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School Vouchers: A Jewish Perspective
An examination of the argument in support of vouchers in the Jewish community
Who Was Solomon Schechter?
The namesake for the Conservative day school network was a key scholar who became president of the Jewish Theological Seminary in New York.
Valuing Debate and Conversation
Jewish tradition, informed by the precedent of the Talmud, prefers to promote discussion rather than correctness.
How Song of Songs Became Part of the Hebrew Bible
Rabbi Akiva argued that the Song of Songs "defiled the hands" — which meant it was sacred. In fact, he argued it was the most sacred book of the Bible.
How To Form A New Chevra Kadisha
Rebutting objections to forming or joining a burial society--and practical steps on how to do so.
What Are Jewish Genetic Diseases?
As many as 1 in 3 Ashkenazi Jews are estimated to be carriers for one of about 19 genetic diseases.
What Counts as a Jewish Text?
Some case studies to help us decide.
Texts Marking Time
Jewish historiography frequently uses the history of texts as the periodization for Jewish history.