Jewish Values

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An Open Letter to Those Who are Struggling with an Eating Disorder at Yom Kippur...

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Lucie Waldman

At Yom Kippur, we wish one another "a safe and easy fast," but for those of us with eating disorders, it will be neither safe nor easy. It will be dangerous, but more so detrimental.

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On Running Away, Returning, and Teaching the Story of Jonah

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Monica Steiner

We hear the story of Jonah on Yom Kippur, as an example of the power of repentance and redemption. But my favorite thing about this story is how perfectly messy it is to heed God's call.

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Act Now: 3 Vital Ways You Can Help Protect Our Democracy

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Barbara Weinstein

Deuteronomy 16:20 directs us: “Tzedek tzedek tirdof” – Justice, justice shall you pursue. The words remind us of the importance of ensuring justice itself is achieved through just means.

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3 Previously Frowned-Upon Behaviors to Embrace During the High Holidays at Home

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Rabbi Paul Kipnes

The new normal of distanced coronavirus kehilla t'filah (communal prayer) offers new ways to enhance your Home High Holidays. Consider these three previously banned behaviors to warm up your worship.

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When It Comes to Supporting Israel, We Can't Compromise Our Values

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Garrett Layton

As a young Reform Jewish leader, I have sought to foster critical discussions about individuals’ relationships with the Jewish state. But Israel’s detractors make no distinction between progressive and reactionary Zionism.