In Pirkei Avot 2:10 we are taught that Rabbi Eliezer said, יהי כבוד חברך חביב עליך כשלך “Let your neighbor’s dignity be precious ...

Orthodox feminism’s struggle for women’s leadership and ritual inclusion set a strong precedent for the recent consideration of the issues ...

Shimon and Levi get the blame for two tragedies in the patriach's life.

Genesis 32:3-36:43

Since 2006, Slate editor Daivd Plotz has been “blogging the Bible.” Unsettled by reading the story of the rape of ...

The forefathers and foremothers of the Jewish people.

Jacob is surprised to learn that even with estranged family members, reconciliation is possible.

Most traditional Jewish sources condemn trafficking and prostitution, but some of the messages are mixed.

Shabbat is over at Limmud NY, and once again I’m skipping the big havdalah event to write up some quick ...

The importance of this act is emphasized in daily prayers.