By Nicole Brackman Issue of Nov. 21, 2008 / 23 Cheshvan 5769 The recent Jerusalem mayoral election may mark a turning point in Israeli politics — the public splintering of the … more

A New History of the Great Depression by Amity Shlaes Reviewed by Alan Jay Gerber Issue of Nov. 21, 2008 / 23 Cheshvan 5769 With the economic situation deteriorating each day, anything … more

By Rabbi Avi Billet Issue of Nov. 21, 2008 / 23 Cheshvan 5769 How old was Rivka when she was discovered by Avraham’s servant and brought to Canaan to marry Yitzchak? You are a … more

An historical account by Sir Martin Gilbert Reviewed by Alan Jay Gerber Issue of Nov. 14, 2008 / 17 Cheshvan 5769 Last week marked the 70th anniversary of Kristallnacht. On the nights … more

By David Seidemann Issue of Nov. 14, 2008 / 17 Cheshvan 5769 Wrap your mind around this concept. Our Sages tell us that genetics is a two-way street. Not only do we contain the genetic … more

By Roy S. Neuberger Issue of Nov. 14, 2008 / 17 Cheshvan 5769 I believe that we are entering a period of history in which we must be very cautious. During the month of Cheshvan, the flood … more

In its purest form, the human spirit of inquiry is a holy thing. According to the renowned 12th century Jewish thinker Maimonides, … more

A late endorsement To the Editor: I don’t know if I have been placed under a cheirem or nidui, but I have riled up a well-attended Jewish news group on the Internet, including the … more

Childlike Innocence By Rabbi Avi Billet Issue of Nov. 14, 2008 / 17 Cheshvan 5769 The banishment of Yishmael and Hagar leaves a bad taste in one’s mouth. How could Sarah justify … more

By Rabbi Avi Billet Issue of Nov. 7, 2008 / 9 Cheshvan 5769 When we were first introduced to Noach last week, we were told that he was righteous and “Tamim,” perfect or complete. … more