“Several people said they’re lighting candles again to show the kids a positive aspect” of being Jewish.

And how Hebrew and Yiddish translations shaped it.

There is no sanctity without preparation.

A testament to Jewish stubbornness.

Christian Hebraists, Harvard professors, and the foundational text of postbiblical Judaism.

“We ask for forgiveness” if a body is moved.

Judaism’s revolutionary contribution.

Beyond the denial of death.

From Emmanuel Levinas to Jonathan Sacks.

Repentance as a communal pursuit.

“When you see the wonders of how bees operate, it makes you feel good about God.”

A lesson from loss.

“It is not in heaven.”

His fantasies contained only a few Jewish themes.