Judaism
'The Sacrificial Service': Leviticus has been mistranslated for centuries - review
The book grew out of courses the author taught, and covers Leviticus’ chapters 1 through 10.
What the Israelites' greatest failure can teach us about today's uncertainty - opinion
To save brit milah, it's time to end a controversial circumcision practice - opinion
Parashat Beha'alotcha: The courage to see beyond
The New Jewish Question - opinion
Zionism secured Jewish survival. Survival is no longer the crisis. Legitimacy is. The future of Jewish sovereignty will not be decided by armies alone, but by whether Jews know who they are.
Law of return reform reignites debate over Jewish identity in Israel - opinion
A controversial bill challenges the inclusivity of Israel’s Law of Return and sparks Diaspora tensions.
From Nicholas Donin to today: Jewish critics of Zionism, identity - opinion
From medieval disputations to today, a look at Jewish converts and their role in shaping criticism of Judaism and Zionism.
Proposed Law of Return amendment sparks debate over conversion standards in Israel
Religious coalition lawmakers frame the bill as a return to halachic conversion standards, while opponents say it would hand the religious establishment greater control over Jewish identity
'From Alienation to Monarchy': Ruth and the architecture of loving-kindness - book review
Yael Ziegler’s 'Ruth: From Alienation to Monarchy' is a 534-page book on a four-chapter megillah.
What's Israel’s role in Judaism? Zionists' duty is to know - opinion
People, leadership, and land are the three foundations of the Jewish nation; understanding how each of these pillars interacts with the others is key to understanding Israel's role for Jews
Why so many politicians hesitate to defend Jews against antisemitism - opinion
Leaders increasingly weigh tragedy through political cost, turning compassion into a calculated act.
How Shabbat became part of Trump's 250th US anniversary celebration - opinion
The elevation of Shabbat in America 250 prompts reflection on whether modern Jewish identity can survive without its traditional foundations.
Australia’s antisemitism inquiry should alarm every Jew - opinion
An Australian Royal Commission on antisemitism reveals a deeper crisis of antisemitism.
How Israel's creation mirrors Greek independence - and why it's overlooked - opinion
Both nations were born from diaspora nationalism and war that displaced populations, yet only Israel is endlessly questioned.
