The Jewish people accepted the Torah in fear of God's overwhelming power. Ruth accepted it out of love and loyalty.

A warrior and prophetess, she's the only woman in the Hebrew Bible with hard political power who is portrayed positively.

The greatest of Jewish leaders and prophets.

At the core of Lamentations is an expression of faith in the human capacity to survive in a broken world.

This special reading for Tisha B'Av sets the tone for this tragic and mournful day

Five books of story, law, and poetry divided into 54 weekly portions.

This famous psalm is read on the eve of Tisha B'Av and sets the tone for an emotionally challenging holiday.

Why would learning sacred Jewish texts be forbidden on this day of fasting and mourning?