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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 ...

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.

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.

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.

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