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Ancient/Medieval Jewish History, Antisemitism & Bigotry, Jewish History, Magic & the Supernatural
Jewish Magic & the Blood Libels
Suspicion of Jewish magic was behind the medieval accusation of child murder.
Rachel Luzzatto Morpurgo
The first woman to write modern poetry in Hebrew.
Beliefs & Practices, Jewish History
What Is Herem?
The traditional ban separating a person from the Jewish community.
Celebrate, Gender & Sexuality, Keshet, Live, Passover
Reflecting on Freedom: Passover & the Supreme Court
This past summer I had the opportunity to be a part of the Religious Action Center’s (RAC) college internship program, Machon ...
Mensch Madness Game 2: Rashi vs. Maimonides
Welcome to Mensch Madness… Game Two!This time around, we have the age old match-up of Rashi and Maimonides. These two ...
Disability, JOFA's Torch, Live, Women & Feminism
Domestic Violence and Guns
Over the past several decades, we have made great progress in moving beyond the days when domestic violence was considered ...
Singing On The Way
Despite the fear and exhaustion of journeying from a dark, narrow place, we must remember to accompany our arrivals with song and joy.
Higher Education: A Revelation and a Jewish Perspective
I know Jewish doctors and lawyers who are sending their children to state universities and tell me they are ‘great’ ...
How to Prepare Spiritually for the Jewish New Year
Five ways to focus your spiritual preparations for the High Holidays.