In the discussion surrounding the Torah readings of early October, a key theme is the transition from shame cultures to guilt cultures, emphasizing the importance of taking responsibility for one's actions and the distinction between right and wrong.

Yonatan Adler responds to Malka Simkovich's review of his book, "The Origins of Judaism," emphasizing his focus on when ordinary Jews began following Torah as authoritative law rather than exploring intellectual history.

"The Jews Are Coming," a popular sketch comedy show in Israel, known for its irreverent humor about Jewish history, took a serious turn in response to the current challenges facing Israelis.

The Israeli comedy show "The Jews Are Coming" aired a sketch addressing intergenerational Jewish trauma following a recent tragic event on October 7.

The text discusses common misconceptions and historical facts about Israeli history.

The Parashah Emor focuses on instructions for the priesthood, detailing aspects of rituals and qualifications for offering sacrifices in the Temple.

The essay discusses a rabbinic story about the sage Hillel's ruling on offering the Passover Sacrifice in the Temple, highlighting its different versions in Rabbinic literature.

The Etgar Quiz no 260 poses questions to test knowledge on Jewish topics, such as identifying the odd item out (boots being the answer as others are High Priest garments), scenarios where saving one's life involves prohibitions like worshiping idols, identifying the earliest founded location (Rishon le Zion), the destroyer of the Second Temple (the Romans), the author of the short story Yentl (Isaac Bashevis Singer), and the color set absent in the Israeli game Taki (purple).

In a recent article, Ethan Schwartz critiques Edward Feld's book, "The Book of Revolutions: The Battles of Priests, Prophets, and Kings That Birthed the Torah."

"Maoz Tzur," a popular Hanukkah song, recounts Jewish history and expresses longing for the restoration of the Temple in Jerusalem.

This article explores the author's personal reflections on the state of the world, considering the environmental crisis and its impact on their own mental health.

The Hebrew language has played a significant role in Jewish history and identity.

In this podcast episode, the variability of the Messiah is explored.

The book of Jubilees, written during the Second Temple period, is a creative retelling of Genesis and parts of Exodus that presents alternate storylines and connections between characters.

The author reflects on the significance of Tisha B'Av, a fast day commemorating the destruction of the First and Second Temples in Jerusalem.

The story of Kamtza and Bar Kamtza, often used to illustrate baseless hatred (sinat hinam) among the Jewish people, can be understood in a more nuanced way.

This podcast discusses the conditions that led to the decision to write down the Mishna and codify the Oral Torah during the final century of the Second Temple and the period following its destruction.

The Passover Haggadah, a key text in Jewish liturgy, has evolved over time to cater to various traditions and sensibilities, from orthodox to modern.

The text discusses the concepts of baseless hatred (sinat hinam) and praying with sinners within the Jewish tradition.

This YouTube video explores the history of Masada, an ancient fortress in Israel with a dark past, detailing the Jewish rebellion against the Romans, culminating in mass suicide.

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

The article discusses the Metropolitan Museum of Art's exhibition "Jerusalem 1000-1400: Every People Under Heaven," focusing on the diverse and crowded nature of medieval Jerusalem.

The author reflects on spending Tisha B'Av in Rome near the Arch of Titus, a symbol of the destruction of the Second Temple.

Hanukkah, also known as the Festival of Lights, commemorates the rededication of the Second Temple in the 2nd century BCE after the Maccabees' successful uprising against the Greeks.

Tisha B'Av, the ninth day of the Hebrew month of Av, marks a time of mourning for Jewish tragedies such as the destruction of the First and Second Temples.