ethics

The phrase shows up in popular culture as synonymous with fatalistic warning, but it has a much deeper meaning for Jews.

Contrary to what many of us have been taught, Judaism cares about more than deeds.

We humans come factory-equipped with latent godly qualities and the capacity to actualize them through our words and actions. 

Bringing animal treatment, workers' conditions, and environmental issues to a kosher table.

The concept of Tza'ar Ba'alei Chayim demands that we take animal suffering seriously.

How Jewish law seeks to create a balanced relationship between bosses and workers.

Biblical and rabbinic sources emphasize regulation to prevent the weak from being exploited by the strong.

The involvement of God in moral issues gives Jewish ethical thinking a passion and urgency.