A Candle for My Father
by Judy GruenThoughts on lighting the 20th yartzeit candle.
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My Father and the Talmud
by Dr. Simon Yisrael FeuermanI idolized my dad and resented him. As I’ve untangled our relationship, I adopted his passion: Talmud study.
The Bus Stop: A Father's Day Message
by Rabbi Yisroel JungreisMy father’s unconditional love gave me the feeling that no matter what, everything will be okay.
Family Secrets
by Amy Hirshberg LedermanThe shocking discovery of half of my family tree, nearly a century later.
Spiritual Scrubbing
by Nicole BemI loved Passover. It was the swishing of brooms in surround sound that confounded me.
Mourning Glory
by Dr. Simon Yisrael FeuermanWhen a mother succumbs to cancer in old age and a father faces his own mortality, a son experiences the blessings of a good shiva.
A Jewish Mother’s Wisdom
by Rabbi Binyamin FeldmanThe legacy of Chana Berkovits, Rabbi Yitzchak Berkovits’ mother.
The Third Generation
by Beth GoldsammlerThe grandchild of Holocaust survivors looks forward… and back.
Seeds
by Shoshana GrosWhen my kids planted etrog trees, we didn’t know we’d discover the miracle – and precariousness – of life.
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A Face in the Window
by Rabbi Yaakov SalomonAs Father's Day approaches, I am haunted by one most vivid and moving scene from my childhood.
Eight Days with Our Baby
by Debbie ShapiroBorn with terminal kidney disfunction, each moment with him was precious.
Hope: Revisiting Secondary Infertility
by Rachel Fayga bas HindaOnce I began to truly appreciate the blessings in my life, I received another – a baby girl.
To Not Walk Alone
by Ephraim CornickAlthough my father has died, he remains an active, guiding influence in my life.
A Little Faith
by Shoshana GrosSometimes I wonder if my non-observant mother is more religious than me.
My Father’s Smile
by Dina NeumanMy father let go of his pain, his grief, his questions and was able to do what he loved best: to give.
The Giving Heart
by Shellie BermanMy mother’s motto is: the way to keep your heart in shape is to love more.
These Small Lights
by Yael Zoldan M.A.Chanukah reminds us that we are not the same as everyone else.
As the Flame Flickers
by Menucha Chana LevinThe challenge of observing the anniversary of the death of someone never born.
Bat Mitzvah Gifts for My Daughter
by Sara Debbie GutfreundSpanning three generations, I want to give you some very special gifts that are close to my heart.
To Bris or Not To Bris?
by Lea GoldmanThe last few months of my pregnancy, I spent more time agonizing about the bris than about labor itself.
Expectant World
by Gila ArnoldOur most significant achievements are formed somewhere deeply hidden.
5 (Spiritual) Ways to Beat the Heat
by Rabbi Jack KallaHow to make the most of the 2011 heat wave without moving from your computer or air conditioner.
The Night Before My Wedding
by Yael MermelsteinWe were on opposite poles: her life was drawing to a close and mine was about to begin.
Mother of All Miracles
by Freidl Liba bas ChavaSharing my pain and fear was easy. Becoming a mother left me speechless.
I Too Am Royalty
by Yvette Alt MillerAs a child I longed for the majestic. Watching the royal wedding, I realized I found it.
Earning My Freedom
by Yael Zoldan M.A.In a world of Facebook and Twitter, is anyone special? Preparing for Passover I discovered an answer.
Why Did the Fish Have to Die?
by Shulamis Yehudis GutfreundTeaching a child to understand God’s grand eternal plan.
Spinal Muscular Atrophy: Sophia's Story
by Catherine GaynorThe diagnosis was devastating, but we needed to stop mourning our daughter who was still alive and begin living with SMA.
My Purim Costume Fantasy
by Yael Zoldan M.A.This year, finally, my family will join the ranks of those paragons of virtue, those models of creative efficiency: The Ones with the Themes.
Hearts of the Fathers
by Tehilla ShapiroSince the divorce, my ex-husband won't have anything to do with our sons. Is it wrong to hope for a miracle?
Black Jewish Rapper
His name is Nissim – which means miracles in Hebrew. An apt description of his life.
Dating Maze #382: Taking the Dating Temperature
How do I assess when things are stuck, versus moving slowly forward?
Common Ground
Spending three days with non-religious Israelis, I discovered surprising things about them, and myself.
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My Son's Yarmulka
As a child of Holocaust survivor, it's hard for me to imagine that a product of my womb will openly declare his Jewishness to any and all who see him.
An Open Letter to John Galliano
Learning about the Holocaust is a great first step. Don't stop there.
Dear Emuna: No Plans for Summer
Should I let my teenaged son hang out with his friends or should I insist on a plan?
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Soul Food
One day, we're all going on a long journey. We need to take along enough nourishment to last for eternity.
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Searching for Superman
I knew I possessed super powers. I just had to sort through the baggage of a few generations to find them.
3 Things to Do While Dating Instead of Waiting
Three practical steps to help you find your soul mate.
Dating Maze #381: Letting Go of Love
Should I move to Israel to reclaim my love or am I chasing a dead end?
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Tammuz: Forces of Nature
What can happen when we see everything as being fully within our grasp and under our control.
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America and Jewish Values
The Bible's major role in the creation of the United States and its democracy.
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Seven Wonders of Jewish History
Seven remarkable milestones that defy historical patterns and fulfill ancient prophecies.
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Aish.com's Tisha B'Av Reader
A 22-page thought-provoking compendium of insights and inspiration to enhance the day.
“Fill the Void” – A Chasidic Love Story
Chasidic Israeli filmmaker Rama Burshtein’s new film tells the fascinating story of a Chassidic family in Tel Aviv – almost as fascinating as Rama Burshtein’s own story.
Are They Listening?
Has anyone who’s against the NSA’s policy of phone and email tapping come up with a better way to find terrorists?
