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My Grandmother’s Iraqi Jewish Sambusak Are the Perfect Appetizer

These savory chickpea pockets also happen to be vegan.

The Feminist Moment of Truth (& More)

-With Ms. Magazine rejecting an ad celebrating three Israeli women leaders, Phyllis Chesler accuses “This is a feminism that has ...

The Book of Lamentations

This special reading for Tisha B'Av sets the tone for this tragic and mournful day

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.

Who Was Korah?

Korah was punished for his rebellion, but his questioning of the need for human rulers has remained a living issue for later generations to contemplate.

There’s Room for Flexibility

If we are to develop a formula for conversion acceptable to all the Jewish movements, everyone will need to take a step toward the middle.

Rabbinic and Post-Rabbinic Divorce

Over time the rabbis increased the wife's power in a marriage, yet maintained the absolute right of the husband to grant a divorce.

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