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This influential work of Jewish mysticism continues to inspire spiritual seekers.

Traditionally read during Sukkot, the Book of Ecclesiastes grapples with the meaning of life.

The story of Jonah teaches compassion by not following the prophet's example.

A quick look at Reform, Conservative, Orthodox and Reconstructionist Judaism — and at other Jewish streams.

A short description of what the Talmud is and is not, and how and why the Talmud has been studied by Jews throughout the generations.

When someone can be officially determined dead depends on one's interpretation of a key passage in the Talmud.

Spiritual preparation for Rosh Hashanah and Yom Kippur can make the holidays that much more meaningful.

Many Jewish communities have developed unique Passover traditions that make the holiday more lively and relevant.

Jews from Ukraine have made essential contributions to Jewish thought and culture, and have also brought world-class talent to science, art, politics and more.

Kippah, Streimel, Fez and more — a guide to Jewish headgear.

The man who penned landmark works on Jewish law and philosophy also deeply identified with the communities and individuals who sought his counsel.

Communications technology has long enabled the spread of hatred, but the internet and related tools have expanded the reach of anti-Semitism by orders of magnitude.