At Hanukkah, shifting the focus from militarism to miracles.

Masks have a long history in the world's culture, and they play an important role in the Purim story.

Can a book of the Bible be funny?

Frequently asked questions about Jewish traditions related to death and mourning.

The serious roots of Jewish humor.

Through Moses and Aaron, God brings plagues on the Egyptians, and Pharaoh repeatedly refuses to allow the Israelites to leave.

Those who returned from Babylonia sought to reclaim Judah's former glory, despite major challenges.

Parashat Ki Teitzei contains numerous examples of how we should structure and categorize our decisions and their consequences.

One of the leading women activists of the Yishuv and the State of Israel.

Jewish sources have not, as a general rule, focused attention on the specific personal qualities of the Messiah.