Jewish Ethics

Photo animation from Hanan Harchol "The Importance of HAPPINESS during Challenging Times"
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The Importance of HAPPINESS during Challenging Times

Hanan Harchol
We present these animation and study guides on happiness during challenging times, aware that this topic may feel difficult or inappropriate for many. And yet, our tradition frequently acknowledges that as a community and as individuals, we often hold more than one emotion at any given moment.
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Jewish Ethics

Staying Connected with Our Loved Ones Even When we Disagree 

Rabbi Toby H. Manewith
Rachel Margolis, RJE
Hamas’ brutal attack on Israel on October 7th and Israel’s ongoing response has stirred emotions both within and outside the Jewish community. Over the next weeks, as family and friends gather for holiday celebrations, there may be differences of opinion. Here are a few tips from Jewish sources to help maintain loving relationships while disagreeing.
an animation from Hanan Harchol of two guys laying down with their arms behind their heads
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Awe: What Does Judaism Teach Us?

Hanan Harchol
Jewish Food for Thought is a series of animations that distill Jewish teachings into a form that is accessible, entertaining, funny, and fresh. Created by Hanan Harchol, with study guides authored by Rabbi Leora Kaye, the project is funded by The Covenant Foundation, with fiscal sponsorship by The Foundation for
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Jewish Ethics

Justice/Charity/Tzedakah

Hanan Harchol
Hanan Harchol's new animation, "Justice/Charity/Tzedakah," is part of Jewish Food For Thought: The Animated Series -- a collection of animated conversations that explore Jewish teachings on themes such as forgiveness, love, and gratitude. In these animations, Hanan impersonates the voices of his mother and father, z"l.
clasped hands representing Jewish value of caring for others in need
Jewish Ethics

How to Be Truly Caring to People in Need

Rabbi Sandi Intraub
We all want to show our love, concern and support to our friends and neighbors in need, in the ways that will be welcome and helpful. Indeed, we know that it is a mitzvah (sacred obligation) in Judaism to visit the sick and console the bereaved. And, while we have these mitzvot, Judaism also outlines specific rules and boundaries to make sure we respect the needs and dignity of the people we are helping.