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Science and the Talmud

The Talmudic approach to the sciences, from astronomy to botany.

Jewish New York: The Early Years

Challenges and triumphs since 23 Jews landed in New Amsterdam in 1654.

Jewish Healing and Magic

"Whatever is effective as a remedy is not witchcraft (Shabbat 67a)"--is that really the case?

The Book of Esther’s Violent Ending

When an oppressed group massacres others.

Jews Loved Tinned Fish Way Before It Was Trendy

From herring to tuna, preserved fish is never out of style.

Maimonides’ Legal Writings

Maimonides' extensive writings on Jewish law, or halachah, remain an unsurpassed accomplishment.

Jewish Grandparenting

Creating a lasting and meaningful Jewish relationship with your grandchildren.

New Possibilities in Jewish Sexuality

Judaism may need new categories of sexual relationships in order to adjust to the reality of sex outside marriage.

Who Is Dr. Ruth?

How a Jewish grandmother forever changed America's ideas of sexual education and literacy.

The Messianic Society: A Jewish Utopia

In Jewish sources, the ideal Jewish society will be situated in Israel and ushered in by catastrophic events.

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