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	Lauren Tuchman BellaOnline's Judaism Editor

Bad Things in a Good Life
When life confronts us with “bad things”, what is it that carries us through to the other side where we can begin to live again?

Hebrew Names
A person's Hebrew name, or Jewish legal name, is a very important marker of one's identity and holds a great deal of personal significance. Hebrew names are used on all legal documents and for ritual purposes. Learn more about what a Hebrew name is and includes and how to choose one for yourself o

Is Believing in G-d Essential to Being Jewish?
A belief in G-d is not essential to the practice of Judaism.

Jewish Farmers
Do you know any Jewish farmers? High standards for farming can be found in the Torah. One might begin to wonder why we, Jews, aren´t eating more healthy, organic food from sustainable farms.

Jewish Guilt
What? You don't have time to read my article? It's the shortest article ever written on Jewish guilt.

Jewish Unity
Jewish unity is directly tied to the mitzvah (or commandment) of Ahavas Yisrael (Loving your fellow Jew). Here are my thoughts on Jewish unity and some ideas for bringing Jews together at a grassroots level.

Jewish Vegetarianism
For some Jews, the choice for a vegetarian lifestyle is found directly in the Torah.

Life After Death
Many of us Hebrew school raised Jews were not taught about our faith´s belief in life after death or in Heaven and Hell. Here is a brief introduction.

Musar A Jewish Contemplative Practice
Musar is a thousand-year-old Jewish contemplative practice which, for most of its existence, was a solitary practice. It was transformed into a religious and ethical movement in the 19th century by Rabbi Yisrael Lipkin Salanter and is experiencing a revival today amongst Jews of all backgrounds.

Observant Jewish Life
Here are five things that an observant Jew may do in his or her day that other Jewish people may not even think about.

Orthodox Women Rabbis
As women´s roles in Jewish leadership continue to advance and women are achieving new heights in education, philanthropy and spiritual guidance, there still remains much disagreement as to whether or not a woman can become an orthodox rabbi.

Perspective and Judgment
Once the deep introspection of the High Holidays and the joyful hope of Sukkot have passed, it is important to maintain the mindset we achieved during the holidays. Our perspective and subsequent judgments may be more controllable than we think.

Staying in the Moment
Judaism teaches us that each moment and every experience is sacred. Be mindful everyday and pay attention to your life.

The Blessing On Blossoming Fruit Trees
With Pesach right around the corner, many of us are consumed with all that must get done. Amidst the chaos, Nissan offers us the opportunity to take a little time out and thank G-d for all of the trees that come into bloom in spring.

The Evil Inclination - Yetzer HaRa
The evil inclination or Yetzer HaRa is not something to fear. It is something within us and something we must examine throughout our lives.

The Shekhinah
Shekhinah, which derives from the Hebrew root meaning to dwell or settle, is most commonly used to refer to G-d’s Divine Presence, particularly in the Mishkan or Tabernacle as well as the Holy Temples in Jerusalem.

Tikkun Olam Repairing The World
Many of us are undoubtedly familiar with the term tikkun olam, or repairing the world. Most often, we tend to think of this term as referring to social justice or social change work. Beyond this contemporary meaning, the term tikkun olam has a very interesting history.

Tzedakah
Giving Tzedakah is more than just writing a check to your favorite charity. Learn more about the ethical and moral responsibilities associated with giving.