Rabbis Without Borders
Rabbis Without Borders is a dynamic forum for exploring contemporary issues in the Jewish world and beyond. Written by rabbis of different denominations, viewpoints, and parts of the country, Rabbis Without Borders is a project of Clal – The National Jewish Center for Learning and Leadership.
Does Prayer Ever Work?
The story is told about a family gathered around the dinner table. There are many guests who have been invited ...
Jewish Goodbyes
This is the season of goodbyes. I hold my breath while listening to my son say goodbye, with humor and grace, ...
The Land of Israel DOES NOT Belong to the People of Israel
Israel’s legendary Foreign Minister Abba Eban once stood at the podium of the United Nations general assembly with a Bible ...
Don’t Forget Small Jewish Communities
This is a guest post by Zahara Zahav, Rabbis Without Borders Program Manager“Thank you for not forgetting about us, Rabbi.”These ...
Like God, I Am Prismatic
Although it might be awkward to articulate the breadth and depth of human qualities we aspire to, it is not ...
Advice for B’nai Mitzvah
The first time I officiated at a bar mitzvah was when I was the visiting rabbi at a young congregation in ...
Pray Before You Post
I don’t like to write political posts. Not because I have no political opinions. But because they attract edgy comments.You ...
All of Us: ‘Rock Band’ Judaism and Emotional Contagion
Scientists report that playing a game like Rock Band can make you more caring – and the reason touches the core of what ...
A Memorial Day to Remember
Last night we moved from Yom Hazikaron to Yom Ha’atzmaut – from Remembrance Day to Independence Day in Israel. We ...
What It Means to Graduate
Mazel Tov, Young Graduates!You’ve done it! Your hard work has paid off. We put hoop after hoop in front you, ...