Letting Go
Six years shall you sow your land and gather in its yield; but in the seventh you shall let it rest and lie fallow. Let the needy among your people eat of it, and what they leave let the wild beasts eat…
-Exodus 23:10-11
The Days of Awe, Community, and "Relational Judaism"
NFTY and BBYO: Two Movements, One Mission
Responding to Narrowness With Strength and Courage
Last night, in both Phoenix and Jerusalem, those who benefit most from the status quo rallied to defend it, vilifying those seeking change and social progress.
Request for Sudanese Rebels' Arrest Warrants a Step Toward Justice
Saperstein: “All those who threaten civilian safety in Darfur should be treated as criminals.”
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Be Happy, It's Adar!
This year, we celebrate the beginning of the month of Adar between “Shabbat Shekalim” and the Shabbat when we read the Torah portion “Truma” (donation). Shabbat Shekalim reminds us that each and every one of us has an equal share in the amazing challenge that is the State of Israel.
Reform Movement Joins Broad Coalition Expressing Concern about the Faith Based Initiative
Saperstein: We have been deeply concerned by the White House Office of Faith-Based and Community Initiatives’ detrimental effects on both religion and government since its inception.
Hiddush’s Newest Report Shows Overwhelming Support for Freedom of Expression
What are the Best Colleges for Jewish Students?
Headed to college this fall or thinking about what schools to apply to when the time comes? Either way, The Forward's first-ever college guide is a great place to start.
What's It Like to Be an Israeli Soldier at an American Summer Camp?
The madrichim are authority figures, to be sure, but their task pales in comparison to the army. It’s a huge cultural shift