Mother and daughter stood next to one another at the bimah as part of a jubilant bat mitzvah ceremony. Then, one of them took a deep breath and began to recite verses from that week’s Torah portion.

A person carrying guilt often reveals themselves through their reactions. An old Hebrew proverb illustrates this truth. It states that a thief's hat burns atop his head, making him visible. This inner ...

True charity, an ancient Hebrew proverb reveals, lies in empowering the less fortunate to earn their own living. This ...