Halacha
Unnecessary and cruel: Using chickens for kapparot on Yom Kippur violates Jewish values – opinion
The practice has invited widespread scrutiny, even from sages, over the inhuman treatment of livestock. Trigger warning: Some readers might find the disclosed descriptions disturbing
Is there a halachic basis to refuse to serve alongside a female paramedic? – opinion
Parashat Ki Tavo: The finest generation
Guarding our health is an act of Jewish responsibility - opinion
Halitza: The Jewish ritual for widows and how it is carried out in wartime - explainer
On an average year, it is estimated there are 15 to 20 such cases in Israel and a couple in the United States. During wartime, that number goes up.
Respecting our wives: Honoring ourselves
Following up on our Yom Kippur prayers – opinion
We need to remember the commitments we made on Yom Kippur every day, not just during the confessional.
Detailed Halachot of building a Sukkah
Rabbi Ido Pachter: Making a new tradition of Jewish law for modern Israel
Jerusalemite of the Week: Rabbi Ido Pachter of Beit Midrash LeMa'ase is attempting to reframe how we approach Jewish law to create something new: Halachat Yisraeli (Israeli Jewish law).
Navigating Halachic challenges in the Shofar blowing
What does Jewish law say about medical experimentation? - explainer
Generally, Halacha permits only medical interventions whose efficacy has been proven. Yet even with tested treatments, one cannot be sure that the intervention will succeed.
The Jewish state is bad for Jews: Jewish life in Israel is hijacked by cultists, politics - opinion
Religion has been hijacked by cultists with long white beards in long black coats, and they have sullied it. Politics and religion simply shouldn’t mix; the result is a toxic mess.
Step by Step: Exploring the concept of Techumim
Embracing diversity, love and respect despite our disagreements - opinion
In today's algorithm-driven world, we lose important, diverse experiences. With our already limited perspectives in society, open-mindedness and respect for other opinions is crucial.
