Chabad of Palos Verdes

The Quest for SelfUnlike mice, maple trees and angels, who are content to be what and where they are, the human being... Read More
Hats In Kovno, Matches in Kievthe factory burned down and I was left with no income. My poor wife lay ill in bed, too weak to go... Read More
The Power of One“I multiplied Abraham’s seed, and gave him Isaac.” How is the birth of one son the fulfillment of... Read More
Rich in Jewish History, Malta Gets Its First Luxury MikvahCommunity once used stone shelters just steps from the sea Read More
The Lubavitcher Rebbe on EvolutionHow the Lubavitcher Rebbe approached the perceived conflict between Torah and evolutionary... Read More

Weekly Magazine

20 Facts About Jewish Circumcision Everyone Should Know

Circumcision on the eighth day of a baby boy’s life has been part of Judaism since the dawn of our peoplehood. Learn 20 facts about this ritual that is so central to Jewish life.

By Menachem Posner

Why Can Mere Humans “Bless” G‑d?

What exactly are we saying? I can understand blessing people, but does G‑d, the Creator and Master of all, really need our blessing?

by Yehuda Shurpin

What Is Schmaltz?

In the parlance of American entertainment, which was built on the foundation of Yiddish theater, schmaltz came to refer to drippy, over-the-top dramatization.

I’m Too Sensitive

Be proud of your sensitive nature. It helps you be intuitive, empathic and kind.

By Rosally Saltsman

Do the (Spiritual) Math

The journey of actualization is to break free of limitations.

By Hanna Perlberger