Israel's Moral Army
by David HorovitzAn eye-opening interview with the man who helps set the IDF’s ethical parameters.
The Day Osama Died
by Rabbi Benjamin BlechDoes Bin Laden's death bring a sense of closure? It better not.
The Royal Wedding
by Rabbi Benjamin BlechRespect for royalty is a training ground for worship of the Almighty.
Losing Weight after Passover
by Alan FreishtatThe key steps to lose those extra pounds gained over the holiday.
Making the Impossible Possible
by Devora WeinerA 5-year-old girl was missing. How could I just go back to sleep?
Japan's Black Swan
by Rabbi Benjamin BlechWhat could go wrong? The significance of unexpected events in history.
Caring for the Uncared
by Narayanan KrishnanNarayanan Krishnan has brought more than 1.2 million hot meals to India's homeless. Is he unique?
Egypt, Ishmael & the Fight for Self-Respect
by Rabbi Tzvi NightingaleSolving the Palestinian-Israel conflict isn't the lynch pin. Dignity is.
Egypt, Again
by Rabbi Benjamin BlechHow the country's turmoil resonates with a striking biblical parallel.
Tucson: Voices of Patience and Wisdom
by Jeff JacobyWhen a tragedy like the one in Tucson strikes, most of us would do well to keep silence.
The Shooting of Gabrielle Giffords
by Dr. Yvette Alt MillerJudaism's timeless formula for moments like this.
Losing the Customer
by Yael MermelsteinIf only we'd make all our decisions looking at the long term.
Is Criminalizing Holocaust Denial Wise?
by Jonathan RosenblumSuch statutes create a dangerous precedent to outlaw other discussions as beyond the pale.
The Mark Madoff Tragedy
by Rabbi Benjamin BlechDo the sins of the fathers get transmitted to the children?
The Islamophobia Myth
by Jeff JacobyFor Jews and Muslims tension and hostility are the exception. America's exemplary tolerance is the rule.
WikiLeaks
by Rabbi Benjamin BlechDoes the fact that something is true always justify its being made public?
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The Cheerio King
by Dr. Jackie YarisAs an internist, I often see stress and anxiety masquerade as physical ailments. What is happening to our freedom?
Hacked
by Rabbi Benjamin BlechI contacted the scammer in Nigeria who stole my email account and he actually replied.
American Jewish Teenager
by Doni Joszef, LMSWA peek into the psyche of a 21st century Jewish teenager.
The Geert Wilders Trial
by Isi LeiblerYou may not agree with his politics, but his trial will be a watershed for European democracy.
The Star of David and the Mosque
by Rabbi Benjamin BlechIt's no accident that the NYC mosque is covered with the Jewish symbol.
Counterpoint: Do Not Build the Mosque
by Charles KrauthammerIt would be a sacrilege to build the proposed mosque at Ground Zero.
Point: Build the Mosque
by Mayor Michael BloombergGovernment should not deny citizens the right to build a house of worship on private property based on their particular religion.
The Organization that Cried Wolf
by Rabbi Tzvi NightingaleThe UN has lost all credibility and many real victims now suffer.
The Burka Ban and Us
by Jonathan RosenblumHow should Jews react to the French ban on the public wearing of the burka?
The Holocaust Excuse
by Lauren BottnerI never heard Zaidy Leo excuse his flaws by pointing the finger at Hitler.
Helen Thomas Should be Fired
by Camera.orgWith her bigoted, anti-Semitic statements she’s placed herself outside the lines of civil discourse and decency.
Normal Life
by Deena WeinbergDear Neighbor, can I be insolent enough to ask that you try to 'understand' just a tiny bit less?
Poland's Tragedy is Our Tragedy
by David A. HarrisI lost friends in the crash that killed key leaders from the Polish government, economy, and military.
7 Questions: The Infidel
by Jenny HazanDr. Wafa Sultan is trying to transform the Muslim world. An exclusive interview.
The Solar Eclipse: A Jewish Message
The connection between covering our eyes when we recite the Shema and when looking at the eclipse.
On Sunday the Rabbi Disappeared
With no money or phone, for a few days Rabbi Ilan Feldman slipped off the grid to experience a nomad’s life.
The Alarming Rise of White Supremacy in America
The violence in Charlottesville didn’t originate in a vacuum.
The Meaning of Some Common Sephardic Last Names
Some of the most famous names of the Sephardic community can be traced back to medieval times.
Dear Emuna: I Can’t Stand My Neighbor’s Loud Dog
Plus practical advice to a daughter whose aging father has moved nearby and is suddenly very dependent on her.
9 Ways to Discourage Your Teens from Swearing
Practical ideas to help your teens tame the swearing habit.
Off the Grid: Joshua Safran’s Childhood Was Nothing like Yours
One boy’s improbable journey from witches’ commune to Jerusalem.
4 Elements: Jewish Personality Typing
Getting to know the most fascinating person in the world – yourself.
In Doggy Heaven: Farewell to My Faithful Friend
At the equivalent of 105 in human years, our dog’s time had come. I miss him.
Guy Confessions: What I Want to Tell the Shadchan
Four points from actively dating dudes that could make Jewish dating even better.
Creation: A Convergence of Torah and Science
Once unthinkable, the accounts of creation by Torah and science are converging.
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My Yom Kippur Call
It was one the hardest calls I’ve ever made. And it turned out to be one the best.
Where to Take Your Jewish Date this Summer
For those committed to the Jewish faith, mini golf is the perfect date. We are good at it!
Fighting Fair: Jews vs. Non-Jews
Non-Jews wait for the right time to argue. Jews must get everything off their chests immediately!
Hating Israel: Understanding Tisha B’Av through Today’s Headlines
How preconceived notions cause baseless hatred.
Napoleon and the Purpose of Mourning on Tisha B’Av
Why do Tisha B’Av and Passover always occur on the same day of the week?
