“If antisemitism is a fact, then what can we do about it?,” Rabbi Diana Fresko writes. “Historically, there are three options: Stay and fight, leave and rebuild, or do nothing.”
- Being JewishTime for a Reassessment Among Jewish Americans
“If antisemitism is a fact, then what can we do about it?,” Rabbi Diana Fresko writes. “Historically, there are three options: Stay and fight, leave
Being JewishIsrael’s Other Secret WeaponIsrael’s secret weapon, Golda Meir once said, is that “we have no place else to go.” But there’s another tool in our arsenal: community.
Israel’s secret weapon, Golda Meir once said, is that “we have no place else to go.” But there’s another tool in our arsenal: community.
On Tisha B’Av, Remembering Divisions That DestroyIn Israel and the United States, the greatest threat Jews face is the tendency to create divisions and look at brothers and sisters as others.Reform Judaism 101—Onlineby Amy KleinThis spring, the Union for Reform Judaism launched its first online Introduction to Judaism course, a 21-week class. The next session will begin in the fall.‘Needlework Is Tactile Prayer’by Libby BarneaExpressing Jewish thought and belief through weaving, quilting, crocheting and other needle arts is the motivational heart of the Pomegranate Guild of Judaic Needlework.Q&A with Mayim BialikThe popular television actress and neuroscientist talks about her latest book, parenting and celebrating Jewish holidays like Passover as a vegan.Taking off the Mask at PurimUnmasking ourselves and living our truth is a core lesson of Purim as well as a tenet of diversity, especially in regards to inclusion of the LGBTQ community.Hebrew Bible as Guide for Our Nation’s Founders and LeadersWith a new president sworn in on January 20, the Bible calls to us with clarity and urgency, reminding us of our nation's core values.Mussar: Jewish Spirituality for the Modern WorldIn the United States, mussar is being taught in synagogues across the Jewish spectrum as well as at nontraditional settings, like a women’s prison and a yoga studio.Spreading Light at Hanukkah“Let there be light!” resounds as we add a candle each night of Hanukkah to increase the light on our menorahs—and in the world.