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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 ...
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.
Eat, Hanukkah Food, Holiday Food, Jewish Recipes
9 Latke Recipes That Don’t Use Potatoes
Plantain, cauliflower and and ramen are all viable substitutes for the tried-and-true spud.
Micah the Prophet
Micah spoke out against the oppression of the people by both spiritual and secular leaders.
Real Change in the Torah
The most effective and enduring changes create justice for all members of society.
Beliefs & Practices, Jewish Thought, Science and Ecology, Study
Major Themes in Anthropologies of Judaism
Anthropological studies of Judaism come to grips with some of the big themes in Jewish culture: the centrality of texts, the question of performance, and historical change.