The concept of illuminating the nations of the world was always envisioned as one of prophetic destiny rather than real ...

As we begin the new Torah cycle, let’s take a moment to contemplate the deeper purpose of Torah. Some may refer to the Torah as a history book; others may think of it as a book of law or a source of ...

In some circles, it is assumed that the laws of kashrut (the dietary laws) are related to health. While there may be some truth to this argument, it is not a central factor. The Torah states that the ...

Rabbi Yonah Gross of Congregation Beth Hamedrosh in Wynnewood believes that helping people understand Jewish law, not just as a list of do’s and don’ts but as a part of a Masora tradition, is an ...

It was good to see the Nov. 10 Metro coverage of "Etz Hayim," Conservative Judaism's new chumash (Torah commentary), but I was disappointed in the tone of the article. It gave the impression that the ...

It was Simchat Torah, a Jewish holiday that celebrates the completion of the annual cycle of the reading of the Torah. The reading then begins again on the same day and is cause for joyous celebration ...