Torah

 Ultra-Orthodox Jews block a road during a protest outside the city of Bnei Brak, March 3, 2024

'We need Torah scholars': Haredi paper slams secular Jews over IDF draft

Ultra-Orthodox paper Yated Ne'eman blasts secular Jews amid draft law debate, claiming Torah study is key to Jewish survival, not military service.

Parashat Ki Tisa: Seeing and hearing: The difference

A person seeking a religious experience may resort to ecstatic experiences that lead him to a feeling of divine attainment. But this is a mistake.

'The adoration of the Golden Calf’

Parashat Ki Tisa: In the aftermath of sin

The same object – gold donated by the nation – can bring the divine presence to rest among us, or it can lead us to the brink of religious annihilation.

By NECHAMA GOLDMAN BARASH
01/03/2024
 Campaign posters at a voting station on the morning of the Municipal Elections, in Jerusalem

Reflecting on the municipal elections through a Talmudic lens

In the aftermath of the elections, as elected officials assume their roles and communities come together to chart their future, let us commit to upholding the values of dignity, respect, and honesty.

By JONATHAN LIEBERMAN
01/03/2024

The paradox and illusion of victory

The Torah verses convey profound messages that we can insightfully extract for our daily lives. Rabbi Shay Tahan, the Rosh Kollel of Shaarei Ezra in Brooklyn, NY, graciously opens the gates to unders

By DAVID BERGER
29/02/2024

Hostage families call for 'speech fast' to pray for release of loved ones

Beyond the headlines: A weekly glimpse into the Israel you won’t read about in the news.

Parashat Tetzaveh: To rule or to serve?

The more we remember that the role of a teacher, educator, and public figure is not to rule but rather to serve, the better we will fulfill our roles faithfully and successfully.

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