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What Is the Haftarah, and Why Do We Read It?

Each Torah portion is paired with a passage from the Prophets.

Lie If You Must, But Don’t Pretend There Are Not Consequences

“I am not a crook”“Read my lips – no knew taxes”“I did not have sexual relations with that woman”“Saddam Hussein ...

Life as a Female Semicha Student

When I was young, I was drawn to the study of Torah as a way to get closer to God ...

The Key to Success is Failure

“Ever tried, ever failed,” Samuel Beckett once wrote. “No matter. Try again. Fail again. Fail better. “  (in  Still Writing: ...

The Best Jewish Food in Buenos Aires

The best alfajores, pastrami sandwiches, and kosher steak in Buenos Aires.

Women’s History Month: The Wage Gap & The Pandemic

Happy Women’s History Month everyone! Quick reminder that this month is for all women, regardless of gender presentation, sexual orientation, ...

What Is Test Anxiety?

Taking an exam is nerve-wracking, no matter what. But if you’re dealing with test-related anxiety disorder, it can make things worse. Find out what’s going on and how to cope.

Aharon Appelfeld

An Israeli author focused intently on the past.

Living in Balance

What accounts for the negative correlation between material excess and awareness of the Divine?

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