urging Orthodox women to withhold sex from their husbands until Malky Berkowitz receives a Jewish divorce from her husband in the Hasidic enclave of Kiryas Joel.
A kosher food bank unveiled a giant 50-pound hamantasch as part of a fundraiser for Masbia, a kosher soup kitchen, to raise awareness about hunger in New York City ahead of Purim.
"Yaniv" is a new feature film co-produced by childhood friends Ben Ducoff and Amnon Carmi.
Dr. Steven Windmueller discusses the changing landscape of American Judaism, noting a shift towards diverse and individualized expressions of Judaism, with observant Jews maintaining more cohesiveness compared to non-observant Jews.
James McBride's novel, The Heaven and Earth Grocery Store, has won two National Jewish Book Awards, making McBride the first African-American author to achieve this.
The article responds to a podcast discussion claiming that American Judaism is boring.
The National Jewish Identity Survey conducted in the UK reveals a varied landscape of Jewish practice and beliefs, with only a third of UK Jews adhering strictly to the biblical description of God.
Loving Leah, a Hallmark romance film, is a surprisingly charming and meticulously detailed portrayal of Jewish life.
Leah Finkelstein, an Orthodox Jewish woman of color, has experienced exclusion and discrimination within the community, such as her son's achievement being misattributed to a white teammate.
As the author helps his 89-year-old mother move into their home, he reflects on the challenges of lifting heavy boxes filled with Jewish prayer books, which strain his back, contrasting Jewish prayer postures with his physical struggles.
The Canadian government has decided to delay the expansion of medical assistance in dying (MAiD) until 2027, a program that currently does not include patients with mental illness.
The article explores the potential for solidarity between progressive Jews and Haredim (ultra-Orthodox Jews) by examining the history of Zionism and Orthodox Judaism.
Despite the rise in antisemitism and the Israeli-Hamas war, there is a growing number of individuals converting to Judaism.
Avram Davidson, a fantasy and sci-fi writer, wrote a story called "Goslin Day" which is set on a day that is believed to be significant in Jewish folklore.
Rabbi Zevulun Charlop, the former dean of Rabbi Isaac Elchanan Theological Seminary at Yeshiva University, has passed away at the age of 94.
Moment Magazine is reviving its Jewish Political Voices Project (JPVP) for the 2024 presidential election season.