Judaism

Stability, patience, and determination balanced with faith, flexibility, and the courage to grow beyond the comfort zone

Secular friends saw him as an outsider, the working and learning youth movement feared him, but Aharon Ariel continued to seek the truth until he fully returned to faith. Today, he manages Jewish communities worldwide and is confident: "Our Torah is deeper than any philosophy book, it contains everything."

From covenant to consequence, Shabbat is far more than a day of rest. It's the heartbeat of Jewish identity and faith

Rabbi Yom Tov Gindi lost his sight about 12 years ago, but this doesn't stop him from dedicating all his time to translating Rabbi Saadia Gaon's commentary into Arabic and Hebrew. "It all began in my childhood in Aleppo, Syria," he reveals.

Learn how names affect the soul, what letters reveal, and why choosing a good name matters

What motivates an 83-year-old non-observant man to distribute Hidabroot newsletters at so many synagogues? And how is it possible that all five of his children became observant?

She tucked her son into bed, went about her evening—until a soft, unexpected voice from the kitchen made her pause...

On his last day in Japan, Shagai Yehuda Ben Simon was arrested and taken into custody. It was there that he found himself praying with a small Book of Psalms, speaking to Hashem, and keeping kosher. After the judge sentenced him to another year in jail, a transformation began. "Hashem told me 'Stop,' leading me to change my entire approach to life."

Engaging stories and top videos of the week, featuring inspiring interviews and surprising financial blessings.

How jealousy awakens divine judgment, why modesty attracts blessing, and practical Torah-based methods for spiritual protection

How a Roman prince became a devout Jew, reshaped Jewish learning, and left behind an important translation still studied today

The rabbi's answer that reframed the way we think about holiness, identity, and freedom

From a Travel to Africa to a Spiritual Journey: The Inspiring Story of Chaim Eran Gutsman

A surprising parable to explain why many people reject Judaism without ever truly experiencing its depth, beauty, and authenticity.

Yaakov Tzvi Gruner was only 8 when the Nazis invaded Poland, thrusting his life into danger. After his family was murdered, he escaped to a church, where he grew up and eventually became a priest. This week, he passed away, leaving one request: "To be buried as a Jew." Rabbi Shalom Malul, who was close to him in recent years, reveals his poignant story.

"I knew it would be an immense and demanding task, but I still didn't grasp what I'd gotten myself into": Dror Yahav, the principal writer at the "70 Tough Questions in Judaism" website, charts the journey from that brainstorming session in 2019 to the launch of the new site.

Yitzhak Pintosevich: From World-Class Runner to Respected Coach

From Hollywood success to spiritual rebirth at Rachel's Tomb, Yosef Soker shares his journey of returning to Judaism in honor of Rachel Imenu's yahrzeit.

A Jewish mother whispered a prayer for her son—and Hashem sent a traveling businessman to bring a Bar Mitzvah to life.

After leading a successful career as a photographer, accompanying political campaigns, and reaching the pinnacle of success, Kobi Klemenovitz decided to document Jews flying to Uman. This decision transformed his life, and now he shares his fascinating story.