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The Purpose of Kashrut

Kashrut reminds us again and again that Jewish spirituality is inseparable from the physical.

Humanity in Wartime

War and peace — and the difficulties with both — are the subjects of Parashat Shoftim.

Shabbat as Social Reform

Rabbis and Jews argued for a five-day work week in order to be able to observe Shabbat.

Medieval Jewish Responses to Suffering & Evil

The philosophers and mystics of the Middle Ages suggested an array of solutions to the problem of suffering.

The Oslo Accords

Israel and the Palestinians pursue peace.

Elul Explorations From Southern Celebrants

Thoughts from Jackson, Mississippi, during the Days of Awe

Celebrating Heroes During Black History Month

If you had to pick one figure from Black history who inspires you, who would it be? An unfair question ...

Healthy Relationships – Overview

Jessica and her boyfriend have been together for three months. They spend every moment together, tell each other “I love ...

Appointing Judges Shouldn’t Be Taken Lightly

The Torah portion called Shoftim, the Hebrew word for judges, is always read at the beginning of the new month ...

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