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  • Are Dangerous Sports Like Football and Wrestling Kosher?Does the possibility of serious brain injury (CTE) mean that playing in the NFL isn’t kosher? Read More
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G‑d Is Not a Thing
The other day I realized that I hadn't seen G-d in quite a while -- probably not since childhood... Where did I misplace Him?
By Tzvi Freeman
Take the Deborah Quiz
Test your knowledge of Deborah, the prophetess and judge.
By Menachem Posner
11 Things Jews Do to Remember the Holy Temple
As we mark the Nine Days, let’s explore 11 ways Jews remember the Temple, its rituals, and its destruction throughout the year.
By Yehuda Altein
Are Dangerous Sports Like Football and Wrestling Kosher?
Does the possibility of serious brain injury (CTE) mean that playing in the NFL isn’t kosher?
By Yehuda Shurpin
Iceland Gets Its First Jewish Center
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