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Jonah’s Lesson in Divine Mercy

Scholars have long disagreed on the central message of the Book of Jonah.

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Six kinds of fire.

The Tower of Babel and Crisis of Translation

In her last posts, Ellen Frankel looked at how to make the Bible PG and asked “What is Jewish Literature?”In ...

What Is Hallel?

This prayer of thanksgiving is recited on festive Jewish holidays.

Jewish Thinkers & Thought 101

It is difficult to speak of a single or official Jewish worldview, theology, or philosophy. Instead, we must speak of Jewish theologies and philosophies: the various and varied religious worldviews articulated during Judaism's long history.

The Best Multicultural and Racial Stories of 2017

A look back at 2017 as told in the stories of racially and ethnically diverse Jews

Why Do Jews Send Mishloach Manot on Purim?

It is customary to send Purim gifts to friends and strangers.

Free Stuff Alert: You Can Win This Awesome Vegan Cookbook

You may have heard of chef Isa Chandra Moskowitz from the Post Punk Kitchen or from her recipe blog, IsaChandra.com. She was one ...

Winter Break Ritual

Consulting with my adult daughter about what she’s reading now...

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