Science and Torah

From ancient myths to the teachings of the Zohar, the debate over the Earth’s shape reveals a fascinating intersection of history, science, and Jewish wisdom that still sparks discussion today.

Explore the Torah’s precise rule about kosher fish, its practical implications, and why even modern science has yet to contradict this ancient principle

Discover how early Jewish sources describe a mysterious force resembling radiation long before modern science uncovered its existence

Explore how the Midrash’s description of the sun’s “sheath” connects with modern astronomy, from the photosphere and corona to the radiation shielding that makes life on Earth possible

Explore what SETI, NASA, modern astronomy, and physics reveal about the possibility of alien life, UFOs, and whether intelligent beings beyond Earth could truly exist

Hidden for centuries, Isaac Newton’s personal theological notes reveal a startling prophecy about the year 2060 and the future of the world

A workplace challenge sparks a deeper look at faith, logic, and the powerful evidence for a Creator in the world around us.

The science behind gold-absorbing plants and the ancient sources that seem to describe this phenomenon

Scientific research and ancient Kabbalistic wisdom reveal how colors shape human emotions, behavior, and spiritual energy

Discover how the Talmud’s calculation of the lunar cycle closely matches modern scientific measurements and what this reveals about the Hebrew calendar and Torah wisdom

From Talmudic stories to modern research, discover the fascinating insights about fetal awareness in Jewish tradition

From the Drake Equation to modern astronomy, scientists search for alien life while Jewish sources suggest that life may exist only on Earth

From sterile surgical rooms to boiling liquids to kill germs, ancient Jewish sources contain striking medical insights

Lunar research suggests the Moon is cooling and shrinking. Jewish tradition described a diminished Moon centuries ago

A closer look at why Torah study focuses on meaning and ethics while science explores the physical world

Jewish tradition and modern science tell very different stories about the age of the Earth. This article looks at how scientists measure time, where assumptions shape conclusions, and how Jewish thought views the question.

How Rabbi Acha’s explanation aligns with physics — and what it reveals about blessings, creation, and spiritual causality