Talmud

Who were Eldad and Meidad, and why did their quiet humility earn them lasting spiritual greatness? A look at the Midrashic and Talmudic traditions surrounding their story.

How did ancient Israel respond to accidental tragedy? This article examines the cities of refuge and the Torah’s approach to accountability, protection, and moral responsibility.

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

Ancient rabbinic teachings on the first 40 days of pregnancy offer a surprising convergence between Torah wisdom and contemporary science

What the Sages knew about bees, enzymes, and purity — long before laboratories existed

Context, sources, and misconceptions about rabbinic texts, idolatry, and righteous non-Jews

How the Talmud, Kabbalah, and Jewish Thought address the “why” of creation beyond scientific observation

True holiness does not begin with grand ideals, but with everyday responsibility. This article explores how respecting others’ property, avoiding harm, and living with awareness of Hashem transforms ordinary behavior into authentic spiritual growth.

Rabbi Yitzchak Batzri on practical Kabbalah, common myths, and women studying Torah and Kabbalah

How Daniel Bomberg’s vision and dedication gave us the page layout we still use

According to ancient Jewish wisdom, the true Messiah will discern truth through smell — a spiritual sense that perceives the essence of the soul beyond sight and sound

Surprisingly, King Henry VIII of England, who reigned about 500 years ago, possessed a rare and ornate set of the Talmud Bavli—an exquisite first edition by Bomberg—safely stored in royal archives. But why did King Henry VIII need a Talmud?

How one of the great Amoraim of Babylonia balanced Torah leadership, business acumen, and family legacy

How did a child who knew nothing about Torah study become a techie developing brilliant software for dividing Talmudic texts? Developer Ohad Kimchi shares his journey that led to this unique project.