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Summary of Tractate Yevamot
This talmudic text dives deep into the laws of levirate marriage.
Creating the Jewish Pregnancy
From Shehechiyanu to psalms, how I brought Jewish ritual into this momentous life stage.
How To Decide If You Should Convert to Judaism
Becoming Jewish requires careful consideration and extensive self-examination.
Bible, Personalities of the Bible, Study
Elijah the Prophet
As the herald of the messianic age and a recurring figure in Jewish folklore, Elijah's legacy surpasses that of virtually all the other prophets of Israel.
How To Interview Your Elders
Judaism places a high value on passing stories from generation to generation. Here’s how to get the most out of your conversations with your parents and grandparents.
Secular Judaism is an Oxymoron
One perspective on whether or not Jews must believe in God.
My Family’s Soviet-Era Rosh Hashanah Dinner Is All About Delicious Food and Freedom
The High Holidays were about more than tradition or food for this family — they were about freedom.
Social Anxiety: What You Need to Know
This mental health disorder goes way beyond shyness. Learn how to get control over the debilitating fear social situations, so you can enjoy your life.
Gender & Sexuality, Keshet, Live
Parashat Bo: Come Out, Come Out, Wherever You Are
Jews read sections of the Torah each week, and these sections, known as parshiyot, inspire endless examination year after year. ...
Beliefs & Practices, Conversion, Jewish&, Live
From Looking Jewish to Being Jewish
Cultural anthropologists call it ‘going native’. You find yourself in the field as a participant observer of your host culture ...