Throwback Thursday to 2014 post about If Not Now Tisha B’Av service in Brooklyn, protesting Israel’s war in Gaza, with thoughts on responding to the crisis today.
Theodore Meir Bikel, z”l, human being extraordinaire, actor, singer, activist, and peace pioneer died on July 21, 2015 at the age of 91. May his
עז והדר לבושה ותשחק ליום אחרון She is garbed in strength and glory; she laughs until the last day. (Proverbs 31:25) It is difficult to
The author explains the values behind Rabbi Brant Rosen’s new community, Tzedek Chicago, and why he is excited to take part.
When I started working for Hillel in 2002, there was a lot I didn’t understand about the landscape of Jewish education. It may be relevant
After a long day at work I logged on to Facebook for a daily dose of baby pictures and puppy videos. I was smacked with countless
Tonight begins the Hebrew month of Av, about which the Mishna teaches, “When Av enters, we diminish our joy — משנכס אב, ממעטין בשמחה” (Ta’anit
If you’ve heard of Rabbi Brant Rosen, chances are that you know about his vocal and principled stance on the Israeli-Palestinian conflict. Rosen has been
Form inspired by Patricia Smith’s “What It’s Like to Be a Black Girl (For Those of You Who Aren’t)“ First, it’s like knowing the answer
Today a provider of post-Birthright programs called on alumni to oppose today’s historic Iran deal. And this isn’t their first time promoting extreme views.