All Articles ByEran Ben Yishai

How King Shaul’s unfinished battle with Amalek led to Haman’s rise, the Persian plot to destroy the Jews, and the eternal lesson of Purim and Jewish survival

Discover how the Tanach is structured and why each section holds a unique level of holiness. This clear guide explains the roles of Torah, prophets, and writings, and reveals how these sacred texts were formed and preserved throughout Jewish history.

Dive into the Ten Commandments: Learn why they stand apart from other commandments in the Torah and why they were inscribed on the Tablets of the Covenant.

King Solomon attributed his success and wisdom to the abundance granted by Hashem, as indicated in the verse that opens the Queen of Sheba's journey: "And the queen of Sheba heard of the fame of Solomon concerning the name of Hashem."

Lending money without interest is one of the highest expressions of faith, justice, and social responsibility in Jewish tradition.

The spiritual power and purpose of korbanot (sacrificial offerings) through the eyes of Jewish thinkers through the generations

David was chosen to be the 'King of Israel' and became a legend in his lifetime. But what did the early years look like before David, son of Jesse, took the throne?

A Talmudic debate reveals the Jewish view on circumcision, human achievement, humility, and the purpose of Shabbat

Exploring the Torah commandment of hashavat aveidah, its moral purpose, rabbinic stories, and how Jewish law applies this mitzvah in the modern world

If Hashem created us and knows the future, how can we claim to have free will? The Rambam tackles one of Judaism's deepest questions.

The story of Avraham’s faith, trials, family, and the promises that shaped the Jewish people

Charity as Justice, Self-Improvement, and a Spiritual Lifeline: A Deep Dive Into the Rambam's approach

How Judaism views resurrection of the dead and the hope for eternal life

From the Nephilim to Goliath, the Torah records the existence of giants. Discover what Jewish sources say about who they were and whether their existence is possible.

Ancient wisdom for modern humanity: how the universal values embodied by the Noahide Laws build a just, compassionate, and spiritually grounded society.

Learn how handwashing, bathing, and keeping clean are part of everyday mitzvot in Jewish tradition and halacha