My Jewish Learning

My Jewish Learning is the leading independent website and digital community for all things Jewish, from Jewish history to text to ritual to prayer to food and much more. We offer a robust website with thousands of articles answering nearly every possible question about Judaism and Jewish life, a daily newsletter guiding subscribers through interesting facts and must-read news about Jewish life and practice, a daily Talmud essay called "A Daily Dose of Talmud," a weekly Shabbat newsletter, dozens of special emails featuring insights into major Jewish topics, and a robust online community through our social media channels. Articles written with the My Jewish Learning byline are authored and edited by our staff. My Jewish Learning's staff includes leading Jewish scholars and journalists. Rachel Scheinerman, who holds a doctorate in Ancient Judaism from Yale University, is My Jewish Learning's Editor, and Ben Harris, a longtime, award-winning journalist covering Jewish topics, is Managing Editor.


Articles by My Jewish Learning

Join a Daily Online Kaddish Minyan with MJL

Each weekday afternoon we will be hosting a live Torah lesson followed by the Mourner's Kaddish.

Online Learning Opportunities from My Jewish Learning

MJL now offers multiple additional ways to learn about Jewish life and ritual from the comfort of home.

Shabbat 8

That word doesn't mean what you think it means.

Shabbat 6

Sabbath crime and punishment.

Jewish Wisdom on Aging

What Jewish texts have to tell us about getting older.

The Jewish Prayer For Doctors

Widely attributed to Maimonides, this prayer asks for strength and guidance in applying the art of healing.

Berakhot 64

Banqueting with God.

Where to Stream Megillah Reading on Purim

Can't make it to synagogue this Purim? No problem.

Why Do Jews Eat Hamantaschen on Purim?

A brief history of the distinctive triangular pastry.

30 Amazing Challah Recipes

Keep your challah interesting and flavorful year-round with these sweet and savory variations on a Jewish classic.