Bible

Moses Rewrites History

Why does Moses change his story as he retells it at the end of his life?

Real Change in the Torah

The most effective and enduring changes create justice for all members of society.

The Daughters of Zelophehad: Power and Uniqueness

Zelophehad's daughters call to us to take hold of life with our own hands.

Remembering Miriam

A closer look at Moses's sister.

Violence Against Women

Parashat Vayera offers many instances of abuse towards female biblical characters.

Healing and Transformation

Parashat Miketz teaches us about teshuvah and forgiveness.

Believing the Exodus Story

Why is it that the most unbelievable of Jewish stories is that which is most believed in?

Blessing Our Daughters

Why did Jacob not bless his daughters before he died?

Does Abraham’s Covenant Include Jewish Daughters?

How women figure into the male-oriented covenant that begins with Abraham and circumcision.

Beauty in the Bible

Is beauty an inherent Jewish value?

The Silence of Dinah and Other Rape Victims

The Bible focuses on Jacob's and his son's reactions, but not on those of the victim herself.

Tamar’s Tragedy

Parashat Vayeshev introduced us to one of the most famous women in the Bible.