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My Grandmother’s Iraqi Jewish Sambusak Are the Perfect Appetizer
These savory chickpea pockets also happen to be vegan.
Celebrate, Hanukkah, Rabbis Without Borders
The Nuts and Bolts of Peace with Iran
“Even if the messiah tarries, nonetheless, I believe and wait for him, but peace with Iran? Impossible.” When I asked ...
Jewish Law, Jewish Texts, Study
Writing Jewish Law: The 17th and 18th Century
A survey of the great post-Shulhan Arukh legal authorities.
Nope, No Big Xmas Plans
Isn’t the holiday season wonderful? Don’t you just love the beauty of it all? Or actually don’t you secretly hate ...
From Hail Mary to Hail Miriam
At 6’2”, 210-pound Avi Rosenblum has tattoos that reflect his religious faith and cultural heritage. He stands out. Some might ...
Beliefs & Practices, Live, Mixed Multitudes
Chabad Messianism & Conversion
Recent stories about conversion standards in Israel have revolved around halakhic observance (or the lack thereof), but an interesting case ...
Haggai, Zechariah and Malachi: Back in the Land
These three prophets are principally concerned with the status of the Temple, the new religious hierarchy, and the religious obligations of the post-exilic community.
Contemporary Issues in Jewish Divorce
Confronting the issue of agunot, or "chained" wives.
Beliefs & Practices, JOFA's Torch, Live, Women & Feminism
The Time Is Now: Express Your Rabbinic Will
There are several things that happen when a stone is thrown into a lake. First, the stone pierces the top ...