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Searching for Superman
by Gavriel HoranI knew I possessed super powers. I just had to sort through the baggage of a few generations to find them.
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Black Jewish Rapper
His name is Nissim – which means miracles in Hebrew. An apt description of his life.
Living with Clarity
by Rabbi Shraga SimmonsThe death of 12-year-old Shoshie Stern reveals her parents’ spiritual greatness.
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Reality Knocks
by Ross HirschmannVolunteering one hour to help others gave me a surprising insight about myself and the world.
Learning from Shoshie
by Rabbi Shraga SimmonsRabbi Mike Stern reflects on the tragic death of his 12-year-old daughter.
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As a Jew in State Prison
by David ArenbergA harrowing tale of surviving anti-Semitism in prison, and the remarkable journey of self-discovery.
My Interfaith Marriage
by Harold BermanWe fell in love. It didn’t matter that I was a New York Jew and she was a devout Christian who grew up on a farm.
Symphony of Life
by Rebekka B. BodoffI defined myself as a violinist. Until a car accident shattered my arm.
The Gift of Light
by Riva PomerantzDevastating disease and blindness doesn’t stop 12-year-old Aviva Krainess from spreading light throughout the world.
Eclipsed: Poland's Secret Jews
by Tusia DabrowskaI was raised in Warsaw as a Catholic Pole. Today I have embraced my Jewish identity.
Exodus from Ethiopia
by Andrew FriedmanA wrenching true story of enslavement, torture and liberation.
The Book of Fire
by Erica SilverAs a child, the horrors of the Holocaust mirrored the incendiary chaos of my home life.
Everything Is a Present
by Anthony RobbinsFor Alice Herz Sommer, 109, the oldest Holocaust survivor, optimism is life’s most important quality.
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My Exodus from Porn Addiction
by Eliyahu NorsteinMy personal journey to freedom using Torah and the 12-step program.
Passover & the Power of Love
by Sara Debbie GutfreundAfter the tragic death of my rabbi and Rebbetzin, my Passover memories are awash with saltwater tears.
Ayelet’s Enduring Spirit
by Rabbi Shraga SimmonsHindy Poupko Galena’s heart-rending story of inspiration and tragedy.
The Yizkor Club
by Sarah FinemanEntering this mysterious, exclusive club provided a surprising connection to my mother.
SportsKids of the Year
by Sports IllustratedAn inspiring story of two brothers. Share it with your family.
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Keeping Shabbos in Hollywood
by David SacksI thought they said, "You'll never work in this town again!" only in old movies.
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The Paperboy From Heaven
by Ross HirschmannIn the midst of the most sacred of my bachelor rituals – pizza and Monday Night Football – a knock on the door ended up changing my life.
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My Team
by Richard RabkinMy intense relationship with the San Francisco 49ers taught me how to feel a part of the Jewish People.
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Back to the Shtetl
by Rabbi Ephraim ShoreA pilgrimage to discover my family's roots that the Nazis tried to destroy.
Painting God
by Hannah DreyfusMy quest for answers does not preclude a simple, emotional acceptance of God’s presence in the world.
Rav Noah’s Gifts
by Rabbi Shaul RosenblattHardly a day passes that I don’t crave his wise advice and loving care.
Falafel in Haifa
by Eric BrandThey say what doesn’t kill you makes you stronger. Does that count for sandwiches?
Aish.com’s Top 10 2012
by aish.comRevisiting some of the most popular videos and articles of the year.
With Granny in Church
by Dassi SteinAmanda's Gran and I had shared a moment of understanding – not as friends, nor as adversaries, but as Jew and Gentile.
When Christmas and Hanukkah Crashed
by Sara Debbie GutfreundFor the first time in my life, I was the only Jew in the group.
The Alphabet of Happiness
by Sarah ShapiroBefore me was a fully sentient person who for four years had been silent, pinned down inside the ruins of her body.
My Journey from Chinese to Jewish
by Aaron WoodA chance encounter with a Bible launched my 16-year road to conversion.
Hurricane Sandy: The Aftermath
by Charlie HararySandy brought her game. Now it’s time to bring ours.
Here’s What I Want
by Brocha Miller, as told by Josh BieberOne day, Josh Bieber lost the use of his left arm and his speech started to slur. His ‘want list’ began to change, dramatically.
My Song
by Ruchama King FeuermanFrom singing with Gloria Estefan to women-only concerts. One of the most talented female singers in the Jewish world speaks her mind.
Who Will Live
by Susan SchwartzI lie awake worrying about my upcoming surgery. Will I lose my ability to speak? Will I even wake up?
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My Barber, Morris
by Mordechai I. TwerskyAfter discovering my local barber's dark secret, no haircut has ever been the same.
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.
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?
