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The Man Who Forbade Sadness

Kabbalistic tales of Rabbi Nachman of Breslov.

God and Jewish Humor

A tradition of poking fun at the Master of the Universe.

The Jazz Singer

The first "talkie" told the story of a Jewish man seeking his future on Broadway.

American Jews Between the Wars

The character of the American Jewish community changed, as a nation of immigrants Americanized.

Jewish Healing and Magic

"Whatever is effective as a remedy is not witchcraft (Shabbat 67a)"--is that really the case?

The Book of Esther’s Violent Ending

When an oppressed group massacres others.

Emunah: Biblical Faith

In the Torah, faith in God means trust, not belief in particular propositions.

Highest Standards

Because of his position of leadership, Moses is judged extremely harshly when he sins.

Growing Up Jewish in Modern Baghdad

Celebrating Nowruz as a model for hope and change.

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