Building a Vibrant Community During Difficult Circumstances

This article was written for the 2009 Why Be Jewish Gathering: Renaissance in a Time of Ration, a project of ...

Renaissance in a Time of Ration

This article was written for the 2009 Why Be Jewish Gathering: Renaissance in a Time of Ration, a project of ...

Maimonides as Community Leader

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

The Hebrew Alphabet: A Mystical Journey

Jewish mystics took Judaism's reverence for the Hebrew language one step further, venerating the Hebrew letters themselves and considering them paths to the Divine.

Where To See Yiddish Theater Today

A guide to Yiddish performances and festivals around the world.

Kitniyot: Not Quite Hametz

The Passover debate surrounding rice, millet, corn and legumes.

Jewish Ethical Wills (Tzava’ot)

A rich tradition, these free-form documents can provide comfort to the dying and their loved ones.

7 Ways to Write a D’var Torah

Thinking of your Torah portion commentary as an example of a standard form can help you plan what to say.