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V’chol Ma’amimim: Speaking Order into Chaos

From the depths of uncertainty, this High Holiday prayer invites us to call out the steadfast faith we wish we felt.

Overcoming Obstacles to Recite Mourner’s Kaddish with Dignity

My father died on Rosh Hashanah 5764. He died at home, in a clean white bed, surrounded by his wife ...

Dripping Like Rain, Flowing Like Dew

Moses' poetic mention of rain and dew teaches us to recognize both the obvious and subtle presence of God in the world.

Southern Judaism & Liminal Spaces

Sometimes being between two words is just the place to be

My Son, His Autism, and My New Appreciation for Hanukkah

Last August, when my son, Jonah, returned from sleepaway camp with a sunburn, an array of nasty-looking mosquito bites, and a ...

From the Academy: Judith Hauptman

In this week’s installment of “From the Academy,â€? Dr. Judith Hauptman, E. Billi Ivry Professor of Talmud and Rabbinic Culture ...

Finding God Through Non-Jewish Music

Last week in my review of Rabbi Elie Kaunfer’s book, Empowered Judaism, I wrote about how I’ve never had the ...

Reflections from an Orthodox Rabbi Shunned for Being LGBTQ-Friendly

The following are reflections from an Orthodox rabbi who was shunned by his community for standing up for LGBTQ rights. ...

The Pending Guilt Offering and the Global Climate

We must take responsibility for our actions even in absence of conclusive proof we have done something wrong.

The 5 Most Outrageous Jewish Deli Sandwiches Out There

Not-so-kosher, oh-so-delicious deli delights!

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