Conversion in Israel: An Arduous Journey

Jumping through hoops may look easy to this observant couple who sought an Orthodox conversion in Israel.

Why Beat the Willow?

When tradition is silent, symbolic explanations arise.

Synagogue Music

The music of the synagogue celebrates both the diversity and unity of the Jewish people.

Five Ways the Super Bowl is like Online Judaism

As a rabbi of an online congregation, I am often asked about whether people have “real” Jewish experiences online. Some ...

Israeli Visual Arts: Where East Meets West

Visual arts in Israel predate the country's independence yet play a defining role in the country's identity as a nation.

What We Missed, 2009 Edition

Almost every day I come across some article or blog post that’s worth sharing with the Mixed Multitudes. I usually ...

Aleinu

A popular prayer with a controversial history.

His Bar Mitzvah; My Religious Crisis

How do you send your child to Hebrew school when you hated it?

Different Jokes for Different Folks

On Monday, Melissa Fay Greene shared the story behind the adoption of her daughter, Helen, from Ethiopia. She has been ...

VIDEO: Brisket Four Ways

Everyone gets excited when brisket is served. But sometimes you don't want to wait until the holidays to enjoy this beloved dish.