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Manna for the Soul

Parashat Beshalach teaches that we all need reliable nourishment, for our bodies and our souls.

Arizona’s Need for Freedom from Religion

Is religious freedom of greater importance than the constitutional right of equality? Arizona’s state law SB 1062, which has passed ...

Havdalah: Celebrating the Uniqueness of the Jewish people

Reveling in uniqueness is wonderful, proclaiming superiority is not.

The Significance of Shabbat

The spiritual meaning behind the day of rest.

Black Wedding: Marrying the Spanish Flu Away

This Jewish response to a devastating epidemic in the early 20th century drew on a mixture of Eastern European customs and inspired both fierce proponents and harsh critics.

Jewish Ritual Objects: A Guide

From challah covers to yahrzeit candles, what they are used for, how they look and where you can find them.

Where to Find the Best Shakshuka in NYC

A guide to where to nosh your favorite North African brunch dish.

Yossele Rosenblatt’s Later Career

The talented cantor Yossele Rosenblatt (1882-1933) becomes an international star.

Feminist Perspectives on Niddah, the Laws of Separation

Acceptance versus rejection of the laws governing monthly mikveh visits.

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