Thanksgiving and Being a Jew

by Rabbi Efrem Goldberg Giving thanks goes to the essence of what it means to be a Jew.

Jonathan Pollard’s Final Punishment

by Rabbi Benjamin Blech He cannot move to Israel for at least five years. The reason reeks of hypocrisy.

Jonathan Pollard’s Release

by Rabbi Yaakov Salomon Imagine his first Shabbat as a free man.

Resenting Thanksgiving

by Emuna Braverman I’m expected to cook and host and no one helps. Gratitude is the last thing I’m feeling on Thanksgiving.

Awakening the Child Within

by Rabbi Eli Scheller Studies show that most young kids are creative geniuses. Then what happens?

For France, This is War

by Boaz Bismuth, Israel Hayom and JNS.org The barbaric attacks in Paris have made it clear that Islamist jihad has arrived, and it intends to kill, terrify and conquer.

Five Lessons from the Paris Attacks

by David A. Harris We must rededicate ourselves to the values the terrorists would destroy, and show the resolve to defeat our adversaries.

The Paris Massacre

by Rabbi Benjamin Blech The scenes of death – whether in Paris or Hebron, Jerusalem or New York – should serve as a warning to us all.

Does Religion Make Kids Less Generous?

by Dr. Yvette Alt Miller Far from undermining generosity, Judaism fosters it.

Digital Detox

by Rabbi Yaakov Salomon Unplugging is no longer just a good idea.

Bad Day for Bacon

by Rabbi Yaakov Salomon But a good day for the Jews?

Should We Divorce?

by Emuna Braverman My husband has addiction and anger issues. What’s best for my kids: stay with him or divorce?

Death & The World Series

by Rabbi Yaakov Salomon Would you tell the pitcher before the big game that his father died?

Fighting Darkness With Light

by Lauren Roth I feel scared and sad by all the violence filling the world. What can I do?

One of the Greatest Jewish Philanthropists You Never Heard Of

by Ronda Robinson Julius Rosenwald, the Jew who created over 5000 schools for African Americans across the US.

Killing Baby Hitler: A Jewish Response

by Rabbi Benjamin Blech One must differentiate between potential and actual evil.

No Politics or Religion

by Emuna Braverman My husband doesn’t know when to keep his mouth shut and has alienated friends and family.

Ever Thought about Giving a Kidney?

A personal plea.

Death with Dignity?

by Dr. Jacob L. Freedman As a doctor and as a Jew, I am against physician-assisted suicide.

10 Strategies to Defeat Stress and Stay Positive

by Harry Edelson Tools for coping with the daily stresses of life.

Taking a Sick Day when You’re Ok

by Rabbi Yaakov Salomon A solution to the ethical dilemma

The Stabbings in Israel

by Rabbi Benjamin Blech Calling evil by its rightful name.

Why I Wear a Scarf

by Rabbi Yaakov Salomon And it’s not what you think…

Choosing a Career

by Lauren Roth It’s time for me to decide what I’m going to do in the future. I feel lost!

Whose Work Comes First?

by Emuna Braverman My husband wants me to join him at a business-related party, I want to stay at home to complete my work.

Netanyahu’s 44 Seconds of Silence at the UN

by Rabbi Benjamin Blech What is the value of spending our time on lost causes?

Leave your Camera at Home

by Jeff Jacoby Taking a picture is not the same thing as experiencing a moment. In fact it’s a way of forgetting.

BBC Headline Shocker

by Rabbi Yaakov Salomon The BBC’s initial report on the recent Israeli murders left me speechless.

Johnny Depp on Whitey Bulger

by Jeff Jacoby Bulger wasn't hardwired to be a murderer. No one is.

Sukkot Today: The Protection Racket

by Rabbi Yaakov Salomon We need protection, now more than ever.

Should I Remain a Working Mom?

by Emuna Braverman Am I working to avoid facing issues in my marriage?

Unlabeled

by Camp Morasha, Directed by Rachel Feld and Produced, Filmed, and Edited by Shimmy Socol A moving video on the harmful effects of labeling others.

How to Prepare for Yom Kippur

by Rabbi Yaakov Salomon This practical tip can change your Yom Kippur experience.

Real Self-Esteem: A Video for Your Soul

by Michal Ben-Baruch You are a priceless work of art.

Rosh Hashanah: Day of Joy or Day of Judgment?

by Rabbi Yaakov Salomon The importance of being part of the Jewish people.

Rosh Hashanah: My Facebook Antidote

by Dr. Yvette Alt Miller On Rosh Hashanah we review our life as it actually is, free from illusion and spin.

Ukraine’s Embrace of Neo-Nazism

by Inna Rogatchi The country is glorifying Nazi collaborators. The world should be alarmed.

10 Inspiring Quotes about Learning

by Dr. Yvette Alt Miller To inspire you and your family for a brand-new, successful year.

Working Less and Saving More

by Dr. Jacob L. Freedman A psychiatrist offers insights into prioritizing family life this Rosh Hashanah.

How to Lead a Group Well

by Lauren Roth My youth group president hogs all the power and doesn’t listen to anyone else.

Jewish Fashion Design

by Kylie Ora Lobell A new fashion design sketchbook shows less isn’t always more.

Don’t Flaunt It

by Sarah Pachter Shaq O’Neal and the real meaning of modesty.

A Tribute to a Man You Don’t Know

by Rabbi Yaakov Salomon The startling legacy of Matis Friesel.

The Wall Street Crash and the Torah

by Rabbi Benjamin Blech Another wake-up call just in time for Elul.

Jimmy Carter’s Cancer

by Rabbi Benjamin Blech Don’t presume to know that his illness is a result of his anti-Semitic views.

Life Doesn’t Seem Fair

by Emuna Braverman My dear friend remains single and alone, while a former adulterous friend is remarried and expecting. How’s that fair?

Matisyahu: Let Music be Your Flag

by Matisyahu In Spain festival, with Palestinian flags in background, Matisyahu sings “Jerusalem, if I forget you”‏

Heroes of the France Train Attack

by Dr. Yvette Alt Miller This Elul, seize the moment.

How to Stop Worrying

by Rabbi Yaakov Salomon One insight that makes a real difference.

Why I Don't Touch Girls

by Yossi Bachrach Being religious as a teenager in today’s world.