This case, about Shira Horowitz's teaching at South Area Solomon Schechter Day School in Stoughton, MA, explores the question, "How can I teach Torah to young children in a way that respects the ...

The concept of illuminating the nations of the world was always envisioned as one of prophetic destiny rather than real obligation, a promise deferred to some vague, distant future or to messianic ...

(RNS) — I will never forget the day I fell in love. It happened in the library of Hebrew Union College-Jewish Institute of Religion, where I was studying to become a rabbi. And, no, it was not with a ...

We are raising children in an era of unprecedented complexity. Our children are growing up in a world of constant comparison, instant gratification, social pressure, global uncertainty, and emotional ...

Sustains Jewish continuity with unique Torah learning capabilities for clergy, teachers, students and lay Torah readers. SAN FRANCISCO, CA, UNITED STATES, February 11 ...

One of the core teachings in Torah portion Massei (the second of our double-portion) is the concept of the “cities of refuge” that will be established in the land (Numbers 35:9-34). The Cities of ...

When do you call the rabbi? Sometimes to complain. (We’re Jews, after all.) But usually, a life cycle event has taken place. A birth, thank God. An impending wedding. An illness. Too often in the last ...

The greatest of the Tannaim and Amoraim worked to support themselves, making their Torah study their main occupation and ...

In light of recent events that highlight those who face mental health challenges, we may be wondering if there is a “Jewish spin” to this tragedy. What does the Torah teach us about sadness and ...

From the foreword, by Sharon Feiman-Nemser: "This book provides a rare glimpse into the hidden world of teacher thinking—how teachers of Bible and rabbinic literature decide what and how to teach and ...

One of the core teachings in Torah portion Massei (the second of our double-portion) is the concept of the “cities of refuge” that will be established in the land (Numbers 35:9-34). The Cities of ...