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‘Tis the Season to Create a New Religion
Christmas trees are for sale on every corner, it seems, bringing the scent of the woods to the streets of ...
Beliefs & Practices, Jewish Texts, Mysticism, Study
Mysticism in Modern Times
Modern Jewish Mysticism. Kabbalah and Mysticism. Jewish Spirituality and the Divine World. Jewish Ideas and Beliefs.
Birkot Hashachar: Giving Thanks Each Morning
This series of blessings are a beautiful expression of gratitude for the opportunity of experiencing another day.
Health & Wellness, JOFA's Torch, Live
When Blessings Bring Pain
When I saw the little blue line on the pregnancy test, I felt like I was walking on air. A ...
The Truth Of Social Justice
The truth that exists in moments of intimacy and human connection can also infuse our ritual lives.
Health & Wellness, Jewish Thought, Live, Mourn, Rabbis Without Borders
How the Tragedy of an Infant’s Death Can Bring About Mitzvot
Today will be a difficult day for my family. And for me. We should be celebrating the first birthday of ...
Celebrate, Jewish Thought, Jewish&, Live, More Holidays, Tisha B'Av
A Rabbi Mourns African American Christians
“’…But, mother, I won’t be alone. Other children will go with me, And march the streets of Birmingham to make ...
Philanthropy and Transformation
A prominent female Jewish philanthropist reflects on her experiences, and offers her vision.
Jewish Thought, Live, Southern & Jewish
Obligation, Faith, and Service After the Storm
I had been out of town for a few days. When I returned to the ISJL office in Jackson, I ...
Masters Of Servitude
The laws of the Sabbatical year inspire us to sanctify space, time, and our behaviors towards each other.