Jewish Acts of Kindness
Judaism and the Homeless
Jewish law demands that everyone have adequate and permanent housing.
Ransoming Captive Jews
An important commandment calls for the redemption of Jewish prisoners, but how far should this mitzvah be taken?
Jewish Social Welfare
The high value placed by the Jewish tradition on active concern for the welfare of others has its roots in the Torah.
The Jewish Value of Hospitality
Traditional teachings on being a good host (and guest).
How to Be a Host, How to Be a Guest
Jewish ethical literature provides practical, down-to-earth guidelines on how to behave towards one's guests and towards one's hosts.