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
Israeli Settlements: Questions and Answers
An overview of these Jewish communities in the West Bank — and why they are so controversial.
Orthodox Judaism and LGBTQ Issues
Efforts to make the community more compassionate have stopped short of sanctioning gay relationships.
What Is BDS?
All about the movement for Boycott, Divestment and Sanctions against Israel.
Jewish Genetic Diseases: Frequently Asked Questions
What you need to know about screening, risks and ethical concerns.
Judaism and LGBTQ Issues: An Overview
Attitudes have shifted dramatically in recent decades, with sharp differences between the Orthodox and liberal movements.
The Tattoo Taboo in Judaism
Body ink is a no-no, but it won't bar you from Jewish life.
Does Judaism Allow Organ Donations?
Frequently asked questions about Jewish views on these life-saving procedures.
What Is Shmita, the Sabbatical Year?
The Torah calls for Jews to work the land six years and let it rest in the seventh.