as it often does among Reform, Conservative, and non-Hasidic Orthodox Jews.) Generally, a strong strain of traditional folk belief, including beliefs in the "evil eye" or particular omens ...

Hasidic enthusiasm, mysticism, storytelling, dance, and music, have held much appeal for other Jews. Conservative, Reform, and Reconstructionist Jews have incorporated Hasidic melodies into their ...

The author of “All Who Go Do Not Return” speaks with JTA about Hasidic culture, first transgressions and how a new generation of formerly haredi Orthodox Jews is defying stereotypes.

Hasidic Judaism, a vibrant branch of the Jewish faith, holds a distinctive place in the mosaic of religious traditions. Its rich tapestry of beliefs and practices is woven from centuries of ...

the county’s Reform and Conservative synagogues have suffered double-digit rates of membership loss over the past decade and Rockland’s lone non-Orthodox Jewish day school only has about one ...