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Philanthropy and Transformation

A prominent female Jewish philanthropist reflects on her experiences, and offers her vision.

Bibliography: Holidays

Recommended books about Jewish holidays

Jewish Newborn Ceremonies 101

An overview of ceremonies to welcome baby boys and girls.

Literature 101

The People of the Book have created a sizable corpus of secular prose and poetry.

No Food, No Torah; No Torah, No Food

The curses in Bechukotai were actualized during the Holocaust.

Interfaith Marriage Taboo

Should Jewishly-committed single women be encouraged to marry supportive non-Jewish men?

Our November-December Dilemma

As the weather turns colder, American Jews are surrounded by conflicting reminders that we are both part of and separate from American society as a whole.

Hanukkah 101

From candle-lighting to Maccabees and latkes to dreidels.

Environmental Appreciation

The actions and people that brought about the plagues teach us not only sensitivity towards people but also towards the environment.

Jewish World Today 101

An overview of the major issues facing the Jewish world today. Jewish life in the 21st century is, according to many observers, experiencing a renaissance.