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Tobacco

Jewish authorities have much to say about using, and abusing, this substance.

Rabbinic Abuse

Do alleged perpetrators of abuse deserve the benefit of the doubt?

Rabbis Speak Out for Equality

On July 1st, Massachusetts moved one step closer to living up to its reputation as the birthplace of democracy – ...

Conversion History: Talmudic Period

Conversion waxes and wanes, based on the historical and national circumstances of the Jews.

The Key to Success is Failure

“Ever tried, ever failed,” Samuel Beckett once wrote. “No matter. Try again. Fail again. Fail better. “  (in  Still Writing: ...

History of Jewish Lesbianism

A chronological outline of Jewish views of lesbianism from biblical to modern times.

Should Jews Trick-or-Treat on Halloween?

Though many Jewish children go trick-or-treating, this writer explains why he's against it.

Judaism and Pets: Questions and Answers

What Jewish tradition says about cats, dogs and other companion animals.

Making Sex Holy

Jewish tradition embraces love and sex as part of the human drive for holiness.

For You Too Were a Stranger

How can Jews be better allies to the LGBTQ community?

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