Judaism
How a Jewish police chief's mezuzah captivated a Mississippi town
A Jewish police chief's mezuzah ceremony became the talk of a Mississippi town and drew a crowd no one expected.
'I am a grateful American': Gary Sinise hopes to bring his mission of service to Israel - interview
Jerusalem highlights: June 5-11
Parashat Shlah: The absolute truth
After a Maryland teacher’s death, a 200-piece Judaica collection finds new life in a Jewish museum
For 35 years, Kaylie’s mother, Deborah Brodie, had amassed a collection of over 200 Jewish ritual objects, which she had used as a hands-on classroom for her Hebrew school students with special needs
Shabbat candle lighting times for Israel and US
See Shabbat candle lighting times for your area.
Parashat Emor: The social revolution
This portion is read during the days of the Counting of the Omer, when Judaism emphasizes mutual respect and love between people as preparation for receiving the Torah on the festival of Shavuot.
Jewish learning defines knowledge in a fragmented world - opinion
In an age of distraction, Jewish knowledge is no longer about knowing everything, but about engaging deeply with the core texts that shape understanding, practice, and meaning.
Unabashedly proud of being Jewish: A stand against antisemitism in New York City - opinion
Jewish history, culture, and Jewish identity are intertwined with New York City.
Understanding global criticism of Israel through historical, theological lenses - opinion
How history, religion, and ideology shape global views of Israel and Jewish sovereignty.
What South Park and Dante get wrong about the Hebrew Bible’s Hell - study
A new academic essay argues that the fiery underworld familiar from Dante, TV, and pop culture replaced the Hebrew Bible’s older, quieter idea of Sheol.
Love isn’t enough: Faith in humanity through the lens of the Torah
In a fractured world, Torah reminds us through Akiva, Hillel and Ben Azzai that every person carries dignity, meaning and divine image.
Galilee Eco Center: regenerative agriculture, healing in the Galilee
The Galilee Eco Center aims to restore land, combining sustainable farming and science.
American Jewry is facing a shortage of rabbis – what can fix it? - opinion
What’s driving young Jews away from the rabbinate, and what comes next.
