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Lessons for Shavuot on the giving of the Torah at Mt. Sinai, exploring this defining moment for the Jewish people from preparation to revelation and beyond.

Rabba Yaffa Epstein of the Jewish Education Project explores the Torah's journey from heaven to humanity. Using the stories of Moses' battle with angels and his visit to Rabbi Akiva, she asks why we received this gift and how we must use it today.

In a discussion of the agunah crisis where Jewish women are denied a religious divorce, Teisha Bader talks with Rabbanit Leah Sarna and Melissa, who has experienced agunah firsthand.

Occupational Therapist and Reiki Master Carol Shwidock leads viewers through yoga exercises to strengthen and restore body, mind and spirit.

Jonah Platt is joined by renowned Holocaust historian, author and U.S. Special Envoy to Monitor and Combat Antisemitism Deborah Lipstadt.

Lifelong Jewish frontline activist and JBS strategic analyst David Harris shares his perspectives of the Hamas-triggered war with Israel.

How the Jewish tradition insists that not every passage in the Torah and Talmud is to be taken literally.

The importance of milk and cheese in the Jewish dietary laws of kashrut and how the Talmud views their shaping Jewish life is explained.

In Justin's series for Shavuot, Rabbi Reichman discusses inner wisdom of Torah during the Omer, exploring why this period invites spiritual growth and how the teachings of Rebbe Nachman of Breslov remain so relevant today.

Rabbi Beryl Gershenfeld, Founder and President of Meor, joins Justin to discuss his unique approach to educating young adults on college campuses, the transformative power of the hidden wisdom of Torah, and how that wisdom can inspire us all.

Mike Burstyn, star of stage, screen and Yiddish theater, talks about his theatrical journey, his feelings for Israel, and his directorial debut "Azimuth," about an Israeli soldier and his Egyptian counterpart after the Six-Day War.

Leading New York Rabbis Joshua M. Davidson and Chaim Steinmetz explore the Jewish value of pluralism.

Rabbi Sacks delivers a shiur about the similarities between Ruth and Tamar and what we can learn from their experiences about our identity as a Jewish people.

Exploring the hidden wisdom of Torah for Shavuot; Rabbi Tamar Elad-Appelbaum joins Justin to explore Jewish spirituality that speaks to the soul and calls us to transform with a focus on Zion and Jerusalem.

ILTV English Language News from Israel.

Lifelong Jewish frontline activist and JBS strategic analyst David Harris shares his perspectives of the Hamas-triggered war with Israel.

Playwright J.T. Rogers discusses and defends his choices in his depiction of one of the most notorious events in modern Jewish history, the Oslo Accords, as portrayed in his most recent play "Oslo".

Justin Pines explores with Zev Reichman the Torah, people, and historical events shaping the Jewish journey.

Justin Pines and the teacher of Kabbalah, Zohar and Jewish spirituality Daniel Matt, explore the greatness of Rabbi Shimon Bar Yochai and the Zohar.

Smadar Rosensweig, professor of Bible at Yeshiva University's Stern College for Women, discusses the life and legacy of Israeli teacher, Zionist and Bible scholar Nehama Leibowitz.

Actor Mike Burstyn is joined by television pioneer Norman Lear, who reminisces about his bar mitzvah, discusses his own brand of Judaism and love of Shabbat, his inspiration for "All in the Family," and reflects on his 40-year friendship with Mike.

ILTV English Language News from Israel.

Rabbi Sacks delivers a shiur about the similarities between Ruth and Tamar and what we can learn from their experiences about our identity as a Jewish people.

Rabbis Ammiel Hirsch and Sharon Kleinbaum look at themes of strife and reconciliation as seen through the Joseph story.

ILTV English Language News from Israel.

Rabbi Sacks delivers a shiur about the similarities between Ruth and Tamar and what we can learn from their experiences about our identity as a Jewish people.

Playwright J.T. Rogers discusses and defends his choices in his depiction of one of the most notorious events in modern Jewish history, the Oslo Accords, as portrayed in his most recent play "Oslo".

How the Jewish tradition insists that not every passage in the Torah and Talmud is to be taken literally.

The importance of milk and cheese in the Jewish dietary laws of kashrut and how the Talmud views their shaping Jewish life is explained.

Jennifer Apple, the star of the show "Hannah Senesh," joins to discuss taking on this role, and the impact and legacy of Hannah Senesh.

ILTV English Language News from Israel.

Occupational Therapist and Reiki Master Carol Shwidock leads viewers through yoga exercises to strengthen and restore body, mind and spirit.

Rabbi Sacks delivers a shiur about the similarities between Ruth and Tamar and what we can learn from their experiences about our identity as a Jewish people.

ILTV English Language News from Israel.

Israelis discuss politics and other pressing issues of the day; a production of ILTV in Israel.

How various rabbinic midrash answer the question about events at Sinai?

Jennifer Apple, the star of the show "Hannah Senesh," joins to discuss taking on this role, and the impact and legacy of Hannah Senesh.

AJR teachers, Ora Horn Prouser, Exec Dir. and Academic Dean of AJR; Jill Hammer, Director of Spiritual Education; and Peter Pitzele, founder of Bibliodrama, use parshat "Beshalach" to explore ideas of "peshat" (surface meaning) and "midrash" (rabbinic interpretation) and creating art from sacred texts.

ILTV English Language News from Israel.

Israelis discuss politics and other pressing issues of the day; a production of ILTV in Israel.

Rebbetzin Rochie Pinson, challah master and author of the bestselling book Rising: The Book of Challah, joins Justin to discuss the hidden power of the mitzvot traditionally unique to women and how they can serve as catalysts for a meaningful life.

Rabbi Moshe Weinberger shares his vision of a Judaism that speaks to the soul, explores insights from Chassidut, on connecting with God, living with purpose, navigating challenges facing the Jewish people and insights for Shavuot.

Rabbi Uri Regev, President and CEO of Hiddush which promotes freedom of observance and equality in Israel, discusses the problems of marital laws in the State of Israel due to the control of the Orthodox establishment.

How various rabbinic midrash answer the question about events at Sinai?

AJR teachers, Ora Horn Prouser, Exec Dir. and Academic Dean of AJR; Jill Hammer, Director of Spiritual Education; and Peter Pitzele, founder of Bibliodrama, use parshat "Beshalach" to explore ideas of "peshat" (surface meaning) and "midrash" (rabbinic interpretation) and creating art from sacred texts.

JBS presents ILTV English Language News from Israel and the JBS News Update with Teisha Bader.

A look into the stories, people, cultural sights and events that make up Israeli life.

JNS Bureau Chief Alex Traiman and journalist Josh Hasten break down the week's events in Israel, offering clear, timely news and analysis on The Jerusalem Minute.

Abigail Pogrebin sits with author and cultural commentator Bruce Feiler, whose latest book A Time to Gather explores the power of ritual and connection in contemporary life.

From the hit show A Jew Grows in Brooklyn, creator/performer Jake Ehrenreich blends heartfelt and humorous stage moments with newly uncovered documentary footage in this short film portraying memory and identity from Brooklyn to The Catskills.

Burt Visotzky, Professor of Midrash at the Jewish Theological Seminary of America in NYC, discusses the importance of rabbinic commentary to the Torah which reflects the world view of the Jewish tradition.

A look into the stories, people, cultural sights and events that make up Israeli life.

JBS presents ILTV English Language News from Israel and the JBS News Update with Teisha Bader.

Abigail Pogrebin sits with author and cultural commentator Bruce Feiler, whose latest book A Time to Gather explores the power of ritual and connection in contemporary life.

From the hit show A Jew Grows in Brooklyn, creator/performer Jake Ehrenreich blends heartfelt and humorous stage moments with newly uncovered documentary footage in this short film portraying memory and identity from Brooklyn to The Catskills.

Burt Visotzky, Professor of Midrash at the Jewish Theological Seminary of America in NYC, discusses the importance of rabbinic commentary to the Torah which reflects the world view of the Jewish tradition.