The writings of the Roman historian Tacitus provide literary insight into a Talmudic tale.

A classic painting omits a vital detail of the biblical scene it recreates.

The Temple is a place for Israelites to live out their covenantal bond with God and a site for all peoples to gather in prayer. 

There are multiple translations of the sh'ma, but each one expresses a fundamental truth.

The stark difference in the ways Jews and Romans entertain themselves provides insights into the values of each culture.

What is the connection between the prohibition against envy and honoring one's father and mother?

The commandment to sacrifice the best of the flock is a reminder of the fragility of life and the grace of God.

How the laws of sacrifices reveal what's possible—and what's not—in creating holiness on Earth.

The prohibition of exchanging an animal designated as a sacrifice for a different creature reveals the true nature of value in the eyes of God.

Field workers are permitted to eat crops while laboring, but they're forbidden from gathering food for later consumption. Why?