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What Does ‘Shabbat Shalom’ Mean?

One of the most common Jewish greetings explained.

The Torah Can Be Made to Say Almost Anything

All those rabbis sharing words of wisdom from the Torah? Take them with a grain of salt.

What Does the Hebrew Word Neshama Mean?

The Hebrew word for breath also means soul.

The Elijah I Want

The prophetic voice I seek is not one of bombast and surety, but of quiet insight and peace.

How to Make Your Own Lox

The classic Jewish brunch food is more affordable — and surprisingly easy — when you make it at home.

Just Stop

Only we humans have the capacity to choose not to do something we're capable of doing.

Avodah Zarah 28

The eye is connected to the heart.

Mamaliga: Romanian Polenta with Black Beans

This comforting cornmeal porridge was once a staple of Jewish immigrants in the U.S.

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