Battle Fatigue

Mr. Irrelevant: Brock Purdy Is the Real Winner of the Super Bowl

The power of surrender and knowing your place in the universe.

Homemade Kiortosh

The Hungarian dessert that spread across Israel.

Bob Dylan & Israel, The Neighborhood Bully

It may not be his best song, but Dylan’s 1983 song about Israel is surprisingly resonant today.

Inside the IDF’s Women’s Casualty Treatment Unit

The IDF Rabbinate created a unit in which women would assist in the identification process and burial preparation for a female fallen soldier. Then Oct 7th happened.

Hamas Must Surrender or Be Eliminated

A two-state solution will not emerge while so many Palestinians still reject the existence of a Jewish state.

Yemenite Soup Recipe

A hearty flavorful beef soup perfect for Shabbat.

Jewish Cyclist Cancelled from Women’s Day Event

Pro-Palestinian activists objected to Leah Goldstein’s motivational speech since she served in the IDF 30 years ago. Instead of hate, the legendary athlete is focusing on peace and positivity.

Naomi's Zucchini Kugel

A crowd-pleasing kugel with zucchini and mushrooms.

Meat Couscous

Syrian hashing made easy, perfect for a weeknight dinner.

Israeli Eggplant Boats

A delicious and beautiful combo of eggplant and meat with an Israeli flare.

Family-Friendly Recipes for the Jewish Home Cook

A cookbook review of Marblespoon At Home by Vera Newman.

Tetzaveh 5784: Where is God?

Word Power

In 17th Century Venice, A Female Jewish Literary Sensation

Sarra Copia Sullam was a famous Jewish writer at a time women and Jews were marginalized.

Sara Yoheved Rigler

Alexei Navalny: What Was the Source of His Courage?

After surviving an assassination attempt, the dissident returned to Russia where he knew he’d be arrested and likely killed. Why?

Combating the Stigma of Mental Illness

Mental illness is a disease, not a choice. Shame, denial, and superficial advice are not solutions.

7 Ways to Happy Parenting

Because happiness starts at home.

What Makes Food Kosher?

A basic primer on Judaism’s laws of keeping kosher.

A Deeper Meaning Behind Covering Two Challahs on Shabbat

Symbols of our gratitude for God’s love.

Who Was King Herod the Great?

How controversial leader became king of the Jews and built a massive empire.

 

Pleasure, Desires and Achieving True Happiness

Understanding the clash of desires and pleasures in our pursuit for true happiness.

How to Know You’ve Met the Person You Should Marry

Here’s my time-tested recipe to know you’ve found The One.

 

Lessons of the Lost Ark

Keep growing.

Combating Antisemitism: A Frank Conversation with Ambassador Deborah Lipstadt

What can be done about the rise of antisemitism.

Jewish Deli Roll

A modern traditional dish you are going to love!

An Open Letter to Taylor Swift

I trust that your silence regarding the hostages is due to not knowing the facts. But you cannot afford the luxury to remain ignorant on this critical matter.

18 Categories of Gratitude to Transform Your Marriage

I knew that gratitude could make me happy, but I didn’t realize the impact my gratitude could have on my spouse.

Vegetarian Harira Soup

Moroccan lentil soup bursting with flavor.

Terumah 5784: One Nation, One Heart

Jewish Bow Tie Cookies (Egg Kichel)

Nostalgic Jewish cookies.

Praying in Holy Places

Success Is In Trying

Coco Chanel and The Jews

The famed designer was a vicious anti-Semite and Nazi collaborator.

7 Ways to Add Flavor with Harissa: A Spicy Condiment Journey Through Time

The spicy history of Harissa.

 

How to Find Balance in Life

In a world filled with constant demands, finding harmony between career, personal growth, and self-care is an essential pursuit.

 

Love in Judaism

What's love got to Jew with it? 

Jewish Roots in Psychology: From Freud to the Modern Era

Why have so many Jewish psychologists been pioneers in the field of psychology?

Valentine’s Day Difficult History with Jews

The history of Valentine’s Day shows there’s more to the day than greetings cards, flowers and chocolate – and some good reasons why it’s been avoided by many Jews.

 

Is There A Doctor in the House?

A shout out to some important people.

The Grammys’ Tribute to the Victims of the Nova Music Festival

I am grateful that they addressed the atrocity, but here’s why it was woefully inadequate in truly honoring those murdered and advocating for the hostages.

Homemade Harissa

Hot chili pepper paste from North Africa.

Fighting Antisemitism at Columbia Just Got Harder

At Columbia Law School, only one student club was rejected this year — the one formed to oppose antisemitism.

Bob Marley’s Songs of Freedom

The music legend wrote some of the most unabashedly religious and spiritual lyrics the rock world ever heard.

 

Rights And Obligations

The Torah isn't about rights. It’s about obligations.

Christian Dior and the Jews

The true story behind Apple TV’s new series about the fashion designer’s actions during and after WWII.

The Secret to Perfectly Crispy Falafel

An exclusive cookbook review of Falafel by Dunja Gulin

Greek-Style Falafel Fritters

Zucchini falafel with a Mediterranean flare.

BBQ Falafel Croquettes

A baked BBQ-flavored take on falafel.

Gram Flour and Harissa Patties

A quick and easy take on falafel.

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