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A Voice in the Desert: An Interview with Linda Sue Friedman

This summer, Chaplain Linda Sue Friedman was installed as President of the Jewish Federation of New Mexico — the first ...

Gittin 14

Panic at the market.

Improving Our Speech

The consequences of what we say are extremely far-reaching, demanding that we choose our words carefully.

Joseph Albo and Judaism’s 3 Principles

The 15th century Spanish rabbi is best known for his Sefer Ha'ikkarim, Book of Principles.

The History of Jewish Bootleggers

Why were Jewish immigrants so heavily involved in the illegal alcohol business?

The Birth of the Good Inclination

In rabbinic texts, the distinction between childhood and young adulthood is the birth of the yetzer hatov, the good inclination.

No Rest(s) For The Wicked

Unlike Jewish prophets, Balaam was merely a mouthpiece for the word of God, not an active participant.

Shavuot Decorations

These are traditionally found both in the home and the synagogue.

Church & State & the Jews

Religious education is vital for this country--but not on Uncle Sam's tab.

The Onion takes on Postville

The Agriprocessors story continues to show up in newspapers of record. Today’s addition: The Onion . In its “American Voices” ...

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