An Israeli couple who didn’t want a Chuppah.
The Chosen People: Discrimination or Divine Mission?
Judaism always preaches ‘education for all,’ but the Talmud tells us about some very elitist academies. Why were they so snobbish, and what does it tell us about our approach to Judaism?
The Lost Child
The real meaning of the “rebellious son.”
Remembering the Good
People are always busy ‘remembering’ the Holocaust. But is that really the Jewish way?
Lying for the sake of Peace
Are white lies permissible? When is a person permitted to veer from the truth?
Democracy vs. Dictatorship
What is the difference between democracy and dictatorship? And which side is the Torah on?
Teaching by Example
Jewish lessons from the Supreme Court.
Social Justice, not Charity
This week’s Torah portion says, “tzedek tzedek tirdof.” What is the Jewish approach to charity?
A Place in Heaven
Elijah the prophet revealed himself and told the rabbis which profession earns an immediate place in heaven. Which profession do you think it was?
Seeing is Believing
How did the microscope make Jewish life difficult, and what does “seeing” something really mean?