How modern scholars explain the origins and authorship of Judaism's foundational text.

God names Bezalel, giving him inspiration to lead.

Joseph's tears, public and private

The laws of vows and the rabbinic cautions against making them teach the holiness and power of the spoken word.

It all begins with how we treat animals.

Taking one's life is officially a violation of Jewish law, but many contemporary rabbis recognize that most suicides result from struggles with mental illness.

The content and consequences of the 1987 Palestinian uprising.

From its founding in 1912, Hadassah advocated a program of social feminism that addresses women of all backgrounds.

Originating in 18th-century Germany, this movement of "maskilim" sought to integrate Jewish ideas and Jews into Western society.

Jewish food writer Leah Koenig shares her secrets for delicious, stress-free entertaining.