Judaism

Most Jewish medical ethicists have taken a generally positive attitude toward assisted reproductive tech, even as they impose restrictions on its use.

Bay area Jews have a hidden cultural history to explore.

Sitting around a Thanksgiving table and admiring the trait of gratitude feels deeply religious and is fully consonant with our own value system.

Rabbi Jonathan Sacks: ‘Serenity in the face of death came from profound tranquility in the face of life’

In this discourse on the meaning of the word “toldot,” our default is applying it in anthropocentric terms. But is that correct?

Both Isaac and Rebekah prayed to have children, and yet it does not say “and the Lord accepted their prayer.” It was only Isaac’s prayer that was accepted. Why?

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What exactly is the Jewish holiday of Sigd about? What are its origins? How is it celebrated in Ethiopia and Israel? And should all Jews celebrate it?

“We’re taking baby steps, who would have dreamt that there would be kosher bagels in Qatar?" said Rabbi Marc Schneier, adding that Qataris “have absolutely no problem with any type of kosher food.”

Abraham's story begins when God tells him to go forth for himself to the land that God will shown him, and he goes.