Shabbat

How Koby Aflalo's Shabbat brings him closer to his family, his faith, and himself

For Israeli singer Amir Benayoun, Shabbat is a day of contrasts—soul-searching and joy, quiet study and family connection—all wrapped into one perfect whole.

When and how to light, the blessings, who is obligated, and the deeper spiritual significance of this cherished Jewish mitzvah

In an always-on world, one day each week opens a different kind of space: less striving, more presence, deeper connection to the people around us, to ourselves, and to what truly matters.

When a daughter planned to marry outside the faith, Rabbi Steinman gave advice that led to a completely unexpected outcome

Hello Rabbi, is it permissible or forbidden to brush teeth and/or cut nails on Shabbat? Thank you very much.

Hello, I wanted to know which is more important, or which has greater importance: Shabbat or Yom Kippur? And if Shabbat is more important, why is Yom Kippur not postponed when it falls on Shabbat? Tha...

Hello. I just wanted to know whether, in order to preserve shalom bayit, one should give up observance of Shabbat. My partner does not keep Shabbat, and I do, and this is preventing us from being toge...

Rabbi Reuven Lauffer continues exploring Shabbat morning, focusing on the significance of the Torah reading and communal prayer experience.