Bereishit

Ezra Sivan compares biblical covenants, the all-important circumcision of Abraham and Shabbat

The Mei Ha-Shiloah’s statements on predetermination pose a theological challenge to foundational Jewish doctrines. In an analysis weaving together several Torah narratives and Izhbitzer commentaries, Reuven Boshnack proposes an empowering interpretation of the Mei Ha-Shiloah.

Joel Wolowelsky & Avner Taler explore the Brit Bein Ha-Betarim through a lens of chronology and spiritual renewal.

Gavriel Lakser offers a new approach to the problem of evil based on the beginning of Genesis.

Zohar Atkins presents a new poem on the Akeidah.

Building on ideas from Jacques Lacan and Rabbeinu Bahya ibn Pakuda, Zach Truboff offers an innovative psychological reading of the Cain and Abel story.

Sruli Fruchter examines the story not often told about Noah—the trauma inflicted by immense responsibility amidst immense destruction.

Levi Morrow explores how the Rabbis use creative exegesis to save the world from drowning in a flood

Elli Fischer reads one of Rashi's most famous comments against the grain.

Ezra Zuckerman Sivan examines the significance of the six barleys that Boaz gives Ruth in light of the story of Rachel, Leah, and the duda'im.