This year, we need to come together to mourn our communal losses
In Tractate Bava Kama, the Talmud teaches us how to be religious by minding life’s most mundane details
Australia’s Ballarat Synagogue tries to preserve its unusual cultural history
How to hold one another in light of the ever-present reality of loss
Moses may have inspired any number of spirituals, but this earlier biblical character led a life that mirrors a different musical tradition
As a leader in the Reform movement, David Ellenson earned respect as a scholar across the religious spectrum. And on a personal basis, he was known for his compassion and generosity.
If we want people who are Jewish from birth to engage more profoundly with their religion, we should look to converts—and Abraham Joshua Heschel—for answers
The 10th of Tevet contains historical lessons we should heed in light of the Hamas massacre
It’s the greatest self-help book ever written. And isn’t that what we need right now?
In Tractate Kiddushin, the Talmud reminds us that in love—as in life—inspiration follows preparation
In this week’s Torah portion, we read about Abraham’s journey to the Promised Land. What’s often overlooked is that his father accompanied him. It’s a lesson that resonates today, as we see the importance of political leaders, organizations, and friends standing by our side to defend Israel.
Looking to God for answers in horrible times isn’t a rational thing to do. That may be why it’s so valuable.
Hamas targets the Jews because of what Judaism represents: the moral system underpinning Western culture
Moving to Israel translated to losing the ‘second day’ of most Jewish holidays in addition to gaining perspective on their practice
In the discourse about divorce in Tractate Gittin, the Talmud gives us closure when love expires
American politicians have turned to the story of the lion’s den for centuries
When—and how—did these readings become part of the traditional Jewish liturgy?
How SoulCycle led me to the rabbinate
