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The Demise of the Chief Rabbinate

In the spring of 1921, Rabbi Abraham Isaac HaKohen Kook became the first Chief Rabbi of the Land of Israel ...

Why This Rabbi Started the Year in a Small Texas Town

In the summer of 2013, I left a wonderful congregation in North Carolina to pursue an exciting opportunity on the ...

Chabad Messianism

Messianism in Chabad-Lubavitch challenges Jews of all denominations to consider the limits of Jewish theology.

Mahara”t Sara Hurwitz, a “Unique” Woman Rabbi

This week the Jewish Channel covers a few Jewish stories in its weekly update, including the official appointment of Sara ...

Obama: the Orthodox Reaction

As noted earlier today, racism in the religious Jewish community has been more intense — and scrutinized more intensely — ...

Best Seder Ever: Literally.

We’re in the last week of submissions for the Best Seder Ever contest. So if you’ve got a great Passover ...

Why Is Yom Kippur So Late This Year?

In 2016, Yom Kippur doesn't start until mid-October. Here's why.

How Do You Open The Door?

As we approach the winter holidays, one thing will likely dominate our minds: doors.What? Doors weren’t the first thing on ...

Homosexuality, Choice, and Jewish Law

If homosexuality is not chosen, then there is precedent in Jewish law for condoning it.

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