In the Torah, in the prophecy of Bilaam, Israel is described as a nation which shall dwell alone. This, however, does not mean that Israel is to keep itself isolated from mankind. As Rabbi Yehuda ...

There are two parts to the commandment of Torah study: the first is to know the Torah’s instructions for guiding one’s life.

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Hadar Institute, the intellectually and spiritually intense traditional egalitarian organization that works to provide learning and model practice to enhance Jewish community and life, includes a ...

The Torah establishes lending to family and friends as both a moral obligation and a practical expression of community responsibility. These teachings create a framework that prioritises helping ...

The concept of illuminating the nations of the world was always envisioned as one of prophetic destiny rather than real obligation, a promise deferred to some vague, distant future or to messianic ...

One of the core teachings in Torah portion Massei (the second of our double-portion) is the concept of the “cities of refuge” that will be established in the land (Numbers 35:9-34). The Cities of ...

Over and above the spiritual and ritual laws of the Torah, there are themes of leadership that run through all five books, sometimes overtly and sometimes subtly. An obvious example are the chapters ...

In light of recent events that highlight those who face mental health challenges, we may be wondering if there is a “Jewish spin” to this tragedy. What does the Torah teach us about sadness and ...