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Confronting Our Dark Sides
Like Jacob's struggle, each of us must recognize, confront and struggle with our darker side.
Israel, Rabbis Without Borders, Study
Denominational Ins and Outs: The New Mishkan
Jewish life is turned around – so suggests this week’s Torah portion (Terumah) about the first Mishkan (ritual focus of ...
Texts Marking Time
Jewish historiography frequently uses the history of texts as the periodization for Jewish history.
Beliefs & Practices, Jewish Thought, Study
Rationalism
Can faith and reason coexist in Jewish thought?
Jewish Texts, Keshet, Study, Talmud
Parashat Re’eh: Observe That Which I Enjoin Upon You
Jews read sections of the Torah each week, and these sections, known as parshiyot, inspire endless examination year after year. ...
Celebrate, Shemini Atzeret/Simchat Torah, Sukkot
The Ritual of Beating the Willow
How did this Sukkot tradition develop?
Jewish Culture, Jewish Languages, Jewish Literature, Study, Yiddish
Sholem Aleichem
One of the most beloved writers of Yiddish literature, his work inspired the hit musical "Fiddler on the Roof."
What Is A Mensch?
On being a mensch — an upstanding member of society — and leading an ethical life.
Jewish Texts, Jewish Thought, Mysticism, Sages & Scholars, Study
Who Was Rav Nachman of Breslov?
Famous for his sayings, stories and charisma, this Hasidic leader inspired a movement that is still vibrant today.
Who is an Educated Jew?
A historical perspective on the Jewish canon, and reflections on what today's learned Jews need to know.