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Mandela and Messianic Time
In less than a week, so much has been said to eulogize Nelson Mandela. Together with Frederik Willem de Klerk, ...
Celebrate, Gender & Sexuality, Keshet, Live, Weddings & Marriage
Modeling Respect on Lag B’Omer
According to Jewish Law it is the practice to refrain from getting married between Passover and Shavuot – until Lag B’Omer ...
Daf Yomi, Tractate Bava Metzia
Bava Metzia 52
Overpay for your back, purchase at cost for your stomach.
Vashti and Esther: A Feminist Perspective
The relationship between the two Persian queens is integral to understanding the Purim story.
Celebrate, Gender & Sexuality, Keshet, Live, Purim
Finding Strength in Community & The Story of Purim
The first time I really dug into the story of Purim was actually also the first time I thought I ...
Mechayeh Hameitim: Reimagining the Resurrection Blessing
One of the most daring prayers in the daily Jewish liturgy has been frequently rewritten to reflect modern sensibilities. Here's another approach.
A Burning Within
We must find the causes that make us most passionate--and work for change.
Beliefs & Practices, Clothing & Appearance, Study
Inner Beauty, Outward Beauty, and Health
Judaism recognizes the primacy of an inner beauty, but we are nonetheless called upon to care for our bodies and not discouraged from tending to our appearance.