Why Did Moses Have to First Fail Before God Freed the Jews in Egypt?

Every Last Crumb

On Passover, the tiniest amount of chametz is prohibited to teach us how important everything, even what seems so small, truly is.

Anti-Fragility: The Jewish People’s Resilience During Dark Times

Major setbacks in Jewish history proved to be the springboard for extraordinary new adventures in Jewish spirit and creativity.

 

The Passover Seder: Why All Those Fours?

A deep dive into the meaning behind Passover's number fours: the four questions, four cups of wine, and the four sons in the Haggadah.

Passover’s Message to Iran, Hamas and You

The Jewish People are a nation of miracles.

Raise a Glass to Freedom

Passover connects Jews through the ages and around the globe by retelling the Jewish People’s ongoing story.

 

My Heroic Son Was Killed by Hamas

Daniel Perez fought valiantly on October 7th.

Iran’s Attack on Israel

We thank the Almighty, working through the IDF, for protecting the Jewish people from the massive attack from Iran.

The Real Story of Moses

Don’t just rely on the Netflix series. This deep dive into Moses provides a more accurate picture of the Jewish people’s greatest leader.

Fixing the Brokenness

Poignant moments during the Seder where you can directly address the current difficult situation the Jewish People is facing.

Passover’s 7 Steps to Personal Freedom

How to break free from your internal subjugation.

The Intense Antisemitism of Haman, Hitler and Hamas

The greater evil always attacks the greater good.

Jewish Geography

Who Are Ashkenazi Jews?

Ashkenazi Jews account for about 70 percent of Jews worldwide. What are the origins, history, traditions, and foods of the largest Jewish community?

Judaism and the Solar Eclipse

What is the deeper meaning behind this natural phenomenon?

God, Give Me a Sign

I felt angry and alone, and begged God to give me a sign. Then the phone rang.

What Is the Jewish Bible?

How was the Tanach compiled, who wrote it, what is its theological significance, and do archeological finds support its historical claims?

Jewish Geography

Who Are Mizrahi Jews?

The Mizrahi, or Eastern, Jewish community is the most ancient Jewish diaspora community, with roots dating back to Biblical times. Today they make up about half of Israel’s Jewish population.

A Deeper Meaning Behind Covering Two Challahs on Shabbat

Symbols of our gratitude for God’s love.

What Is the Jewish Calendar?

The Jewish calendar is a sophisticated, accurate system that has been in use for millennia. It’s also an important tool for spiritual growth.

Sachertorte - Chocolate Cake

A famous Austrian cake with a layered Jewish history.

Jewish Kingdoms Throughout History

There have been several Jewish states inside and outside the Land of Israel during ancient times, some lasting for centuries, others for only a few years.

Hadas Loewenstern’s Ultimate Revenge

The young Israeli widow is on a mission to share her husband’s legacy with the world.

Rooted Wisdom: 5 Life Lessons Inspired by Trees

In honor of Tu B’Shvat, insights from trees.

7 Jewish Expressions to Start Using Today

These Hebrew phrases convey timeless Jewish principles.

How the Jews Changed the World

And we don’t even realize it.

The Truth about Religion: Using Evidence to Decide What to Believe

Religions tell stories about the world. We want to know if there is truth in those stories. How can we find this out?

Rabbi Benjamin Blech

The Passover Seder’s Most Important Idea

Passover celebrates the concept of a personal God who cares about us and is the ultimate director of history.

The Power of Women’s Leadership

Understanding the deeper connection between Miriam, Tu B'Shvat and celebrating the New Moon.

Chief Editor's Blog

10 Things to Love about Being Jewish

Now's the time to reassert your Jewish identity with increased pride and joy.

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