We must build a better world. This ideal seems quaint and hopelessly out of reach. The world around us raises constant reminders of the distance
I have toured many cities and parts of Eretz Yisrael: Teveria, Tzfas and the Chermon Mountain in the North; Ein Gedi, the Dead Sea, Mitzpeh
Parshat Terumah begins a series of five parshiot dedicated to planning/building the Mishkan. Towards the end of our parsha, we read about the altar, on
Judaism has a rich and storied tradition of philanthropy. As people of moral spirit, we venerate acts of charity and personal generosity. Avraham—the founder of
Project aims to bring meaning, understanding and joy to Tehillim. (Courtesy of OU Women’s Initiative) The Orthodox Union’s Women’s Initiative’s Torat Imecha daily learning program
How to give so that everyone truly benefits. With the holidays of Purim and Pesach fast approaching, we are often asked to give tzedaka during
Thin people might not understand the struggle of overweight people. Mild-mannered people might not appreciate the battle of those who are easily triggered. And naturally
If the Lakewood roshei yeshiva are doing it already, we might as well be learning the halachos of it. Below, find a brief overview of
The very last pasuk of last week’s parsha says, “You shall not ascend My altar on steps, so that your nakedness will not be uncovered
Powerful people exercise control over others that obscures their view of God. Good people employ kindness and respect, and marshal their resources to highlight God’s
Parshas Mishpatim begins by discussing the laws of a Hebrew slave. At the end of six years, he has the opportunity to go free. However,
The well-known explanation for parshat Mishpatim—following the revelation at Har Sinai—is so we learn that even seemingly secular laws were given on the mountain and
