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Israel at War
The World of the Mother of a Hamas Hostage

The Goldberg-Polins’ peace-loving son Hersh was last seen seriously wounded, being violently shoved into a Hamas pick-up truck near Kibbutz Re’im in southern Israel, with his dominant, left arm reduced to a bloody stump.
What I Told 1,200 Jewish Students Last Shabbat

Be Abraham. Take ownership. Shatter the narrative. Don’t let hatred define you.
The War in Israel Is Personal
A note from our Managing Editor.
By the Numbers
10 Chevra Kadisha Facts Every Jew Should Know

The volunteer service that gives honor to the deceased.
10 Questions: Take the Angels Quiz

From Lot's escape to Shabbat hymns: What do you know about angels?
Your Questions
Are Spouses Together in Heaven?

You’ll be with your spouse in heaven, but perhaps not in the way that you imagine.
Hebrew Word of the Week
What Can the Hebrew Word for “Philanthropy” Teach You?

Parshah
A Pillar of Salt

I read how Lot is saved and his wife turns into a pillar of salt. And I search to see my life in these words. I'd rather not see it, of course, as the connection is too intense, too real, too true
What to Do When Your Soul Runs Dry

Practical Insights on the Weekly Torah Portion from Rabbi Joshua B. Gordon.
Story
One who is pleasing to one's fellows, is pleasing to G-d. But one who is not pleasing to one's fellows, is not pleasing to G-d.
— Ethics of the Fathers 3:10