After the light foods of summer, more wholesome fare may be appealing with the coming of fall. Eggplant Relish 4 servings Eggplant is a versatile…
Fall 2008(5769)
The Flavor of Fall
Though James G. McDonald strove to save German Jews from the Nazi menace and contributed significantly to laying the groundwork for the emergence of the…
Misconception: According to rabbinic tradition, a pomegranate (rimon) has 613 seeds.
In January 2008, Jewish Action invited seven prominent veteran rabbis, with a combined 350 years of leadership in the Orthodox community, to reflect on the…
In this tribute, Professor Levi explores Rabbi Hirsh’s unique outlook and leadership during an especially challenging period in Jewish history. The reader may be…
It’s Motzei Shabbat in Israel. Among the families across the country gathering to hear Havdalah, a number are dreading the coming of night, knowing their…
“In the period that will precede the coming of Mashiach . . . youth will blanch the faces of elders; elders will stand in the…
Focus on Health As a formerly obese person, I read with great interest the series of articles on health (spring 2008). Finally, a magazine has…
In 1964, in an article entitled “The Vanishing American Jew,” Look Magazine predicted the demise of American Jewry, and, of course, Orthodox Jewry along with…
Five hundred million arrive annually. They come by air, but do not have to wait in long lines at passport control or watch the baggage…
