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The very structure of the normal Jewish blessing formula (Barukh Atah…) reflects the tension of recognizing and responding to God's immanence and transcendance.
Celebrate, More Holidays, Science and Ecology, Tu Bishvat
Trees in Jewish Thought
Jewish sources single out trees as one of the most important aspects of the natural world.
Israel, Mixed Multitudes, Study
Tallits Bring Out the Worst In People
This Haaretz story makes my head explode. Police arrest woman for wearing prayer shawl at Western Wall Police on Wednesday ...
The Best Jewish Food in Detroit
A cultivated list of classic and innovative eats in collaboration with The Gefilteria.
Desserts, Eat, Rosh Hashanah Food
Honey Pomegranate Mandelbrot
Pomegranate is not only good for you, but is also a traditional Jewish food.
Desserts, Eat, Jewish Recipes, Rosh Hashanah Food
Apple Cake with Honey
Why choose just one Rosh Hashanah classic when you can combine them?
Dinner, Eat, Jewish Recipes, Rosh Hashanah Food
Brisket Contest Winner!
After reviewing dozens of brisket recipes, I still can’t believe how many variations of the same dish will grace Jewish ...
Charlottesville, the Eclipse and My Kippah Problem
I am not doing it to be a lightning rod, but rather, to be a light-bearer, a teacher, a source of reassurance.
Jewish Thought, Rabbis Without Borders
Towards An Embracing Community
Last week I had the privilege to lead a conversation with 20 or so Jewish young adults in Boston on ...