Rabbi Louis Jacobs

The grave of this second century rabbi is the site of a large annual pilgrimage.

Counting the days from Passover to Shavuot.

Kosher animals are those that come from approved species and are slaughtered and prepared in accordance with traditional Jewish law.

Writer expressed the struggles of a modern Jew trying to straddle two worlds.

Early teacher of Jewish law and theology.

Debate about this biblical story raises key theological issues.

The Rabbis interpret a will as an elaborate gift, making it permissible within Jewish law.

The Torah tells us to protect widows--but not all Jewish authorities recommend marrying them.

An 'addition' to the Mishnah--or something else?

Jewish authorities have much to say about using, and abusing, this substance.