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Fourteen Prayers for Peace

In 2009, President Obama accepted the Nobel Peace Prize, with a simple, moving speech. He spoke of the challenge of ...

By the Grace of God

With animal sacrifices a thing of the past, how do modern Jews achieve atonement?

My Chinese Daughter’s Jewish Roots

This is the final in a short series on adoption in Jewish families. Enjoy!In 1988, I had my entire life ...

Israeli Theatre

A culmination of foreign and native influences.

How Jewish and Mexican Breads Connect Me to My Mixed Heritage

Two of my biggest loves are baking and bread. Growing up in Mexico City, there was never a shortage of ...

“What if I can’t spell Hope?”

“I propose that you, Mr. President, declare a state of moral emergency.  A Marshal Plan for aid to negroes is ...

Themes & Theology of Speech

Jewish Speech. Themes and Theology of Jewish Speech. Jewish Speaking

The Spirituality of Just Hanging Out (Shemini Atzeret Edition)

Sunday night (October 4, 2015) begins Shemini Atzeret, the last festival in the summer/fall Jewish holiday cycle. For many moderns, ...

This Quick Sephardic Hamin Tastes Like Fall

This simple, cozy stew is made with lamb or beef and whole chestnuts.

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