Jewish Identity and Thought

19/01/2026

The Tenth of Tevet: Solemn Reflection is Appropriate

Tevet is one of four months in the Hebrew calendar that lacks a Jewish Holiday. It is still winter in the Northern Hemisphere: short, cold days and gloomy weather. No wonder that our sages dedicated the 10th day to mourning and fast.

11/09/2023

Repentance and Forgiveness – Two Sides of One Coin: Reframing the Past and Changing the Future

Rosh HaShanah, Jewish New Year, calls to examine our actions during the past year, make amends and promise not to repeat mistakes. This process is called Teshuvah, repentance.

21/06/2023

Translations of the Hebrew Bible – How Accurate Are They?

The Hebrew Bible, Tanach, is accessible only to few because of its language. Translations are necessary to make it available to humanity at large. The gains benefited come with some costs…

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