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Black-Jewish Relations in America

Relations between African Americans and Jews have evolved through periods of indifference, partnership and estrangement.

Judaism and Policing

Though the Torah commands the appointment of "officers" to uphold the law, Jewish tradition does not recognize crime as a legal category.

What Makes a Family?

The Torah offers several models of familial connection that depart from the standard model.

Shabbat 129

A Talmudic guide to bloodletting.

Shabbat 127

Everyone can lend a hand.

Refaeinu: Connecting Physical and Spiritual Healing

This prayer for healing included in the weekday Amidah is a reminder that ultimate healing can only come from God.

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