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by Peter Himmelman

An encounter with the Unknowables: faith, prayer, and a Force beyond the self.

by Rabbi Nechemia Coopersmith

Fascinating insights from bestselling author, Thomas Cahill, who passed away this week.

by Peter Himmelman

The wild twist of fate that united musician Peter Himmelman with the late journalist Daniel Pearl.

by Rabbi Adam Jacobs

Reflections on the music and spirituality of a rock legend.

by Bethany Mandel

Jews have always embraced the idea of a customized education. A small vanguard is now taking it to the next level.

by Rabbi Mordechai Becher

The uncomfortable conclusions of a purely physical universe.

by Benjamin Elterman

The hit show’s latest episode takes a deep dive into some fundamental Jewish concepts.

by Rabbi Nechemia Coopersmith

Free will is a pillar of Judaism. Here are three approaches to know that you have agency.

by Un/Known, Aish.com's Philosophy Site

What's the best perspective to be able to keep calm in a turbulent world?

by Rabbi Adam Jacobs

Is the Near Death Experience a purely modern phenomenon or are there credible sources that support it in ancient texts?

by Harold Gans

Is there such a thing as a mathematically inexplicable event?

by Harold Gans

Science is adept at detecting and measuring that which is not directly detectable.

by Rabbi Dr. Benji Levy

However you slice it, the binding of Isaac is a story that begs for interpretation.

by Dr. Joshua M. Moritz

According to the German mathematician Georg Cantor, there are three levels of existence: the physical universe, the human mind, and the Mind of God.

by Sara Yoheved Rigler

The impact of monotheism on our daily lives.

by Rabbi Benjamin Blech

The world shares a glorious moment of awe.

by Rabbi Efrem Goldberg

For a Jew, privilege doesn’t mean access, opportunity, or favors. It means responsibility to set an example, to live elevated, meaningful lives.

by Jeff Jacoby

At the intersection of science and public policy, nothing is more hazardous than dogmatism enforced through the squelching of dissenting attitudes.

by Sara Yoheved Rigler

Within the famous Hindu spiritual teacher beat a distinctly Jewish heart.

by Rabbi Raffi Bilek

The meaning of the Hebrew alphabet’s first two letters.

by Rabbi Dr. Samuel Lebens

There are a lot of atheists out there. Does it actually require faith to maintain that position?

by Dr. Joshua M. Moritz

That time a math genius proved God and you never heard about it.

by Rabbi Mordechai Becher

Many great thinkers consider the question "Why do bad things happen to good people?" to be the most perplexing question in philosophy and theology. Are there any truly good answers?

by Gavriel Lakser

If Pharaoh’s actions are imposed upon him by God, how can he be held accountable and be punished for those actions?

by Jeff Jacoby

A cautionary tale about being complicit in our own oppression.

by Rabbi Efrem Goldberg

Despite the daily dangers, Israelis are remarkably happy. Here’s a Jewish secret to happiness.

by Rabbi Dr. Benji Levy

While pleasure is in the moment, happiness lasts a lifetime.

by Dr. Yvette Alt Miller

Marking International Women’s Day, here are some thought-provoking quotes by a wide range of Jewish women.

by Tamara Ezekiel

Adele was really on to something.

by aish.com

Uncovering the deeper meaning behind this iconic Hebrew phrase.

by Rabbi Tzvi Sytner

They're not flaws – they're inclusions that make them so precious.

by Rabbi Hillel Goldberg

The intricate science and philosophy behind reconciling the lunar and solar calendars can leave one speechless.

by Rabbi Nechemia Coopersmith

Choose life. Because the alternative is death.

by Sara Yoheved Rigler

Perhaps there’s a good reason for Whoopi Goldberg’s confusion.

by aish.com

That's why they're excuses, not reasons.

by Rabbi Nechemia Coopersmith

The inability to fully grasp the nature of God is humbling and frustrating, and forces us to “live with the question.”

by Rabbi Lord Jonathan Sacks

We are witnessing the rise of antisemitism around the world. How has antisemitism mutated over time? And why does its return today present a danger not just for Jews, but for all who care about our common humanity?

by Rabbi Nechemia Coopersmith

Either you believe in God, or you don’t. If you do, the commandment is redundant. If you don’t, it’s irrelevant.

by Rabbi Adam Jacobs

The phrase doesn’t mean what you think it means.

by Rabbi Chanoch Oppenheim

One answer: Do more Jewish.

by Dr. Yvette Alt Miller

A deeper look behind some common Jewish words like chutzpah, oy vey and yarmulke.

by Rabbi Dr. Yitzchak A. Breitowitz

Judaism regards the taking of one's life as abhorrent and tantamount to murder. The preservation of life has always been regarded as a cardinal value.

by Dovid Bashevkin

Jewish wisdom on how to get going when the going gets tough.

by Rabbi Pinchas Landis

A historical look of Jews and Christmas and the surprising origins of the greeting “Merry Christmas.”

by Rabbi Nechemia Coopersmith

Should we be disgusted by the idea of eating imitation pork?

by Tzvi Gluckin

The Torah isn't talking about punitive damages; it’s speaking of compensatory, or monetary damages.

by Dr. Yvette Alt Miller

5 facts about this curious term

by Tzvi Gluckin

Blind faith is not a Jewish idea.

by Tzvi Gluckin

Wrong. That’s an urban legend.