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Researcher tracing Jewish genes meets the Kohanim of Africa [VIDEO]

By Peter Ephross
Published on August 20, 2008

Dr. David B. Goldstein from Duke's Institute for Genome Sciences and Policy talks about tracking the genetic history of the ancient Jewish priesthood (kohanim) and the Lost Tribe of Israel, the focus of his new book, "Jacob's Legacy".

The voice of wisdom

By Rabbi Daniel Bouskila
Published on July 3, 2008

Parashat Chukat (Numbers 20:1-22:1) Who was Miriam? She is the only woman in the Torah who bears the title "Neviah" -- prophetess. So who was she?

Please God, heal her now

By Rabbi Judith HaLevy
Published on May 31, 2007

In shuls across the world this Shabbat we will hear five short, simple Hebrew words: El na, refah na lah (Please God, heal her now).

Religious Fire

By Rabbi Joel Rembaum
Published on April 12, 2007

Religious zeal is on the rise around the world. It can be a wonderful blessing, and it can be a horrible curse. It all depends on how humans with free will manage it.

Kids Page

By Abby Gilad
Published on June 17, 2004

Moses' brother Aaron, our first high priest, had a staff.

In Praise of Lambs

By Rabbi Asher Brander
Published on June 3, 2004

Aaron receives the commandment to light the menorah everyday. The Torah states: "Aaron did so; he lit the lamps, just as God commanded" (Numbers, 8:3).



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