Jewish Literature

Explore how the Jewish people commemorate past tragedies during the Three Weeks.

Explore Exodus's national narrative, Moses's character, and Egyptian society, with insights from Leon Kass's commentary, set to Paul Ben-Haim's music.

Dara Horn explores the Haggadah's theme of memory and its impact on identity, weaving it into her works, including her new graphic novel, One Little Goat.

Explore forgiveness in faith, its societal role, and limits amid moral challenges, with insights from theologians and recent global events.

Explore Esther's tale of survival, luck, and strategy with Ronna Burger, revealing insights on human success and Jewish resilience in the Diaspora.

Explore the historical debate on Jesus as the messiah and the intriguing journey of a Jewish convert in Cynthia Ozick's story with Jonathan Silver.

Explore the profound implications of Abraham's test in Genesis 22 with insights from scholar Jon D. Levenson and editor Jonathan Silver.

Explore S.Y. Agnon's profound Hebrew fiction, rich with Jewish text allusions, taught by Rabbi Saks, featuring music by Paul Ben-Haim.

Explore halakhah's role in Jewish life as Rabbi Mark Gottlieb and Chaim Saiman discuss its foundations and significance in Jewish tradition.

Explore how the Israelites' moral code, rooted in God's covenant, shaped civilization, contrasting with the Amalekites' violence in Exodus.

Rabbi Meir Soloveichik explores the Haggadah as a work of Jewish political thought, examining themes of freedom, law, and societal dreams.

Cynthia Ozick explores Edgardo Mortara's forced conversion and its haunting legacy, revealing deep theological and generational impacts.

Explore Maimonides' "The Guide of the Perplexed," revealing tensions between philosophy and law in Jewish life, with insights from Yehuda Halper.

Explore Maimonides' Hilkhot De’ot, revealing insights into moral psychology and the human condition, with Yehuda Halper and Jonathan Silver.

Explore Maimonides' Mishneh Torah with Yehuda Halper, revealing the scope of Torah study and its impact on Jewish law and philosophy.

Explore 2023's pivotal Jewish conversations on theology, politics, and art, featuring insights from scholars, artists, and strategists.

Dara Horn explores the unsettling role of Jews in Western conscience, revealing insidious aspects of historical acknowledgment and moral symbolism.

Explore Ruth's timeless themes of love, redemption, and legacy through Leon Kass's insights, shared with his granddaughter during a poignant journey.

Explore the creative fusion of Esther's story with superhero themes in a new graphic novel, featuring insights from former DC Comics editor Jordan B. Gorfinkel.

Explore the evolution of Jewish studies, its universal roots, and current ideological shifts with insights from Jonathan Silver and Joshua Karlip.

Explore modern Jewish life through expert insights on Ukraine's Jewish community, Israeli reforms, and more, featuring notable global voices.

Explore Jerusalem's spiritual and cultural significance with Rabbi Meir Soloveichik, delving into its history, symbols, and enduring impact.

Abraham Socher explores Jewish texts, communal affairs, and Western traditions, sharing insights from his new book with Jonathan Silver.

Explore how modern Jewish literature shapes culture and identity, as Ruth Wisse delves into its storytelling power and enduring dilemmas.

Explore pivotal Jewish life topics with diverse experts, from rabbis to tech CEOs, offering unique insights on enduring questions facing the Jewish community.

Explore Ecclesiastes with philosopher Peter Kreeft, revealing its honest insights into human nature and the futility of life's pursuits.

Dara Horn explores the unsettling role of Jews in Western conscience, revealing hidden insidiousness in historical acknowledgment and symbolism.

Cynthia Ozick explores Jewish identity and cultural integration through her novel "Antiquities," revealing deep ties to tradition and monotheism.

Michael Oren discusses how his diverse career in diplomacy, history, and fiction intertwines, serving Zionism and Israel's statehood.

Explore modern Jewish literature with Ruth Wisse, who shares her top picks for enriching reading during lockdowns, including works by Eliot and Aleichem.