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Living With Fear

by Yael Ziman

History Crash Course #53: The Enlightenment

by Rabbi Ken Spiro

The Age of Reason gave Jews civil rights, but its emphasis on a Godless society was bound to backfire.

When Mommy Stopped Driving

by Sarah Shapiro

When the doctor delivered the news, we were abashed and afraid. How much time did we have?

To Work, Divine

by Eytan Kobre

Many of us walk around the workplace wishing we were elsewhere despite the fact that the work we do is deeply gratifying. What gives?

Thanksgiving Blessings

by Sherri Lederman Mandell

After losing my son, I began to understand what it means to be grateful.

Shootout in Gaza

Media reports of an IDF mission in Gaza don't seem to match the experience of a soldier who was there.

History Crash Course #52: The Hassidic Movement

by Rabbi Ken Spiro

Initially a movement largely of the poor and uneducated, Hassidism emphasized spirituality in everyday life.

The Jewish Ethicist: Protecting Oneself From Slander

by Rabbi Dr. Asher Meir, Business Ethics Center of Jerusalem

Where do you draw the line between self-defense and vindictiveness?

Dating Advice #86 - Parents at War

by Rosie Einhorn, L.C.S.W. and Sherry Zimmerman, J.D., M.Sc.

His parents are convinced the wedding should be cancelled, and they're going to war to prove it.

I'm So Tired

by Emuna Braverman

I have become an expert in tiredness, and I need at least nineteen more words to express all its different aspects.

Here Comes the Bride, No Stress in Sight

by Judy Gruen

Jewish traditions leading up to the wedding alleviate last-minute jitters.

My Better Half

by Jennifer M. Paquette

King Solomon had it easy. It's splitting the mother in half that causes real problems.

The Unbroken American Spirit

by Steve Freiman

A salute to generations of heroism and sacrifice.

The First Thanksgiving Proclamation

The words of the first president continue to deliver a poignant message for today.

Uncommon Inspiration

Dan Ciporin, the CEO of leading comparison-shopping site DealTime.com, earned his stripes in a refugee camp for Cambodian children.

History Crash Course #51: The Kabbalists

by Rabbi Ken Spiro

In the 16th century, the Israeli mountaintop town of Tzfat became the center of Jewish mysticism.

We Have Lost A Father

by Jonathan Rosenblum

The Jewish world lost one of its greatest leaders, Rabbi Shach, whose concern encompassed every Jew.

The Jewish Ethicist When Can I Hold On To Assets

by Rabbi Dr. Asher Meir, Business Ethics Center of Jerusalem

Dispute resolution - is it a threat or a promise?

The Jewish Ethicist Showing Mercy to No Shows

by Rabbi Dr. Asher Meir, Business Ethics Center of Jerusalem

Can I charge patients who cancel at the last minute?

Sara Yoheved Rigler

Terror First Hand

by Sara Yoheved Rigler

On a bus targeted by a terrorist, a 16-year-old girl faces death.

Is Stem Cell Research Ethical?

by Daniel Eisenberg, M.D.

Is the destruction of preexisting pre-embryos permitted for stem cell research?

World of Love #1 - Purpose of Creation

by Rabbi Aryeh Kaplan

God's motivation for creating the world sheds light on our own life goals.

Dating Advice #85 - Lack of Communication

by Rosie Einhorn, L.C.S.W. and Sherry Zimmerman, J.D., M.Sc.

Her boyfriend doesn't listen carefully enough, and she loses her cool. How can she keep control while getting her needs met?

The Jewish Haiku

by David Carasso

A creative writing class unexpectedly unlocks metaphysical mysteries.

The Jewish Ethicist Granting Forgiveness

by Rabbi Dr. Asher Meir, Business Ethics Center of Jerusalem

Sorry seems to be the hardest word.

Leaving Wall Street

Born to great wealth, Roy Neuberger spent his youth and early adulthood in a frustrating search for meaning in life. Until he began to explore Judaism's spiritual life.

The Time Bind

by Emuna Braverman

Would you rather spend your time at home or at the office?

Israel Now

by Tefilla Buxbaum

Is the future of American Jewry secure?

Two Parents, One Voice

by Rebbetzin Chana Heller

Presenting a united front and speaking to our children with one voice is essential for effective parenting.

History Crash Course #50: Reformation and the Jews

by Rabbi Ken Spiro

The Reformation exposed the corruption of the Church. For the Jews it meant more bad news.

Sara Yoheved Rigler

Real and Enduring Freedom

by Sara Yoheved Rigler

We can all become heroes.

Trembling Before G-d

by Am Echad Resources

A new film examines the dichotomy of the Orthodox homosexual.

History Crash Course #49: The Jews of Poland

by Rabbi Ken Spiro

King Boleslav of Poland invited the Jews, granting them unprecedented rights and privileges.

Climax of History - Current Events and Kabbalah: Part 3

by Rabbi Pinchas Winston

The flow of world events, highlighted by the September 11 attacks, point to the dramatic culmination of history.

Resurrecting an Ancient Face of Evil

by Suzanne Fields

Virulent anti-Semitism is alive and well, and proliferates across the Arab world.

5 Steps to a Great Marriage #5: Be Masters of Growth and Healing

by Rabbi Dov Heller, LMFT

A crucial task of marriage is to allow yourself to discover your weaknesses and take responsibility for working on and correcting them.

Defining and Defeating Terror

by Rabbi Noah Weinberg

The founder of Aish HaTorah lays out a 3-point plan to restore sanity and defeat the evil scourge.

Birthday for the Bereaved

by Sherri Lederman Mandell

The mother of a terror victim grapples with a meaningful way to commemorate her son's birthday.

Devaluing the Prize

This was not the year to recognize the United Nations and its secretary-general for their roles in "achieving peace and security in the world."

Sara Yoheved Rigler

The Day Rechavam Ze'evi Was Assassinated

by Sara Yoheved Rigler

For me, Wednesday, October 17, was a day that started in tragedy and ended in celebration.

The Jewish Ethicist: Intrusive Sales Pitches

by Rabbi Dr. Asher Meir, Business Ethics Center of Jerusalem

Is it unethical to slam the receiver on an annoying salesperson?

History Crash Course #48: The Inquisition

by Rabbi Ken Spiro

The Inquisition sought to expose Jews who converted to Christianity but were still secretly Jewish.

Dating Advice #83 - Too Good To Be True

by Rosie Einhorn, L.C.S.W. and Sherry Zimmerman, J.D., M.Sc.

Projecting an image that is too cool and successful, may send your dates running away.

Faith and the Mideast Problem

by Rabbi Noson Weisz

All leaders draw their power from faith. The only question is where that faith is directed. In times of national crisis, that decision is critically important.

Cancer's Surprising Gift

by Rabbi Shaul Rosenblatt

When my wife was diagnosed with cancer, something odd happened. Her anger at God went away.

The "Terrorist" Within

by Rebbetzin Feige Twerski

The war on terrorism needs to be waged on all fronts. We may not have the power to determine world policy, but we can take charge of our internal landscape.

Learning How To Speak To Generation X

by Gary Rosenblatt

Lack of knowledge and an ingrained sense of moral relativism make it difficult for Jewish college students to fully identify with Israel.

From the Desert to the Holy Land - Current Events and Kabbalah: Part 2

by Rabbi Pinchas Winston

The Jews in Moses' time chose the barren desert over the Holy Land. Jews today are faced with the same fateful decision.

Seeking Peace

by Rabbi Lord Jonathan Sacks

Let us say to our enemies: We do not seek our freedom at the cost of yours; therefore do not seek yours at the cost of ours.

Dating Advice #82 - Glaring Red Flags

by Rosie Einhorn, L.C.S.W. and Sherry Zimmerman, J.D., M.Sc.

He may be a narcissist, or a control freak. In the meantime, he treats her like a queen and she doesn't want it to end. What's the long-term prognosis?

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