In a time of deep schisms within the Jewish community, there is a call for holding conflicts with empathy and understanding to maintain relationships.

The text discusses Tractate Bava Metzia in the Babylonian Talmud, which grapples with establishing ownership in Jewish law.

For over 2,000 years, asparagus has been considered a prized vegetable, with historical significance in ancient Egypt, Greece, Rome, and among Jews as mentioned in the Babylonian Talmud.

Shaina Taub, creator of the musical "Suffs," recently quoted Rabbi Tarfon's famous Talmudic wisdom "You are not obliged to finish the work, but neither are you free to desist from it" at the Tony Awards, sparking reflection on its relevance in various contexts.

In this Bintel Brief article, a bride-to-be seeks advice on whether she is obligated to invite her friend's boyfriend, whom she dislikes, to her wedding.

Rabbi Jacob Blumenthal reflects on the Jewish value of equity and the miracle of creation, emphasizing that although humans are made in the same image, we are all unique individuals with diverse qualities and talents.

In Salman Rushdie's "Knife: Meditations After an Attempted Murder," he reflects on his experience of being stabbed during a talk in Buffalo and the subsequent recovery process.

The text discusses the author's belief in the Evil Eye, which they see as affecting people through speech and glances, and their use of a ritual called Blay Vaks to counteract it.

Shaina Taub, who won two Tony Awards for her work on the musical "Suffs," referenced the Talmud during her acceptance speech by quoting Ethics of the Fathers.

Samuel G. Freedman, a Professor of Journalism at Columbia, delves into the topic of Jewish infighting, division, and unity in a 2020 discussion featured on the 18Forty Podcast.

The article discusses how some Orthodox Jewish communities, including the author, reacted when former President Donald Trump and his supporters claimed his recent guilty verdict in New York was rigged.

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.

In Parashat Bechukkotai, it is outlined that following the commandments will lead to blessings, including peace.

The article discusses how Torah, while considered an elixir of life when approached correctly, can become a deadly poison when misinterpreted or misapplied.

The traditional depiction of the Luchot (Tablets containing the 10 Commandments) as rounded at the top in most illustrations deviates from the Talmudic description of them as rectangular parallelepipeds, believed to measure 6 tefachim high by 6 tefachim wide by 3 tefachim thick.

Rabbi Chaim and Binyamin Jachter's "The Halachic Haircutting Handbook" delves into the often-debated topic of whether halachah forbids men from shaving their beards, presenting a comprehensive look at the permissibility of using electric shavers according to Jewish law.

"Chances Are," a 1989 movie starring Robert Downey Jr., is seen as a modern take on Talmudic themes.

Onions have played a significant role in human history and remain a versatile and widely used vegetable today.

Rabbi Dweck discusses various topics including Eurovision, prayer, and learning with Haredi friends in a Q&A session.

Rabbi Ilan Acoca explores the topic of charity laws, focusing on the laws of charity in Jewish tradition.

South Dakota Governor Kristi Noem caused controversy by including in her book the story of shooting her hunting dog, Cricket, for behavior such as disrupting a hunt and biting her.

The essay discusses reevaluating priorities in Israel following the Hamas-led kidnappings, emphasizing the need to prioritize securing the release of Israeli hostages.

Rabbi Ilan Acoca discusses the Matsa Machine Controversy, focusing on the use of technology in the production of matzah.

The discussion explores the theme of loneliness, empathy, and unity in the context of the Talmudic story of Choni and the weekly Torah portion Metzora.

Gedalia M. Stern, a partner at NechelesLaw, is part of former President Trump's legal team in the hush money trial.