Why Jewish Time Still Matters In The Age Of Covid-19

Today marks the end of the most prolific counting of days in the Jewish calendar. S’firat ha’Omer, the Counting of ...

Do Jews Believe in Miracles?

From the Bible to the Talmud to the Hasidic masters, miracles are found everywhere in Jewish tradition — but there is no single way to understand them.

Significant Numbers in Judaism

A look at some numbers — from seven to 18 to 613 — that have Jewish significance.

Jewish Outreach

A 2001 study conducted by the Jewish Outreach Institute evaluates the efficacy of outreach programs.

My Father’s Paradise–Interview With Ariel Sabar

I have an admitted bias towards anything related to Aramaic. My dad studies modern Aramaic, and one of my best ...

What Is Chabad?

This once small Hasidic group has grown to unparalleled global influence.

We Experiment on A.J. Jacobs

A.J. Jacobs is a bit of a gonzo journalist and a little bit of an undercover secret agent — but, ...

Unraveling the Mystery of Jewish Food

On Monday, June Hersh gave a recipe for Moroccan lamb shanks. She is the author of The Kosher Carnivore: The ...

Jews That Rock

If you’ve got a picture of your favorite rock star clipped from a magazine and taped to your wall, chances ...

The Best Jewish Food in Chicago

Old school delis, an expanding Israeli restaurant scene, and the best kosher sausage too.