Posts Tagged: Guide for the Perplexed
Atheism and Judaism
For many years, I have instinctively believed that atheism thrived in the ancient world. I have relied on this idea when teaching about aspects of...
Holiness and Childbirth
The sidrot (Torah portions) of Tazria and Metsorah contain laws which are among the most difficult to understand. They are about conditions of "impurity" arising...





Israel Braces for Hostile US Congress After Democratic Midterm Sweep; Opposition Blames Netanyahu
Moderates Carry Much of Democratic Gains in US Elections, Giving Hope to Israel Supporters
We Studied AIPAC; I Left Class Thinking About Qatar
Dutch Mayor Reverses Cancellation of Exhibition Marking 300th Anniversary of Historic Synagogue
Palestinian Authority Marks Balfour Declaration Anniversary by Teaching Children That Israel Must Disappear



