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Seeking meaning in the sudden deaths of Aaron's sons.

There is a lot to learn from the long tradition of Jewish aversion to pork.

Parashat Vayikra challenges the Jewish community to find new ways of interacting with God and God's creations.

God met the Israelites' need to relate to God on their own terms — we must do the same.

We can learn a great deal from how the Israelites acquire and spend their money in this Torah portion.

A Jewish comedian delivers bigotry with a smile.

A Jewish institution that takes the shame out of sharing.

This phrase, which literally means "the way of the world," refers to acts of decency that are commendable if not formally mandated.

Economic, political, and religious trends shape the cultural makeup of the State of Israel.

Public health activist and champion of minority rights.

A brief history of the role of Jerusalem in the peace process.

Messianic figure Simeon Bar Kochba led the Jews in a failed revolt against Roman rule.