This article discusses various retellings and interpretations of the biblical story of Jonah.

The story of Reish Lakish's repentance after encountering Rabbi Yohanan is a popular and captivating tale in Jewish tradition.

The text explores the concept of sacrifice and decision-making through the lens of the Akeidah (the binding of Isaac).

"Sin-a-gogue: Sin and Failure in Jewish Thought" by David Bashevkin delves into the taboo subject of sin in Judaism, emphasizing the importance of discussing and understanding sin and failure as integral parts of religious life.

The article discusses King David's sins and confession, focusing on the redemptive power of confession in Jewish tradition.

"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.

In this reflective narrative, the author recounts a transformative experience mountain biking in Sedona with their rabbi and an insightful Native American guide named George.

The article explores the biblical roots of the Jewish tradition of repentance during the month of Elul.

The article explores the significance of tears shed on Tishah Be-Av and the connection to gratitude by focusing on the birkat ha-mazon blessing and the Sin of the Spies.

Abraham Socher's examination of Aristotle's akrasia and Maimonides's teshuvah in a 2017 article led to a discussion on true repentance.

Abraham Socher's essay "Is Repentance Possible?" discusses the debate on morality between Aristotelian virtue ethics and the Judeo-Christian obedience to laws and commands, highlighting the different views on the cultivation of inner virtue.

The text discusses the complexity of concepts like repentance, free will, virtue ethics, and moral development, focusing on the perspectives of various philosophers and Jewish thinkers such as Rabbi Eliyahu Dessler and Moses Maimonides.

"U-netaneh Tokef, a central prayer of the High Holy Days attributed to Rabbi Amnon of Mainz, focuses on themes of God's judgment, human powerlessness, and the eternal nature of God. The phrase 'ki-halom yauf' ('like a fleeting dream') within the prayer emphasizes the transitory nature of life and the significance of fleeting moments. The prayer's endurance through time is linked to a legend involving a dream and hints at the impact of seemingly insignificant actions. The High Holy Days, particularly Rosh Hashanah, discourage sleeping to emphasize active introspection and repentance over passive dreaming. The prayer underscores the importance of repentance, prayer, and charity in shaping one's fate."

The text delves into the significance of the U-netaneh Tokef prayer in the High Holy Days liturgy, focusing on the phrase "ki-halom yauf" (like a fleeting dream) as a central theme.

The text explores the concept of repentance and moral conflict through a discussion of Aristotle's ideas on akrasia (weakness of the will) and Alasdair MacIntyre's views on desire, practical reasoning, and narrative ethics.

The text discusses various scholarly and historical perspectives related to Jewish themes.

In Leonard Cohen's song "The Future," the idea of repentance is pondered, leading to a discussion on how the concept of repentance as we know it today is not explicitly present in the Hebrew Bible but emerged later in history, particularly during the Second Temple period influenced by Hellenistic philosophy.

The text explores two contrasting paradigms of repentance seen through anecdotes in the Talmud.

In his piece "The Ballad of Cain and Adam," Ari Lamm reflects on the significance of Elul leading up to Rosh Hashanah.

During the High Holidays between Rosh Hashanah and Yom Kippur, the theme of God often emerges in psychotherapy sessions as individuals grapple with questions of belief, observance, and the meaning of life.

During the month of Elul, the Jewish tradition emphasizes reflection, repentance, and drawing closer to God in preparation for the High Holidays.

In the upcoming New York City mayoral primary, voters will be deciding on the return of disgraced politicians Anthony Weiner and Eliot Spitzer to public office, serving as a referendum on repentance in politics.

The text expresses a plea for God to take responsibility and apologize for the suffering inflicted on humanity, enumerating sins and injustices attributed to God, including diseases, death, and human suffering.

In this humorous dialogue, two individuals, likely a rabbi and a congregant, discuss the challenges of crafting a meaningful Yom Kippur sermon that stands out.