Does the Biblical Exodus Matter to Modern Jews?
Does the historical truth of the Biblical Exodus matter? Explore the conflict between archaeology and Jewish faith, memory vs. history
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Tefillin for Beginners: A Modern Guide to What, Why, and How
A beginner’s guide to tefillin: discover what they are, their spiritual meaning in Judaism, and a step-by-step guide on how to put them on for modern practice.
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What the Torah Says About Living in the Land of Israel
Explore the Torah’s teachings on living in the Land of Israel. Rambam vs Ramban debate, land-dependent mitzvot, and what Jewish movements say today
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When Lying Is a Mitzvah: Truth-Telling in Jewish Law
Discover when Jewish law permits or requires lying. Explore Torah wisdom on white lies, peace, and the surprising ethics of truth-telling in Judaism
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Why Pray When You Can Just Think Positive Thoughts?
Discover why Jewish prayer offers something positive thinking can’t. Explore how tefillah transforms you through relationship with the Divine beyond self-help
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Jewish Abortion Law: What Tradition Actually Teaches
Jewish abortion law isn’t what you think. Explore Torah, Talmud, and modern responsa showing why Judaism prioritizes the mother’s life.
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Can You Do Shabbat Halfway? A Modern Guide to Partial Observance
Can you keep Shabbat partially? Learn practical approaches to Shabbat observance that work for modern life while honoring Jewish tradition. Start where you are.
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When Jewish Tradition Feels Empty: A Modern Guide to Rediscovering Meaning
Feeling disconnected from tradition? Explore a Torah-based guide to finding deep Jewish meaning when rituals feel empty, with practical steps for all observance levels.
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King David: Good Man or Terrible King? A Jewish Perspective
Was King David a righteous hero or a terrible sinner? Explore the Jewish perspective on his complex legacy of leadership, failure, and the power of repentance (teshuva).
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The Torah and a Flat Earth: An Honest Jewish Guide to a Tough Question
Does the Torah say the earth is flat? Explore the honest Jewish perspective on cosmology, science, and faith, and learn how Judaism reconciles ancient texts with modern understanding
