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What Were Shtetls?

Clearing up myths about these Eastern European villages where Jews lived.

Battling Stereotypes of the Jewish Mother

What it means to be a contemporary mother and to be a Jewish mother today

Ransoming Captive Jews

An important commandment calls for the redemption of Jewish prisoners, but how far should this mitzvah be taken?

Jewish Social Welfare

The high value placed by the Jewish tradition on active concern for the welfare of others has its roots in the Torah.

Interest-Free Loans in Judaism

Jews have a tradition, based in biblical law, of interest-free lending, primarily--but not exclusively--to other Jews.

Praying with Others Is Not the Same as Praying Alone

God may not need us to gather in groups to hear our prayers, but it can be useful to us.

The Spirituality of Caring for Our Bodies

We may need to work on our spiritual health in order to ensure our physical health.

Jews in South Africa

The health and state of this Jewish community presents a complex picture.

Jews in Germany Today

The land where Hitler once ruled has a burgeoning Jewish community.

Jewish Population Trends

Since World War II, migration and birth trends have changed Jewish demographics.

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