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Defining Hanukkah: Assimilation
Acculturation versus assimilation, a question for Jews then as now.
The December Dilemma
Whether you ignore Christmas altogether or celebrate it with non-Jewish friends or family, the holiday provokes a lot of emotions.
Our November-December Dilemma
As the weather turns colder, American Jews are surrounded by conflicting reminders that we are both part of and separate from American society as a whole.
Defining Hanukkah: Pluralism
Hanukkah represents the struggle to follow one's values and religion in a pluralistic world that often demands uniformity.
The Lesson of Hanukkah
Hanukkah points to the fragility of historical redemption and the ambiguity of its messengers and leaders.
Defining Hanukkah: Spiritual vs Political
Hanukkah asks us to reconcile the worldview of the Rabbis with that of the Maccabees.
Jewish Funerals: What to Expect When You Go
Bad news, unfortunately, travels fast. It can be helpful to know in advance what to do when attending a Jewish funeral.
Jewish Ethics: Some Basic Concepts and Ideas
The biblical text and the Rabbinic tradition provide the universal search for an ethical life with passion and some unique concepts.