Evergreen

Israel Salanter

Founder of the Mussar Movement stressed the ethical demands of the Torah.

Sacrifice

Since the destruction of the Temples, Jews have struggled with the enduring meaning and legacy of the sacrificial rites.

Very, Very Good

We need to develop greater understanding of our role on this planet.

Slowly Healing the World

Like Moses and Caleb, we make progress in fits and starts.

Mass Revelation at Sinai

An argument for the truth of Judaism.

Internal and External Change

Leaving Egypt was a change. Leaving slavery is a transition.

Azariah de Rossi

Medieval Italian scholar pioneered the 'scientific' study of the Jewish past.

Responsa

Rabbinic responses to questions of Jewish law enrich the body of halakhic literature.

The Red Heifer

A purification ritual using the ashes of a cow.

Rav and Samuel

Early Amoraim engaged in respectful debate.

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