Is The Torah Against Women’s Pictures?
Print media may publish modest pictures of men and women; they may not publish immodest pictures or pictures of modestly dressed people posed in a provocative manner. The underlying question remains, "Who defines standards of modesty? Who determines what is considered provocative?"
Elena Baron, Candidate For Civil Court Judge, Visits The Jewish Press
Baron, an active participant in Jewish life, gives tzedakah generously and volunteers to fund and feed the Jewish poor, and the elderly.
Mementos From An Exiled Generation
Each montage is profoundly different, reflecting the vastly distinctive experiences of the Jewish people.
Smores Pie
I tried to think of a way I could serve them on Shabbos afternoon, without the mess and the heat.
Mindshift: Fake It Until You Make It… Great!
Many people who switch careers in the middle of their lives feel that they are fakes, and this feeling is labeled - the imposter syndrome.
Our Core
Ultimately, the foundation of our national identity must be bonded with the Temple and the Temple Mount. We do not have anything else to bond with
Reflections On A Disastrous Month
Netanyahu hopes never to revisit a 30days like the month that just concluded.
Want Peace? Use Taylor Force To Call Palestinian Bluff
The PA has created a set of financial incentives that not only gives Palestinians a reason to commit terror, but convinces them that only by committing a truly serious offense involving bloodshed will they ensure their families are provided with enough to live comfortably.
Rosalie Silberman Abella: Passionate Fighter for Justice
Justice Abella has achieved a number of "firsts" in her life.
On The Bookshelf
Omitting imaginary books like How Jewish Unity Became a Reality During the 21st Century, I think I’d really like to read the definitive epic saga of the teshuvah movement of the second half of the twentieth century.
Dear Dr. Yael
Ultimately we don't truly understand Hashem's plan. All we can do is our hishtadlus.
Business Success 101
With the warm reception they had received in Manchester, and with both Aaron and Rivka preferring quieter areas and smaller communities to the hustle and bustle of London, they decided to move there.
Media Yawn As California Imams Say ‘Annihilate’ The Jews
It must be noted that these anti-Semitic imams have been presented in some media circles as victims, not persecutors.
Can A Conservative Conduct An Orchestra?
Invited to conduct a superb orchestra at the Disney Hall was a great honor of my life. However, a few members of the orchestra, supported by some city officials, decided to lead a campaign to have me disinvited solely because of my political views
The Important Things In Life
Eternal wisdom from Rebbetzin Jungreis, a”h on achieving a more meaningful existence.
Solar Eclipse
Of the travesties listed in the Gemara the one that is most obviously becoming more rampant is mishkav zachor.
Restore Our Judges Of Old (Sanhedrin 2a)
Cases involving fines and punitive damages, kenas, required a court of three judges ordained with authentic semicha.
Q & A: Praying In Other Languages (Part IX)
Question: When reciting a berachah in English, does a person fulfill his obligation if he says “Hashem” instead of “L-rd” or “G-d”?
Yosef
Revoking The Testimony Of Witnesses (Siman 75:25)
This will render any note the plaintiff may subsequently produce null and void...
Waiving Your Rights
Such a document is legally binding, said Mr. Cohen, but I'm not sure that it's halachically binding.
Earning A Living: The Great Life Test
We know Hashem metes out many life tests. But where have we seen that not having to struggle is a challenge?
A Funny Thing Happened To Me On The Way To Sheva Brachos
Rain can happen at any time. It’s a mere coincidence taking place just to send shivers up my spine.
On Not Responding To Trolls
Regardless of the format employed, 'Trolls' often hide their real identity and write and speak aggressively. Regardless of the format employed, 'Trolls' often hide their real identity and write and speak aggressively.
1942: Jewish Ballplayers Go To War
While American Jews were leaving the baseball field for military bases, Jews on the other side of the ocean were being targeted by the Nazis.